North Texas Mean Green Prepares to Tussle with Florida Atlantic Owls in Fort Worth

As the North Texas Mean Green gears up for their next encounter, the team's recent performance suggests that they are more than ready to take on the Florida Atlantic Owls. In their last game against Tulane's Green Wave on March 14, UNT showcased a dominant display of basketball, outscoring their opponents with an impressive 81 points to 71. The Mean Green's offensive prowess was evident as they hit nearly half of their field goals and an outstanding 48 percent from beyond the arc.

The defensive end was no less impressive for UNT. With nine steals and four blocks, they disrupted Tulane's flow and capitalized on turnovers by scoring 17 points off them. This kind of defensive intensity will be crucial when facing FAU, a team known for its fast-paced offense as seen in their previous game where they scored a whopping 80 points.

FAU is not a team to underestimate; they have shown that they can put up big numbers and do so efficiently. Their shooting accuracy stands out with a field goal percentage of over 50 percent in one of their recent games. However, it’s worth noting that while FAU excels at fast breaks and inside scoring, UNT has demonstrated superior ball movement and perimeter shooting which could be pivotal in this matchup.

One area where UNT may have an edge is in rebounding; having outrebounded Tulane by one board might seem marginal but every possession counts in what promises to be a tightly contested game. Furthermore, UNT’s assist-to-turnover ratio against Tulane was an exceptional three-to-one – maintaining this level of careful possession play will serve them well against FAU.

The upcoming clash between these two teams is shaping up to be an intriguing battle with contrasting styles at play. While FAU might look to push the pace and exploit quick transition opportunities, UNT should continue leveraging its sharpshooting skills from downtown coupled with disciplined defense.

Fans eagerly anticipating this matchup should mark their calendars for March 15 at Dickies Arena located in Fort Worth – tip-off is scheduled for 6:00 PM local time (Central Time). The game will also be broadcasted live on ESPNU for those cheering from home or elsewhere. This contest promises excitement as both teams vie for victory on the court where only one can emerge triumphant.