BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (Interstat) — Miles Barnstable scored 25 points to lead Tulsa to a 99-77 victory over UAB in American Athletic Conference men’s basketball on Sunday at Bartow Arena. The Golden Hurricane never trailed, building a nine-point halftime lead and extending it with 53 second-half points. David Green added 26 points for Tulsa, which dominated inside with 54 paint points. The Blazers were led by KyeRon Lindsay-Martin with 15 points but could not overcome a poor shooting performance. Tulsa improved to 15-3 overall. UAB fell to 12-7. An announced crowd of 4,143 watched the game.

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (Interstat) — In a stunning reversal of pregame expectations, the Tulsa Golden Hurricane delivered a commanding road performance, dismantling the UAB Blazers 99-77 in an American Athletic Conference men’s basketball game Sunday at Bartow Arena. The result defied both the betting markets and advanced analytics, as UAB entered as a 1.5-point favorite with an 83% probability of victory according to National Statistical’s ELO system. Instead, Tulsa authored a wire-to-wire victory, showcasing an offensive clinic that overwhelmed the Blazers before an announced crowd of 4,143. The most critical phase of the contest was its opening act. Tulsa established immediate dominance, racing out to a double-digit lead in the first half that UAB never seriously threatened. The Golden Hurricane’s offensive efficiency was breathtaking from the start. They scored the game’s first six points, with Tyler Behrend converting a layup off a Tylen Riley assist on the opening possession. Tulsa’s ball movement and shot selection carved up the UAB defense, building a 46-37 halftime advantage. That lead was built on near-flawless execution. Tulsa shot 60.9% from the field for the game, connecting on 39 of 64 attempts. They were equally potent from distance, hitting 12 of 26 three-pointers, and nearly perfect from the free-throw line at 9 for 10. Their offensive rating of 134.2 points per 100 possessions underscored a historically efficient performance. Equally telling was their work inside, where they outscored UAB 54-36 in the paint. UAB, by contrast, struggled to find any consistent rhythm. The Blazers shot 43.8% overall and a paltry 5 of 15 from three-point range. While they forced 15 points off 10 Tulsa turnovers and held a 13-2 advantage in fastbreak points, they could not string together enough stops to mount a comeback. Every time UAB showed a flicker of momentum, Tulsa answered with a clinical basket. The Golden Hurricane’s star guard, Miles Barnstable, led the charge. The junior from Sheboygan, Wisconsin, scored 25 points in just 30 minutes, adding five rebounds, two assists and a block. He was instrumental in stretching the defense, hitting key three-pointers whenever UAB attempted to close the gap. His backcourt partner, David Green of Apopka, Florida, was even more efficient, pouring in a game-high 26 points on 11-of-17 shooting, along with seven rebounds and three assists. Tulsa’s frontcourt duo provided overwhelming balance. Tyler Behrend, a 6-foot-10 forward from Cincinnati, scored 16 points and grabbed seven rebounds. Tylen Riley, a 6-foot-3 guard from Las Vegas, filled the stat sheet with 12 points, seven rebounds, six assists and two blocks, serving as the primary facilitator for the high-powered attack. UAB was led by Chance Westry with 14 points, five rebounds and four assists. KyeRon Lindsay-Martin added 15 points and six rebounds, while Daniel Rivera and Ahmad Robinson each chipped in 13 points. But the Blazers’ defensive effort, which entered the game allowing just 72.3 points per contest, had no answer for Tulsa’s precision. The victory improved Tulsa’s season record to 15-3 overall and 2-1 in AAC play, continuing a strong campaign that includes wins over Rhode Island and a narrow loss at Kansas State. The Golden Hurricane have now won six of their last seven games. UAB falls to 12-7 overall and 2-2 in the conference, suffering a letdown after an overtime road win at East Carolina earlier in the week. The total points scored, 176, sailed over the pregame over/under line of 158.5, a direct result of Tulsa’s explosive output. Tulsa looks to carry this momentum into a pivotal home matchup against Memphis on Wednesday. UAB will aim to regroup when they host South Florida on Thursday. The two teams are scheduled to meet again in Tulsa on February 11.

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (Interstat) — A surging Tulsa team looks to solidify its place atop the American Athletic Conference when it visits a resilient UAB squad at Bartow Arena on Sunday. The Golden Hurricane (14-3) enter with the league’s best overall record, coming off an 86-74 road win at Charlotte on Wednesday. Guard Miles Barnstable led that effort with 18 points and has been a consistent force, averaging 12.2 points over his last five games. Tulsa’s offense, which scored 97 and 90 points in its two December home wins, will test a UAB defense that has shown vulnerabilities. The Blazers (12-6) have weathered a series of tight contests, including an 87-85 overtime win at East Carolina and a 109-106 double-overtime victory at South Florida earlier this month. They are riding a two-game win streak after dispatching Tulane 82-69 on the road Wednesday. Forward Daniel Rivera has been key, pouring in 17 points against the Green Wave and averaging 14.6 points over his last six outings. UAB’s home court has been a mix of dominance and nail-biters. The Blazers own decisive wins over UNC Asheville and Cleveland State in Birmingham but also suffered a narrow 86-85 non-conference loss to Troy there last month. For Tulsa, this begins a critical stretch. Following this game, they face a quick turnaround hosting Memphis on Wednesday. UAB, seeking a signature conference win to bolster its resume, will look to leverage its home environment before heading back on the road next week. The matchup pits Tulsa’s high-scoring efficiency against a UAB team battle-tested in close finishes. Tipoff is set for Sunday afternoon.