Florida Atlantic Owls Defeat Tulane Green Wave 79-74
Wednesday, January 21, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · Abessinio Court at Eleanor R. Baldwin Arena
Florida Atlantic Owls 79, Tulane Green Wave 74, 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 Florida Atlantic Owls?
Florida Atlantic Owls beat Tulane Green Wave 79-74 at Abessinio Court at Eleanor R. Baldwin Arena on January 21, 2026.
Who was favored in Tulane Green Wave vs Florida Atlantic Owls?
Florida Atlantic Owls were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -600 (about 86% implied). The favorite won.
In a closely contested matchup, the Florida Atlantic Owls emerged victorious against the Tulane Green Wave with a final score of 79-74. This game was held at the Abessinio Court at Eleanor R. Baldwin Arena on January 22, 2026. The victory marks an important win for the Owls, who were looking to avenge their earlier defeat to the Green Wave earlier in the season.
The Florida Atlantic Owls entered this game with a home record of 14-6 and had been performing well lately, boasting a 7-3 record in their last ten games, which included a four-game winning streak. In those ten games, they averaged 87.7 points scored while allowing 73.5 points per game. Their recent form was highlighted by a strong home performance, where they maintained a perfect 5-0 record.
Conversely, the Tulane Green Wave had a record of 12-7 and were struggling with a recent downturn, having lost their last two games. Their last ten games yielded a 6-4 record, with an average of 71.1 points scored and 70.8 points allowed. Tulane's recent struggles were evident as they had a 2-3 record in their last five games.
The previous meeting between these two teams occurred on January 4, 2026, where the Green Wave narrowly defeated the Owls 69-66. This earlier loss added motivation for the Owls as they sought to turn the tables in this matchup.
In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any notable absences affecting either team, allowing both squads to field their best players for this important game. The odds from DraftKings indicated that the Owls were favored by a spread of 10.5 points, with a moneyline of -600 for Florida Atlantic and +440 for Tulane. The total for the game was set at 155.5, reflecting expectations for a competitive scoring affair.
The game conditions were typical for a college basketball matchup, with both teams playing in front of their respective fans, contributing to the atmosphere of the contest. The Owls' recent scoring average of 79.0 points in their last five games suggested they were capable of offensive bursts, while the Green Wave's average of 73.0 points indicated they could also put up a fight.
As the game unfolded, the Owls managed to maintain control, ultimately securing the win with a final score of 79-74. Key moments in the second half included several free throws by both teams, with Asher Woods contributing significantly for Tulane. The Owls' ability to convert free throws down the stretch proved crucial in sealing their victory. The final moments saw Devin Vanterpool making two critical free throws that pushed the Owls' lead to five points, ensuring they would not relinquish their advantage.
This matchup showcased the resilience of the Florida Atlantic Owls as they bounced back from their earlier defeat to Tulane, reinforcing their standing in the league and demonstrating their offensive capabilities at home.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | FAU -10.5 | 155.5 o -110 / u -110 | Tulane Green Wave +440 · Florida Atlantic Owls -600 |
Leaders
- PointsDevin Vanterpool20Florida Atlantic Owls
- AssistsXander Pintelon6Florida Atlantic Owls
- ReboundsDevin Vanterpool7Florida Atlantic Owls
- PointsCurtis Williams Jr.27Tulane Green Wave
- AssistsRowan Brumbaugh3Tulane Green Wave
- ReboundsScotty Middleton8Tulane Green Wave
Recent form
Florida Atlantic Owls
Last 10: 7-3Streak W487.7 scored · 73.5 allowed per game5-0 at home
- W79-73at Temple OwlsJan 18
- W85-67vs Wichita State ShockersJan 16
- W89-78vs Memphis TigersJan 11
- W76-71at UAB BlazersJan 8
- L66-69at Tulane Green WaveJan 4
- W110-70vs UTSA RoadrunnersDec 31
- L80-85at UCF KnightsDec 23
- L75-88at Saint Mary's GaelsDec 20
- W105-79vs UAlbany Great DanesDec 13
- W112-55vs Saint Leo MonarchsDec 11
Tulane Green Wave
Last 10: 6-4Streak L271.1 scored · 70.8 allowed per game2-1 away
- 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
- L71-88vs Akron ZipsDec 6
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 | Florida Atlantic Owls |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 23-52 | 27-52 |
| Field goal % | 44 | 52 |
| Three-pointers | 5-15 | 8-18 |
| Three-point % | 33 | 44 |
| Free throws | 23-27 | 17-29 |
| Free throw % | 85 | 59 |
| Rebounds | 30 | 31 |
| Offensive rebounds | 6 | 6 |
| Defensive rebounds | 24 | 25 |
| Assists | 8 | 20 |
| Steals | 4 | 7 |
| Blocks | 3 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 13 | 11 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 14 | 18 |
| Fast-break points | 0 | 11 |
| Points in the paint | 30 | 34 |
| Fouls | 23 | 20 |
| Largest lead | 6 | 12 |
| Lead changes | 2 | 2 |
| Time in front | 5 | 94 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half44-51Asher Woods makes layup
- 2nd Half44-53Devin Williams makes 1-foot dunk (Josiah Parker assists)
- 2nd Half44-55Isaiah Elohim makes 16-foot jumper
- 2nd Half46-55Josiah Moore makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half46-57Isaiah Elohim makes 9-foot jumper
- 2nd Half48-57Josiah Moore makes layup
- 2nd Half49-57Curtis Williams Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half50-57Curtis Williams Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half50-58Josiah Parker makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half50-60Isaiah Elohim makes layup
- 2nd Half52-60Tyler Ringgold makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half52-61Xander Pintelon makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half52-62Xander Pintelon makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half54-62Curtis Williams Jr. makes layup (Scotty Middleton assists)
- 2nd Half56-62KJ Greene makes 7-foot jumper
- 2nd Half56-65Devin Vanterpool makes 26-foot three point jumper (Xander Pintelon assists)
- 2nd Half58-65Curtis Williams Jr. makes layup
- 2nd Half59-65Curtis Williams Jr. makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half59-66Yohann Sissoko makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half61-66Scotty Middleton makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half61-68Josiah Parker makes 7-foot floating jump shot (Kanaan Carlyle assists)
- 2nd Half61-70Isaiah Elohim makes layup (Kanaan Carlyle assists)
- 2nd Half61-71Josiah Parker makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half63-71Tyler Ringgold makes layup (Rowan Brumbaugh assists)
- 2nd Half64-71Tyler Ringgold makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half65-71Tyler Ringgold makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half65-73Niccolo Moretti makes layup
- 2nd Half67-73Rowan Brumbaugh makes layup
- 2nd Half67-74Devin Vanterpool makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half68-74Scotty Middleton makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half68-75Devin Vanterpool makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half68-76Devin Vanterpool makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half69-76Rowan Brumbaugh makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half70-76Asher Woods makes free throw 1 of 3
- 2nd Half71-76Asher Woods makes free throw 2 of 3
- 2nd Half72-76Asher Woods makes free throw 3 of 3
- 2nd Half72-77Niccolo Moretti makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half74-77Tyler Ringgold makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half74-78Devin Vanterpool makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half74-79Devin Vanterpool makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Florida Atlantic Owls, below favours Tulane Green Wave.
Venue
- Abessinio Court at Eleanor R. Baldwin ArenaBoca Raton, FL
- Attendance3161
- OfficialsTodd Austin, Josue Nieves, Nick Nadeau
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