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South Florida Bulls Charge into UNT Coliseum for Showdown with North Texas Mean Green

As the South Florida Bulls prepare to face off against the North Texas Mean Green at UNT Coliseum, fans are buzzing with anticipation. The Bulls have been on a tear lately, and their recent performances suggest that they could very well continue their winning streak.


Feb 11, 2023; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; South Florida Bulls forward Sam Hines Jr. (20) dribbles against the Cincinnati Bearcats in the second half at Fifth Third Arena. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-USA TODAY Sports

Looking back at the game on December 22nd against the Albany Great Danes, USF showcased an offensive masterclass, putting up 89 points with a field goal percentage of nearly 48 percent. Their two-point shooting was particularly impressive at almost 60 percent. This level of efficiency from inside the arc could spell trouble for UNT if they don't shore up their interior defense.


The Bulls' ability to dominate both ends of the court was evident in their December 16th clash with Loyola Chicago Ramblers as well. Not only did USF secure a win by scoring 77 points, but they also shot over 50 percent from the field and an impressive 42 percent from beyond the arc. If USF can replicate this kind of shooting accuracy against UNT, it's hard to see how they could be contained.


Perhaps most telling is USF's performance on December 13th when they eclipsed triple digits against Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden Lions with a whopping 104 points. The staggering statistic here is not just their point total but also their assists-to-turnover ratio which stood at an exceptional three-to-one ratio. This indicates that USF isn't just scoring efficiently; they're doing so while maintaining control and limiting mistakes – a deadly combination for any opponent.


On defense, South Florida has shown tenacity as well, averaging over seven steals per game in these past matchups and converting turnovers into fast-break opportunities effectively.


While it's important not to discount UNT – who will have home-court advantage and undoubtedly come prepared – all signs point towards another strong showing by USF. The Mean Green will need to bring their A-game defensively and hope to disrupt South Florida's rhythm if they wish to stand a chance in this contest.


Fans eager to catch this exciting matchup can tune in on February 3rd at 6:00 PM Eastern Time (5:00 PM Central Time). The game will be broadcasted live from Denton on ESPN+, ensuring you won't miss any action from what promises to be an enthralling encounter between these two teams.

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