UC San Diego defeats Tulane 93-67
Tulane Falls Short in Dominating 93-67 Loss at UC San Diego
The Tritons proved they are a force to be reckoned with, delivering a crushing 26-point victory over visiting Tulane on the road.
In front of their raucous home crowd at Lee's Family Forum, the host Tritons made a statement, showcasing their depth and resilience in a convincing win. The final score read 93-67, as UC San Diego claimed the non-conference matchup.
The turning point came at halftime, when the Tritons took control of the game, outscoring Tulane 53-31. From there, it was all but over for the Green Wave, who could not recover from the deficit.
UC San Diego's Leo Beath led the charge, scoring 21 points on 5-of-8 three-point attempts and 44.4% shooting overall. Beath also chipped in with six assists, as he controlled the tempo of the game.
Aidan Burke contributed a strong all-around effort, grabbing ten rebounds, nine points, and four assists. His performance exemplified the team's ability to dominate on both ends of the floor.
Tulane's Rowan Brumbaugh scored 19 points, but it wasn't enough to stem the tide. The Green Wave struggled with their three-point shooting, going 2-of-5 from beyond the arc.
The Tritons' bench proved to be a major factor in the game, as they outscored Tulane's reserves 30-12. This advantage allowed them to maintain their lead throughout the second half and secure the convincing victory.
Tulane struggled on offense, shooting just 39% overall. The Green Wave's turnover differential also hurt them, with UC San Diego forcing 15 mistakes compared to just 12 by Tulane.
In a statement win, UC San Diego proved they have arrived as a force in the conference. Their balanced performance showcased their depth and skillset, setting the stage for what promises to be an exciting season ahead.