In American Athletic Conference men's basketball action, Cincinnati and Tulane earned home wins Wednesday night (Dec. 9). Cincinnati held off Furman, 78-73, while Tulane put on a defensive show in a 20-point win over Southern Miss.

Cincinnati 78, Furman 73 - Box Score

CINCINNATI (AP) — Keith Williams had 27 points as Cincinnati edged past Furman 78-73 on Wednesday.

Chris Vogt had four assists for Cincinnati (2-1). David DeJulius added nine rebounds.

Clay Mounce had 23 points for the Paladins (4-1), whose four-game season-opening winning streak was snapped. Noah Gurley added 20 points and eight rebounds, and Mike Bothwell had 14 points, six rebounds and six assists.

Tulane 58, Southern Miss 38 - Box Score

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — R.J. McGee recorded 15 points and 11 rebounds to lead Tulane to a 58-38 win over Southern Miss on Wednesday night.

Jordan Walker had 15 points and six assists for Tulane (3-0).

Jaron Pierre Jr. had 11 points and six rebounds for the Golden Eagles (1-2). LaDavius Draine added 10 points and Tyler Stevenson had nine rebounds.

The 38 points allowed by Tulane is tied for the fifth-fewest points allowed in The American's history. In addition, the 12 first-half points allowed by the Green Wave is tied for the fifth-fewest points allowed in a half in conference history.