Charlotte 49ers Defeat Tulane Green Wave 74-60
Thursday, March 12, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · Legacy Arena at BJCC
Charlotte 49ers 74, Tulane Green Wave 60, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Tulane Green Wave vs Charlotte 49ers?
Charlotte 49ers beat Tulane Green Wave 74-60 at Legacy Arena at BJCC on March 12, 2026.
Who was favored in Tulane Green Wave vs Charlotte 49ers?
Charlotte 49ers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -112 (about 53% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup, the Charlotte 49ers secured a 74-60 victory over the Tulane Green Wave at the Legacy Arena at BJCC. This win comes as a much-needed boost for Charlotte, who had been struggling with a recent record of 3-7 in their last ten games, including a three-game losing streak leading into this contest. The 49ers averaged 70.9 points scored and 76.3 points allowed over that stretch, indicating a need for improvement on both ends of the court. In contrast, Tulane entered the game with a record of 5-5 in their last ten outings and a one-game winning streak after defeating the Memphis Tigers 81-69 in their previous match. The Green Wave averaged 70.5 points scored and allowed 77.5 points during that same period.
Charlotte's home record stood at 3-2 in their last five games, while Tulane had a stronger away record of 3-2 in the same timeframe. Historically, the teams had met three times in the last two seasons, with Charlotte holding a 1-2 record against Tulane. Their most recent meeting prior to this game was on January 24, 2026, where Charlotte won 73-70 at home. The previous encounters had seen Tulane come out on top, winning 78-64 in 2025 and 83-68 in 2024.
In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any players missing from either team, allowing both squads to field their full rosters for this crucial matchup. The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had Charlotte as a 1.5-point favorite with a total set at 144.5. The odds indicated a close contest, but Charlotte's performance in this game suggested they were able to exceed expectations.
The conditions for the game were typical for indoor basketball, with no adverse weather factors affecting play. Fans were treated to a competitive atmosphere as both teams fought for momentum. Charlotte's scoring plays in the second half were pivotal, with key contributions from players like Asher Woods and Ben Bradford, who made crucial free throws that helped extend their lead. The final moments saw Jake Shapiro hit a 29-foot three-point jumper, sealing the victory for the 49ers.
Overall, the game showcased Charlotte's ability to bounce back after a difficult stretch, while Tulane will need to regroup after this setback. The 49ers' defense, which had been a concern in recent games, appeared more cohesive, limiting Tulane's scoring opportunities and capitalizing on their own chances to secure the win.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | CLT -1.5 | 144.5 o -108 / u -112 | Tulane Green Wave -108 · Charlotte 49ers -112 |
Leaders
- PointsBen Bradford29Charlotte 49ers
- AssistsDezayne Mingo11Charlotte 49ers
- ReboundsAnton Bonke16Charlotte 49ers
- PointsRowan Brumbaugh25Tulane Green Wave
- AssistsPercy Daniels3Tulane Green Wave
- ReboundsCurtis Williams Jr.8Tulane Green Wave
Recent form
Charlotte 49ers
Last 10: 3-7Streak L370.9 scored · 76.3 allowed per game3-2 at home
- L60-83at South Florida BullsMar 8
- L74-80vs UAB BlazersMar 5
- L76-77at Florida Atlantic OwlsMar 1
- W80-79vs North Texas Mean GreenFeb 26
- W68-56vs East Carolina PiratesFeb 21
- L74-79at Tulsa Golden HurricaneFeb 19
- L79-88vs UTSA RoadrunnersFeb 15
- L54-77at Memphis TigersFeb 8
- L64-74at Wichita State ShockersFeb 5
- W80-70vs Rice OwlsJan 31
Tulane Green Wave
Last 10: 5-5Streak W170.5 scored · 77.5 allowed per game3-2 away
- W81-69at Memphis TigersMar 11
- L95-96vs Memphis TigersMar 8
- L60-89at Temple OwlsMar 6
- L62-90at South Florida BullsMar 1
- L56-90vs Tulsa Golden HurricaneFeb 26
- W81-75vs Rice OwlsFeb 22
- W77-71at North Texas Mean GreenFeb 20
- W55-54at UAB BlazersFeb 15
- W77-66vs Temple OwlsFeb 12
- L61-75vs Wichita State ShockersFeb 8
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 | 17-55 | 22-56 |
| Field goal % | 31 | 39 |
| Three-pointers | 7-33 | 12-32 |
| Three-point % | 21 | 38 |
| Free throws | 19-19 | 18-19 |
| Free throw % | 100 | 95 |
| Rebounds | 27 | 44 |
| Offensive rebounds | 8 | 15 |
| Defensive rebounds | 19 | 29 |
| Assists | 7 | 16 |
| Steals | 6 | 2 |
| Blocks | 2 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 5 | 11 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 11 | 5 |
| Fast-break points | 7 | 4 |
| Points in the paint | 20 | 18 |
| Fouls | 14 | 14 |
| Largest lead | 6 | 18 |
| Lead changes | 2 | 2 |
| Time in front | 47 | 46 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half28-39Asher Woods makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half29-39Asher Woods makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half29-40Jarne Elouna Eyenga makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half29-42Ben Bradford makes 9-foot jumper (Dezayne Mingo assists)
- 2nd Half30-42Asher Woods makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half31-42Asher Woods makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half32-42Asher Woods makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half33-42Asher Woods makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half33-45Damoni Harrison makes 27-foot three point jumper (Dezayne Mingo assists)
- 2nd Half33-46Damoni Harrison makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half33-48Spencer Elliott makes 1-foot alley oop dunk (Dezayne Mingo assists)
- 2nd Half36-48Rowan Brumbaugh makes 28-foot three point jumper (Percy Daniels assists)
- 2nd Half36-50Ben Bradford makes layup
- 2nd Half36-52Dezayne Mingo makes driving layup (Spencer Elliott assists)
- 2nd Half38-52Rowan Brumbaugh makes driving layup
- 2nd Half38-54Anton Bonke makes layup (Dezayne Mingo assists)
- 2nd Half39-54Rowan Brumbaugh makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half40-54Rowan Brumbaugh makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half42-54Percy Daniels makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half42-55Dezayne Mingo makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half42-56Dezayne Mingo makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half44-56Rowan Brumbaugh makes driving layup
- 2nd Half44-58Ben Bradford makes 6-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half47-58Curtis Williams Jr. makes 23-foot three point jumper (Scotty Middleton assists)
- 2nd Half47-61Ben Bradford makes 29-foot three point jumper (Dezayne Mingo assists)
- 2nd Half50-61Asher Woods makes 24-foot three point jumper (Percy Daniels assists)
- 2nd Half51-61Rowan Brumbaugh makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half52-61Rowan Brumbaugh makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half52-64Damoni Harrison makes 23-foot three point jumper (Dezayne Mingo assists)
- 2nd Half52-66Ben Bradford makes 5-foot jumper (Dezayne Mingo assists)
- 2nd Half52-69Dezayne Mingo makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half52-70Dezayne Mingo makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half54-70Asher Woods makes layup (Rowan Brumbaugh assists)
- 2nd Half55-70Asher Woods makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half55-71Ben Bradford makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half55-72Ben Bradford makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half57-72Scotty Middleton makes layup
- 2nd Half57-73Ben Bradford makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half57-74Ben Bradford makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half60-74Jake Shapiro makes 29-foot three point jumper (Rowan Brumbaugh assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Charlotte 49ers, below favours Tulane Green Wave.
Venue
- Legacy Arena at BJCCBirmingham, AL
- OfficialsSean Casady, Josue Nieves, Bharat Ramnanan
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