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As the Tulsa Golden Hurricane prepare to host the Wichita State Shockers in the NIT showdown on March 24, 2026, both teams come into the match with strong momentum. Tulsa has secured victories in 4 of their last 5 outings, showcasing a robust defense paired with an efficient offensive strategy. Their recent form signals an improvement in ball movement and shot selection, which have been key to their success on home turf.
Conversely, Wichita State also boasts a commendable record, winning 4 of their last 5 contests. The Shockers have demonstrated a disciplined approach, utilizing their athleticism to exploit opponents’ weaknesses. Their perimeter shooting and ability to transition quickly from defense to offense will be crucial, particularly against Tulsa’s organized defensive setup.
According to bookmakers, Tulsa is favored to win with odds of 1.51, while Wichita State’s odds stand at 2.44. Our model indicates a 58.6% chance of a home victory, although the likelihood of an away win sits at 41.4%. The predicted final score of 78:74 suggests a tightly contested encounter. Both teams are capable, making this match a key highlight in the tournament, though outcomes remain uncertain.
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| Tulsa 61.8% |
Wichita State 38.2% |
Prediction (the most likely score): 78:74
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Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.47 | 2.45 | |||
| 1.55 | 2.36 | |||
| 1.5 | 2.5 |
Latest Results
| 22.03.26 Tulsa Golden Hurricane basketball – UNLV Rebels basketball – 77:66 17.03.26 Tulsa Golden Hurricane basketball – Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks basketball – 89:84 OT 14.03.26 Wichita State Shockers basketball – Tulsa Golden Hurricane basketball – 81:68 13.03.26 Tulsa Golden Hurricane basketball – North Texas Mean Green basketball – 90:84 OT 08.03.26 Tulsa Golden Hurricane basketball – Temple Owls basketball – 78:76 |
22.03.26 Oklahoma State Cowboys basketball – Wichita State Shockers basketball – 70:96 17.03.26 Wichita State Shockers basketball – Wyoming Cowboys basketball – 74:70 15.03.26 South Florida Bulls basketball – Wichita State Shockers basketball – 70:55 14.03.26 Wichita State Shockers basketball – Tulsa Golden Hurricane basketball – 81:68 07.03.26 Wichita State Shockers basketball – Florida Atlantic Owls basketball – 88:70 |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 14.03.26 Wichita State Shockers basketball – Tulsa Golden Hurricane basketball – 81:68 14.02.26 Wichita State Shockers basketball – Tulsa Golden Hurricane basketball – 81:77 01.02.26 Tulsa Golden Hurricane basketball – Wichita State Shockers basketball – 93:83 09.03.25 Wichita State Shockers basketball – Tulsa Golden Hurricane basketball – 63:73 26.01.25 Tulsa Golden Hurricane basketball – Wichita State Shockers basketball – 84:77 |
Standings
Draw
2026
1/16-finals
| 1 | Auburn | South Alabama | 78 : 67 |
| 2 | Seattle | St. Thomas (Minn.) | 67 : 52 |
| 3 | George Mason | Liberty | 71 : 77 |
| 4 | Nevada | Murray State | 89 : 75 |
| 5 | Wake Forest | Navy | 82 : 72 |
| 6 | Illinois State | Kent State | 79 : 58 |
| 7 | Yale | NC Wilmington | 67 : 78 |
| 8 | Dayton | Bradley | 80 : 66 |
| 9 | New Mexico | Sam Houston St. | 107 : 83 |
| 10 | Utah Valley State | George Washington | 78 : 79 |
| 11 | Colorado State | Saint Josephs Hawks | 64 : 69 |
| 12 | California | Illinois (Chi.) | 91 : 73 |
| 13 | Tulsa | Stephen F. Austin | 89 : 84 |
| 14 | UC Irvine | UNLV | 72 : 75 |
| 15 | Wichita State | Wyoming | 74 : 70 |
| 16 | Oklahoma State | Davidson | 84 : 80 |
1/8-finals
| 1 | Auburn | Seattle | 91 : 85 |
| 2 | Liberty | Nevada | 63 : 73 |
| 3 | Wake Forest | Illinois State | 75 : 78 |
| 4 | NC Wilmington | Dayton | 61 : 80 |
| 5 | New Mexico | George Washington | 86 : 61 |
| 6 | Saint Josephs Hawks | California | 76 : 75 |
| 7 | Tulsa | UNLV | 77 : 66 |
| 8 | Wichita State | Oklahoma State | 96 : 70 |
Quarter-finals
| 1 | Auburn | Nevada | |
| 2 | Illinois State | Dayton | |
| 3 | New Mexico | Saint Josephs Hawks | |
| 4 | Tulsa | Wichita State |
Semi-finals
| 1 | TBD #1 | TBD #2 | |
| 2 | TBD #3 | TBD #4 |
Final
| 1 | TBD #1 | TBD #2 |
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