Stevenson’s 30-point night pulls UNT past McNeese after slow start

North Texas needed an answer after falling behind 13–3 at home. Je’Shawn Stevenson delivered a career-best 30 points, helping the Mean Green defeat McNeese 77–67 on Thursday, Nov. 5, at the Super Pit in Denton.

The victory moved UNT to 2–0. Stevenson made 12 of his 22 shots and added five rebounds and five assists, according to the university’s official box score.

A recovery built inside the arc

UNT reached halftime with a 34–32 advantage and scored 43 points after the break. The Mean Green made 26 of 56 field-goal attempts overall, even though only seven of 27 attempts from three-point range fell.

The hosts found other ways to create separation. UNT’s recap reports a 34–18 edge in paint scoring and a 22–10 advantage in points generated from turnovers. North Texas committed 12 turnovers to McNeese’s 15.

Chavis supplies the second-half support

Cash Chavis scored 12 points, all after halftime, and converted seven of eight free throws. Aeneas Alexander added 10 points off the bench, while Ousmane Ndour collected eight rebounds to lead UNT.

North Texas finished ahead 37–32 on the boards, including 13 offensive rebounds. Stevenson accounted for 30 of the team’s 77 points, but Chavis’ second-half contribution gave the home side another scoring option as it protected the lead.

Next for the Mean Green is a home meeting with Santa Clara on Wednesday, Nov. 11. The university lists a 7 p.m. tipoff at the Super Pit.

Sources

North Texas Athletics game recap, Nov. 5, 2026

Official McNeese–North Texas box score, Nov. 5, 2026