Tigers Fall in Double Overtime at Tulsa

Memphis women's basketball battles Tulsa in overtime thriller

Jan. 31, 2026 at 6:23pm

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The Memphis Tigers women's basketball team fell to the Tulsa Golden Hurricane 74-69 in double overtime on Saturday afternoon. The Tigers led by as much as eight points in the fourth quarter, but Tulsa was able to force overtime and eventually pull away in the second overtime period.

Why it matters

This was a tough road loss for the Tigers, who are now 8-13 overall and 2-6 in American Athletic Conference play. The game showcased the team's resilience in battling back from a late deficit, but they were ultimately unable to secure the victory against a tough Tulsa squad that is now 15-6 on the season and 7-2 in conference.

The details

Memphis led 14-9 after the first quarter, but Tulsa took control in the second quarter, using a 9-0 run to take a 39-30 lead at halftime. The Tigers responded with a 22-5 run spanning the third and fourth quarters to take a 52-44 lead, but Tulsa tied the game late to force overtime. After the teams traded baskets in the first overtime, Tulsa pulled away in the second overtime period to secure the victory.

  • The game took place on Saturday, January 31, 2026.
  • Memphis and Tulsa were tied 63-63 at the end of the first overtime period.

The players

Jordan Hunter

Played 48 of 50 minutes, the fifth most in school history, and had 8 points, 4 rebounds and 2 assists for Memphis.

Chaé Harris

Scored 13 points to lead the Tigers.

Amauri Williams

Scored 13 points for Memphis.

Hannah Riddick

Led Tulsa with 22 points.

Kennedi Alexander

Hit a key mid-range jumper for Tulsa in the second overtime period.

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What’s next

The Tigers will be back at home this Saturday, February 7, to take on Rice at 1 p.m. at Elma Roane Fieldhouse.

The takeaway

This was a hard-fought battle between two conference rivals, with the Tigers showing their resilience in battling back from a late deficit. However, Tulsa's ability to get to the free throw line and make key shots down the stretch proved to be the difference in this double overtime thriller.