Tulsa Golden Hurricane vs New Mexico Lobos predictions, Apr 02, 2026

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As the Tulsa Golden Hurricane prepare to host the New Mexico Lobos in the NIT on April 2, 2026, both teams carry formidable momentum into this matchup. Tulsa has demonstrated resilience and form, securing victories in four of their last five matches. Their home court advantage will be a key factor, providing a familiar environment that could bolster their performance.

Meanwhile, New Mexico also arrives in strong shape, having matched Tulsa’s recent success with four wins in their past five outings. The Lobos’ offensive capabilities and tactical versatility have been instrumental in their success, allowing them to adapt effectively against various opponents.

From a betting perspective, the odds currently favor New Mexico at 1.54, reflecting their slight edge in recent performances and overall expectation. The model prediction indicates a 46.4% probability of a home win for Tulsa compared to 53.6% for an away victory, showcasing the competitive nature of this contest. A predicted final score of 78:82 suggests a closely contested game, with potential for both teams to shine.

In conclusion, while New Mexico appears favored, Tulsa’s recent home form could tip the scales. As always in sports, uncertainty prevails, making this matchup one to watch closely.

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Tulsa 39.3%

New Mexico 60.7%

Prediction (the most likely score): 78:82

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	2.33		1.55
	2.36		1.55
	2.31		1.51

Latest Results

24.03.26 Tulsa Golden Hurricane basketball – Wichita State Shockers basketball – 83:79 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

24.03.26 New Mexico Lobos basketball – Saint Josephs Hawks basketball – 84:69 22.03.26 New Mexico Lobos basketball – George Washington Colonials basketball – 86:61 18.03.26 New Mexico Lobos basketball – Sam Houston State Bearkats basketball – 107:83 13.03.26 San Diego State Aztecs basketball – New Mexico Lobos basketball – 64:62 12.03.26 New Mexico Lobos basketball – San Jose State Spartans basketball – 93:77

Facts

Currently, both teams are in excellent shape.

Recently, the opponents have had a series of home games.

New Mexico could have a small edge in this match.

In recent times, the teams did not meet on the field.

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	75 : 69
2	Illinois State	Dayton	61 : 55
3	New Mexico	Saint Josephs Hawks	84 : 69
4	Tulsa	Wichita State	83 : 79

Semi-finals

1	Auburn	Illinois State
2	New Mexico	Tulsa

Final

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TBD #1

TBD #2

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