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Memphis vs Tulsa Prediction 2/5/25 College Basketball Picks Today

Tulsa (9-13) vs. Memphis (18-4)
February 5, 2025 8:00 pm EDT
The Line: Memphis -18.5; Over/Under: 146.5
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In this article, we will formulate a Memphis vs Tulsa prediction for this College Basketball game on Wednesday, February 5th at the FedEx Forum in Memphis, Tennessee. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.

Memphis Tigers Betting Preview

The Memphis Tigers are 18-4 (8-1) this year after they defeated Rice by a score of 86-83 in their last game. Memphis led 44-39 at halftime, but they did allow 44 points in the second half in the win. The Tigers shot 55% from the field, 52.4% on three-pointers, and 60% on free throws in the game. PJ Haggerty led Memphis with 26 points and eight rebounds, while Tyrese Hunter added 19 points and five assists in the game. 



Prior to that win, the Tigers defeated Tulane by a score of 68-56 and UAB by a score of 100-77. Memphis has won five games in a row and they are currently first in the American standings with an 8-1 record. Memphis has scored 78.8 points per game and they have allowed 72.9 points per game, while also averaging 35.1 rebounds and 13.7 assists per game this season. PJ Haggerty is averaging 21.6 points, 5.7 rebounds, and 3.6 assists per game, while Tyrese Hunter is averaging 14.7 points, 3.7 rebounds, and 3.4 assists per game this year. Memphis is shooting 47.6% from the field, 71.6% on free throws, and 40.1% on three-pointers this year. 

Tulsa Golden Hurricane Betting Preview

The Tulsa Golden Hurricane are 9-13 (3-6) this season after they lost to Tulane by a score of 59-56 in their last game. Tulsa led 28-26 at halftime, but they only managed 28 points in the second half in the loss. The Golden Hurricane shot 37.9% from the field, 28% on three-pointers, and 62.5% on free throws in the game. Dwon Odom led Tulsa with 13 points and six rebounds, while Isaiah Barnes added 12 points and five rebounds in the loss. 

Prior to that game, the Golden Hurricane lost to UAB by a score of 78-68 but did beat Wichita State by a score of 84-77 before that. Tulsa has lost four of their last five games and they are currently near the bottom of the American standings with a 3-6 record. Tulsa has scored 73.2 points per game and they have allowed 73.3 points per game, while also averaging 38.0 rebounds and 14.0 assists per game this season. Dwon Odom is averaging 13.8 points, 5.3 rebounds, and 5.1 assists per game, while Keaston Willis is averaging 13.4 points, 3.2 rebounds, and 1.0 assists per game this year. Tulsa is shooting 42.7% from the field, 66% on free throws, and 32.5% on three-pointers this season. 

Why Memphis will beat Tulsa

  • Memphis has won each of its last nine games against the American Athletic Conference at FedExForum.
  • Tulsa has lost each of its last 12 Wednesday road games against the American Athletic Conference.
  • Tulsa has lost the first half in each of its last 12 Wednesday road games against the American Athletic Conference.

Memphis vs Tulsa Prediction 

Memphis comes into this matchup with an 8-1 record in conference play and they are ranked #17 in the country. The Tigers have won five games in a row and they are shooting 47.6% from the field. Memphis has a high-powered offense and they have scored 86 and 100 points in two of their last three games. Tulsa has lost four of their last five games and they are shooting just 42.7% from the field this year. The Golden Hurricane scored 56 points in their last game and they have scored exactly 56 points in two of their last five games. I know this is a big number to cover in a conference game, but I think this is either Memphis or pass. 

David Racey's Free Pick: Memphis -18.5

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David Racey

David started writing about sports in 2015, but sports has been his passion for as long as he can remember. David spends most of his free time watching pretty much anything sports related from Baseball to Tennis and everything in between. David likes to analyze statistics and recent results to form an unbiased opinion on whatever game he is breaking down. Follow David on Twitter at @itsyerboi41

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