Sat Mar 15 21:40:00 UTC 2025: **UAB Blazers to Face North Texas Mean Green in AAC Tournament Showdown**

Fort Worth, TX – The UAB Blazers (20-11, 14-5 AAC) and the North Texas Mean Green (23-7, 15-4 AAC) will clash in a highly anticipated matchup at the AAC Tournament in Fort Worth, Texas on Saturday at 5:30 p.m. EDT. This will be the third meeting between the two teams this season, with UAB winning the last encounter 64-61 on February 4th.

The game promises a compelling contrast in styles. UAB boasts a high-powered offense, averaging 83.0 points per game and shooting 46.5% from the field, led by Yaxel Lendeborg’s impressive averages of 17.1 points, 10.5 rebounds, 4.1 assists, 1.6 steals, and 1.8 blocks. North Texas, on the other hand, prides itself on a strong defense, allowing just 59.5 points per game and holding opponents to 41.2% shooting. Their offense, led by Atin Wright (15 points per game) and Brenen Lorient (11.8 points per game over the last 10), averages 68.2 points per game.

Both teams enter the tournament with strong recent form, each boasting a 7-3 record over their last 10 games. UAB’s offense has been particularly potent in that stretch, averaging 80.8 points per game, while North Texas’ defense has continued to stifle opponents, holding them to an average of 60.3 points. The matchup will be a key test for both teams’ strengths, with UAB looking to exploit North Texas’ defense and North Texas aiming to contain UAB’s high-scoring attack. The winner will advance further in the AAC Tournament.

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