Memphis rallies from 15-point deficit, defeats Tulsa 83-81

Published Jan. 23, 2022 6:15 p.m. ET

Associated Press

TULSA, Okla. (AP) — After falling behind 48-33 late in the second half, Memphis outscored Tulsa by 17 the rest of the way to earn the 83-81 win on Sunday.

Tyler Harris had a season-high 24 points to lead the Tigers.

Josh Minott had 18 points and nine rebounds for Memphis (10-8, 4-4 American Athletic Conference). Alex Lomax added seven assists.

Tulsa totaled 46 first-half points, a season high for the team.

Jeriah Horne had 19 points and seven rebounds for the Golden Hurricane (6-11, 0-6), who have now lost six straight games. Darien Jackson added 15 points. Sam Griffin had 13 points.

The Tigers improve to 2-0 against the Golden Hurricane on the season. Memphis defeated Tulsa 67-64 on Jan. 4.

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