The UAB Blazers are set to face off against the North Texas Mean Green on Saturday at 8 p.m. EST in Denton, Texas. This game promises to be an exciting matchup, featuring two teams with contrasting styles of play.
The Mean Green, who are 12-9 for the season and 3-5 in the American Athletic Conference (AAC), have been formidable at home, boasting a 9-2 record in Denton. Their strength lies in their defense, as they lead the AAC in limiting opponents to just 65.4 points per game while forcing them to shoot 41.3% from the field. Je’Shawn Stevenson has been a standout player for North Texas, averaging 17.2 points per game, including 2.4 made three-pointers.
On the other side, the UAB Blazers, with a record of 13-8 and 4-4 in conference play, are known for their high-scoring offense, averaging 82.4 points per game. Led by Chance Westry, who contributes 14.8 points and 4.5 assists per game, UAB has outscored their opponents by an average of 7.2 points this season. Daniel Rivera has also been a key player for the Blazers, averaging 13.7 points and 6.1 rebounds in recent games.
As both teams look to improve their conference standings, they will rely on their respective strengths: North Texas’s robust defense and UAB’s explosive offense. The game marks the first meeting this season between the two teams in AAC play, making it a critical showdown for both sides.
In their last ten games, the Mean Green have struggled offensively, averaging 70.3 points while allowing 66.5 points to opponents. Conversely, the Blazers have maintained a more favorable performance, winning six out of their last ten games and averaging 82.1 points per game.
Fans can expect a thrilling encounter as the Blazers’ fast-paced attack meets the Mean Green’s disciplined defensive strategy, setting the stage for an electrifying game in Denton.