North Texas Mean Green vs Charlotte 49ers Picks and Prediction for Wednesday, February 25, 2026
North Texas heads to Halton Arena for an American Athletic Conference matchup with Charlotte on Wednesday night. The Mean Green enter at 16-12 overall and 7-8 in conference play, while the 49ers sit at 14-13 overall and 8-6 in league action. Charlotte looks to strengthen its standing in the middle of the AAC race, while North Texas aims to climb back to .500 in conference play. Be a winner with our free college basketball picks.
Game Information
- Date: Wednesday, February 25
- Time: 7:00 PM ET
- Location: Halton Arena, Charlotte, NC
- TV: ESPN+
North Texas Mean Green Preview
North Texas is averaging 70.7 points per game while shooting 42.8% from the field and 29.7% from three-point range, relying on defensive pressure and rebounding to create offense. Je’Shawn Stevenson leads the team with an average of 17.4 points per contest and adds 2.1 steals per game, while David Terrell Jr. contributes 13.1 points and 4.7 assists to steady the backcourt. Dylan Arnett controls the paint with averages of 8.1 points and 6.1 rebounds per game, helping the Mean Green post 35.0 rebounds per contest. Defensively, North Texas allows just 66.8 points per game and averages 9.5 steals per contest, often turning turnovers into transition opportunities.
Injury Report: Will McClendon is out.
Key Stats – Per Game
- Points: 70.7
- Points Allowed: 66.8
- Rebounds: 35.0
- Assists: 12.4
- Steals: 9.5
- Blocks: 4.4
- Turnovers: 12.0
Charlotte 49ers Preview
Charlotte comes in scoring 73.4 points per game on 45.8% shooting from the floor and 35.5% from three-point range. Ben Bradford leads the 49ers with 12.7 points per game, while Dezayne Mingo adds 12.1 points and 4.6 assists to direct the offense. Anton Bonke provides interior production with 10.4 points and 7.9 rebounds per contest, anchoring a team that averages 34.6 boards per game. On the defensive end, Charlotte allows 73.6 points per contest and records 3.5 blocks per game, but the 49ers generate just 4.8 steals per outing and have struggled to consistently disrupt opposing offenses.
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Injury Report: David Gomez and Frank Oguche are out.
Key Stats – Per Game
- Points: 73.4
- Points Allowed: 73.6
- Rebounds: 34.6
- Assists: 12.9
- Steals: 4.8
- Blocks: 3.5
- Turnovers: 12.1
North Texas Mean Green vs Charlotte 49ers Prediction
North Texas holds the defensive advantage, allowing only 66.8 points per game compared to 73.6 from Charlotte, and the Mean Green generate far more steals to create extra possessions. While the 49ers shoot at a higher percentage overall, North Texas’ ability to pressure the ball and control the tempo will dictate the pace. The Mean Green will capitalize on turnovers and secure a key road win. Final Score Prediction: North Texas Mean Green win and cover ATS, 71-66.
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