The 15th-ranked Memphis Tigers (11-2) aim to show dominance on the road against the Tulsa Golden Hurricane (9-3) on Thursday, January 4 at 8:00 PM ET in this college basketball betting opportunity. ZenSports Tennessee sportsbook has the Tigers heavily favored with a moneyline at -429.
When: January 4, 2023 at 8:00 PM ET
Where: Donald W. Reynolds Center in Tulsa, Oklahoma
Watch: ESPN+
Memphis Tigers Preview
The Tigers are looking to extend their current six-game winning streak, which includes wins against a handful of ranked opponents. In their previous success, they defeated the Austin Peay Governors 81-70, with the Tigers pulling away more in the second half.
David Jones has been exciting to see, as he is averaging 21.2 points and 6.4 rebounds per contest. On top of that, he is making 45.3 percent of his shot attempts and 81.0 percent of his free throws. In late game situations, he could be key to them closing out games.
The Tigers are averaging 79.3 points per game and rank 79th in the nation for points scored. Their efficiency with the basketball ranks 147th, with a rating of 108.5. They need to improve their ball movement as well, as 12.6 assists will be tough to find offense.
Defensively, they are allowing teams to average 72.5 points a game. This ranks 217th in the nation and it could make an impact if their offense is not on par to their usual standards. Their efficiency on defense ranks 148th, with a rating of 99.3.
Tulsa Golden Hurricane Preview
The Golden Hurricane have been successfully able to maintain a four-game win streak, which will be put to the test in this matchup. They recently blew out the Southwestern Oklahoma State Bulldogs 95-54, who are a Division-II team.
Now that they are back against serious college basketball contenders, PJ Haggerty will need a huge game. He is currently averaging 17.2 points, about 45.0 percent shooting, and nearly 82.0 percent from the charity stripe.
Their offense averages 77.2 points per game and ranks 132nd in the nation. Their efficiency with the basketball ranks worse at 210th, with a rating of 105.3. They also hover in assists with 12.4 a game, which must improve here if they want to find better scoring opportunities over the Tigers.
On the defensive end, the Golden Hurricane allow 66.1 points per game and rank 76th. Their efficiency in getting defensive stops ranks 18th, with a rating of 90.2. If they can slow down the pace and not run with the Tigers, they have an appealing opportunity.
Betting Odds
ZenSports Tennessee sportsbook has appealing college basketball betting opportunities. Currently, the Memphis Tigers sport a heavy moneyline. Market analysis indicates they have a 78.2 percent chance of success.
Tulsa Golden Hurricane: +320
Spread: +8.5 (-108)
Memphis Tigers: -429
Spread: -8.5 (-118)
Totals: Over 153.5 (-116), Under 153.5 (-110)
