DENTON, Texas — North Texas triumphed over Oregon State with a nail-biting 58-55 win, thanks to a game-winning three-pointer from Atin Wright with just 9 seconds on the clock. Latrell Jossell contributed significantly with 15 points, while Johnathan Massie and Brenen Lorient each added 14 points to help secure the victory for the Mean Green (5-1).
Jossell showcased his shooting skills, managing to hit 5 of 9 attempts from the field, including three shots from beyond the arc. The game was closely contested, with Oregon State (4-2) putting up a strong fight, led by Michael Rataj, who scored 15 points and grabbed seven rebounds. Nate Kingz also made an impact, contributing 10 points, while Damarco Minor rounded out the performance with seven points, six rebounds, six assists, and three steals.
In the first half, Massie was key for North Texas, netting 10 points, which helped the team secure a slim 26-25 lead at halftime. Jossell took charge in the second half, leading his team with 12 additional points as they battled through the final quarter. North Texas managed to hold on to their slight lead and clinched the hard-fought win, marking a significant moment in their season.