East Carolina Pirates vs
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Pirates Poised for Victory Against Green Wave in Critical AAC Showdown

The upcoming East Carolina at Tulane college basketball game on Wednesday night is set to be a critical AAC showdown. The Pirates are coming off three consecutive wins and are 1.5 games behind the Green Wave in the conference standings. Tulane, with a 14-11 record, holds an 11-3 home record. The opening tip-off for this matchup is scheduled for 7:00 pm EST. Despite Tulane being the betting favorite with a -2.5 spread, the line has remained unchanged. Stay tuned for more analysis on this ECU/Tulane prediction.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Pirates +120 | Green Wave -144
• Spread: Pirates +2.5 (-110) | Green Wave -2.5 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 141 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Tulane will win straight-up is 59%.

East Carolina vs Tulane Stats

East Carolina Pirates

The East Carolina Panthers are currently in 6th place in the AAC standings, just behind the Green Wave. They have a record of 15-11 overall and 7-6 in conference play. Offensively, the Pirates struggle with shooting proficiency, ranking low in field goal and 3-point shooting. However, they excel defensively, ranking high in scoring defense, field goal defense, and 3-point defense. Key players are out with injuries, including G Bencao Vungo, C Callum Richard, and G Julien Soumaoro. With a power ranking of 105, the Pirates have a solid rebounding game but struggle with turnovers. Their defensive efficiency is ranked 172nd in the country.

Tulane Green Wave Analysis

The Tulane Green Wave, coming off a recent win, now hold a 14-11 overall record with an 8-4 record in the AAC. The team currently ranks sixth in points per game in the conference, eighth in field goal shooting and three-point shooting, and fifth in three-point field goals made per game. They are also ranked 173rd in the country in offensive efficiency. Defensively, the Green Wave stand out as second in points allowed per game in the AAC, first in field goal defense and three-point defense, and 156th in the country in defensive efficiency. Despite being fourth in scoring margin, eighth in turnover margin, and tenth in rebounding in the conference, the team has no reported injuries. Their recent performance ranks them at 195th in offense and 70th in defense, with notable statistics in field goal shooting, free throws, three-point shooting, rebounds, assists, and turnovers. On defense, they are strong in field goal defense, three-point defense, and defensive rebounds. Their upcoming matchup against East Carolina presents an opportunity for another win.

Pirates Poised for Victory Against Green Wave in Upcoming AAC Matchup

The Pirates have emerged victorious in seven out of the last ten meetings with the opposing team as they prepare for their upcoming matchup. Both teams hold a 6-4 record in their recent ten games. While the offensive capabilities of both teams appear to be evenly matched, the Green Wave possess a notable advantage in terms of defense. Despite this, the Pirates outshine in the realm of rebounding, indicating their potential to secure additional scoring opportunities during Wednesday night's game. Notably, the Green Wave have not met the line in their past five games, while East Carolina has shown a commendable 2-0-1 record ATS in their recent three games. The Pirates have demonstrated a strong offensive performance, exceeding a score of 75 points in their last three games, including two games where they surpassed 80 points. With a victory, they are likely to narrow the gap in the AAC standings. Therefore, it is recommended to consider supporting East Carolina in this matchup.

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