NCAAB · Final

Tulsa Edges Rice in Close NCAAB Clash

Saturday, January 24, 2026, 4:30 PM ET · Tudor Fieldhouse

Tulsa Golden Hurricane 87, Rice Owls 81, 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 Rice Owls?

Tulsa Golden Hurricane beat Rice Owls 87-81 at Tudor Fieldhouse on January 24, 2026.

Who was favored in Tulsa Golden Hurricane vs Rice Owls?

Tulsa Golden Hurricane were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -455 (about 82% implied). The favorite won.

In a thrilling encounter at Tudor Fieldhouse, the Tulsa Golden Hurricane narrowly defeated the Rice Owls with a final score of 87-81. This matchup was particularly noteworthy as it featured two teams with contrasting seasons; Tulsa entered the game with a strong away record of 17-3, while Rice struggled with an 8-12 record. The game was marked by intense competition, showcasing the resilience of both teams.

Tulsa's recent form has been impressive, boasting a record of 8-2 over their last ten games, with an average of 88.2 points scored and 75.0 points allowed. They came into this game riding a three-game winning streak, having most recently defeated the Memphis Tigers 83-66 on January 22. Their scoring prowess has been evident, with their last five games averaging 82.6 points per game. In contrast, Rice has been inconsistent, posting a 5-5 record in their last ten games, with an average of 72.1 points scored and 73.2 points allowed. They faced a setback in their previous game against the Temple Owls, losing 69-65 on January 22, and were looking to bounce back at home.

The Owls have had a mixed home record of 3-3 in their last six games, while Tulsa's away record stands at 4-1, highlighting their ability to perform on the road. Historically, Tulsa has had the upper hand in their recent meetings with Rice, winning two of the last three encounters. The most recent matchup on December 31, 2025, ended in a decisive 97-48 victory for Tulsa, which set the tone for this contest.

In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any players missing from either side, allowing both teams to field their full rosters. This was crucial as both teams needed their key players to step up in such a competitive matchup.

The betting market, as reported by DraftKings, favored Tulsa with a spread of 8.5 points, indicating confidence in their ability to secure a solid win. The total points line was set at 152.5, reflecting expectations for a high-scoring game, which ultimately came to fruition with a combined score of 168 points.

Conditions in Tudor Fieldhouse were conducive to an exciting game, and the atmosphere was electric as fans rallied behind their respective teams. Viewers were treated to a showcase of skill, with players making critical shots and free throws in the closing moments. Notably, Miles Barnstable played a pivotal role for Tulsa, contributing significantly to their scoring in the second half, including crucial free throws that helped maintain their lead.

As the game progressed, it became clear that Tulsa's offensive strategy and ability to execute under pressure were key factors in their victory. They managed to maintain composure in the face of Rice's attempts to close the gap, ultimately securing the win and reinforcing their position as a formidable team in the league.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	TLSA -8.5	152.5 o -105 / u -115	Tulsa Golden Hurricane -455 · Rice Owls +350

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Leaders

PointsJalen Smith24Rice Owls
AssistsTrae Broadnax4Rice Owls
ReboundsJimmy Oladokun Jr.8Rice Owls
PointsMiles Barnstable21Tulsa Golden Hurricane
AssistsJaylen Lawal2Tulsa Golden Hurricane
ReboundsTyler Behrend6Tulsa Golden Hurricane

Recent form

Rice Owls

Last 10: 5-5Streak L172.1 scored · 73.2 allowed per game3-3 at home

L65-69vs Temple OwlsJan 22
W89-73at UTSA RoadrunnersJan 15
L73-74vs Charlotte 49ersJan 11
W66-64at Wichita State ShockersJan 8
L70-76vs Memphis TigersJan 3
L48-97at Tulsa Golden HurricaneDec 31
L62-84at Pepperdine WavesDec 21
W94-47vs Southwestern Christian U EaglesDec 17
W77-76vs Arkansas State Red WolvesDec 13
W77-72vs Texas State BobcatsDec 4

Tulsa Golden Hurricane

Last 10: 8-2Streak W388.2 scored · 75 allowed per game4-1 away

W83-66vs Memphis TigersJan 22
W99-77at UAB BlazersJan 18
W86-74at Charlotte 49ersJan 15
L78-93vs South Florida BullsJan 10
L67-72at North Texas Mean GreenJan 4
W97-48vs Rice OwlsDec 31
W90-85vs Denver PioneersDec 22
W82-81at Western Kentucky HilltoppersDec 20
W83-70at New Mexico State AggiesDec 13
W117-84vs Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden LionsDec 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	Tulsa Golden Hurricane	Rice Owls
Field goals	27-56	30-60
Field goal %	48	50
Three-pointers	11-25	12-26
Three-point %	44	46
Free throws	22-28	9-14
Free throw %	79	64
Rebounds	32	34
Offensive rebounds	13	13
Defensive rebounds	19	21
Assists	11	13
Steals	10	6
Blocks	0	2
Turnovers	10	13
Team turnovers	0	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	21	18
Fast-break points	13	7
Points in the paint	30	30
Fouls	15	22
Largest lead	22	0
Lead changes	0	0
Time in front	98	0

How the scoring went

2nd Half60-46Nick Anderson makes 16-foot jumper
2nd Half62-46Jaylen Lawal makes layup
2nd Half62-48Trae Broadnax makes layup
2nd Half63-48Ian Smikle makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half63-49Eternity Eguagie makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half63-50Eternity Eguagie makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half66-50Ade Popoola makes 23-foot three point jumper (Myles Rigsby assists)
2nd Half66-52Trae Broadnax makes layup
2nd Half66-55Nick Anderson makes 23-foot three point jumper (Eternity Eguagie assists)
2nd Half68-55Tylen Riley makes layup
2nd Half68-57Nick Anderson makes layup
2nd Half68-59Trae Broadnax makes layup
2nd Half68-61Eternity Eguagie makes layup (Nick Anderson assists)
2nd Half68-62Trey Patterson makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half68-63Trey Patterson makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half69-63Miles Barnstable makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half70-63Miles Barnstable makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half70-65Trae Broadnax makes 11-foot jumper
2nd Half71-65Tylen Riley makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half72-65Tylen Riley makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half74-65Tyler Behrend makes layup (Tylen Riley assists)
2nd Half74-66Nick Anderson makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half74-67Nick Anderson makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half76-67Tyler Behrend makes 0-foot tip in layup
2nd Half77-67Tyler Behrend makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half77-69Jalen Smith makes layup
2nd Half77-71Jalen Smith makes 9-foot jumper
2nd Half77-74Nick Anderson makes 23-foot three point jumper (Trae Broadnax assists)
2nd Half79-74David Green makes 2-foot dunk
2nd Half80-74Miles Barnstable makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half81-74Miles Barnstable makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half81-77Trae Broadnax makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jalen Smith assists)
2nd Half82-77Miles Barnstable makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half83-77Miles Barnstable makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half83-79Eternity Eguagie makes 8-foot jumper (Trae Broadnax assists)
2nd Half85-79Miles Barnstable makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half84-79Miles Barnstable makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half85-81Trae Broadnax makes 3-foot jumper
2nd Half86-81Myles Rigsby makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half87-81Myles Rigsby makes free throw 2 of 2