Tulane men's basketball was eliminated from the AAC Championship by North Texas, with North Texas winning 81-71 despite a strong performance by Tulane's junior Sion James.

The Big Picture

The game showcased a competitive matchup in the AAC Championship, highlighting the efforts of both teams to advance in the tournament.

By the Numbers
  • James led all scorers with 28 points and 10 rebounds.
  • North Texas scored 17 points off 14 Tulane turnovers.
State of Play
  • Tulane led early but fell behind in the first half, making a comeback attempt in the second half.
  • Despite narrowing the gap, Tulane could not overtake North Texas, ending their championship run.
Bottom Line

Despite a strong effort from James, Tulane's basketball team fell short against North Texas in the AAC Championship, highlighting the team's resilience and fighting spirit in the tournament.