The Tulane men’s basketball team is gearing up for its next challenge as it participates in the Shriners Children’s Charleston Classic. This tournament marks Tulane’s second appearance in its history, with their last showing in 2009 where they ended with a 1-2 record.
Tulane Men’s Basketball Tournament Details
Competing in the Lowcountry Bracket, Tulane will face off against Utah State, a team making its first appearance in the Charleston Classic. Other teams in this bracket include Boston College and Davidson, the latter of which will tie the tournament record for most appearances at five.
Matchup Overview
- Event: Shriners Children’s Charleston Classic
- Date: November 20, 2023
- Time: 12 p.m. CT
- Opponent: Utah State
- Location: TD Arena, Charleston
- Broadcast: ESPN2 and Tulane Sports Network (106.7 The Ticket)
This game will be significant as it marks the first meeting between Tulane and Utah State in 51 years. Historically, the Green Wave trails the series 1-2, with their sole victory against the Aggies dating back to January 6, 1973, where Tulane won 91-80. They’ve never met on neutral ground, with Tulane holding a 1-1 record in New Orleans and 0-1 in Logan, Utah.
Recent Performance
Tulane is looking to recover after suffering its first loss of the season against New Orleans, concluding that match with a score of 63-85. Their shooting performance from beyond the arc was particularly poor, with only 11.1 percent accuracy, which is the lowest since November 9, 2023.
Key Players
- Rowan Brumbaugh: Led Tulane in scoring against New Orleans with 18 points.
- Curtis Williams Jr.: Added 10 points to the score.
Utah State’s Season So Far
Entering the tournament undefeated, Utah State holds a 4-0 record. Their neutral site performance includes a victory over VCU with a score of 80-77. The Aggies rank 12th nationally in steals per game and have five players averaging double figures in scoring.
- MJ Collins Jr.: Leading scorer with 16.3 points per game.
- Garry Clark: Averaging a double-double with 14.0 points and 10.8 rebounds per game.
Following the game against Utah State, Tulane is scheduled to face either Boston College or Davidson on November 23, based on the outcome of their initial matchup.
