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Tulane Defeats Southern Methodist 80-72 - Recap
Southern Methodist was scorched by Teshaun Hightower for 26 points as Tulane defeated them 80-72 in NCAA action on Wednesday.
Tulane won and also put money in the pockets of their supporters by covering the +6.5-point spread as underdogs.
Tulane got 19 points from Christion Thompson and another 14 points from K.J. Lawson. Jordan Walker contributed 6 assists, while Teshaun Hightower cleaned the glass with 9 rebounds.
Southern Methodist got a 18-point performance from Isiaha Mike, who was supported by 16 points from Tyson Jolly. Ethan Chargois had 2 assists in a losing cause for Southern Methodist, while Isiah Jasey grabbed 6 rebounds.
Tulane led at halftime, $HalfScore.
The rebound battle favored Tulane as they grabbed 29 boards, while Southern Methodist only had 26
Tulane heads into a battle against Central Florida. Southern Methodist, meanwhile, will have their next action against Tulsa.