Sunday, November 14
Springfield, MO
1 p.m.
University of North Texas
-21,00 CUSA
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Missouri State
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North Texas Falls to Missouri State, 56-50
11/14/2021 4:49:00 PM | Women's Basketball
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. – The North Texas women's basketball team fell to Missouri State on Sunday, 56-50. It was a defensive battle that included eight lead changes.
Missouri State jumped out to a quick lead, but the Mean Green grabbed some momentum back at the end of the first quarter. The first quarter was sloppy for both clubs, with 11 turnovers between the two of them. Missouri State led, 20-14.
Jazion Jackson was all over the court with nine points and three rebounds in the first half. Transfer, Jaylen Mallard provided a spark for the Mean Green with 11 minutes off the bench and six points. Quincy Noble just couldn't get things going on the offensive end of the floor, shooting only 25% on eight attempts. As tough as things were, UNT grabbed the lead for the first time with 1:39 in the second quarter. North Texas took a 30-28 lead into the break.
The Lady Bears jumped the Mean Green at halftime and head coach Jalie Mitchell made a line change. The reserves held serve for the starters that needed a much-needed breather. Madison Townley kept UNT in the game with a couple baseline jumpers, Missouri State led 46-41 at the end of the third.
The fourth quarter was tight, but the Mean Green couldn't get over the hump offensively. UNT cut it to three with 4:37 to go. However, North Texas endured a four and half minute scoring drought that put the final dagger in them. Jackson and Townley were the only scorers to reach double figures. Jackson tied a career-high with eight rebounds.
QUOTING HEAD COACH MITCHELL
"I didn't think this was a great game for either team. I think there was a few things we could've done to change the outcome of the game. We must be able to capitalize on the easy things like layups and free throws. I also think it's extremely important for us to take care of the ball better. I don't think we were exposed on that today, but it has shown up in our other two wins. Valuing the ball is something we need to work on as a team. That will be the difference in how things go moving forward."
UP NEXT
The Mean Green will get a few days of rest before hosting UT-Arlington in the Super Pit on Nov. 20 at 3:30 p.m. (CT). It is the canned food drive that is hosted by the UNT Food Pantry. Fans that bring 10 canned items to the game will receive free admission.
QUICK HITTERS FROM THE MISSOURI STATE GAME
- Jackson has registered double figures for the third consecutive contest.
- Jackson and Townley were the only players to register double figures.
- Jackson tied a career-high with eight boards.
- As a team North Texas had four players pull down seven rebounds each.
- North Texas held Missouri State to 31.4% from the floor, 13.6% from deep, respectively.
- Gamez, Jackson, Lampkin, Noble and Townley all started.
SEASON TABS
- North Texas was voted to finish third in the Preseason Coaches' Poll, which is the highest under coach Mitchell.
- UNT's 93 points broke a school record for most points scored in a season opener.
- The 14 made 3-pointers from the Howard game broke a school record for most in a game.
- Coach Mitchell is 15 wins from the 100-career victory mark at North Texas.
FOLLOW US
Please make sure to follow North Texas women's basketball on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter (@MeanGreenWBB) for news and updates all season long.
TICKET INFORMATION
Tickets for the 2021 season are available now. Any ticket-related questions may be directed to the Mean Green Athletics Ticket Office via email at ticketoffice@unt.edu or by phone at (940) 565-2527.
Missouri State jumped out to a quick lead, but the Mean Green grabbed some momentum back at the end of the first quarter. The first quarter was sloppy for both clubs, with 11 turnovers between the two of them. Missouri State led, 20-14.
Jazion Jackson was all over the court with nine points and three rebounds in the first half. Transfer, Jaylen Mallard provided a spark for the Mean Green with 11 minutes off the bench and six points. Quincy Noble just couldn't get things going on the offensive end of the floor, shooting only 25% on eight attempts. As tough as things were, UNT grabbed the lead for the first time with 1:39 in the second quarter. North Texas took a 30-28 lead into the break.
The Lady Bears jumped the Mean Green at halftime and head coach Jalie Mitchell made a line change. The reserves held serve for the starters that needed a much-needed breather. Madison Townley kept UNT in the game with a couple baseline jumpers, Missouri State led 46-41 at the end of the third.
The fourth quarter was tight, but the Mean Green couldn't get over the hump offensively. UNT cut it to three with 4:37 to go. However, North Texas endured a four and half minute scoring drought that put the final dagger in them. Jackson and Townley were the only scorers to reach double figures. Jackson tied a career-high with eight rebounds.
QUOTING HEAD COACH MITCHELL
"I didn't think this was a great game for either team. I think there was a few things we could've done to change the outcome of the game. We must be able to capitalize on the easy things like layups and free throws. I also think it's extremely important for us to take care of the ball better. I don't think we were exposed on that today, but it has shown up in our other two wins. Valuing the ball is something we need to work on as a team. That will be the difference in how things go moving forward."
UP NEXT
The Mean Green will get a few days of rest before hosting UT-Arlington in the Super Pit on Nov. 20 at 3:30 p.m. (CT). It is the canned food drive that is hosted by the UNT Food Pantry. Fans that bring 10 canned items to the game will receive free admission.
QUICK HITTERS FROM THE MISSOURI STATE GAME
- Jackson has registered double figures for the third consecutive contest.
- Jackson and Townley were the only players to register double figures.
- Jackson tied a career-high with eight boards.
- As a team North Texas had four players pull down seven rebounds each.
- North Texas held Missouri State to 31.4% from the floor, 13.6% from deep, respectively.
- Gamez, Jackson, Lampkin, Noble and Townley all started.
SEASON TABS
- North Texas was voted to finish third in the Preseason Coaches' Poll, which is the highest under coach Mitchell.
- UNT's 93 points broke a school record for most points scored in a season opener.
- The 14 made 3-pointers from the Howard game broke a school record for most in a game.
- Coach Mitchell is 15 wins from the 100-career victory mark at North Texas.
FOLLOW US
Please make sure to follow North Texas women's basketball on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter (@MeanGreenWBB) for news and updates all season long.
TICKET INFORMATION
Tickets for the 2021 season are available now. Any ticket-related questions may be directed to the Mean Green Athletics Ticket Office via email at ticketoffice@unt.edu or by phone at (940) 565-2527.
Team Stats
UNT
MSU
FG%
.322
.314
3FG%
.091
.136
FT%
.550
.600
RB
49
45
TO
24
17
STL
4
14
Game Leaders
Scoring
Pts
11
FGM
5
3FGM
1
FTM
0
Pts
11
FGM
5
3FGM
0
FTM
1
Pts
8
FGM
3
3FGM
0
FTM
2
Pts
8
FGM
2
3FGM
0
FTM
4
Players Mentioned
Point Guard
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