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North Texas Favored by 6 Points Against Rice in AAC Showdown at Tudor Fieldhouse

North Texas (17-6, 6-3 American) will face Rice (12-12, 3-8 American) at Tudor Fieldhouse on Tuesday night at 9 PM ET. North Texas, favored by 6 points, is looking to continue their strong performance with a recent win against Tulane. The Mean Green have a history of success against Rice, winning 8 out of their last 10 meetings. The outcome of this game will determine their standings in the AAC, as both teams aim for a victory.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Eagles -270 | Owls +218
• Spread: Eagles -6 (-110) | Owls +6 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 126 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that North Texas will win straight-up is 73%.

North Texas vs Rice Stats

North Texas Eagles

The North Texas Mean Green recently ended their two-game losing streak with a victory over Tulane. They are currently third in the AAC, trailing Memphis by two games, and will be looking to improve their standing in the upcoming game on Tuesday. With an average of 68.6 points per game, the Mean Green scored 76 points in their last game, shooting 47.2 percent from the field and 45.8 percent from beyond the arc. Leading the team in scoring was Brenen Lorient with 15 points and eight rebounds, followed by Atin Wright with 14 points and Johnathan Massie with 13 points. Defensively, North Texas allows an average of 59.4 points per game and gave up 66 points in their last outing. In terms of power rankings, they are ranked 117 overall, with a strong defensive ranking of #3 in the league. Their offensive statistics highlight their proficiency in shooting from the field and the free-throw line, as well as their solid three-point shooting. Defensively, they have shown strength in field goal percentage defense and rebounding. Overall, the Mean Green are 17-6 this season and will be aiming to continue their success in upcoming games.

Rice Owls Analysis

The Owls recently suffered a loss to Charlotte, marking their eighth loss in the last nine games. They will aim to bounce back with a win on Tuesday to even the series. In their last game, Rice scored 75 points with impressive shooting percentages. Trae Broadnax led the team with 21 points and four assists, while Denver Anglin and Jacob Dar contributed 10 points each. Defensively, the Owls have been giving up an average of 69.4 points per game and will need to improve to secure a victory. Overall, Rice has a power ranking of 181 and ranks 268th in offense, scoring an average of 70.74 points per game. They are 101st in defense, allowing an average of 69.04 points per game. Additionally, the Owls have strong rebounding numbers but struggle with turnovers. On defense, they have solid field goal and three-point percentage allowed but need to focus on limiting free throw attempts.

North Texas poised for victory against struggling Owls in upcoming game

North Texas currently has the upper hand in their upcoming game against the Owls. The Mean Green have demonstrated strong performance in their recent road games, winning three out of their last four matchups. They have been shooting efficiently, making over 45 percent of their shots, and have been particularly successful at the free-throw line, converting more than 77 percent of their field goals. Additionally, North Texas excels in rebounding, collecting over eight offensive rebounds per game, which leads to more scoring opportunities. Conversely, the Owls have been struggling defensively, allowing more than 74 points per game in their last three matchups. Given these factors, it is anticipated that the Owls will face challenges in containing the Mean Green's offense. Therefore, it is recommended to favor North Texas to cover the spread in the upcoming game.

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