Tulsa Dominates North Texas in Convincing Win
Wednesday, January 28, 2026, 8:00 PM ET · Reynolds Center
Tulsa Golden Hurricane 82, North Texas Mean Green 66, 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 North Texas Mean Green vs Tulsa Golden Hurricane?
Tulsa Golden Hurricane beat North Texas Mean Green 82-66 at Reynolds Center on January 28, 2026.
Who was favored in North Texas Mean Green vs Tulsa Golden Hurricane?
Tulsa Golden Hurricane were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -485 (about 83% implied). The favorite won.
The Tulsa Golden Hurricane secured a decisive victory against the North Texas Mean Green, winning 82-66 at the Reynolds Center. This game was notable not only for the final score but also for Tulsa's impressive home record of 18-3, showcasing their dominance on their home court.
In their recent form, Tulsa has been strong, boasting a record of 8-2 over their last ten games, with a current winning streak of four games. They have averaged 85.2 points scored per game while allowing 74.7 points, indicating a potent offense paired with a less-than-stellar defense. Their last five games reflect a scoring average of 86.6 points, further emphasizing their offensive capabilities. In contrast, North Texas has struggled, posting a 5-5 record in their last ten outings, with an average of 69.5 points scored and 64.0 points allowed. Their recent performance includes a losing streak of one game and a scoring average of 69.6 points over their last five games.
Tulsa's home performance has been particularly noteworthy, with a home record of 3-1 in their last four games, while North Texas has a less impressive away record of 2-3. This fixture marked the second meeting between the two teams this season, with North Texas previously defeating Tulsa 72-67 on January 4, 2026. However, Tulsa's victory in this game suggests they have made adjustments since that earlier loss.
The injury picture was not detailed in the provided facts, but both teams have faced challenges throughout the season. The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had Tulsa as the favorite with a spread of -8.5 and a moneyline of -485, while North Texas was listed at +370. The total for the game was set at 141.5, with both the over and under priced at -110.
Conditions during the game were not specified, but the atmosphere at the Reynolds Center was likely electric given Tulsa's strong home performance. Viewers were treated to a showcase of Tulsa's offensive prowess, particularly in the second half, where they pulled away decisively. Key moments included Tylen Riley making a driving layup and several free throws that helped solidify Tulsa's lead as the game progressed.
Overall, this matchup highlighted Tulsa's strength at home and their ability to bounce back after a previous loss to the same opponent. The Golden Hurricane's ability to score effectively and manage the game allowed them to control the pace and secure a comfortable victory.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | TLSA -8.5 | 141.5 o -110 / u -110 | North Texas Mean Green +370 · Tulsa Golden Hurricane -485 |
Leaders
- PointsTylen Riley20Tulsa Golden Hurricane
- AssistsTylen Riley4Tulsa Golden Hurricane
- ReboundsTyler Behrend7Tulsa Golden Hurricane
- PointsJe'Shawn Stevenson19North Texas Mean Green
- AssistsDavid Terrell Jr.3North Texas Mean Green
- ReboundsReece Robinson7North Texas Mean Green
Recent form
Tulsa Golden Hurricane
Last 10: 8-2Streak W485.2 scored · 74.7 allowed per game3-1 at home
- W87-81at Rice OwlsJan 24
- W83-66vs Memphis TigersJan 22
- W99-77at UAB BlazersJan 18
- W86-74at Charlotte 49ersJan 15
- L78-93vs South Florida BullsJan 10
- L67-72at North Texas Mean GreenJan 4
- W97-48vs Rice OwlsDec 31
- W90-85vs Denver PioneersDec 22
- W82-81at Western Kentucky HilltoppersDec 20
- W83-70at New Mexico State AggiesDec 13
North Texas Mean Green
Last 10: 5-5Streak L169.5 scored · 64 allowed per game2-3 away
- L59-63vs East Carolina PiratesJan 23
- W81-62vs UTSA RoadrunnersJan 22
- W71-63at Tulane Green WaveJan 18
- L67-78at Wichita State ShockersJan 11
- L70-74vs South Florida BullsJan 8
- W72-67vs Tulsa Golden HurricaneJan 4
- L48-57at Memphis TigersDec 31
- W109-56vs Science and Arts (OK) DroversDec 22
- L60-63at Santa Clara BroncosDec 18
- W58-57at South Alabama JaguarsDec 14
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | North Texas Mean Green | Tulsa Golden Hurricane |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 24-63 | 28-55 |
| Field goal % | 38 | 51 |
| Three-pointers | 4-18 | 8-21 |
| Three-point % | 22 | 38 |
| Free throws | 14-22 | 18-21 |
| Free throw % | 64 | 86 |
| Rebounds | 33 | 39 |
| Offensive rebounds | 13 | 9 |
| Defensive rebounds | 20 | 30 |
| Assists | 8 | 14 |
| Steals | 5 | 5 |
| Blocks | 3 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 12 | 13 |
| Team turnovers | 3 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 14 | 11 |
| Fast-break points | 10 | 12 |
| Points in the paint | 38 | 38 |
| Fouls | 23 | 21 |
| Largest lead | 3 | 16 |
| Lead changes | 6 | 6 |
| Time in front | 5 | 85 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half39-45Ade Popoola makes 23-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half42-45Je'Shawn Stevenson makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half42-46David Green makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half42-49Romad Dean makes 24-foot three point jumper (Tylen Riley assists)
- 2nd Half45-49Je'Shawn Stevenson makes 24-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half45-50Tylen Riley makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half45-51Tylen Riley makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half47-51Dylan Arnett makes layup
- 2nd Half49-51Dylan Arnett makes layup
- 2nd Half49-54Miles Barnstable makes 26-foot three point jumper (Jaylen Lawal assists)
- 2nd Half51-54Dylan Arnett makes layup (Je'Shawn Stevenson assists)
- 2nd Half53-54Cole Franklin makes layup
- 2nd Half55-54Je'Shawn Stevenson makes layup (Reece Robinson assists)
- 2nd Half56-54Je'Shawn Stevenson makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half56-56David Green makes driving layup
- 2nd Half56-58Miles Barnstable makes driving layup
- 2nd Half57-58Buddy Hammer Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half58-58Buddy Hammer Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half58-59Tylen Riley makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half58-60Tylen Riley makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half60-60Reece Robinson makes layup (Curtis Stinson Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half62-60David Terrell Jr. makes layup (Curtis Stinson Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half63-60David Terrell Jr. makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half63-62Miles Barnstable makes layup (Tyler Behrend assists)
- 2nd Half63-64Miles Barnstable makes 0-foot tip in dunk
- 2nd Half63-66Tyler Behrend makes layup
- 2nd Half63-69Miles Barnstable makes 24-foot three point jumper (Tyler Behrend assists)
- 2nd Half63-70Tylen Riley makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half63-71Tylen Riley makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half63-73Miles Barnstable makes layup (Tylen Riley assists)
- 2nd Half63-75Tylen Riley makes 3-foot dunk (Miles Barnstable assists)
- 2nd Half64-75Je'Shawn Stevenson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half64-77Tylen Riley makes driving layup
- 2nd Half64-78Tylen Riley makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half64-79Tyler Behrend makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half64-80Tyler Behrend makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half65-80David Terrell Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half66-80EJ Horton makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half66-81Miles Barnstable makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half66-82Miles Barnstable makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Tulsa Golden Hurricane, below favours North Texas Mean Green.
Venue
- Reynolds CenterTulsa, OK
- Attendance3175
- OfficialsWil Howard, Mike Nance, Michael Swoboda
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