Tulane Basketball Falls to Charlotte in Heartbreaking Loss
Charlotte, N.C. – Tulane men’s basketball faced another tough night, losing to Charlotte 73-70. This game marked their fourth consecutive loss, worsening their record to 12-8 overall and 3-4 in conference play. The match was moved up two days due to expected bad weather.
Despite the defeat, Rowan Brumbaugh shone on the court, scoring a career-high 35 points. He shot impressively, making 11 of 15 field goals and 12 of 13 free throws. This performance adds to his streak of 13 games in double figures and marks his second game scoring over 30 points this season. He also grabbed five rebounds, showcasing his strong presence on both ends.
Asher Woods contributed with 10 points, while Luke Rasmussen lit things up off the bench, scoring eight points in just seven minutes.
The game started with a back-and-forth pace. Tulane briefly led, reaching its largest advantage of 9-5 around the 13:03 mark. However, Charlotte soon took control, pulling ahead as the half ended with Tulane trailing by just one point (22-23).
In the second half, Charlotte began to extend its lead, pushing Tulane to face its first double-digit deficit at 31-41. The Wave struggled and fell behind by as many as 15 points, 52-67, with just under three minutes to go.
But the Green Wave regrouped and made a final push, closing the gap to within 10 in the last minute. They rallied with a 7-0 run, but ultimately ran out of time.
Looking ahead, Tulane will return home to face South Florida on January 28 at 8 p.m. CT.
Recent Trends in College Basketball
This season, college basketball has seen drastic performances, with underdogs surprising top teams. A recent study from the NCAA indicates that upsets have increased by over 20% compared to previous years. Experts suggest that the rise of young talents, like Brumbaugh, could change the dynamics of teams historically seen as weaker.
Social media reactions to the game’s outcome highlighted fans’ frustrations but also celebrated Brumbaugh’s standout performance. Many took to Twitter, sharing highlights and expressing hope for the upcoming games.
As Tulane looks to rebound, they’ll need to build on the bright spots from this game. With stronger teamwork and determination, they can aspire to turn their season around.
