Wichita State's strong performance on the road led to a 75-61 victory over Tulane at Devlin Fieldhouse. The Shockers, led by Dillon Battie's impressive 19 points and 9 rebounds, controlled the game from start to finish. As predicted by CHD Scout, Wichita State emerged victorious, exceeding the predicted margin of 9.2 points with a 14-point win.
Dillon Battie's 9 Rebounds Mark His 10th Game with 8+ Rebounds This Season
The first half saw Wichita State take an early lead, with the Shockers scoring 31 points to Tulane's 26. Rowan Brumbaugh kept the Green Wave in the game, scoring 10 of his 17 points in the first half. However, Wichita State's balanced attack and strong rebounding allowed them to maintain their advantage. Karon Boyd chipped in with 10 points and 6 rebounds in the first half, setting the tone for the Shockers' dominant performance.
In the second half, Wichita State continued to pull away, outscoring Tulane 44-35. The Shockers' offense was led by Battie, who added 9 points and 4 rebounds in the second half. Kenyon Giles also contributed, scoring 5 of his 7 points in the final 20 minutes. Tulane's Tyler Ringgold tried to keep his team in the game, scoring 7 of his 13 points in the second half, but it wasn't enough to overcome the Shockers' strong team effort.
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The win was a reflection of Wichita State's depth and talent, as they improved their record to 15-9. The Shockers' performance was consistent with their net ranking of 88, as they took care of business against a Tulane team ranked 202. The Green Wave, now 13-10, struggled to contain Wichita State's offense, which shot over 45% from the field.
CHD Scout's prediction of a Wichita State win by 9.2 points proved accurate, as the Shockers' strong performance led to a convincing 14-point victory. The win was a Quadrant 3 victory for Wichita State, which will help bolster their tournament resume. For Tulane, the loss was also a Quadrant 3 game, which won't significantly harm their chances but won't provide much of a boost either.
The victory has real consequences for Wichita State's tournament chances, as they continue to build a strong resume. With a solid net ranking and a growing list of Quadrant 3 wins, the Shockers are positioning themselves for a potential at-large bid. Meanwhile, Tulane must regroup and focus on their upcoming games to improve their own tournament prospects.