Tulsa Edges Oral Roberts in Thrilling Finish
Wednesday, November 12, 2025, 8:00 PM ET · Mabee Center
Tulsa Golden Hurricane 88, Oral Roberts Golden Eagles 87, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Tulsa Golden Hurricane vs Oral Roberts Golden Eagles?
Tulsa Golden Hurricane beat Oral Roberts Golden Eagles 88-87 at Mabee Center on November 12, 2025.
In a tightly contested matchup, the Tulsa Golden Hurricane narrowly defeated the Oral Roberts Golden Eagles with a final score of 88 to 87 at the Mabee Center. This game showcased the resilience of both teams, with Tulsa improving their record to 4-0, while Oral Roberts fell to 1-3.
Tulsa entered the game with a recent form of 5-5 over their last ten games, including a two-game winning streak. They averaged 71.7 points scored and allowed 70.3 points in that span. Their last five games have been particularly strong, where they recorded a 4-1 record with an impressive scoring average of 77.8 points while allowing just 66.6 points per game. In contrast, Oral Roberts had struggled recently, holding a 2-8 record over their last ten games, with an average of 70.7 points scored and 76.9 points allowed. Their last five games resulted in a record of 1-4, with an average of 67.4 points scored and 75.0 points allowed.
At home, Oral Roberts had a record of 2-2, while Tulsa's away record stood at 3-3. The previous meeting between these two teams occurred on November 14, 2024, where Tulsa emerged victorious with a score of 85-76. This added a layer of intensity to the rematch as Oral Roberts sought to turn the tide.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but both teams were expected to field their best lineups. The market had priced the game closely, reflecting the competitive nature of the fixture, although specific odds were not mentioned.
The game conditions were not detailed, but the Mabee Center typically provides a vibrant atmosphere that can influence player performances. Fans could expect a high-energy game, with both teams showcasing their offensive capabilities.
As the game progressed, key moments unfolded that highlighted the tension. Ade Popoola and Ofri Naveh made crucial free throws in the latter stages of the second half, keeping the score tight. David Green's jumper, assisted by Popoola, gave Tulsa a critical edge late in the game. Ty Harper's layup tied the game at 87 before Tylen Riley sealed the victory for Tulsa with a free throw, bringing the score to 88-87.
This matchup not only illustrated the competitive spirit of college basketball but also set the stage for future encounters between these two programs.
Leaders
- PointsConnor Dow22Oral Roberts Golden Eagles
- AssistsTy Harper4Oral Roberts Golden Eagles
- ReboundsYuto Yamanouchi-Williams7Oral Roberts Golden Eagles
- PointsDavid Green21Tulsa Golden Hurricane
- AssistsMiles Barnstable3Tulsa Golden Hurricane
- ReboundsDavid Green7Tulsa Golden Hurricane
Recent form
Oral Roberts Golden Eagles
Last 10: 2-8Streak W170.7 scored · 76.9 allowed per game2-2 at home
- W84-50vs John Brown Golden EaglesNov 9
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- L56-73at Kansas City RoosMar 6
- L57-80at Omaha MavericksMar 1
- L69-77vs South Dakota State JackrabbitsFeb 28
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- L60-71at Denver PioneersFeb 20
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- L88-94at North Dakota State BisonFeb 14
- L74-75vs South Dakota CoyotesFeb 9
Tulsa Golden Hurricane
Last 10: 5-5Streak W271.7 scored · 70.3 allowed per game3-3 away
- W82-65at Rhode Island RamsNov 7
- W100-57vs Oklahoma Christian OKLAHOMA CHRISTIANNov 4
- L59-77at North Texas Mean GreenMar 14
- W75-71at Temple OwlsMar 13
- W73-63at Wichita State ShockersMar 9
- L77-81vs Temple OwlsMar 5
- L77-79vs Tulane Green WaveMar 1
- L50-71at Rice OwlsFeb 22
- L44-63at North Texas Mean GreenFeb 20
- W80-76vs UTSA RoadrunnersFeb 15
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 |
| North Dakota State | 27-8 | - | 14-2 |
| St. Thomas | 24-10 | 2 | 12-4 |
| North Dakota | 18-17 | 4 | 10-6 |
| South Dakota | 16-16 | 6 | 8-8 |
| Omaha | 16-17 | 6 | 8-8 |
| Denver | 15-17 | 7 | 8-8 |
| South Dakota State | 14-18 | 7 | 7-9 |
| Oral Roberts | 10-23 | 10 | 4-12 |
| Kansas City | 4-27 | 13 | 1-15 |
Box score
| Stat | Tulsa Golden Hurricane | Oral Roberts Golden Eagles |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 25-55 | 30-60 |
| Field goal % | 45 | 50 |
| Three-pointers | 10-23 | 14-33 |
| Three-point % | 43 | 42 |
| Free throws | 28-36 | 13-20 |
| Free throw % | 78 | 65 |
| Rebounds | 38 | 29 |
| Offensive rebounds | 12 | 6 |
| Defensive rebounds | 26 | 23 |
| Assists | 15 | 14 |
| Steals | 6 | 7 |
| Blocks | 3 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 12 | 10 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 9 | 17 |
| Fast-break points | 9 | 14 |
| Points in the paint | 30 | 32 |
| Fouls | 20 | 23 |
| Largest lead | 3 | 8 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half60-58Tylen Riley made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-58Tylen Riley made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-60Connor Dow made Layup.
- 2nd Half62-60Romad Dean made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half63-60Romad Dean made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half63-61Ty Harper made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half63-62Ty Harper made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half63-65Chase Martin made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half64-65Tylen Riley made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half65-65Tylen Riley made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half65-67Ofri Naveh made Layup.
- 2nd Half65-70Jack Turner made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half67-70Ian Smikle made Layup.
- 2nd Half67-71Ofri Naveh made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half70-71David Green made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Miles Barnstable.
- 2nd Half71-71Miles Barnstable made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half72-71Miles Barnstable made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half72-72Ofri Naveh made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half72-73Ofri Naveh made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half74-73Ian Smikle made Layup. Assisted by Miles Barnstable.
- 2nd Half74-74Ofri Naveh made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half74-75Ofri Naveh made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half75-75Romad Dean made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half75-77Yuto Yamanouchi-Williams made Dunk. Assisted by Cal Furnish.
- 2nd Half75-80Cal Furnish made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Connor Dow.
- 2nd Half76-80Tylen Riley made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half77-80Tylen Riley made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half77-82Ofri Naveh made Layup.
- 2nd Half79-82Tylen Riley made Layup.
- 2nd Half81-82Miles Barnstable made Dunk.
- 2nd Half82-82David Green made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half82-83Ofri Naveh made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half83-83Ade Popoola made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half83-84Ofri Naveh made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half83-85Ofri Naveh made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half84-85David Green made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half85-85David Green made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half87-85David Green made Jumper. Assisted by Ade Popoola.
- 2nd Half87-87Ty Harper made Layup.
- 2nd Half88-87Tylen Riley made Free Throw.
Win probability
Above the line favours Oral Roberts Golden Eagles, below favours Tulsa Golden Hurricane.
Venue
- Mabee CenterTulsa, OK
- Attendance5467
- OfficialsGerald Williams, Brian McNutt, Tucson Grigg
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