Rice's Nick Anderson scored a season-high 29 points, but the Owls fell to Tulane, 81-75, in a competitive game. The match saw Tulane initially take the lead, followed by Rice briefly gaining a 30-23 advantage before the Green Wave closed out the half strong. Despite Rice’s efforts to rally, including an 11-2 run, Tulane maintained its lead and clinched the victory through key free throws in the final moments.

By the Numbers
  • Rice shot 42.9% from the field, while Tulane shot 47.9%.
  • Tulane out-rebounded Rice 34 to 27.
  • Rice made 11 three-pointers, marking the 12th game this season with 10 or more.
State of Play
  • Rice's overall record is now 11-16, with a 5-9 mark in the American Conference.
  • This loss marks Rice's 31st defeat against Tulane in their all-time series.
  • Rice has not fared well in New Orleans, with an 8-22 all-time record there.
What's Next

Rice will host South Florida on Wednesday, February 25, with the match set to tip off at 7 p.m. CT, aiming to bounce back from this defeat.

Bottom Line

Despite a standout performance from Anderson, Rice's inability to capitalize in critical moments ultimately cost them the game, highlighting ongoing challenges in consistency as they look to improve in their next matchup.