North Texas vs South Alabama Prediction 12/14/2025 Today’s College Basketball Picks

The South Alabama Jaguars and the North Texas Mean Green will meet on Sunday evening in a non‑conference matchup at the Mitchell Center in Mobile, Alabama.

South Alabama Jaguars Betting Preview

The South Alabama Jaguars enter Sunday night’s contest with an 8–2 win‑loss record, including a 2–0 mark at home. The Jaguars have compiled wins over Toledo, Alcorn State, Spring Hill, Central Michigan, Coppin State, Jacksonville State, UTSA, and New Mexico State, while dropping games to UAB and the East Tennessee State Buccaneers. In the South Alabama Jaguars 77–75 win over the New Mexico State Aggies earlier this month, forward Adam Olsen tallied 21 points on 6 of 10 shooting from the field and 3 of 6 from three-point range, showcasing his ability to stretch defenses with perimeter shooting.

The South Alabama Jaguars average 73 points on 46.4 percent shooting from the field and 34.3 percent shooting from three‑point range per game. Defensively, the Jaguars are allowing opponents 71 points per game.

Junior forward Adam Olsen leads the South Alabama Jaguars frontcourt averaging 16.1 points, 3.2 rebounds, 1.2 assists and 1 steal per game. Senior guard Chaze Harris adds 14.4 points, 4.7 rebounds and 5.3 assists per contest. Senior forward Peyton Law provides 12.8 points, 5.9 rebounds, 1 assist and 0.7 blocks per game.

North Texas Men Green Betting Preview

The North Texas Mean Green enter Sunday’s contest with a 7–3 record, including a 2–2 mark on the road. The Mean Green have compiled wins over Northwestern State, Loyola Chicago, and the Eastern Washington Eagles, while losing games to Oregon State, Saint Mary’s and the TCU Horned Frogs. In the North Texas Mean Green’s 77-75 win over the Houston Christian Eagles 11 days ago, forward Reece Robinson amassed 16 points, 9 rebounds and 1 block illustrating his ability to play well in the paint.

The North Texas Mean Green average 68.2 points on 43 percent shooting from the field and 34.3 percent shooting from three‑point range per game. On the defensive side of the basketball, the Mean Green are allowing opponents 66.3 points per game which ranks 30th in the country.

Sophomore guard Je’Shawn Stevenson leads the North Texas Mean Green averaging 16 points, 3.3 rebounds and 1.9 assists per game. Senior guard Will McClendon contributes 13 points, 4 rebounds and 2.5 assists per contest. Senior forward Dylan Arnett averages 8.3 points, 6.3 rebounds and 1.2 blocks per game.

Why the South Alabama Jaguars Will Win

•            Home advantage. The South Alabama Jaguars are unbeaten at the Mitchell Center (2-0) this season.

•            Balanced scoring. Adam Olsen, Chaze Harris and Peyton Law combine for over 43 points per game.

•            Momentum. The South Alabama Jaguars have won two of the team’s last three games played this season.

Why the North Texas Mean Green Will Win

•            Explosive guard play. Guards Je’Shawn Stevenson and Will McClendon form a dynamic backcourt.

•            Interior scoring. Senior forward Dylan Arnett provides consistent production in the paint.

•            Quality defense. The North Texas Mean Green are allowing opponents 66.3 points per game which ranks 30th in the nation.

South Alabama vs. North Texas Prediction

This matchup features South Alabama’s balanced scoring attack against the North Texas Mean guard driven offense and quality defense. I expect the Jaguars to lean on Olsen’s perimeter shooting and Harris’ playmaking to control tempo, while the Mean Green will rely on Stevenson’s scoring to keep pace.

South Alabama’s ability to defend the perimeter and convert turnovers into transition points should prove critical. With Olsen orchestrating the offense and Law anchoring the paint, the Jaguars have the tools to extend the margin late. With that said, I am backing the North Texas Mean Green plus the 2.5 points in this one.

Hans Geevers's Pick: North Texas +2.5