DENTON, Texas (Interstat) — The North Texas Mean Green women’s basketball team delivered a commanding performance Friday night, overwhelming the Grambling Lady Tigers 89-49 at the North Texas Coliseum.

The Mean Green improved to 2-0 on the young season, while Grambling fell to 0-2.

North Texas seized control from the opening tip, establishing a 25-3 lead after the first quarter. The Mean Green’s suffocating defense held Grambling to just 15 of 67 shooting from the floor for the game, a frigid 22.4 percent. Grambling also struggled from beyond the arc, connecting on only 3 of 25 attempts.

In stark contrast, North Texas operated with offensive efficiency, shooting 56.6 percent on 30 of 53 shooting. They were particularly lethal from three-point range, making 9 of 14 attempts. The Mean Green also dominated inside, outscoring Grambling 38-12 in the paint.

Despite committing 28 turnovers, North Texas capitalized on Grambling’s 20 giveaways, scoring 25 points off those miscues. Grambling managed 21 points off North Texas turnovers.

Monica Marsh provided a bright spot for the Lady Tigers, scoring a game-high 22 points in 28 minutes of action. Jamirica Roberson added 8 points and 10 rebounds.

North Texas showcased a balanced and potent attack. Aysia Proctor led the way with 18 points, while Tionna Lidge contributed 14. The Mean Green also received a dominant rebounding performance from Megan Nestor, who pulled down 15 rebounds to go with 6 points. Andi Schissler filled the stat sheet with 6 points, 6 rebounds, 5 assists and 2 blocks.

The game was the second of a season-opening road swing for Grambling, which lost at SMU 96-70 on Tuesday. North Texas opened its season with a 106-36 victory over Oklahoma Christian on Monday.

An announced crowd of 1,497 watched the contest at North Texas Coliseum. The Mean Green were projected as overwhelming favorites by Interstat’s ELO system, with a 97.10 percent probability to win.

Grambling will look for its first win Sunday when it hosts Ouachita Baptist. North Texas returns to action Thursday, Nov. 13, at home against Nelson.