Tulane Edges Portland State in Close Contest
Saturday, December 20, 2025, 7:30 PM ET · Avron B. Fogelman Arena in the Devlin Fieldhouse
Tulane Green Wave 63, Portland State Vikings 61, 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 Portland State Vikings vs Tulane Green Wave?
Tulane Green Wave beat Portland State Vikings 63-61 at Avron B. Fogelman Arena in the Devlin Fieldhouse on December 20, 2025.
Who was favored in Portland State Vikings vs Tulane Green Wave?
Tulane Green Wave were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -155 (about 61% implied). The favorite won.
In a tightly contested matchup, the Tulane Green Wave narrowly defeated the Portland State Vikings with a final score of 63-61. This game showcased the resilience of Tulane, who played at home in the Avron B. Fogelman Arena in the Devlin Fieldhouse, where they have a home record of 9-4 this season. The victory marked a continuation of their recent form, as they have now won their last game, improving their record to 6-4 over the last ten games.
Tulane's recent performance has been a mix of highs and lows. In their last ten games, they averaged 72.7 points scored per game while allowing 77.4 points. Their last five games saw them average 69.6 points scored and 73.8 points allowed. Notably, their last outing before this game was a win against the Louisiana Tech Bulldogs, where they secured a 61-53 victory. The Green Wave's home record stands at 4-3, indicating that while they have had some success at home, they have also faced challenges.
On the other side, the Portland State Vikings entered this game with a record of 6-5. Their recent form has been slightly less favorable, as they have lost their last game against the Colorado Buffaloes, 73-84. Over their last ten games, the Vikings averaged 82.1 points scored and 71.2 points allowed, showcasing a more offensive approach compared to Tulane. Their last five games reflected a scoring average of 73.4 points and an average of 65.6 points allowed. Portland State's away record is 2-3, indicating some struggles on the road.
The matchup was particularly interesting given the contrasting styles of play between the two teams. Tulane has been more defensively oriented, while Portland State has leaned towards a higher-scoring offense. The odds from DraftKings reflected this dynamic, with Tulane favored by 2.5 points and a total set at 145.5. The moneyline odds were -155 for Tulane and +130 for Portland State, indicating a belief in Tulane's ability to win the game outright.
In terms of injuries, the block does not specify any key players missing for either team, suggesting that both sides were at full strength for this matchup. This absence of injury concerns likely contributed to the intensity of the game, as both teams fielded their best lineups.
As the game progressed, it was clear that every possession mattered. Keyon Kensie Jr. made a crucial 24-foot three-point jumper to put the Vikings within striking distance, but Tulane responded well. Asher Woods made a layup and followed it up with two successful free throws to help Tulane maintain their lead. Jaylin Henderson of Portland State made a driving layup and two free throws to tie the game at 61-61, but Woods' free throws in the closing moments sealed the victory for Tulane.
The conditions for the game were typical for a December evening in New Orleans, with a lively atmosphere in the arena as fans supported their home team. This environment likely played a role in the Green Wave's ability to pull out a close win.
Overall, this matchup highlighted the competitive nature of college basketball, with both teams showcasing their strengths and weaknesses. The close score reflects the back-and-forth nature of the game, and the outcome will certainly have implications for both teams moving forward in their respective seasons.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | TULN -2.5 | 145.5 o -108 / u -112 | Portland State Vikings +130 · Tulane Green Wave -155 |
Leaders
- PointsAsher Woods21Tulane Green Wave
- AssistsAsher Woods3Tulane Green Wave
- ReboundsScotty Middleton7Tulane Green Wave
- PointsKeyon Kensie Jr.22Portland State Vikings
- AssistsJaylin Henderson5Portland State Vikings
- ReboundsKeyon Kensie Jr.8Portland State Vikings
Recent form
Tulane Green Wave
Last 10: 6-4Streak W172.7 scored · 77.4 allowed per game4-3 at home
- W61-53vs Louisiana Tech BulldogsDec 18
- L67-93at UC San Diego TritonsDec 14
- W84-72vs Tougaloo BulldogsDec 11
- L71-88vs Akron ZipsDec 6
- W65-63vs Grambling TigersDec 3
- W82-72vs Nicholls ColonelsNov 28
- W93-90at Boston College EaglesNov 23
- L75-96vs Utah State AggiesNov 21
- L63-85vs LSU New Orleans PrivateersNov 15
- W66-62at Louisiana Ragin' CajunsNov 12
Portland State Vikings
Last 10: 6-4Streak L182.1 scored · 71.2 allowed per game2-3 away
- L73-84at Colorado BuffaloesDec 18
- W94-50vs George Fox BruinsDec 13
- L55-60vs Omaha MavericksDec 6
- W77-71at South Dakota CoyotesDec 4
- W68-63at Utah Tech TrailblazersNov 26
- W90-61vs Evergreen State GeoducksNov 20
- W93-80vs Cal State Bakersfield RoadrunnersNov 18
- L70-80at San Francisco DonsNov 13
- W122-74vs Northwest Indian RedHawksNov 8
- L79-89at Stanford CardinalNov 5
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portland State | 20-11 | - | 13-5 |
| Montana State | 18-14 | 1 | 12-6 |
| Eastern Washington | 14-19 | 2 | 11-7 |
| Northern Colorado | 20-12 | 3 | 10-8 |
| Montana | 18-16 | 3 | 10-8 |
| Weber State | 16-16 | 3 | 10-8 |
| Idaho | 21-15 | 4 | 9-9 |
| Sacramento State | 10-21 | 8 | 6-12 |
| Idaho State | 13-20 | 8 | 5-13 |
| Northern Arizona | 10-22 | 9 | 4-14 |
| 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 | Portland State Vikings | Tulane Green Wave |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 23-56 | 18-50 |
| Field goal % | 41 | 36 |
| Three-pointers | 5-20 | 2-17 |
| Three-point % | 25 | 12 |
| Free throws | 10-16 | 25-30 |
| Free throw % | 63 | 83 |
| Rebounds | 35 | 38 |
| Offensive rebounds | 12 | 13 |
| Defensive rebounds | 23 | 25 |
| Assists | 13 | 8 |
| Steals | 8 | 8 |
| Blocks | 6 | 1 |
| Turnovers | 13 | 15 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 8 | 8 |
| Fast-break points | 5 | 4 |
| Points in the paint | 34 | 26 |
| Fouls | 20 | 15 |
| Largest lead | 7 | 12 |
| Lead changes | 4 | 4 |
| Time in front | 13 | 79 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half31-36Terri Miller Jr. makes 26-foot three point jumper (Kelcy Phipps assists)
- 2nd Half31-37Asher Woods makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half31-38Asher Woods makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half31-39Tyler Ringgold makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half33-39Terri Miller Jr. makes 7-foot jumper (Jaylin Henderson assists)
- 2nd Half34-39Terri Miller Jr. makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half36-39Tre-Vaughn Minott makes 0-foot tip in dunk
- 2nd Half36-41Tyler Ringgold makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half36-42Asher Woods makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half36-43Asher Woods makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half36-45KJ Greene makes 19-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half39-45Terri Miller Jr. makes 26-foot three point jumper (Kelcy Phipps assists)
- 2nd Half39-46KJ Greene makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half39-47KJ Greene makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half39-48Rowan Brumbaugh makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half39-49Rowan Brumbaugh makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half39-50Curtis Williams Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half39-51Curtis Williams Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half40-51Jaylin Henderson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half41-51Jaylin Henderson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half41-52Rowan Brumbaugh makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half41-53Rowan Brumbaugh makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half43-53Keyon Kensie Jr. makes layup (Jaylin Henderson assists)
- 2nd Half44-53Keyon Kensie Jr. makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half46-53Tre-Vaughn Minott makes layup
- 2nd Half46-55Rowan Brumbaugh makes layup (Tyler Ringgold assists)
- 2nd Half48-55Keyon Kensie Jr. makes layup (Tre-Vaughn Minott assists)
- 2nd Half48-57Curtis Williams Jr. makes driving layup
- 2nd Half50-57Keyon Kensie Jr. makes layup (Jaylin Henderson assists)
- 2nd Half50-58Asher Woods makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half50-59Asher Woods makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half52-59Keyon Kensie Jr. makes driving layup (Mozae Downing-Rivers assists)
- 2nd Half55-59Keyon Kensie Jr. makes 24-foot three point jumper (Mozae Downing-Rivers assists)
- 2nd Half55-61Asher Woods makes layup (Rowan Brumbaugh assists)
- 2nd Half57-61Jaylin Henderson makes driving layup
- 2nd Half58-61Jaylin Henderson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half59-61Jaylin Henderson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half61-61Jaylin Henderson makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half61-62Asher Woods makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half61-63Asher Woods makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Tulane Green Wave, below favours Portland State Vikings.
Venue
- Avron B. Fogelman Arena in the Devlin FieldhouseNew Orleans, LA
- Attendance1243
- OfficialsBlake Harris, Michael Wallace, Dan Powers
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