North Texas Mean Green Defeats UAB Blazers 62-58
Sunday, March 1, 2026, 12:00 PM ET · Bartow Arena
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Who won North Texas Mean Green vs UAB Blazers?
North Texas Mean Green beat UAB Blazers 62-58 at Bartow Arena on March 1, 2026.
Who was favored in North Texas Mean Green vs UAB Blazers?
UAB Blazers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -218 (about 69% implied). The underdog won.
In a closely contested matchup, the North Texas Mean Green emerged victorious against the UAB Blazers with a final score of 62-58 at Bartow Arena. This result marks a significant win for North Texas, who had previously lost to UAB in their last encounter just a month earlier, on February 1, where they fell 72-68. The victory improves North Texas's head-to-head record against UAB to 4-1 over their last five meetings, showcasing their ability to adapt and overcome previous defeats.
Both teams entered the game with contrasting recent forms. UAB had a record of 6-4 in their last ten games, riding a two-game winning streak prior to this match. They averaged 72.8 points scored per game while allowing 73.3 points. Their home record was notably weaker, standing at 1-4 in their last five games at Bartow Arena. North Texas, on the other hand, had a record of 4-6 in their last ten, with their recent performance characterized by a single loss, averaging 72.1 points scored and allowed. Their away record was 2-3, indicating a struggle to secure wins on the road.
The odds from DraftKings favored UAB with a spread of -4.5, suggesting that they were expected to win by a narrow margin. The total points for the game were set at 142.5, with over odds at -108.0 and under odds at -112.0. The moneyline reflected this expectation, with UAB at -218.0 and North Texas at 180.0.
The game itself was a back-and-forth affair, with both teams exchanging leads throughout. UAB initially held a slight edge but could not maintain it as North Texas made critical plays in the second half. Notable scoring plays included Evan Chatman's driving layup, which kept North Texas in contention, and Je'Shawn Stevenson’s crucial 11-foot pullup jump shot that gave the Mean Green a lead late in the game. Cole Franklin sealed the victory with a 25-foot three-point jumper, extending North Texas's lead to four points.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details, but both teams have had their share of challenges throughout the season. The conditions at Bartow Arena were typical for a college basketball game, with a charged atmosphere as fans supported their respective teams.
As the game unfolded, viewers were treated to a display of strategic plays and critical moments, particularly in the second half where the scoring intensified. The final moments were particularly tense, as UAB attempted to rally back but ultimately fell short.
Overall, this matchup highlighted the competitive nature of the NCAAB season, with North Texas proving their resilience and ability to bounce back from earlier setbacks against UAB.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | UAB -4.5 | 142.5 o -108 / u -112 | North Texas Mean Green +180 · UAB Blazers -218 |
Leaders
- PointsChance Westry17UAB Blazers
- AssistsChance Westry4UAB Blazers
- ReboundsEvan Chatman15UAB Blazers
- PointsDavid Terrell Jr.17North Texas Mean Green
- AssistsDavid Terrell Jr.3North Texas Mean Green
- ReboundsBuddy Hammer Jr.8North Texas Mean Green
Recent form
UAB Blazers
Last 10: 6-4Streak W272.8 scored · 73.3 allowed per game1-4 at home
- W78-67at Memphis TigersFeb 22
- W76-71at Temple OwlsFeb 19
- L54-55vs Tulane Green WaveFeb 15
- W68-63at Tulsa Golden HurricaneFeb 12
- W71-65vs Rice OwlsFeb 8
- L80-90vs Memphis TigersFeb 6
- W72-68at North Texas Mean GreenFeb 1
- W83-73at UTSA RoadrunnersJan 29
- L69-82vs South Florida BullsJan 23
- L77-99vs Tulsa Golden HurricaneJan 18
North Texas Mean Green
Last 10: 4-6Streak L172.1 scored · 72.1 allowed per game2-3 away
- 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
- L66-82at Tulsa Golden HurricaneJan 29
- L59-63vs East Carolina PiratesJan 23
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 | North Texas Mean Green | UAB Blazers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 25-60 | 20-51 |
| Field goal % | 42 | 39 |
| Three-pointers | 6-17 | 5-20 |
| Three-point % | 35 | 25 |
| Free throws | 6-10 | 13-20 |
| Free throw % | 60 | 65 |
| Rebounds | 35 | 35 |
| Offensive rebounds | 9 | 8 |
| Defensive rebounds | 26 | 27 |
| Assists | 11 | 6 |
| Steals | 7 | 3 |
| Blocks | 2 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 8 | 12 |
| Team turnovers | 2 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 12 | 2 |
| Fast-break points | 7 | 11 |
| Points in the paint | 36 | 26 |
| Fouls | 16 | 11 |
| Largest lead | 4 | 9 |
| Lead changes | 9 | 9 |
| Time in front | 17 | 68 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half21-30Evan Chatman makes 16-foot jumper (Chance Westry assists)
- 2nd Half22-30Reece Robinson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half23-30Reece Robinson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half25-30Reece Robinson makes layup (Cole Franklin assists)
- 2nd Half25-32Chance Westry makes driving layup
- 2nd Half27-32Reece Robinson makes layup (David Terrell Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half29-32David Terrell Jr. makes driving layup
- 2nd Half30-32David Terrell Jr. makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half30-33Quaran McPherson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half30-34Quaran McPherson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half32-34Reece Robinson makes layup
- 2nd Half32-35Daniel Rivera makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half32-38Dayjaun Anderson makes 27-foot three pointer
- 2nd Half33-38David Terrell Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half35-38David Terrell Jr. makes driving layup
- 2nd Half35-39Quaran McPherson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half35-40Quaran McPherson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half37-40Buddy Hammer Jr. makes 2-foot dunk (David Terrell Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half39-40Reece Robinson makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half39-41Chance Westry makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half41-41EJ Horton makes driving layup
- 2nd Half43-41David Terrell Jr. makes driving layup
- 2nd Half43-44Dayjaun Anderson makes 28-foot three point jumper (Jacob Meyer assists)
- 2nd Half46-44Je'Shawn Stevenson makes 26-foot three point jumper (Dylan Arnett assists)
- 2nd Half46-47Dayjaun Anderson makes 29-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half46-49Dayjaun Anderson makes 7-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half46-51Chance Westry makes layup
- 2nd Half49-51David Terrell Jr. makes 29-foot three point jumper (Je'Shawn Stevenson assists)
- 2nd Half51-51David Terrell Jr. makes layup
- 2nd Half51-53Chance Westry makes driving layup
- 2nd Half52-53David Terrell Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half53-53David Terrell Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half53-55Evan Chatman makes driving layup
- 2nd Half53-56Chance Westry makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half55-56Reece Robinson makes layup
- 2nd Half57-56Je'Shawn Stevenson makes 11-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half57-57Salim London makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half57-58Salim London makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half59-58Je'Shawn Stevenson makes driving layup
- 2nd Half62-58Cole Franklin makes 25-foot three point jumper (David Terrell Jr. assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours UAB Blazers, below favours North Texas Mean Green.
Venue
- Bartow ArenaBirmingham, AL
- Attendance3537
- OfficialsByron Jarrett, Brian Dorsey, K.B. Burdett Jr.
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