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East Carolina Defeats Tulane 81-67 - Recap
East Carolina earned a 81-67 victory over Tulane on Sunday, getting 21 points from RJ Felton at Williams Arena at Minges Coliseum.
Bettors who backed East Carolina were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -2.5 at sportsbooks.
East Carolina got 20 points from Brandon Johnson and another 14 points from Cam Hayes. Jaden Walker contributed 8 assists, while Brandon Johnson cleaned the glass with 9 rebounds.
Tulane got 21 points from Jaylen Forbes in a losing cause and another 12 points from Sion James. Kevin Cross contributed 6 assists for them, while Tre' Williams had 7 rebounds.
East Carolina led at halftime, $HalfScore.
East Carolina had a 28-22 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
East Carolina heads into a battle against Rice. Tulane, meanwhile, will have their next action against UAB.