Can the Mean Green Bounce Back After a Narrow Defeat to the Roadrunners?
The North Texas Mean Green's record now stands at 0-1 after a closely contested game against the Roadrunners, which ended in a 64-62 defeat. The home team, despite their valiant effort and leading at halftime with a score of 37-25, could not maintain their advantage in the second half.
The UNT Coliseum witnessed an intense battle where both teams displayed solid defense and offensive efforts. The North Texas Mean Green showcased their ability to penetrate the paint, scoring 30 points from inside and shooting an impressive 47 percent from two-point range. Their free throw accuracy was noteworthy as well, with an 81 percent success rate contributing significantly to their total score.
However, it was not just about scoring for the Mean Green; they also demonstrated tenacity on defense with six steals and two blocks. Despite these efforts, they were outrebounded by the Roadrunners who grabbed 35 rebounds over North Texas's 31. The home team also turned over possession ten times but managed to capitalize on turnovers better than their opponents by scoring 16 points off turnovers.
On the other side of the court, UTSA had a balanced attack that saw them shoot at a consistent pace throughout both halves of play. They made eleven three-pointers at a rate of 39 percent which proved crucial in keeping them ahead despite being slightly less efficient in field goal percentage overall compared to North Texas.
One area where UTSA excelled was in second-chance opportunities; they scored eleven second-chance points thanks largely to nine offensive rebounds. Their defensive prowess was evident as well with six blocks and seven steals contributing to their win.
As fans look forward to future games, it is clear that rebounding will be an area for improvement for North Texas if they are going to turn narrow defeats into victories.
Looking ahead, fans can catch the next game for North Texas Mean Green as they face Tulane Green Wave at Devlin Fieldhouse in New Orleans on February 28th at approximately noon local time (6:00 PM Central Time). This away game will be available for viewing on ESPN+, allowing supporters not able to make it down south an opportunity to follow all of the action live from wherever they are.