North Texas Mean Green to Face LSU Tigers in Exciting NIT Tournament First-Round Match-Up

Game outlook

The NIT tournament kicks off with an exciting first-round match-up between North Texas Mean Green and the fourth-seeded LSU Tigers. North Texas, the defending NIT champion, enters the game with an 15-14 record while LSU finished the season with a 17-15 record. The game will take place at 7:00 ET at the Pete Maravich Assembly Center in Baton Rouge, LA. LSU is currently favored to win with a -2.5 opening line that has remained unchanged.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Eagles +125 | Tigers -148

Spread: Eagles +2.5 (-110) | Tigers -2.5 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 135.5 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that LSU will win straight-up is 60%.

North Texas Eagles

North Texas had a successful season, transitioning to the AAC from C-USA while bringing in a new coach. The team finished with a record of 18-14, going 17-12-1 against the spread. Despite losing in the AAC quarterfinals, statistically they performed well in turnovers and three-point shooting. Individually, Jason Edwards led the team in scoring with 19.1 points per game, while Aaron Scott contributed solid numbers both offensively and defensively. In terms of their power ranking, North Texas is 105 with a strong defense allowing 63.13 points per game. Offensively, they rank low in field goal percentage but high in three-point shooting. Defensively, they excel in field goal percentage and defensive rebounds. Overall, North Texas had a productive season with room for improvement in certain areas. . @jasonedwards_1 found his target 🎯 #AmericanHoops x @MeanGreenMBB pic.twitter.com/868wL8sbOU