In the opener of American Athletic Conference men's basketball play for the 2020-21 season, Wichita State went on the road and defeated Tulsa, 69-65, Tuesday night (Dec. 15).

Wichita State 69, Tulsa 65 - Box Score

TULSA, Okla. (AP) — Ricky Council IV had 13 points and eight rebounds as Wichita State narrowly beat Tulsa 69-65 on Tuesday night in an American Athletic Conference opener.

Alterique Gilbert added 13 points for the Shockers (2-2, 1-0). Trey Wade chipped in 11 points and seven rebounds. Isaiah Poor Bear-Chandler had 10 points.

Brandon Rachal had 17 points and 11 rebounds for the Golden Hurricane (1-3, 0-1). Elijah Joiner added 11 points. Curtis Haywood II had 11 points and six rebounds.