North Texas Edges Loyola Chicago in Close Contest
Sunday, November 9, 2025, 5:00 PM ET · Now Arena
North Texas Mean Green 64, Loyola Chicago Ramblers 62, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won North Texas Mean Green vs Loyola Chicago Ramblers?
North Texas Mean Green beat Loyola Chicago Ramblers 64-62 at Now Arena on November 9, 2025.
In a tightly contested matchup, the North Texas Mean Green narrowly defeated the Loyola Chicago Ramblers with a final score of 64-62. This game showcased the resilience of North Texas, who entered the contest with an undefeated away record of 3-0, while Loyola Chicago struggled at home with a record of 1-2. The game took place at Now Arena, a venue that has seen its share of thrilling basketball moments.
North Texas has been in solid form, boasting an overall record of 8-2 in their last ten games, with a current winning streak of two. They have averaged 70.3 points while allowing only 59.0 points per game during this stretch. In their most recent outing, they convincingly defeated the Northwestern State Demons 80-53, demonstrating their scoring prowess and defensive capabilities. Conversely, Loyola Chicago has had a mixed bag of results, with a 7-3 record in their last ten games, but they are currently on a one-game losing streak. The Ramblers averaged 73.6 points scored and 70.6 points allowed during this period, but their recent performance included a disappointing 65-73 loss to the Mercyhurst Lakers.
When looking at home versus away performance, North Texas has excelled on the road, holding a 2-1 record away from home, while Loyola Chicago has struggled, managing only a 1-2 record at home. This disparity in performance may have contributed to North Texas's ability to secure the win in a hostile environment.
The two teams have faced each other previously, but specific details about past meetings were not provided in the block. However, the current matchup proved to be a nail-biter, with the score remaining close throughout. Key moments in the second half included a series of free throws by David Terrell Jr., which helped North Texas regain and maintain their lead late in the game.
In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any players missing from either team, meaning both squads likely entered the game at full strength, which is crucial for maintaining competitive integrity.
The betting market reflected the competitive nature of the game, with the home win probability for Loyola Chicago listed at 0.0, indicating that North Texas was favored to win. This aligns with their strong away record and recent form.
Conditions during the game were not detailed, but given the time of year and typical indoor basketball settings, it can be assumed that the environment was conducive to a high-energy performance from both teams.
Viewers watching the game were treated to a display of clutch free-throw shooting, particularly from North Texas's David Terrell Jr., who played a pivotal role in the final moments. The game was characterized by its back-and-forth nature, with both teams exchanging leads and showcasing their defensive skills.
Overall, this matchup highlighted the competitive spirit of college basketball, with North Texas continuing their strong start to the season while Loyola Chicago will look to bounce back from this narrow defeat.
Leaders
- PointsChuck Love12Loyola Chicago Ramblers
- AssistsKymany Houinsou4Loyola Chicago Ramblers
- ReboundsChuck Love7Loyola Chicago Ramblers
- PointsJe'Shawn Stevenson23North Texas Mean Green
- AssistsDavid Terrell Jr.4North Texas Mean Green
- ReboundsReece Robinson6North Texas Mean Green
Recent form
Loyola Chicago Ramblers
Last 10: 7-3Streak L173.6 scored · 70.6 allowed per game5-1 at home
- L65-73vs Mercyhurst LakersNov 7
- W91-88vs Cleveland State VikingsNov 4
- L55-62at VCU RamsMar 15
- W72-64vs Saint Louis BillikensMar 14
- W74-51at Massachusetts MinutemenMar 8
- W82-72vs Davidson WildcatsMar 6
- L67-98at Saint Louis BillikensMar 1
- W77-57vs George Washington RevolutionariesFeb 27
- W76-72vs Dayton FlyersFeb 22
- W77-69at Davidson WildcatsFeb 19
North Texas Mean Green
Last 10: 8-2Streak W270.3 scored · 59 allowed per game2-1 away
- W80-53vs Northwestern State DemonsNov 7
- W88-54vs New Mexico Highlands CowboysNov 4
- L56-66vs UAB BlazersMar 15
- W77-59vs Tulsa Golden HurricaneMar 14
- L61-66at Temple OwlsMar 9
- W75-64vs Charlotte 49ersMar 7
- W68-66vs Wichita State ShockersMar 4
- W71-61at Florida Atlantic OwlsFeb 28
- W64-57at South Florida BullsFeb 23
- W63-44vs Tulsa Golden HurricaneFeb 20
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 |
| Saint Louis | 29-6 | - | 15-3 |
| VCU | 28-8 | - | 15-3 |
| Saint Joseph's | 24-12 | 2 | 13-5 |
| Dayton | 25-12 | 3 | 12-6 |
| George Mason | 23-10 | 4 | 11-7 |
| Davidson | 20-14 | 5 | 10-8 |
| Duquesne | 18-15 | 6 | 9-9 |
| George Washington | 19-16 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Fordham | 17-15 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Rhode Island | 16-16 | 8 | 7-11 |
| Richmond | 15-17 | 10 | 5-13 |
| La Salle | 9-23 | 10 | 5-13 |
| St. Bonaventure | 17-17 | 11 | 4-14 |
| Loyola Chicago | 9-24 | 11 | 4-14 |
Box score
| Stat | North Texas Mean Green | Loyola Chicago Ramblers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 19-53 | 18-55 |
| Field goal % | 36 | 33 |
| Three-pointers | 4-15 | 5-26 |
| Three-point % | 27 | 19 |
| Free throws | 22-27 | 21-31 |
| Free throw % | 81 | 68 |
| Rebounds | 41 | 40 |
| Offensive rebounds | 13 | 16 |
| Defensive rebounds | 28 | 24 |
| Assists | 8 | 12 |
| Steals | 8 | 5 |
| Blocks | 11 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 12 | 13 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 12 | 8 |
| Fast-break points | 9 | 9 |
| Points in the paint | 28 | 24 |
| Fouls | 23 | 21 |
| Largest lead | 14 | 5 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half34-29Deywilk Tavarez made Layup. Assisted by Miles Rubin.
- 2nd Half36-29Je'Shawn Stevenson made Dunk. Assisted by Demarion Watson.
- 2nd Half36-31Deywilk Tavarez made Jumper.
- 2nd Half36-32Deywilk Tavarez made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half36-33Miles Rubin made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half37-33Will McClendon made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half37-34Kymany Houinsou made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half40-34Je'Shawn Stevenson made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Cole Franklin.
- 2nd Half40-37Kayde Dotson made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Kymany Houinsou.
- 2nd Half40-38Deywilk Tavarez made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half40-39Deywilk Tavarez made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half43-39Will McClendon made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by David Terrell Jr..
- 2nd Half43-41Deywilk Tavarez made Layup. Assisted by Miles Rubin.
- 2nd Half43-43Chuck Love made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half43-44Chuck Love made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half43-46Chuck Love made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half45-46Dylan Arnett made Layup.
- 2nd Half45-48Chuck Love made Layup.
- 2nd Half47-48Dylan Arnett made Jumper.
- 2nd Half47-49Deywilk Tavarez made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half47-50Deywilk Tavarez made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half47-51Kayde Dotson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half47-52Kayde Dotson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half50-52David Terrell Jr. made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half50-55Joshua Ola-Joseph made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Chuck Love.
- 2nd Half52-55Reece Robinson made Layup. Assisted by David Terrell Jr..
- 2nd Half53-55Je'Shawn Stevenson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half54-55Je'Shawn Stevenson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half55-55Je'Shawn Stevenson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half55-57Miles Rubin made Layup. Assisted by Justin Moore.
- 2nd Half57-57Je'Shawn Stevenson made Layup.
- 2nd Half57-58Miles Rubin made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half57-59Miles Rubin made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half58-59David Terrell Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half59-59David Terrell Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half60-59David Terrell Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half62-59David Terrell Jr. made Layup.
- 2nd Half62-60Kayde Dotson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half62-62Kymany Houinsou made Layup.
- 2nd Half64-62Dylan Arnett made Jumper.
Win probability
Above the line favours Loyola Chicago Ramblers, below favours North Texas Mean Green.
Venue
- Now ArenaHoffman Estates, IL
- Attendance789
- OfficialsTim Clougherty, Michael Luckie, Evon Burroughs
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