North Texas Eagles vs
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UAB favored against North Texas in Monday matchup at Bartow Arena, betting odds still -1

Get ready for the highly anticipated North Texas vs. UAB matchup happening on Monday at Bartow Arena. These two teams faced off on New Year's Eve, with North Texas barely edging out a victory. The betting odds currently favor UAB at -1, with no movement in the line. Will this game deliver another close finish? Stay tuned for the North Texas vs. UAB prediction and more NCAAB picks for Monday.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Eagles -105 | Blazers -115
• Spread: Eagles +1 (-110) | Blazers -1 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 137.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that UAB will win straight-up is 53%.

North Texas vs UAB Stats

North Texas Eagles

The Mean Green basketball team had a strong campaign with a 7-2 record in the AAC, but a recent loss has moved them behind Memphis in the conference standings. Known for their strong defense, North Texas allows an average of 58.9 points per game and holds opponents to low shooting percentages. However, their slow offensive tempo limits them to an average of 68.6 points per game. With upcoming games against UAB and the need to bounce back from recent offensive struggles, the Mean Green will need to rely on their defensive prowess to stay competitive. Their current power ranking is 33, with strong defensive rankings but lower offensive statistics.

UAB Blazers Analysis

Since their loss to North Texas, the UAB Blazers have been on a roll with a record of 7-1. Led by Yaxel Lendeborg and boasting an offense that averages a conference-high 84.6 points per game, the Blazers have been scoring at least 75 points in 13 straight games. However, their defense has been allowing an average of 76.2 points per game and has struggled against opponents scoring more than 75 points. UAB forces 11.4 turnovers per game but allows opponents to hit 33.9% of shots from beyond the arc. Despite their strong offense, the Blazers are ranked 300th in defense according to their power ranking of 199. When facing North Texas, UAB has a mixed track record, with North Texas going 2-1 in their last three matchups. Overall, the Blazers have solid offensive stats, including shooting percentages and rebounding averages, but their defense has room for improvement.

UAB Expected to Continue Dominance Against North Texas with Home Advantage

In their previous three encounters with North Texas, UAB has outperformed the spread, securing two wins. The Blazers' home advantage at Bartow Arena will further bolster their strong defensive and offensive capabilities. Conversely, North Texas tends to struggle on the road, scoring fewer points and conceding more to opponents. UAB displayed dominant rebounding skills in the initial contest and proved adept at both three-point shooting and capitalizing on free throw opportunities. With a strategy focused on building upon past successes, it is anticipated that UAB will secure a victory on Monday evening.

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