Tulsa Dominates Missouri State in Convincing Win
Saturday, December 6, 2025, 3:00 PM ET · Reynolds Center
Tulsa Golden Hurricane 98, Missouri State Bears 74, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Quick answers
Who won Missouri State Bears vs Tulsa Golden Hurricane?
Tulsa Golden Hurricane beat Missouri State Bears 98-74 at Reynolds Center on December 6, 2025.
Who was favored in Missouri State Bears vs Tulsa Golden Hurricane?
Tulsa Golden Hurricane were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -425 (about 81% implied). The favorite won.
In a commanding performance, the Tulsa Golden Hurricane defeated the Missouri State Bears 98-74 at the Reynolds Center. The victory marks Tulsa's fifth consecutive win, showcasing their strong form as they improve to an 8-1 record for the season. Meanwhile, Missouri State's record now stands at 4-4 after the loss.
Tulsa's recent form has been impressive, with an 8-2 record over their last ten games. They have averaged 82.6 points per game while allowing 68.7, demonstrating both offensive firepower and defensive stability. In their last five games, they have scored an average of 84.4 points while allowing 66.0, indicating a solid upward trend. Their home record remains perfect at 4-0 this season, further solidifying their dominance on their home court.
On the other hand, Missouri State has struggled to find consistency, with a record of 4-6 in their last ten games. They have averaged 73.4 points scored and 70.5 allowed during this stretch. Their recent form shows a slight improvement with a 2-3 record in their last five games, but they have not yet found success on the road, holding an 0-3 record in away games this season.
The two teams had met previously in the current season, with Tulsa falling to Missouri State 106-111 in a high-scoring affair on November 16, 2024. This match was significant as it marked the only prior meeting between the two squads, adding an extra layer of intrigue to their rematch.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details, but any absences could have impacted team performance. However, both teams appeared to field their best available rosters for this matchup.
The betting market, as reported by DraftKings, had Tulsa favored by 7.5 points, with a total set at 142.5. The odds reflected confidence in Tulsa's ability to secure a win, which they did convincingly. The home moneyline was set at -425, while Missouri State's moneyline was at +330, indicating a strong belief in a Tulsa victory.
Conditions in the Reynolds Center were likely favorable for the home team, contributing to their strong performance. Fans witnessed a high-scoring game, with Tulsa's offensive prowess on full display.
As the game progressed, Tulsa maintained control, with key scoring plays from various players. Notable moments included a series of three-point shots and layups that helped widen their lead, demonstrating their ability to capitalize on offensive opportunities. The final scoring plays saw Tulsa extend their lead to a decisive 98 points, while Missouri State could only manage 74 in response.
Overall, this game highlighted Tulsa's current strength in the NCAAB landscape, while Missouri State will need to regroup and address their road struggles moving forward.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | TLSA -7.5 | 142.5 o -112 / u -108 | Missouri State Bears +330 · Tulsa Golden Hurricane -425 |
Leaders
- PointsDavid Green17Tulsa Golden Hurricane
- AssistsAde Popoola5Tulsa Golden Hurricane
- ReboundsTyler Behrend7Tulsa Golden Hurricane
- PointsKobi Williams20Missouri State Bears
- AssistsKobi Williams2Missouri State Bears
- ReboundsKobi Williams4Missouri State Bears
Recent form
Tulsa Golden Hurricane
Last 10: 8-2Streak W482.6 scored · 68.7 allowed per game4-0 at home
- W111-60vs Manhattan Christian ThunderDec 3
- W63-60vs Northern Iowa PanthersNov 26
- W81-51at San José State SpartansNov 25
- W84-75vs Austin Peay GovernorsNov 22
- L83-84at Kansas State WildcatsNov 18
- W88-87at Oral Roberts Golden EaglesNov 13
- W82-65at Rhode Island RamsNov 7
- W100-57vs Oklahoma Christian OKLAHOMA CHRISTIANNov 4
- L59-77at North Texas Mean GreenMar 14
- W75-71at Temple OwlsMar 13
Missouri State Bears
Last 10: 4-6Streak W173.4 scored · 70.5 allowed per game0-3 away
- W92-71vs Northeastern State RiverHawksNov 30
- L61-75vs Long Island University SharksNov 25
- W74-67vs UT Rio Grande Valley VaquerosNov 22
- L49-67at UT Arlington MavericksNov 15
- L85-86vs Arkansas State Red WolvesNov 12
- W106-57vs Northwestern (OK) RangersNov 9
- W88-70vs Missouri Southern State LionsNov 5
- L54-70at Illinois State RedbirdsMar 6
- L60-68at Drake BulldogsMar 2
- L65-74vs Belmont BruinsFeb 27
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liberty | 26-8 | - | 17-3 |
| Sam Houston | 22-12 | 4 | 13-7 |
| Louisiana Tech | 20-14 | 6 | 11-9 |
| Western Kentucky | 18-14 | 6 | 11-9 |
| Middle Tennessee | 17-15 | 6 | 11-9 |
| Kennesaw State | 21-14 | 7 | 10-10 |
| Jacksonville State | 15-17 | 7 | 10-10 |
| New Mexico State | 16-16 | 9 | 8-12 |
| Missouri State | 16-18 | 9 | 8-12 |
| Florida International | 15-17 | 9 | 8-12 |
| UTEP | 11-20 | 8 | 7-13 |
| Delaware | 10-21 | 11 | 6-14 |
| South Florida | 25-9 | - | 15-3 |
| Tulsa | 30-8 | 2 | 13-5 |
| Wichita State | 24-12 | 2 | 13-5 |
| UAB | 20-12 | 4 | 11-7 |
| North Texas | 19-14 | 6 | 9-9 |
| Florida Atlantic | 18-15 | 6 | 9-9 |
| Charlotte | 17-17 | 6 | 9-9 |
| Tulane | 18-15 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Temple | 16-16 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Memphis | 13-19 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Rice | 13-18 | 8 | 7-11 |
| East Carolina | 11-20 | 9 | 6-12 |
| UTSA | 5-25 | 14 | 1-17 |
Box score
| Stat | Missouri State Bears | Tulsa Golden Hurricane |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 25-51 | 30-63 |
| Field goal % | 49 | 48 |
| Three-pointers | 13-26 | 14-33 |
| Three-point % | 50 | 42 |
| Free throws | 11-19 | 24-30 |
| Free throw % | 58 | 80 |
| Rebounds | 26 | 42 |
| Offensive rebounds | 7 | 17 |
| Defensive rebounds | 19 | 25 |
| Assists | 12 | 19 |
| Steals | 5 | 8 |
| Blocks | 2 | 1 |
| Turnovers | 14 | 7 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 6 | 19 |
| Fast-break points | 4 | 7 |
| Points in the paint | 18 | 32 |
| Fouls | 21 | 14 |
| Largest lead | 3 | 27 |
| Lead changes | 1 | 1 |
| Time in front | 2 | 95 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half41-63Keith Palek III made Layup.
- 2nd Half42-63Keith Palek III made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half43-63Keith Palek III made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half43-65Miles Barnstable made Dunk.
- 2nd Half46-65Trey Williams Jr. made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Cameron Boone.
- 2nd Half46-66Ian Smikle made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half46-67Ian Smikle made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half48-67Keith Palek III made Layup.
- 2nd Half48-70Romad Dean made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Myles Rigsby.
- 2nd Half49-70Darrion Sutton made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half49-73Ade Popoola made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Romad Dean.
- 2nd Half49-74Myles Rigsby made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half49-75Myles Rigsby made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half52-75Kobi Williams made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Cameron Boone.
- 2nd Half52-77David Green made Jumper.
- 2nd Half53-77Cameron Boone made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half54-77Cameron Boone made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half54-78KJ Martin Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half54-79KJ Martin Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half56-79Zaxton King made Layup.
- 2nd Half56-81KJ Martin Jr. made Layup. Assisted by Ade Popoola.
- 2nd Half59-81Zaxton King made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Melakih Cunningham.
- 2nd Half59-83Romad Dean made Dunk. Assisted by Tyler Behrend.
- 2nd Half59-85Tylen Riley made Layup. Assisted by Ade Popoola.
- 2nd Half61-85Zaxton King made Jumper.
- 2nd Half61-86Tylen Riley made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-87Tylen Riley made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half62-87Kobi Williams made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half63-87Kobi Williams made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half63-89Ian Smikle made Jumper.
- 2nd Half66-89Kobi Williams made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half66-90Jaylen Lawal made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half66-91Jaylen Lawal made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half69-91Melakih Cunningham made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Trey Williams Jr..
- 2nd Half69-93Ian Smikle made Layup.
- 2nd Half69-96KJ Martin Jr. made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Romad Dean.
- 2nd Half72-96Zaxton King made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half72-97Jaylen Lawal made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half72-98Jaylen Lawal made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half74-98Cameron Boone made Layup. Assisted by Melakih Cunningham.
Win probability
Above the line favours Tulsa Golden Hurricane, below favours Missouri State Bears.
Venue
- Reynolds CenterTulsa, OK
- Attendance2979
- OfficialsSean Casady, Nathan Bemis, Vladimir Voyard-Tadal
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