North Texas Defeats Florida Atlantic in Close Contest
Thursday, March 12, 2026, 9:30 PM ET · Legacy Arena at BJCC
North Texas Mean Green 74, Florida Atlantic Owls 70, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Quick answers
Who won Florida Atlantic Owls vs North Texas Mean Green?
North Texas Mean Green beat Florida Atlantic Owls 74-70 at Legacy Arena at BJCC on March 12, 2026.
Who was favored in Florida Atlantic Owls vs North Texas Mean Green?
North Texas Mean Green were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -125 (about 56% implied). The favorite won.
The North Texas Mean Green secured a narrow victory over the Florida Atlantic Owls, finishing the game with a score of 74-70. This matchup was significant as it showcased the competitive nature of both teams, each vying for a strong position in the NCAAB landscape. North Texas concluded the season with a record of 19-13, while Florida Atlantic ended at 18-15.
In terms of recent form, North Texas entered this game with a record of 6-4 over their last 10 games, riding a two-game winning streak. They averaged 72.0 points scored while allowing 69.2 points per game during this stretch. Their last five games reflected a slightly lower scoring average of 69.4 points, but they maintained a solid defensive performance, allowing an average of 69.0 points. In their last home game, they achieved a victory against Rice Owls, winning 62-58.
Florida Atlantic, on the other hand, had a record of 4-6 in their last 10 games, with their most recent outing resulting in a win against Temple Owls, where they triumphed 63-59. They averaged 72.4 points scored and allowed 73.9 points during this period. Their last five games showed a scoring average of 71.8 points, with a defensive average of 73.8 points.
The game took place at the Legacy Arena at BJCC, where North Texas has performed moderately well, holding a home record of 3-2 in their last five games. Florida Atlantic’s away record was less favorable, standing at 1-3 in their last four away games. This fixture was also notable for the previous meetings between the two teams, with North Texas winning all three encounters in the 2025 and 2026 seasons. Their most recent matchup prior to this game was on February 22, 2026, where North Texas edged out Florida Atlantic with a score of 73-72.
In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any players missing from either side, indicating that both teams were likely at full strength for this important game.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had North Texas favored by a spread of -1.5, with a total set at 136.5. The moneyline reflected North Texas at -125.0 and Florida Atlantic at 105.0, illustrating the close nature of the contest as perceived by the market.
The conditions of the game were not detailed, but the atmosphere at the venue was likely charged, given the stakes involved for both teams. Viewers should have watched for the scoring plays that defined the second half, including crucial free throws made by Reece Robinson and David Terrell Jr. as well as key layups and dunks from Isaiah Elohim and Devin Williams, which contributed to the final score.
Ultimately, North Texas demonstrated resilience and strategic execution, successfully defending their home court against a competitive Florida Atlantic team.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | UNT -1.5 | 136.5 o -112 / u -108 | Florida Atlantic Owls +105 · North Texas Mean Green -125 |
Leaders
- PointsJe'Shawn Stevenson24North Texas Mean Green
- AssistsDavid Terrell Jr.7North Texas Mean Green
- ReboundsBuddy Hammer Jr.8North Texas Mean Green
- PointsIsaiah Elohim20Florida Atlantic Owls
- AssistsNiccolo Moretti3Florida Atlantic Owls
- ReboundsIsaiah Elohim8Florida Atlantic Owls
Recent form
North Texas Mean Green
Last 10: 6-4Streak W272 scored · 69.2 allowed per game3-2 at home
- W62-58vs Rice OwlsMar 5
- W62-58at UAB BlazersMar 1
- L79-80at Charlotte 49ersFeb 26
- W73-72vs Florida Atlantic OwlsFeb 22
- L71-77vs Tulane Green WaveFeb 20
- W65-62at Temple OwlsFeb 15
- W76-69vs Memphis TigersFeb 13
- W81-58at UTSA RoadrunnersFeb 7
- L83-86at Rice OwlsFeb 5
- L68-72vs UAB BlazersFeb 1
Florida Atlantic Owls
Last 10: 4-6Streak W172.4 scored · 73.9 allowed per game1-3 away
- W63-59vs Temple OwlsMar 12
- L70-88at Wichita State ShockersMar 7
- W77-76vs Charlotte 49ersMar 1
- W77-73vs Temple OwlsFeb 27
- L72-73at North Texas Mean GreenFeb 22
- W60-52at UTSA RoadrunnersFeb 19
- L81-83vs South Florida BullsFeb 15
- L73-81at Rice OwlsFeb 12
- L76-78vs Tulsa Golden HurricaneFeb 5
- L75-76vs East Carolina PiratesFeb 1
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Florida | 25-9 | - | 15-3 |
| Tulsa | 30-8 | 2 | 13-5 |
| Wichita State | 24-12 | 2 | 13-5 |
| UAB | 20-12 | 4 | 11-7 |
| North Texas | 19-14 | 6 | 9-9 |
| Florida Atlantic | 18-15 | 6 | 9-9 |
| Charlotte | 17-17 | 6 | 9-9 |
| Tulane | 18-15 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Temple | 16-16 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Memphis | 13-19 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Rice | 13-18 | 8 | 7-11 |
| East Carolina | 11-20 | 9 | 6-12 |
| UTSA | 5-25 | 14 | 1-17 |
Box score
| Stat | Florida Atlantic Owls | North Texas Mean Green |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 22-49 | 22-56 |
| Field goal % | 45 | 39 |
| Three-pointers | 3-17 | 3-12 |
| Three-point % | 18 | 25 |
| Free throws | 23-33 | 27-43 |
| Free throw % | 70 | 63 |
| Rebounds | 39 | 37 |
| Offensive rebounds | 6 | 10 |
| Defensive rebounds | 33 | 27 |
| Assists | 10 | 18 |
| Steals | 3 | 7 |
| Blocks | 2 | 7 |
| Turnovers | 13 | 5 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 7 | 13 |
| Fast-break points | 14 | 25 |
| Points in the paint | 34 | 34 |
| Fouls | 27 | 25 |
| Largest lead | 6 | 11 |
| Lead changes | 5 | 5 |
| Time in front | 14 | 75 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half40-47Xander Pintelon makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half42-47Maxim Logue makes layup (Xander Pintelon assists)
- 2nd Half42-50Je'Shawn Stevenson makes 26-foot three point jumper (David Terrell Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half42-51Je'Shawn Stevenson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half44-51Niccolo Moretti makes layup (Kanaan Carlyle assists)
- 2nd Half44-54Reece Robinson makes 24-foot three point jumper (Je'Shawn Stevenson assists)
- 2nd Half45-54Kanaan Carlyle makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half46-54Kanaan Carlyle makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half46-56Dylan Arnett makes layup (David Terrell Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half47-56Isaiah Elohim makes free throw 1 of 3
- 2nd Half48-56Isaiah Elohim makes free throw 2 of 3
- 2nd Half49-56Isaiah Elohim makes free throw 3 of 3
- 2nd Half51-56Niccolo Moretti makes driving layup
- 2nd Half52-56Niccolo Moretti makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half52-58Dylan Arnett makes layup (David Terrell Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half53-58Josiah Parker makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half55-58Isaiah Elohim makes driving layup
- 2nd Half55-60Cole Franklin makes layup (Buddy Hammer Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half56-60Amar Amkou makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half56-62Je'Shawn Stevenson makes layup
- 2nd Half56-64David Terrell Jr. makes driving layup
- 2nd Half56-65David Terrell Jr. makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half57-65Amar Amkou makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half58-65Amar Amkou makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half60-65Amar Amkou makes layup (Niccolo Moretti assists)
- 2nd Half61-65Amar Amkou makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half61-67Buddy Hammer Jr. makes 3-foot dunk (Reece Robinson assists)
- 2nd Half62-67Amar Amkou makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half63-67Amar Amkou makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half63-68Je'Shawn Stevenson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half63-69Je'Shawn Stevenson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half64-69Isaiah Elohim makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half64-70Reece Robinson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half64-71Reece Robinson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half64-72David Terrell Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half66-72Isaiah Elohim makes 3-foot dunk
- 2nd Half68-72Isaiah Elohim makes layup
- 2nd Half68-73Je'Shawn Stevenson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half70-73Devin Williams makes layup
- 2nd Half70-74Cahmai Crosby makes free throw 1 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours North Texas Mean Green, below favours Florida Atlantic Owls.
Venue
- Legacy Arena at BJCCBirmingham, AL
- OfficialsPatrick Evans, Rob Rorke, Mike Nance
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