Tulsa Dominates UTSA in Convincing Win
Sunday, February 22, 2026, 4:00 PM ET · Reynolds Center
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Quick answers
Who won UTSA Roadrunners vs Tulsa Golden Hurricane?
Tulsa Golden Hurricane beat UTSA Roadrunners 100-74 at Reynolds Center on February 22, 2026.
Who was favored in UTSA Roadrunners vs Tulsa Golden Hurricane?
Tulsa Golden Hurricane were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -5000 (about 98% implied). The favorite won.
In a commanding performance, the Tulsa Golden Hurricane triumphed over the UTSA Roadrunners with a final score of 100-74 at the Reynolds Center. This victory underscores Tulsa's strong position in the NCAAB landscape, particularly against a struggling UTSA team. With this win, Tulsa improved its record to 22-6, while UTSA fell to 5-22.
Tulsa entered the game with a recent record of 7-3 over their last ten outings, showcasing an average of 81.5 points scored per game and allowing 75.2 points. Their last match before facing UTSA was a hard-fought 79-74 victory against the Charlotte 49ers on February 19, 2026. The Golden Hurricane had been particularly strong at home, holding a 4-1 record in their last five games at the Reynolds Center. In contrast, UTSA's recent form has been dismal, with a record of just 1-9 in their last ten games, averaging 69.9 points scored and a staggering 83.5 points allowed. Their most recent game resulted in a 60-52 loss to Florida Atlantic on February 19, 2026.
The home team's dominance was evident in their scoring capabilities, as they consistently outperformed UTSA throughout the game. Tulsa's offensive strategy was effective, with multiple players contributing to the scoreline. The Roadrunners, on the other hand, struggled to keep pace, unable to match Tulsa's scoring efficiency.
Historically, Tulsa has had the upper hand in their recent meetings with UTSA, winning both encounters in the 2025 season. The Golden Hurricane won the first matchup 82-77 on January 8, 2025, and followed it up with an 80-76 victory on February 15, 2025. This trend of dominance continued in their latest meeting, further solidifying Tulsa's advantage.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details, but the contrasting records of both teams suggest that Tulsa has managed to maintain a healthier roster compared to the struggling Roadrunners.
The betting market reflected Tulsa's strong position, with DraftKings listing the Golden Hurricane as 21.5-point favorites. The total points line was set at 159.5, with odds of -115 for the over and -105 for the under. The moneyline odds were heavily skewed in favor of Tulsa at -5000, while UTSA's moneyline was set at 1800, indicating a significant expectation of a Tulsa victory.
Conditions during the game were conducive for a high-scoring affair, and Tulsa capitalized on this by consistently converting opportunities. The Golden Hurricane's scoring plays included a mix of three-pointers and layups, showcasing their offensive versatility. Notable moments in the second half included David Green's 25-foot three-point jumper and Romad Dean's dunk, both of which highlighted Tulsa's ability to dominate the paint and perimeter.
As the game progressed, it became clear that Tulsa was in control, with their lead expanding significantly in the second half. The Roadrunners attempted to respond, but their efforts were insufficient to close the gap. The final score of 100-74 reflects not only Tulsa's offensive prowess but also their defensive capabilities in limiting UTSA's scoring opportunities.
Overall, this matchup served as a stark reminder of the disparity between the two programs this season, with Tulsa firmly establishing themselves as a formidable contender in the league.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | TLSA -21.5 | 159.5 o -115 / u -105 | UTSA Roadrunners +1800 · Tulsa Golden Hurricane -5000 |
Leaders
- PointsDavid Green27Tulsa Golden Hurricane
- AssistsTylen Riley6Tulsa Golden Hurricane
- ReboundsAde Popoola10Tulsa Golden Hurricane
- PointsJamir Simpson20UTSA Roadrunners
- AssistsJamir Simpson3UTSA Roadrunners
- ReboundsJamir Simpson5UTSA Roadrunners
Recent form
Tulsa Golden Hurricane
Last 10: 7-3Streak W181.5 scored · 75.2 allowed per game4-1 at home
- 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
- W83-66vs Memphis TigersJan 22
- W99-77at UAB BlazersJan 18
UTSA Roadrunners
Last 10: 1-9Streak L169.9 scored · 83.5 allowed per game1-4 away
- L52-60vs Florida Atlantic OwlsFeb 19
- W88-79at Charlotte 49ersFeb 15
- L72-88at East Carolina PiratesFeb 12
- L58-81vs North Texas Mean GreenFeb 7
- L88-109at South Florida BullsFeb 5
- L73-83vs UAB BlazersJan 29
- L64-70vs Temple OwlsJan 24
- L62-81at North Texas Mean GreenJan 22
- L69-95at Memphis TigersJan 18
- L73-89vs Rice OwlsJan 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 |
Box score
| Stat | UTSA Roadrunners | Tulsa Golden Hurricane |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 27-61 | 34-63 |
| Field goal % | 44 | 54 |
| Three-pointers | 11-26 | 12-29 |
| Three-point % | 42 | 41 |
| Free throws | 9-11 | 20-25 |
| Free throw % | 82 | 80 |
| Rebounds | 25 | 40 |
| Offensive rebounds | 5 | 11 |
| Defensive rebounds | 20 | 29 |
| Assists | 13 | 23 |
| Steals | 4 | 9 |
| Blocks | 2 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 11 | 7 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 9 | 19 |
| Fast-break points | 10 | 31 |
| Points in the paint | 28 | 44 |
| Fouls | 18 | 11 |
| Largest lead | 5 | 29 |
| Lead changes | 5 | 5 |
| Time in front | 8 | 88 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half47-56David Green makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half47-57David Green makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half50-57Dorian Hayes makes 26-foot three point jumper (Jamir Simpson assists)
- 2nd Half50-59David Green makes layup (Ade Popoola assists)
- 2nd Half50-60David Green makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half50-63Ade Popoola makes 26-foot three point jumper (Romad Dean assists)
- 2nd Half52-63Dorian Hayes makes layup
- 2nd Half53-63Dorian Hayes makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half53-65Miles Barnstable makes layup
- 2nd Half54-65Kaidon Rayfield makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half56-65Daniel Akitoby makes driving layup
- 2nd Half56-67Romad Dean makes 4-foot alley oop dunk (Jaylen Lawal assists)
- 2nd Half56-68Romad Dean makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half58-68Daniel Akitoby makes 3-foot dunk (Kaidon Rayfield assists)
- 2nd Half58-70Ian Smikle makes 3-foot dunk (Miles Barnstable assists)
- 2nd Half60-70Dorian Hayes makes driving layup
- 2nd Half60-71Tylen Riley makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half60-72Tylen Riley makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half60-73David Green makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half60-74David Green makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half63-74Dorian Hayes makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jamir Simpson assists)
- 2nd Half63-75Jaylen Lawal makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half63-76Jaylen Lawal makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half63-78Tylen Riley makes 10-foot floating jump shot (David Green assists)
- 2nd Half65-78Baboucarr Njie makes layup
- 2nd Half65-80Tyler Behrend makes layup (Miles Barnstable assists)
- 2nd Half65-82David Green makes driving layup
- 2nd Half65-85Ade Popoola makes 24-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half67-85Jamir Simpson makes 11-foot jumper
- 2nd Half67-87Tylen Riley makes driving layup
- 2nd Half67-89Miles Barnstable makes layup (Tylen Riley assists)
- 2nd Half67-91Tylen Riley makes layup
- 2nd Half67-92Tylen Riley makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half67-95David Green makes 25-foot three point jumper (Romad Dean assists)
- 2nd Half69-95Dorian Hayes makes driving layup
- 2nd Half69-97Romad Dean makes 3-foot dunk (Jaylen Lawal assists)
- 2nd Half70-97Jamir Simpson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half71-97Jamir Simpson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half71-100Leon Sifferlin makes 25-foot three point jumper (Ian Smikle assists)
- 2nd Half74-100Jamir Simpson makes 27-foot three point jumper
Win probability
Above the line favours Tulsa Golden Hurricane, below favours UTSA Roadrunners.
Venue
- Reynolds CenterTulsa, OK
- Attendance3618
- OfficialsLee Cassell, Keith Kimble, Courtney Green
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