North Texas at Tulsa

North Texas has a winning record, anchored by a defense ranked No. 1 in the American Athletic Conference in points allowed (64.6 per game), shooting allowed (.408), and 3-point defense (.292). They're also second in turnover margin (+3.10). North Texas is on a 7-2 ATS run, including 6-1 ATS as a dog. Tulsa is on a 3-5 ATS run as a favorite. These strong defensive teams met a few weeks ago, with North Texas winning 72-67 as an underdog, and this shapes up as another close one. Play North Texas.