Riley and Barnstable Combine for 40 but Tulsa Falls at Wichita State

Saturday, February 14

Wichita, Kan.

6 p.m.

Tulsa

20-6,8-5American

Wichita State

16-10,8-5American

Tulsa

Wichita St.

Riley and Barnstable Combine for 40 but Tulsa Falls at Wichita State

2/14/2026 8:42:00 PM | Men's Basketball

Box Score

WICHITA, Kan. — Despite a combined 40 points from Tylen Riley and Miles Barnstable, Tulsa fell to Wichita State, 81-77, on Saturday in Koch Arena.

Riley led Tulsa with 21 points on 9-of-14 shooting, along with four rebounds. Barnstable added 19 points, including four 3-pointers, while collecting seven rebounds and two steals. Jaylen Lawal scored 10 points and grabbed four rebounds. David Green also posted 10 points and blocked a shot.

Tulsa opened the first half with a strong start, establishing an early lead through efficient shooting and solid defense. Tyler Behrend contributed significantly with key layups, while Barnstable and Lawal both added three-pointers, helping Tulsa maintain momentum. The Golden Hurricane's defensive efforts, including a block by Green, limited the Shockers' scoring opportunities.

Despite several lead changes and ties, the Golden Hurricane maintained a slight edge throughout the half, showcasing effective fast breaks and bench contributions. By the end of the half, they led 41–35, concluding with a confident grip on the game.

Tulsa began the second half with a narrow advantage, quickly extending its lead to nine with a jumper from Riley and a free throw from Green. Wichita State responded by closing the gap, keeping the contest tightly contested. Tulsa maintained its edge through strategic free throws and a key three-pointer from Romad Dean, pushing the score to 53–47.

Midway through the half, Tulsa capitalized on offensive rebounds and three-point shooting, including a notable three from Barnstable. Despite the Shockers' persistent efforts to narrow the deficit, the Golden Hurricane held a slight advantage until the closing minutes. The half concluded with Wichita State edging ahead, 81–77, as Tulsa went just 1-for-8 down the stretch.

The Golden Hurricane are back home on Wednesday as they go for the season sweep of Charlotte at 7 p.m. in the Reynolds Center.

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