Tulane Green Wave vs East Carolina Pirates Betting Picks & Predictions
On Sunday, the American Athletic Conference will feature a matchup between the Tulane Green Wave and the East Carolina Pirates at 2:00 p.m. EDT in Williams Arena at Minges
Game outlook
On Sunday, the American Athletic Conference will feature a matchup between the Tulane Green Wave and the East Carolina Pirates at 2:00 p.m. EDT in Williams Arena at Minges Coliseum. While the teams have not faced off this season, the Pirates won both meetings last year. East Carolina is favored to win with a current line of -2.5. Will the Green Wave be able to pull off an upset on the road, or will the Pirates defend their home court successfully?
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Green Wave +120 | Pirates -140
Spread: Green Wave +2.5 (-110) | Pirates -2.5 (-110)
Total: Over/Under 150.5 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that East Carolina will win straight-up is 58%.
Tulane Green Wave
Tulane Green Wave basketball has been struggling lately, with a 4-8 conference record and five losses in their last six games. Despite their offensive strength, averaging 84.5 points per game, their defense has allowed at least 80 points in their last four games and has a season average of 80.1 points against. They have a -6.7 rebounding margin, the worst in the AAC, which may offset their +2.8 turnover margin. With a power ranking of 304, they are ranked 9 in offense and #344 in defense. The team shoots well, hitting 48.34% of their field goals and 74.20% of their free throws, but struggles defensively, allowing opponents to shoot 42.69% from the field. Can Tulane find a balance and get back in the win column on the road this weekend?