As the Tulane Green Wave prepares to face off against the Rice Owls, fans are eagerly anticipating what promises to be an electrifying match-up. With recent games indicating a trend, this article delves into what supporters can expect from the upcoming game.

Mar 10, 2023; Fort Worth, TX, USA; Tulane Green Wave forward Kevin Cross (24) kneels on the floor after the win over the Wichita State Shockers at Dickies Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Recent Performance Trends

Analyzing Tulane's performance in their last few outings offers insights into their current form. Despite a challenging season, there have been notable highlights. In their most recent game against Tulsa's Golden Hurricane, Tulane secured a narrow victory with a score of 59-56. This win was characterized by solid defense, as evidenced by five blocks and seven steals, alongside an efficiency game score of 41.0.

However, consistency remains an issue for the Green Wave. In the preceding match against UTSA's Roadrunners, they eked out another close win with a scoreline of 61-60. This game saw them making significant contributions from free throws (86 percent accuracy) and showcasing resilience in paint scoring.

Yet, it wasn't all smooth sailing; facing North Texas' Mean Green resulted in a loss for Tulane with a final score of 66-76. Despite this setback, there were positive takeaways such as maintaining a high free throw percentage (83 percent) and demonstrating effective two-point shooting (57 percent).

Looking Ahead: The Match-Up Against Rice Owls

The upcoming clash with Rice Owls is set at Avron B. Fogelman Arena in the Devlin Fieldhouse - familiar territory that could give Tulane an edge through home-court advantage. Fans should watch for how well Tulane leverages its defensive strengths and whether they can improve ball handling to reduce turnovers which have plagued them in past games.

Key players who have shown promise need to step up once again if Tulane hopes to maintain their winning momentum. The team's ability to execute under pressure and capitalize on scoring opportunities will be critical factors determining success.

Tulane supporters should also keep an eye on how effectively the team can control the paint area both offensively and defensively while managing foul trouble which has previously hindered their performance.

This match is not just about extending winning streaks but also about setting a tone for resilience and strategic gameplay as we advance further into the season.

Catch this thrilling encounter scheduled on February 15th at noon local time at Avron B. Fogelman Arena in Devlin Fieldhouse or stream it live on ESPN+ for what promises to be another chapter in this riveting rivalry.

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