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Tulane Falls 74-67 to Memphis - Recap

Tulane was victimized for 22 points and 22 rebounds by Precious Achiuwa as Memphis defeated them 74-67 in NCAA action on Saturday.

Memphis was a -4.0-point favorite in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters.

Tyler Harris had 12 points for Memphis and Boogie Ellis chipped in with 11 points. Alex Lomax had 7 assists for them, while Precious Achiuwa was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 22 boards.

Tulane got a 30-point performance from Christion Thompson, who was supported by 22 points from Teshaun Hightower. Christion Thompson had 3 assists in a losing cause for Tulane, while K.J. Lawson grabbed 9 rebounds.

First-half bettors who backed Memphis were victorious, as the score was 30-28 at the break.

The rebound battle favored Memphis as they grabbed 52 boards, while Tulane only had 33

Next game, Memphis takes its act home to face Wichita State looking for another win. For Tulane, they head home to face Connecticut.