Wichita State vs Tulane Prediction 2/8/2026 Today’s College Basketball Picks

In this article we will formulate a Wichita State vs Tulane prediction for this College Basketball game on Sunday, February 8th at the Devlin Fieldhouse in New Orleans, Louisiana. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.

Wichita State Shockers Betting Preview

The Wichita State Shockers are 14-9 (6-4) this season after they defeated Charlotte by a score of 74-64 in their last game. Wichita State led 35-34 at halftime and they scored 39 points in the second half to seal the win. The Shockers shot 49% from the field, 32% on three pointers, and 50% on free throws in the game. Kenyon Giles led Wichita State with 23 points and three assists, while Karon Boyd added 18 points and two rebounds in the win. 

Prior to that game, Wichita State lost to Tulsa by a score of 93-83, but did beat Memphis by a score of 74-59 before that. The Shockers have scored 77.9 points per game with 40.4 rebounds and 11.8 assists per game, while they have allowed 70.3 points against per game this season. Kenyon Giles is averaging 18.3 points and 2.2 rebounds per game, while Karon Boyd is averaging 11.5 points and 5.7 rebounds per game for the Shockers. Wichita State is shooting 44.6% from the field, 68.3% on free throws, and 36.1% on three pointers this season. 

Tulane Green Wave Betting Preview

The Tulane Green Wave are 13-9 (4-5) this year after they defeated Memphis by a score of 78-76 in their last game. Tulane led 39-31 at halftime, but they were outscored 45-39 in the second half in the win. The Green Wave shot 50% from the field, 42% on three pointers, and 77% on free throws in the game. Rowan Brumbaugh led Tulane with 27 points and three rebounds, while Asher Woods added 19 points and six rebounds in the win. 

Prior to that game, Tulane lost to South Florida by a score of 97-83 and Charlotte by a score of 73-70. The Green Wave have scored 73.8 points per game with 30.5 rebounds and 13.0 assists per game, while they have allowed 74.7 points against per game this season. Rowan Brumbaugh is averaging 19.5 points and 4.9 rebounds per game, while Curtis Williams Jr is averaging 13.0 points and 4.3 rebounds per game for the Green Wave. Tulane is shooting 43.3% from the field, 76.9% on free throws, and 32.5% on three pointers this year. 

Why the Tulane Green Wave will win

• The home team has won six of Wichita State’s last seven games.
• Wichita State has lost three of its last four road games against non-AP-ranked opponents.

Why the Wichita State Shockers will win

• Tulane has lost five of its last six games against non-AP-ranked opponents.
• Wichita State has won five of its last six day games against non-AP-ranked opponents.
• Wichita State has won the first half in four of its last five games against non-AP-ranked opponents.

Total Points Facts

• Each of Wichita State’s last four road games against non-AP-ranked opponents have produced a total of 152+ points.
• Ten of Tulane’s last 13 day games have produced a total of 149+ points.

Wichita State vs Tulane Prediction 

Tulane comes into this matchup after snapping their losing streak with a win last time out, but they have lost four of their last five. The Green Wave are shooting 43% from the field and they have allowed 76+ points in three of their last four games. Wichita State has won four of their last five games and they have allowed 64 or fewer in three of their last four. The Shockers are shooting 45% from the field and while their defensive numbers are pretty solid over the last few weeks, they have allowed 93 and 85 points in their last two road games. Take the over here.

David Racey's Pick: Over 146.5