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Tulsa Golden Hurricane vs East Carolina Pirates Recap - East Carolina Wins 64-59

Tulsa was scorched by Tristen Newton for 27 points as East Carolina defeated them 64-59 in NCAA action on Saturday.

East Carolina was a favorite by -1.5 points and came through with an ATS victory for bettors.

Vance Jackson had 12 points for East Carolina and J.J. Miles chipped in with 8 points. Tristen Newton had 5 assists for them, while Ludgy Debaut was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 7 boards.

Tulsa got 17 points from Darien Jackson in a losing cause and another 14 points from Jeriah Horne. Curtis Haywood II contributed 5 assists for them, while Rey Idowu had 9 rebounds.

First-half bettors who backed Tulsa were victorious, as the score was 36-35 at the break.

Tulsa had a 31-24 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.

East Carolina looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Wichita State. Tulsa will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Wichita State.