Conference USA Tournament - Rice vs Tulsa Recap - Tulsa Wins 81-72
Conference USA Tournament - Rice vs Tulsa Recap - Tulsa Wins 81-72
Tulsa grabbed an 81-72 win over Rice on Thursday, behind a 21-point effort from Jordan Clarkson at Haskins Center.
Bettors who backed Tulsa were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of 4.5 at sportsbooks.
Tulsa got 15 points from Justin Hurtt and another 12 points from Steven Idlet. Justin Hurtt contributed 3 assists, while Steven Idlet cleaned the glass with 8 rebounds.
Rice got 15 points from Tamir Jackson in a losing cause and another 12 points from Arsalan Kazemi. Lucas Kuipers contributed 4 assists for them, while Lucas Kuipers had 8 rebounds.
Tulsa led at halftime, 40-33.
The rebound battle favored Tulsa as they grabbed 38 boards, while Rice only had 30.
