Tulane University’s men’s basketball team is gearing up to pursue its third consecutive victory as they head to Denton, Texas, for a rematch against North Texas on Thursday. The Green Wave previously faced the Mean Green on January 18, where they fell short with a score of 63-71.
The upcoming game is slated to tip off at 8 p.m. and will be broadcast on ESPN2. Fans can also tune in through the Tulane Sports Network on 106.7 The Ticket, or via the Tulane Athletics App and The Varsity Network App.
This matchup marks the eighth meeting between Tulane and North Texas, with Tulane trailing the series 2-5. Historically, the Green Wave’s performance against the Mean Green has been challenging, as they come into this game having lost the last five encounters. Their last road victory against North Texas was on January 11, 2014, when they won 73-62.
In their most recent contest, Tulane secured a narrow victory against UAB, winning 55-54 on February 15. The Green Wave’s defense shone bright, restricting the Blazers to their season lows in both points and shooting percentage. The team demonstrated a strong performance, with three players scoring in double figures.
Tulane has had a solid road record this season, sitting at 5-2 overall and 4-2 in league play. The team is averaging 72.4 points per game, with a commendable shooting percentage of 44.7% from the field and 35.9% from beyond the arc. Leading the charge for Tulane on the road is a key player averaging 22.0 points per game while shooting 52.2% from the floor and an impressive 44.4% from three-point range.
On the other side, North Texas is entering the game with momentum, having won their last three games, including a recent victory over Temple. With a record of 15-11 and 6-7 in league play, they boast a strong home record of 10-4. The Mean Green have been effective offensively, averaging 75.7 points per game at home while also shining defensively as they lead the conference in scoring defense.
After the matchup against North Texas, Tulane will return home to host Rice on Sunday, February 22. This game is expected to draw attention, tipping off at 1 p.m. on ESPN+. Fans can secure their tickets through various methods, ensuring support for the Green Wave as they strive to enhance their standing in the season.
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