Tulsa Dominates East Carolina in Convincing Win
Thursday, March 5, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · Williams Arena at Minges Coliseum
Tulsa Golden Hurricane 93, East Carolina Pirates 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 Tulsa Golden Hurricane vs East Carolina Pirates?
Tulsa Golden Hurricane beat East Carolina Pirates 93-66 at Williams Arena at Minges Coliseum on March 5, 2026.
Who was favored in Tulsa Golden Hurricane vs East Carolina Pirates?
Tulsa Golden Hurricane were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -470 (about 82% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup, the Tulsa Golden Hurricane triumphed over the East Carolina Pirates with a final score of 93-66 at Williams Arena at Minges Coliseum. This game showcased Tulsa's strong performance, continuing their impressive form as they extended their winning streak to three games. The Golden Hurricane, boasting an overall record of 24-6, demonstrated their offensive prowess, averaging 82.3 points over their last ten games, while allowing 73.9 points.
East Carolina, with a record of 11-19, has shown some improvement recently, winning six of their last ten games, including a two-game winning streak leading into this contest. The Pirates averaged 77.3 points scored and 75.4 points allowed during this stretch. However, they struggled to keep pace with Tulsa, who effectively controlled the game.
Tulsa's recent form has been marked by a series of strong performances, including a convincing 90-56 victory against the Tulane Green Wave just prior to facing East Carolina. In contrast, the Pirates had notable wins against Memphis and UTSA, but their inconsistency was evident in their overall record, particularly at home where they have a 2-3 record in their last five games.
In their previous meeting earlier in the season, Tulsa defeated East Carolina 85-76, indicating that the Golden Hurricane have had the upper hand in their recent encounters. This trend continued in their latest matchup, where Tulsa's offensive efficiency overwhelmed the Pirates.
The betting market reflected Tulsa's dominance, with DraftKings listing them as 8.5-point favorites, and the total set at 156.5. The odds indicated a strong expectation for Tulsa to perform well, and they certainly delivered on that front.
In terms of player performances, Tulsa's scoring was highlighted by key contributions from multiple players, showcasing their depth and versatility. The game saw Ian Smikle make a significant impact with a layup that pushed the score to 87-62 in the second half, while Jaylen Lawal capped off the scoring with a 25-foot three-point jumper, bringing the final score to 93-65 before East Carolina added a late free throw.
The conditions at Williams Arena were conducive to a high-scoring affair, and both teams had to adapt to the atmosphere. However, it was Tulsa's ability to execute their game plan effectively that set them apart.
Overall, this matchup was emblematic of the gap between the two programs this season, with Tulsa solidifying their position as a formidable contender in NCAAB.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | TLSA -8.5 | 156.5 o -110 / u -110 | Tulsa Golden Hurricane -470 · East Carolina Pirates +360 |
Leaders
- PointsJordan Riley26East Carolina Pirates
- AssistsJordan Riley6East Carolina Pirates
- ReboundsLuke Davis9East Carolina Pirates
- PointsTylen Riley16Tulsa Golden Hurricane
- AssistsTylen Riley7Tulsa Golden Hurricane
- ReboundsDavid Green6Tulsa Golden Hurricane
Recent form
East Carolina Pirates
Last 10: 6-4Streak W277.3 scored · 75.4 allowed per game2-3 at home
- W84-68vs Memphis TigersMar 1
- W82-81at UTSA RoadrunnersFeb 26
- L56-68at Charlotte 49ersFeb 21
- L89-92vs Wichita State ShockersFeb 19
- W85-75at Rice OwlsFeb 14
- W88-72vs UTSA RoadrunnersFeb 12
- L73-81vs Temple OwlsFeb 7
- W76-75at Florida Atlantic OwlsFeb 1
- L77-83vs Rice OwlsJan 29
- W63-59at North Texas Mean GreenJan 23
Tulsa Golden Hurricane
Last 10: 7-3Streak W382.3 scored · 73.9 allowed per game3-2 away
- W90-56at Tulane Green WaveFeb 26
- W100-74vs UTSA RoadrunnersFeb 22
- W79-74vs Charlotte 49ersFeb 19
- L77-81at Wichita State ShockersFeb 15
- L63-68vs UAB BlazersFeb 12
- L74-80at South Florida BullsFeb 8
- W78-76at Florida Atlantic OwlsFeb 5
- W93-83vs Wichita State ShockersFeb 1
- W82-66vs North Texas Mean GreenJan 29
- W87-81at Rice OwlsJan 24
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 | Tulsa Golden Hurricane | East Carolina Pirates |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 34-60 | 20-55 |
| Field goal % | 57 | 36 |
| Three-pointers | 11-26 | 7-22 |
| Three-point % | 42 | 32 |
| Free throws | 14-20 | 19-27 |
| Free throw % | 70 | 70 |
| Rebounds | 32 | 34 |
| Offensive rebounds | 10 | 17 |
| Defensive rebounds | 22 | 17 |
| Assists | 21 | 11 |
| Steals | 9 | 5 |
| Blocks | 2 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 6 | 17 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 30 | 3 |
| Fast-break points | 21 | 5 |
| Points in the paint | 44 | 18 |
| Fouls | 17 | 15 |
| Largest lead | 29 | 0 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 98 | 0 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half58-33Jordan Riley makes 17-foot pullup jump shot (Demitri Gardner assists)
- 2nd Half59-33Tylen Riley makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half60-33Tylen Riley makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half60-34Reid Cason makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half60-35Reid Cason makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half63-35Miles Barnstable makes 25-foot three point jumper (Tylen Riley assists)
- 2nd Half63-36Jordan Riley makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half63-37Jordan Riley makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half65-37Ade Popoola makes driving layup (Tyler Behrend assists)
- 2nd Half65-39Jordan Riley makes driving layup (Paddy D'Arcy assists)
- 2nd Half65-40Jordan Riley makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half65-43Corey Caulker makes 25-foot three point jumper (Luke Davis assists)
- 2nd Half67-43Miles Barnstable makes driving layup
- 2nd Half67-45Demitri Gardner makes 18-foot pullup jump shot (Jordan Riley assists)
- 2nd Half69-45Ian Smikle makes driving layup (Jaylen Lawal assists)
- 2nd Half69-47Jordan Riley makes driving layup
- 2nd Half69-48Jordan Riley makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half69-49Jordan Riley makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half70-49Tylen Riley makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half71-49Tylen Riley makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half71-51Demitri Gardner makes 16-foot pullup jump shot (Jordan Riley assists)
- 2nd Half74-51Myles Rigsby makes 23-foot three point jumper (Tylen Riley assists)
- 2nd Half74-54Jordan Riley makes 26-foot three point jumper (Demitri Gardner assists)
- 2nd Half75-54Ian Smikle makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half77-54Myles Rigsby makes 4-foot dunk (Tylen Riley assists)
- 2nd Half79-54Ade Popoola makes driving layup (Tyler Behrend assists)
- 2nd Half81-54Tylen Riley makes driving layup
- 2nd Half83-54Tylen Riley makes 4-foot dunk
- 2nd Half83-57Corey Caulker makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half85-57Tylen Riley makes driving layup
- 2nd Half85-59Isaiah Mbeng makes 9-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half85-62Corey Caulker makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jordan Riley assists)
- 2nd Half87-62Ian Smikle makes layup
- 2nd Half88-62Miles Barnstable makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half88-63Jordan Riley makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half88-64Jordan Riley makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half90-64Jaylen Lawal makes driving layup
- 2nd Half90-65Giovanni Emejuru makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half93-65Jaylen Lawal makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half93-66Luke Davis makes free throw 1 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours East Carolina Pirates, below favours Tulsa Golden Hurricane.
Venue
- Williams Arena at Minges ColiseumGreenville, NC
- Attendance3782
- OfficialsSean Casady, Steven Anderson, Landon Brandes
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