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North Texas Mean Green Set to Face Tulsa Golden Hurricane in AAC Showdown at The Super Pit

The Tulsa Golden Hurricane will be facing off against the North Texas Mean Green in an American Athletic Conference game at The Super Pit in Denton, Texas. Tulsa comes into the game with a record of 11-15, while North Texas boasts a record of 18-6. Both teams are coming off of wins in their previous games, with Tulsa winning two in a row and North Texas notching their 8th win in their last 10 games. Despite the difference in their records, both teams do not have any players listed on their injury reports. North Texas is the clear betting favorite, opening at -14 and the line has remained steady. Be sure to read the comprehensive prediction for this matchup to make informed NCAAB picks and potentially win big.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Golden Hurricane +700 | Eagles -1100
• Spread: Golden Hurricane +14 (-110) | Eagles -14 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 127.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that North Texas will win straight-up is 92%.

Tulsa vs North Texas Stats

Tulsa Golden Hurricane

The Tulsa Golden Hurricane have had a challenging season, ranking 225th in offense and 248th in defense. They score an average of 73.0 points per game while allowing 74.1 points per game. Tulsa's field goal shooting percentage is 43.4%, with a three-point shooting percentage of 32.5%. Dwon Odom is the team's leading scorer with an average of 13.7 points per game, while Keaston Willis follows closely behind with 13.2 points per game. Ian Smikle leads in rebounding, averaging 5.7 rebounds per game. Defensively, Tulsa allows opponents to shoot 44.2% from the field and 34.6% from beyond the arc. The team holds a record of 11-15 (11-13 ATS) for the season.

North Texas Eagles Analysis

The North Texas Mean Green have a power ranking of 87 and excel defensively, ranking 3rd in the nation by allowing an average of 59.5 points per game. Offensively, they score an average of 68.5 points per game, ranking 310th. The team shoots 45.3% from the field and 36.6% from three-point range, ranking 155th and 63rd respectively. Leading scorers include Atin Wright with 13.8 points per game and Brenen Lorient with 12.5 points per game. Jasper Floyd leads in assists with 3.8 per game, while Moulaye Sissoko leads in rebounds with 6.4 per game. Latrell Jossell leads in steals with 1.3 per game and Lorient in blocked shots with 1.3 per game. North Texas has an overall record of 18-6 and went 1-2 in their last 3 matchups against Tulsa.

North Texas Mean Green Defense Shines, Tulsa Golden Hurricane Struggle Without the Ball

The North Texas Mean Green boast a formidable defense, allowing an impressive 59.5 points per game, ranking them third in the nation. Their defense limits opponents to just 41.5% shooting overall and 31.3% shooting from beyond the arc. Despite averaging a modest 68.5 points per game, the Mean Green's deliberate offensive strategy with a low adjusted tempo contributes to fewer scoring opportunities. North Texas maintains solid shooting percentages of 45.3% overall and 36.6% from 3-point range. In contrast, the Tulsa Golden Hurricane allow an average of 74.1 points per game while only scoring 73.0 points per game. Tulsa struggles with field goal shooting, ranking 260th in the nation, and three-point shooting, ranking 263rd, both significantly lower than North Texas.

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