Tulane Tops Memphis in American Athletic Conference Tournament

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (Interstat) — Rowan Brumbaugh scored 35 points to lead Tulane to an 81-69 victory over Memphis in an American Athletic Conference tournament game Wednesday at Legacy Arena.

The Green Wave built a 39-31 halftime lead and maintained control throughout the second half. Tulane’s efficiency proved decisive, as it shot 14 for 34 from 3-point range while Memphis managed just 5 for 22 from beyond the arc. The Tigers also committed 12 turnovers.

Brumbaugh’s performance paced Tulane, which improved to 17-14. Julius Thedford led Memphis with 13 points. The Tigers’ season ends with a 13-19 record.