South Florida vs Tulane Prediction 1/28/2026 Today’s College Basketball Picks

The South Florida Bulls and the Tulane Green Wave will meet on Wednesday night in an AAC matchup at Avron B. Fogelman Arena in New Orleans, Louisiana.

South Florida Bulls Betting Preview

The South Florida Bulls enter Wednesday evening’s game with a 13–7 overall win-loss record, including a 5–2 mark in conference play and a 4-2 record on the road. The Bulls have compiled wins over Florida A&M, Coppin State, Kennesaw State, Western Kentucky, Charleston and the Utah State Aggies, while losing games to George Washington, VCU, Oklahoma State and the Colorado State Rams. In the South Florida Bulls 97-91 thrilling overtime victory over the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers earlier this season, South Florida guard Joseph Pinion amassed 16 points (4 of 11 shooting from three-point range), 4 rebounds, 3 assists, 1 steal and 1 block showcasing his ability to lead the South Florida backcourt.

The South Florida Bulls average 88.6 points (13th in country) on 43.5 percent shooting from the field and 33.6 percent shooting from three-point range per game. On the defensive side of the basketball, the Bulls are allowing opponents 80.4 points on 42.6 percent shooting from the field per contest.

Senior forward Izaiyah Nelson has been a solid performer for the South Florida Bulls, averaging 15.7 points, 10.1 rebounds, 1 assist, 1.6 steals and 1.6 blocks per game. Senior guard Josh Omojafo is averaging 13.5 points, 5.5 rebounds, 2.3 assists and 1 steal per contest. Senior guard Joseph Pinion provides South Florida additional backcourt depth averaging 14.6 points, 3.6 rebounds, 1.7 steals and 1.7 assists a game.

Tulane Green Wave Betting Preview

The Tulane Green Wave enter Wednesday’s contest with a 12–8 record, including a 3–4 mark in conference play and an 8-4 record at home. Tulane has amassed wins over FAU, North Texas, Fordham, and Loyola Marymount, while dropping games to Memphis, UAB, and Princeton. In the Tulane Green Wave’s 69–66 win over the Florida Atlantic Owls last month, Tulane guard Rowan Brumbaugh accumulated 20 points on 6 of 14 shooting from the field (including two made three‑point shots), 3 rebounds, 3 assists and 2 steals.

The Tulane Green Wave are averaging 72.6 points on 42.8 percent shooting from the field and 31.5 percent shooting from beyond the arc per game. Defensively, the Green Wave are allowing opponents 73.6 points per contest.

Sophomore guard Rowan Brumbaugh leads the Tulane Green Wave, averaging 19.5 points, 4.9 rebounds, 3.3 assists and 2 steals per game. Junior guard Asher Woods averages 12.2 points, 3.1 rebounds, 1.9 assists and 1.4 steals per contest, Sophomore forward Tyler Ringgold averages 8.9 points, 4.7 assists, 1.1 blocks and 1 steal per game anchoring the Tulane Green Wave frontcourt.

Why the South Florida Bulls Will Win

•             High powered offense. Through 20 games played this season, the South Florida Bulls are averaging 88.6 points per game which ranks 13th in the nation.

•             Multiple scoring options. Josh Omojafo, Joseph Pinion and Izaiyah Nelson can carry the offense.

•            Ability to win on the road. The South Florida Bulls are 4–2 on the road this season.

Why the Tulane Green Wave Will Win

•            Home court advantage. Tulane is 8–4 at home this season.

•            Quality guard play. Sophomore guard Rowan Brumbaugh leads the Tulane Green Wave backcourt averaging 19.5 points, 4.9 rebounds, 3.3 assists and 2 steals per game.

South Florida Bulls vs. Tulane Green Wave Prediction

This matchup features South Florida’s rebounding strength, scoring surge and overall momentum against a Tulane team that has been strong at home but inconsistent defensively. Tulane’s guard play gives them a path to stay competitive early, but South Florida’s interior advantage, pace and recent offensive efficiency present a difficult matchup for a Green Wave team that has struggled to close games. For the reasons just noted, I am backing the South Florida Bulls in this game.

Hans Geevers's Pick: South Florida -7.5