Charlotte 49ers Edge Tulane Green Wave in Close Contest
Friday, January 23, 2026, 7:30 PM ET · Halton Arena
Charlotte 49ers 73, Tulane Green Wave 70, 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 Tulane Green Wave vs Charlotte 49ers?
Charlotte 49ers beat Tulane Green Wave 73-70 at Halton Arena on January 23, 2026.
Who was favored in Tulane Green Wave vs Charlotte 49ers?
Charlotte 49ers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -148 (about 60% implied). The favorite won.
In a tightly contested matchup, the Charlotte 49ers secured a narrow victory over the Tulane Green Wave with a final score of 73-70. This game showcased the competitive spirit of both teams, with Charlotte managing to extend their recent winning streak to two games while Tulane faced their fourth consecutive loss.
The Charlotte 49ers entered the game with a home record of 11-9 and had been performing well recently, boasting a 6-4 record over their last ten games. They averaged 76.1 points scored and allowed 75.9 points during this stretch, indicating a propensity for high-scoring affairs. Their last five games reflected an even stronger performance, with an average of 79.8 points scored and 77.4 points allowed, culminating in a recent win against the East Carolina Pirates.
On the other hand, the Tulane Green Wave, with an away record of 12-8, had struggled in their recent outings, also holding a record of 6-4 over their last ten games. However, they had fallen into a slump, losing their last three games and averaging 71.4 points scored while allowing 69.9 points during this period. Their last five games saw them average 72.0 points scored and 70.0 points allowed, which highlighted their difficulties in maintaining defensive consistency.
Historically, this matchup had not favored Charlotte, as they had lost both previous meetings against Tulane in the 2025 season, including a 68-83 defeat at home. This context added an extra layer of significance to the game for the 49ers, who were looking to turn the tide in their favor.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details, but the overall performance of both teams may have been impacted by their respective rosters. The game took place at Halton Arena, where Charlotte had a mixed home record of 3-3 in their last six games, while Tulane had a 2-2 record in their away games.
The betting lines from DraftKings indicated that Charlotte was favored by 2.5 points, with a total set at 143.5. The odds reflected the competitive nature of the game, with Charlotte's moneyline at -148.0 and Tulane's at 124.0, suggesting that the matchup was expected to be closely contested.
As the game progressed, Charlotte managed to maintain a slight edge, with key scoring plays in the second half contributing to their victory. Notable moments included Rowan Brumbaugh making a series of free throws and a crucial layup, while Dezayne Mingo added to the scoreline with important free throws as well. Tulane fought back with Asher Woods and Brumbaugh contributing to their scoring efforts, but ultimately fell short in their comeback attempt.
The conditions during the game were conducive for basketball, with both teams showcasing their skills in a competitive environment. Fans watching the game would have noted the intensity and determination displayed by both sides, particularly as the score remained close throughout.
In conclusion, the Charlotte 49ers' victory over the Tulane Green Wave not only marked an important win for the home team but also highlighted the ongoing struggles for Tulane as they continued to seek answers to break their losing streak.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | CLT -2.5 | 143.5 o -105 / u -115 | Tulane Green Wave +124 · Charlotte 49ers -148 |
Leaders
- PointsDezayne Mingo20Charlotte 49ers
- AssistsDezayne Mingo4Charlotte 49ers
- ReboundsAnton Bonke5Charlotte 49ers
- PointsRowan Brumbaugh35Tulane Green Wave
- AssistsKJ Greene4Tulane Green Wave
- ReboundsRowan Brumbaugh5Tulane Green Wave
Recent form
Charlotte 49ers
Last 10: 6-4Streak W176.1 scored · 75.9 allowed per game3-3 at home
- W73-70at East Carolina PiratesJan 18
- L74-86vs Tulsa Golden HurricaneJan 15
- W74-73at Rice OwlsJan 11
- W74-58at UTSA RoadrunnersJan 8
- W104-100vs Wichita State ShockersJan 3
- L73-76vs Temple OwlsDec 31
- W88-76vs UIC FlamesDec 21
- W81-67vs Lafayette LeopardsDec 19
- L67-74at Charleston CougarsDec 14
- L53-79vs Utah State AggiesDec 7
Tulane Green Wave
Last 10: 6-4Streak L371.4 scored · 69.9 allowed per game2-2 away
- L74-79at Florida Atlantic OwlsJan 22
- L63-71vs North Texas Mean GreenJan 18
- L69-82vs UAB BlazersJan 15
- W85-52at UTSA RoadrunnersJan 10
- W69-66vs Florida Atlantic OwlsJan 4
- W79-70at East Carolina PiratesDec 31
- W63-61vs Portland State VikingsDec 21
- W61-53vs Louisiana Tech BulldogsDec 18
- L67-93at UC San Diego TritonsDec 14
- W84-72vs Tougaloo BulldogsDec 11
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 | Tulane Green Wave | Charlotte 49ers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 23-51 | 26-51 |
| Field goal % | 45 | 51 |
| Three-pointers | 4-21 | 8-21 |
| Three-point % | 19 | 38 |
| Free throws | 20-24 | 13-18 |
| Free throw % | 83 | 72 |
| Rebounds | 19 | 36 |
| Offensive rebounds | 2 | 10 |
| Defensive rebounds | 17 | 26 |
| Assists | 5 | 11 |
| Steals | 6 | 3 |
| Blocks | 4 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 9 | 17 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 4 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 18 | 12 |
| Fast-break points | 9 | 8 |
| Points in the paint | 30 | 36 |
| Fouls | 17 | 19 |
| Largest lead | 4 | 15 |
| Lead changes | 2 | 2 |
| Time in front | 19 | 71 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half36-45Ethan Butler makes layup (Dezayne Mingo assists)
- 2nd Half36-48Dezayne Mingo makes 24-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half36-50Dezayne Mingo makes layup
- 2nd Half39-50Luke Rasmussen makes 23-foot three point jumper (KJ Greene assists)
- 2nd Half39-51Dezayne Mingo makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half40-51Rowan Brumbaugh makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half41-51Rowan Brumbaugh makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half41-53Ben Bradford makes layup
- 2nd Half43-53Rowan Brumbaugh makes layup
- 2nd Half43-55Dezayne Mingo makes driving layup
- 2nd Half44-55Rowan Brumbaugh makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half45-55Rowan Brumbaugh makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half45-57Ben Bradford makes driving layup
- 2nd Half46-57Rowan Brumbaugh makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half47-57Rowan Brumbaugh makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half47-59Ethan Butler makes driving layup
- 2nd Half47-60Ethan Butler makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half50-60Luke Rasmussen makes 24-foot three point jumper (KJ Greene assists)
- 2nd Half50-63Ethan Butler makes 25-foot three point jumper (Dezayne Mingo assists)
- 2nd Half50-65Dezayne Mingo makes driving layup
- 2nd Half52-65Rowan Brumbaugh makes 3-foot step back jumpshot (KJ Greene assists)
- 2nd Half52-67Jarne Elouna Eyenga makes 1-foot dunk (Ethan Butler assists)
- 2nd Half53-67Asher Woods makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half54-67Asher Woods makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half54-69Dezayne Mingo makes driving layup
- 2nd Half56-69Asher Woods makes driving layup
- 2nd Half57-69Asher Woods makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half57-70Dezayne Mingo makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half57-71Dezayne Mingo makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half58-71Rowan Brumbaugh makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half59-71Rowan Brumbaugh makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half61-71Luke Rasmussen makes driving layup
- 2nd Half63-71Rowan Brumbaugh makes layup
- 2nd Half63-72Dezayne Mingo makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half63-73Dezayne Mingo makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half65-73Asher Woods makes 6-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half66-73Rowan Brumbaugh makes free throw 1 of 3
- 2nd Half67-73Rowan Brumbaugh makes free throw 2 of 3
- 2nd Half68-73Rowan Brumbaugh makes free throw 3 of 3
- 2nd Half70-73Rowan Brumbaugh makes 21-foot jumper
Win probability
Above the line favours Charlotte 49ers, below favours Tulane Green Wave.
Venue
- Halton ArenaCharlotte, NC
- Attendance2454
- OfficialsJason Page, Ryan Christian, Donta Carter
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