Rice Owls fall short in comeback attempt against Tulane

Nick Anderson's 29 points not enough as Owls lose on the road

Feb. 22, 2026 at 11:11pm

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The Rice Owls men's basketball team fell short in their comeback attempt against the Tulane Green Wave, despite a season-high 29 points from junior forward Nick Anderson. The Owls were unable to overcome Tulane's early lead, ultimately losing the road matchup.

Why it matters

This loss is a setback for the Rice Owls, who were looking to build momentum after a strong start to the season. The Owls have struggled on the road this year, and this defeat highlights the need for the team to improve their performance away from home if they hope to contend for a postseason berth.

The details

Rice trailed Tulane by double digits for much of the game, but made a strong push in the second half led by Anderson's scoring outburst. However, the Owls were unable to complete the comeback, falling short against their conference rival.

  • The game was played on February 22, 2026.

The players

Nick Anderson

A junior forward for the Rice Owls who scored a season-high 29 points in the loss.

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The takeaway

While the Owls showed fight in their comeback attempt, this loss highlights the need for the team to improve their road performance if they hope to make a push for the postseason. The team will need to regroup and learn from this defeat as they continue their conference schedule.