Preview: Science & Arts at North Texas

North Texas Takes Aim at Non-Conference Resume Building in Crucial Matchup Against Science & Arts

As the regular season heats up, North Texas is poised to make a statement against an intriguing opponent in Science & Arts. The Mean Green, currently ranked 139th nationally, will look to bolster their non-conference resume with a win against a team that's equally eager to make a splash.

Science & Arts, the defending national champion of the NAIA Division I Men's Basketball Tournament, brings a wealth of experience and talent to the table. The Ducks boast a formidable offense, which has averaged over 74 points per game this season, while their defense has been stingy, allowing opponents to score just 61.5 points per contest.

The key matchup figures to be a battle between North Texas's dynamic duo of Je'Shawn Stevenson and David Terrell Jr. and Science & Arts's trio of sharpshooters. Stevenson, the Mean Green's leading scorer at 15.6 points per game, will face off against opposing forces for the first time this season, while Terrell Jr., the team's top playmaker, will look to exploit the Ducks' relatively thin bench.

However, tempo control could prove to be the x-factor in this matchup. Science & Arts has been known for its aggressive tempo, which has allowed them to outscore opponents by an average margin of 10 points per game. If North Texas can slow down their pace and capitalize on Science & Arts's defensive vulnerabilities, they may just find themselves on the winning end.

This one is shaping up to be a real barnburner, with both teams eager to make a statement in non-conference play. The stage is set for an instant classic at The Super Pit, where North Texas will look to build momentum as they prepare for the American Athletic Conference slate.