- Matchup: Tulane Green Wave vs Memphis Tigers
- Date: Wednesday, March 11, 2026
- Venue: Legacy Arena at BJCC, Birmingham, AL
- Broadcast: ESPNEWS
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The American Conference Tournament features a thrilling matchup as the Memphis Tigers (13-18) face off against the Tulane Green Wave (17-14) at the Legacy Arena at BJCC this Wednesday.
In their last encounter, the Tulane Green Wave narrowly lost to the Memphis Tigers, finishing 96-95. Tulane achieved a shooting percentage of 49.3% (36 out of 73) and made 9 of 26 three-point attempts. From the free-throw line, they converted 14 out of 18 shots, giving them a success rate of 77.8%. On the boards, Tulane secured 24 rebounds, including 5 offensive. The team also tallied 14 assists while forcing Memphis into 13 turnovers and garnering 12 steals. Defensively, Tulane allowed their opponents a shooting percentage of 51.6%, with Memphis hitting 32 of 62 attempts. The Tigers dished out 15 assists and recorded 6 steals, while claiming 33 rebounds (9 offensive, 24 defensive) but did not register any blocks. At the charity stripe, Memphis shot 69.4%, making 25 of 36 attempts, and hit 7 of 19 from beyond the arc. Tulane accumulated 25 personal fouls compared to Memphis’s 18.
Rowan Brumbaugh was a standout performer in this matchup, shooting 54.5% from the field, contributing 2 assists, and playing for a striking 43 minutes. He pulled down 5 rebounds and finished the game with an impressive 31 points, converting 12 of 22 shots.
This season, Tulane holds a record of 17-14. They average 72.5 points per game (ranked 266th in Division 1) and shoot 42.9% from the field. The Green Wave are hitting 32.1% from three-point range (240 of 747) and boast a free-throw percentage of 75.8%. In terms of rebounding, Tulane averages 31.0 boards per game and has notched 404 assists, ranking 259th nationally. They turn the ball over 10.9 times each game and commit 17.6 fouls on average.
Defensively, Tulane forces 11.9 turnovers per game and averages 18.5 personal fouls. They rank 254th in Division 1 in assists allowed, conceding 450 during the season. The Green Wave allow a field goal percentage of 44.2% (809 of 1,829) and give up 38.8 rebounds per game. Opponents shoot 34.5% from three-point range, placing Tulane at 234th in Division 1 for points allowed per game (75.8).
In their previous game against Tulane, Memphis triumphed 96-95. Memphis allowed Tulane a total of 24 rebounds (5 offensive). The Tigers shot 34.6% from beyond the arc, sinking 9 of 26 attempts, and finished 14 of 18 at the free-throw line (77.8%). Tulane managed 36 of 73 shots for a shooting percentage of 49.3%. When the dust settled, Memphis shot 51.6% by successfully converting 32 of 62 attempts from the floor and scored on 36.8% of their three-pointers (7 out of 19). They were awarded 36 free throws due to Tulane’s 25 fouls, and they recorded 13 turnovers while achieving 6 steals. Memphis gathered 24 defensive rebounds and 9 offensive boards, totaling 33 for the game.
Quante Berry emerged as a key player for Memphis, contributing 22 points in 38 minutes of play along with 3 assists. He managed a 50.0% field goal percentage by hitting 6 of 12 attempts and added 3 rebounds to his tally.
Season-to-date, Memphis holds a record of 13-18. Offensively, the Tigers connect on 43.6% from the field, ranking 281st among college teams. They have accumulated 2,338 points this season (averaging 75.4 per contest) and grab 36.6 rebounds per game. Their assist average stands at 13.5 per game (210th in the country), with turnovers at 13.6 per game. Memphis commits an average of 20.3 personal fouls and shoots 72.3% from the free-throw line.
The Memphis defense allows opponents to shoot at 30.1% from three-point range (238 of 791) and gives up 72.9% at the charity stripe. They allow an average of 13.8 assists and 37.1 rebounds per game, ranking 214th and 326th, respectively, in college basketball. Defensively, the Tigers rank 253rd in Division 1 for points allowed per game (76.5), forcing opponents into 13.5 turnovers on average while allowing a 42.4% shooting percentage from the floor (79th in college hoops).
Who will emerge victorious in tonight’s NCAA game against the spread?
Prediction: Take Tulane
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