NCAAB · Final

North Texas Edges Rice in Close Contest

Wednesday, March 4, 2026, 8:00 PM ET · The Super Pit

North Texas Mean Green 62, Rice Owls 58, 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 Rice Owls vs North Texas Mean Green?

North Texas Mean Green beat Rice Owls 62-58 at The Super Pit on March 4, 2026.

Who was favored in Rice Owls vs North Texas Mean Green?

North Texas Mean Green were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -298 (about 75% implied). The favorite won.

In a tightly contested matchup, the North Texas Mean Green narrowly defeated the Rice Owls 62-58 at The Super Pit. This game was significant as it showcased the resilience of North Texas, who improved their record to 19-13, while Rice fell to 12-19. The victory for North Texas came after a recent loss to Rice earlier in the season, making this win a crucial redemption for the Mean Green.

Both teams entered the game with mixed results in their recent outings. North Texas had a record of 5-5 over their last ten games, with an average of 72.4 points scored and 71.6 points allowed. They were coming off a win against UAB Blazers, where they secured a 62-58 victory. In contrast, Rice had a record of 4-6 in their last ten games, averaging 75.2 points scored but allowing 78.6 points. They came into this game on the heels of a win against Temple Owls, where they triumphed 80-74.

At home, North Texas has maintained a record of 2-2 in their last four games, while their away record stands at 3-3. Rice, on the other hand, has struggled on the road, finishing with a 2-3 record in their last five away games. The previous meetings between the two teams had seen North Texas winning two out of three encounters, with their last matchup resulting in a loss for the Mean Green, 83-86, on February 5, 2026.

In terms of injuries, the block does not specify any players missing from either side, indicating both teams were likely at full strength for this matchup. The betting odds from DraftKings had North Texas favored by 6.5 points, with the total set at 137.5. The odds reflected a strong belief in North Texas's ability to secure a win, with a moneyline of -298 for the home team and +240 for Rice.

The game conditions were typical for indoor basketball, with no adverse weather factors affecting play. Fans were treated to a competitive atmosphere as both teams fought for every point. Key moments included Josiah Shackleford's tip-in layup and Trae Broadnax's free throws, which kept the game close in the second half.

As the game progressed, North Texas managed to hold onto their lead, with crucial free throws from Je'Shawn Stevenson and David Terrell Jr. in the closing moments sealing the victory. The final scoring plays highlighted the tension of the match, as both teams exchanged baskets in a bid to gain the upper hand. Ultimately, North Texas's defense proved pivotal in the final stretch, allowing them to secure the win and finish the game with a final score of 62-58.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	UNT -6.5	137.5 o -108 / u -112	Rice Owls +240 · North Texas Mean Green -298

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Leaders

PointsDavid Terrell Jr.15North Texas Mean Green
AssistsDavid Terrell Jr.6North Texas Mean Green
ReboundsJosiah Shackleford10North Texas Mean Green
PointsJalen Smith18Rice Owls
AssistsStephen Giwa3Rice Owls
ReboundsAndrew Akuchie8Rice Owls

Recent form

North Texas Mean Green

Last 10: 5-5Streak W172.4 scored · 71.6 allowed per game2-2 at home

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
L66-82at Tulsa Golden HurricaneJan 29

Rice Owls

Last 10: 4-6Streak W175.2 scored · 78.6 allowed per game2-3 away

W80-74at Temple OwlsMar 1
L56-75vs South Florida BullsFeb 26
L75-81at Tulane Green WaveFeb 22
L75-85vs East Carolina PiratesFeb 14
W81-73vs Florida Atlantic OwlsFeb 12
L65-71at UAB BlazersFeb 8
W86-83vs North Texas Mean GreenFeb 5
L70-80at Charlotte 49ersJan 31
W83-77at East Carolina PiratesJan 29
L81-87vs Tulsa Golden HurricaneJan 24

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	Rice Owls	North Texas Mean Green
Field goals	21-58	23-54
Field goal %	36	43
Three-pointers	10-31	4-16
Three-point %	32	25
Free throws	6-15	12-21
Free throw %	40	57
Rebounds	44	36
Offensive rebounds	19	12
Defensive rebounds	25	24
Assists	9	8
Steals	2	10
Blocks	3	5
Turnovers	15	9
Team turnovers	0	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	7	20
Fast-break points	0	15
Points in the paint	16	34
Fouls	16	17
Largest lead	17	4
Lead changes	4	4
Time in front	86	12

How the scoring went

1st Half33-16Jalen Smith makes 24-foot three pointer (Stephen Giwa assists)
1st Half33-18Josiah Shackleford makes 2-foot dunk (Je'Shawn Stevenson assists)
1st Half33-20David Terrell Jr. makes layup
1st Half33-23Reece Robinson makes 22-foot three point jumper (David Terrell Jr. assists)
2nd Half35-23Stephen Giwa makes layup
2nd Half35-25David Terrell Jr. makes 4-foot dunk
2nd Half38-25Jalen Smith makes 24-foot three point jumper (Trae Broadnax assists)
2nd Half38-27Buddy Hammer Jr. makes 6-foot jumper
2nd Half38-28Buddy Hammer Jr. makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half40-28Trae Broadnax makes 11-foot step back jumpshot
2nd Half40-31EJ Horton makes 28-foot three pointer (David Terrell Jr. assists)
2nd Half42-31Trae Broadnax makes 14-foot step back jumpshot
2nd Half42-33David Terrell Jr. makes layup
2nd Half45-33Nick Anderson makes 23-foot three pointer (Cam Carroll assists)
2nd Half47-33Jalen Smith makes 15-foot pullup jump shot
2nd Half47-34Buddy Hammer Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half47-35Buddy Hammer Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half47-37Je'Shawn Stevenson makes driving layup
2nd Half49-37Andrew Akuchie makes 2-foot turnaround jump shot
2nd Half49-39Je'Shawn Stevenson makes driving layup
2nd Half49-42Je'Shawn Stevenson makes 27-foot three pointer (Josiah Shackleford assists)
2nd Half49-45Je'Shawn Stevenson makes 25-foot three pointer (David Terrell Jr. assists)
2nd Half49-47David Terrell Jr. makes 2-foot dunk
2nd Half50-47Jalen Smith makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half52-47Andrew Akuchie makes 0-foot tip in dunk
2nd Half52-48Josiah Shackleford makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half52-49Josiah Shackleford makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half52-50Josiah Shackleford makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half54-50Jimmy Oladokun Jr. makes 4-foot turnaround jump shot
2nd Half54-52David Terrell Jr. makes driving layup
2nd Half54-54Je'Shawn Stevenson makes driving layup
2nd Half54-55Je'Shawn Stevenson makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half54-57Josiah Shackleford makes 0-foot tip in layup
2nd Half55-57Trae Broadnax makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half56-57Trae Broadnax makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half56-59Josiah Shackleford makes 11-foot turnaround jump shot
2nd Half58-59Nick Anderson makes 0-foot tip in dunk
2nd Half58-60Je'Shawn Stevenson makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half58-61Je'Shawn Stevenson makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half58-62David Terrell Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2