This matchup between North Texas and High Point sets up as a low-scoring, defensive battle. North Texas boasts an elite defense, allowing just 56.3 points per game, which ranks 2nd in the nation. Their slow tempo, averaging 95.7 points per 100 possessions (193rd nationally), further limits scoring opportunities. Offensively, the Mean Green struggle, shooting only 41.6% from the field and averaging 66.4 points per game, with leading scorer Atin Wright contributing a modest 13.2 points per game.

High Point’s defense is also strong, ranking 58th nationally by allowing 65.3 points per game, which should pair with North Texas’ offensive inefficiencies to suppress scoring. North Texas has consistently hit the Under in 6 of 8 games this season, with their contests averaging just 122.7 total points, well below tonight’s total of 128.5. In their last outing, the Mean Green were involved in another low-scoring affair, falling 61-57 to Utah State, showcasing their defensive focus but lack of offensive firepower.

With North Texas’ elite defense, slow pace, and offensive struggles, combined with High Point’s solid defense, this game projects as another grind-it-out contest. The Under 128.5 is a strong play in this matchup.