Tulane Basketball Heads to North Texas With Under 136.5 Pick

tulane basketball travels to The Super Pit on Thursday, February 19, where a slow, defense-first matchup with North Texas has oddsmakers backing the Under 136. 5 (-110). The prediction rests on both teams’ offensive struggles and strong shot-blocking numbers that suggest a low-scoring game.

Tulane Basketball defense shapes low-scoring forecast

The projection for an Under 136. 5 stems from how both clubs operate away from the scoreboard. North Texas ranks 305th in adjusted tempo and 301st in adjusted offensive efficiency, a combination that produces fewer possessions and limited scoring opportunities. The Mean Green also shoot 25. 4% from three and rarely get to the free-throw line, though they rank 24th nationally in blocked shot rate.

Tulane’s own defensive profile bolsters the Under case. The Green Wave defense is second in effective field-goal percentage in the league and 22nd in blocked shot rate. Tulane also rarely secures offensive rebounds, further reducing chances for extra possessions and second-chance points.

Why oddsmakers like the Under 136. 5

Earlier results between the teams add context for the prediction. North Texas beat Tulane by eight in their prior meeting while the Green Wave shot 31. 3% from the floor in that game. Despite that outcome, betting trends favor low totals: the Game Total has gone Under in 12 of Tulane’s last 17 games.

Those 12 Under finishes have translated into a measurable betting edge for Tulane underplays, listed as +7. 60 Units and a 41% return on investment for that specific market. Odds listed were Under 136. 5 (-110) at the time of publication and are subject to change.

What to watch Thursday night at The Super Pit

Key elements likely to decide the final score include pace of play, three-point shooting from North Texas, and each team’s ability to limit second-chance points. If possessions remain limited and both defenses continue to block shots at high rates, the contest should remain under the projected total.

The matchup is scheduled for Thursday, February 19, at The Super Pit and will be a conference test for both squads. Bettors and fans tuning in can expect a tight, low-scoring affair where defensive plays and possession management will matter most.