| MATCHUP | Tulane Green Wave | North Texas Mean Green |
|---|---|---|
| Team Records | 15-10 | 15-11 |
| Where | The Super Pit, Denton, TX | |
| When | Thursday, February 19, 2026 | |
| Time | 09:00 PM EST | |
| TV | ESPN2 | |
In this article we will formulate a Tulane vs North Texas prediction for this College Basketball game on Thursday, February 19th at The Super Pit in Denton, Texas. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.
Tulane Green Wave Betting Preview
The Tulane Green Wave are 15-10 (6-6) this season after they defeated UAB by a score of 55-54 in their last game. Tulane led 36-26 at halftime, but they were outscored 28-19 in the second half in the very close win. The Green Wave shot 36% from the field, 29% on three pointers, and 100% on free throws in the game. Rowan Brumbaugh led Tulane with 17 points and eight rebounds, while Asher Woods added 14 points and five rebounds in the win.
Prior to that game, Tulane defeated Temple by a score of 77-66, but lost to Wichita State by a score of 75-61 before that. The Green Wave have scored 72.7 points per game with 31.1 rebounds and 12.9 assists per game, while they have allowed 73.6 points against per game this season. Rowan Brumbaugh is averaging 18.9 points and 5.1 rebounds per game, while Asher Woods is averaging 12.6 points and 3.3 rebounds per game for the Green Wave. Tulane is shooting 42.9% from the field, 76.7% on free throws, and 31.9% on three pointers this season.
North Texas Mean Green Betting Preview
The North Texas Mean Green are 15-11 (6-7) this year after they defeated Temple by a score of 65-62 in their last game. North Texas trailed 28-22 at halftime, but they scored 43 points in the second half to get the win. The Mean Green shot 39% from the field, 15% on three pointers, and 75% on free throws in the game. Dylan Arnett led UNT with 14 points and six rebounds, while Je’Shawn Stevenson added 13 points and two rebounds in the win.
Prior to that game, North Texas defeated Memphis by a score of 76-69 and UTSA by a score of 81-58. The Mean Green have scored 70.6 points per game with 34.7 rebounds and 12.5 assists per game, while they have allowed 66.2 points against per game this season. Je’Shawn Stevenson is averaging 16.8 points and 3.3 rebounds per game, while David Terrell Jr is averaging 12.7 points and 4.6 assists per game for the Mean Green. North Texas is shooting 42.8% from the field, 70.0% on free throws, and 29.7% on three pointers this year.
Why the North Texas Mean Green will win
- North Texas has won each of its last 12 Thursday games.
- Tulane has lost 16 of its last 17 Thursday night games against Conference opponents.
- Tulane has lost the first half in five of its last six night games against the American Conference.
Why the Tulane Green Wave will win
- Tulane has won three of its last four games.
- North Texas has lost three of its last four night games against non-AP-ranked opponents.
Total Points Facts
- Each of Tulane’s last eight night games against the American Conference have produced a total of 137+ points.
- Each of North Texas’ last six night games against non-AP-ranked opponents have produced a total of 140+ points.
Tulane vs North Texas Prediction
North Texas comes into this matchup on a three game winning streak and they will be at home for this one. The Mean Green are shooting just 43% from the field this year, but they have allowed fewer than 70 points in three straight games. Tulane has won three of their last four games, but only scored 55 points last time out. The Green Wave are shooting 43% from the field and they have allowed 75+ points in three of their last five. Take North Texas to cover, as they are starting to gain some serious momentum.