Southern Methodist vs Tulane Final: 66-61 - Recap

Southern Methodist vs Tulane Final: 66-61 - Recap

Southern Methodist got a 24-point performance from Papa Dia, who added 11 rebounds as Southern Methodist ran past Tulane 66-61 on Wednesday at Moody Coliseum.

The match was decisive in favor of Southern Methodist, but bettors saw the game push as the margin of victory was the same as the closing point spread.

Southern Methodist got 13 points from Robert Nyakundi and another 12 points from Jeremiah Samarrippas. Collin Mangrum contributed 3 assists, while Papa Dia cleaned the glass with 11 rebounds.

Tulane got a 16-point performance from Jordan Callahan, who was supported by 16 points from Johnny Mayhane. Kendall Timmons had 5 assists in a losing cause for Tulane, while Kendall Timmons grabbed 8 rebounds.

Southern Methodist hit the break leading 31-30 before taking care of business in the second half.

Southern Methodist won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 24-22.