- Matchup: Wichita State Shockers vs Tulsa Golden Hurricane
- Date: Tuesday, March 24, 2026
- Venue: Reynolds Center, Tulsa, OK
- Broadcast: ESPN2
- Betting Odds/Point Spread: Wichita State (+4)
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The Reynolds Center will host a thrilling NIT Quarterfinal matchup on Tuesday as the Tulsa Golden Hurricane (27-7) aim to defeat the Wichita State Shockers (23-11). Tulsa enters the contest as 4-point favorites, with the over/under set at 151.
In their previous outing, the Wichita State Shockers claimed a decisive 96-70 victory against Oklahoma State. The Shockers posted an impressive 49.3% field goal percentage (36 of 73) and converted 14 of 26 attempts from beyond the arc. At the free throw line, they managed 10 of their 16 shots, resulting in a shooting percentage of 62.5%. On the boards, they generated a total of 42 rebounds, including 11 offensive boards, and assisted on 12 baskets while forcing 11 turnovers and securing 7 steals. Defensively, Wichita State limited Oklahoma State to a 41.5% shooting percentage (27 of 65). Oklahoma State recorded 9 assists and 4 steals while collecting 34 rebounds (10 offensive, 24 defensive) without any blocked shots. The Cowboys converted 55.6% at the charity stripe, making 10 of 18 attempts, and were 6 of 20 from three-point range. Both teams committed 13 personal fouls.
Kenyon Giles was a standout performer in this matchup, scoring 28 points on 10 of 24 shooting. He played 38 minutes, grabbed 2 rebounds, shot 41.7% from the field, and tallied 1 assist.
With a season record of 23-11, Wichita State averages 10.5 turnovers and 17.3 personal fouls per game. The team collectively secures 41.4 rebounds per game and has recorded 394 assists this season, ranking 295th in Division 1 for assists per game. The Shockers shoot 33.9% from three-point range (245 of 722) and 68.6% at the free throw line. They average 77.5 points per game, placing them 136th in Division 1, while converting 44.2% of their field goal attempts.
On defense, the Shockers force 10.9 turnovers per game and yield 17.8 fouls. They hold opponents to 31.4% shooting from three-point range and rank 79th in Division 1 for points allowed per game at 70.4. Wichita State has surrendered a 42.0% opponent field goal percentage (848 of 2,020) and allows 34.1 rebounds per game. The team ranks 42nd in the nation for assists allowed, conceding a total of 378 assists this season.
In their last game, the Tulsa Golden Hurricane secured a victory with a final score of 77-66 against UNLV. Tulsa captured 29 defensive boards and 16 offensive boards, totaling 45 rebounds for the game. They committed 14 turnovers and recorded 4 steals. UNLV committed 18 fouls, which allowed Tulsa to shoot 22 free throws, converting 13 for a percentage of 59.1%. From three-point range, Tulsa made 10 out of 28 attempts (35.7%) and finished the game with a shooting percentage of 46.6% (27 out of 58). Defensively, the Golden Hurricane allowed UNLV to shoot 45.8% (27 of 59), with the Rebels making 23.1% from beyond the arc (6 of 26) and hitting 6 out of 13 from the free throw line (46.2%). Tulsa also allowed UNLV to collect a total of 20 rebounds (4 offensive).
Ade Popoola played a critical role for the Golden Hurricane in the previous game. He scored 16 points, hitting 4 out of 9 attempts for a 44.4% shooting percentage, and recorded 3 rebounds, but did not register any assists in his 28 minutes of play.
Tulsa holds a record of 27-7 for the season. Offensively, the Golden Hurricane boasts a 47.3% shooting percentage, ranking 58th nationally. They have accumulated 2,913 points this season, averaging 85.7 per game, and secure 38.4 rebounds per game. With an average of 15.5 assists (ranking 88th in college), they turnover the ball 10.6 times per game. The Golden Hurricane average 16.0 personal fouls per contest and achieve a free throw shooting percentage of 78.1%.
The Tulsa defense limits opponents to 32.8% shooting from three-point range (276 of 842) and allows 71.8% from the free throw line. They give up an average of 12.7 assists and 32.7 rebounds per game, ranking 119th and 74th respectively in Division 1. Tulsa ranks 162nd in points allowed per game with an average of 73.3. They force 10.8 turnovers per game and permit teams to shoot 42.6% from the field, placing them 82nd in the nation.
Which team will prevail in tonight’s NCAA matchup against the spread?
Prediction: Take Wichita State (+4)
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