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Middle Tennessee Falls 56-51 to North Texas - Recap

Rubin Jones scored 13 points leading North Texas to a 56-51 victory over Middle Tennessee at Murphy Athletic Center on Saturday.

North Texas was the ATS victor, as they covered the -3.0-point spread as a favorite.

North Texas got 11 points from Tylor Perry and another 10 points from Aaron Scott. Kai Huntsberry contributed 3 assists, while Aaron Scott cleaned the glass with 6 rebounds.

Middle Tennessee got a 13-point performance from Deandre Dishman, who was supported by 11 points from Eli Lawrence. Camryn Weston had 4 assists in a losing cause for Middle Tennessee, while Eli Lawrence grabbed 6 rebounds.

North Texas was losing at the break before taking care of business in the second half.

North Texas had a 27-22 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.

North Texas looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Louisiana Tech. Middle Tennessee will aim to get back on the winning track at Rice.