Tulane University’s men’s basketball team is set for an exciting showdown against Akron on Saturday afternoon. The Green Wave aim for their fourth consecutive win, hosting the Zips at the Avron B. Fogelman Arena in the Devlin Fieldhouse. The game begins at 3 p.m. and will be broadcast on ESPN+.
Game Details and Broadcast
Fans can tune into live coverage through the Tulane Sports Network on 106.7 The Ticket, featuring commentary by Corey Gloor. The action will also be available for streaming on the Tulane Athletics App and The Varsity Network App.
Team Performance and Matchup History
This matchup marks just the second time Tulane and Akron have faced off in regular season play. The Green Wave previously fell to the Zips by a narrow margin of 61-62 during the Holiday Hoops Fest Tournament in Washington, D.C., on December 20, 2019.
- Tulane’s all-time record against Mid-American Conference teams stands at 6-8.
- At home, the Green Wave boasts a perfect 5-0 record against these opponents.
Recent Game Highlights
Tulane’s recent game was a thrilling match against Grambling. The Green Wave secured their third straight victory, winning 65-63. Rowan Brumbaugh’s free throws in the final seconds were crucial for the win.
The team’s defense was instrumental, forcing a season-high of 15 turnovers from Grambling. The scoring was led by:
- Curtis Williams Jr.: 17 points, 13 rebounds (first career double-double)
- Rowan Brumbaugh: 17 points
- Asher Woods: 13 points
Season Statistics
Tulane ranks in the top three in several categories in The American conference:
- Free throw percentage: 1st (.780)
- Field goal percentage: 3rd (.461)
- Blocked shots per game: 3rd (4.75)
Akron’s Recent Performance
Akron enters this contest with two consecutive wins, boasting a season record of 7-2. They recently defeated Bucknell 97-77 at home. This game will be just their second true road game of the season.
Earlier, the Zips took a loss to the highly ranked Purdue, with a score of 79-97.
Akron’s Offensive Strengths
As of December 5, Akron is notable for its impressive offensive performance, ranking among the top 10 nationally in several categories:
- Assists per game: 3rd (21.4)
- Assist-to-turnover ratio: 3rd (2.14)
- Scoring: 5th (96.2 points per game)
- Effective field goal percentage: 6th (61.6%)
- Three-pointers per game: 7th (11.9)
- Field goal percentage: 7th (52.7%)
Leading the Zips is preseason First Team All-MAC selection Tavari Johnson, averaging 18.6 points and 5.3 assists per game.
Upcoming Matches
After Saturday’s game against Akron, Tulane will face Tougaloo College on Wednesday, December 10. This matchup is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. and will also be featured on ESPN+.
Ticket Information
Tickets for the games can be purchased by calling 504-861-WAVE (9283), visiting TulaneTix.com, or at the James W. Wilson Jr. Center ticket office.
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