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Tulane Hosts Wichita State for AAC Clash Wednesday
Jan 10, 2023 | Women's Basketball
NEW ORLEANS – Tulane University Women's Basketball (10-6, 0-3) will look to earn its first American Athletic Conference victory of the season as it hosts Wichita State (11-5, 1-2) Wednesday night. The matchup between the Green Wave and the Shockers is set to tipoff at 6 p.m. in Avron B. Fogelman Arena in the Devlin Fieldhouse.
Fans can watch the game between the Green Wave and the Shockers on ESPN+ by clicking HERE. You can also listen live on the Tulane Sports Network from Learfield on 88.3 WRBH with Paul Boron or streaming on the Tulane Athletics App and The Varsity Network App.
This marks the 11th all-time meeting between Tulane and Wichita State with the series tied 5-5. The Green Wave and the Shockers split their two meetings last season with each team winning at home. Tulane won 67-52 at home in New Orleans and dropped the contest on the road 83-84 in overtime in Wichita, Kansas.
In its last time out, Tulane dropped its first AAC road contest on Sunday at East Carolina 53-63. Marta Galic led the Green Wave offensively scoring 18 points and matching a career-high five made three-pointers. She also pulled down 10 rebounds to notch her fourth double-double of the season.
Three players are averaging double figures in scoring for the Green Wave this season. Galic leads the team with 13.8 points per contest. Dynah Jones follows with 12.7 points per game while Kyren Whittington posts 11.6 points per game. Galic leads the AAC and ranks seventh nationally in three-pointers per game with 3.19.
Tulane ranks second in the league in assists per game (17.0) and assist-to-turnover ratio (1.04). Rachel Hakes leads the league in assists (86) and assists per game (5.4).
Wichita State enters the matchup with an 11-5 overall record and a 1-2 mark in league play following a 46-49 loss at home to South Florida on Saturday. The Shockers are averaging 68.7 points per game on 42.1 percent shooting this season. Wichita State ranks second the AAC in defensive rebounding (28.6) and rebound margin (9.5). The Shockers are third in the league in total rebounding (41.75). Three players average double figures in scoring for the Shockers. Junior DJ McCarty leads the way with 12.8 points per game and rates fourth in the AAC in assists with 57.
Following the matchup with the Shockers, the Green Wave will hit the road for the Sunshine State for a meeting against South Florida on Saturday. Tipoff between Tulane and the Bulls is set for 6 p.m. CT.
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TICKETS
Tickets for the 2022-23 season can be purchased by calling 504-861-WAVE (9283), logging on to TulaneTix.com or visiting the ticket office at the James W. Wilson Jr. Center. In celebration of the 50th anniversary of Title IX, get your season tickets to see the Wave play for just $50.
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WE ARE NOLA BUILT
Tulane University is located in the city of New Orleans. It is a city built on tradition and resiliency. The lessons Green Wave student-athletes have learned through their connection with this university and city have BUILT doctors, lawyers, business leaders, conference champions, all-conference players, All-Americans, professional athletes and NCAA tournament teams. The city of New Orleans has shaped us into who we are today. We are One City. We are Tulane. We are NOLA BUILT. Check out at NolaBuilt.com.
Fans can watch the game between the Green Wave and the Shockers on ESPN+ by clicking HERE. You can also listen live on the Tulane Sports Network from Learfield on 88.3 WRBH with Paul Boron or streaming on the Tulane Athletics App and The Varsity Network App.
This marks the 11th all-time meeting between Tulane and Wichita State with the series tied 5-5. The Green Wave and the Shockers split their two meetings last season with each team winning at home. Tulane won 67-52 at home in New Orleans and dropped the contest on the road 83-84 in overtime in Wichita, Kansas.
In its last time out, Tulane dropped its first AAC road contest on Sunday at East Carolina 53-63. Marta Galic led the Green Wave offensively scoring 18 points and matching a career-high five made three-pointers. She also pulled down 10 rebounds to notch her fourth double-double of the season.
Three players are averaging double figures in scoring for the Green Wave this season. Galic leads the team with 13.8 points per contest. Dynah Jones follows with 12.7 points per game while Kyren Whittington posts 11.6 points per game. Galic leads the AAC and ranks seventh nationally in three-pointers per game with 3.19.
Tulane ranks second in the league in assists per game (17.0) and assist-to-turnover ratio (1.04). Rachel Hakes leads the league in assists (86) and assists per game (5.4).
Wichita State enters the matchup with an 11-5 overall record and a 1-2 mark in league play following a 46-49 loss at home to South Florida on Saturday. The Shockers are averaging 68.7 points per game on 42.1 percent shooting this season. Wichita State ranks second the AAC in defensive rebounding (28.6) and rebound margin (9.5). The Shockers are third in the league in total rebounding (41.75). Three players average double figures in scoring for the Shockers. Junior DJ McCarty leads the way with 12.8 points per game and rates fourth in the AAC in assists with 57.
Following the matchup with the Shockers, the Green Wave will hit the road for the Sunshine State for a meeting against South Florida on Saturday. Tipoff between Tulane and the Bulls is set for 6 p.m. CT.
DOWNLOAD THE OFFICIAL TULANE ATHLETICS APP
Download the official mobile app of Tulane Athletics. Now, you can stay in touch with the Green Wave anytime and anywhere on your Android or iOS mobile device.
TICKETS
Tickets for the 2022-23 season can be purchased by calling 504-861-WAVE (9283), logging on to TulaneTix.com or visiting the ticket office at the James W. Wilson Jr. Center. In celebration of the 50th anniversary of Title IX, get your season tickets to see the Wave play for just $50.
FOLLOW ON SOCIAL MEDIA
For behind-the-scenes coverage, follow Tulane women's basketball (@GreenWaveWBB) on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.
WE ARE NOLA BUILT
Tulane University is located in the city of New Orleans. It is a city built on tradition and resiliency. The lessons Green Wave student-athletes have learned through their connection with this university and city have BUILT doctors, lawyers, business leaders, conference champions, all-conference players, All-Americans, professional athletes and NCAA tournament teams. The city of New Orleans has shaped us into who we are today. We are One City. We are Tulane. We are NOLA BUILT. Check out at NolaBuilt.com.
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