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Stingy UA handcuffs opponents

FAYETTEVILLE -- The University of Arkansas' defense was locked in during Tuesday's 66-43 victory over North Texas.

The Razorbacks held their visitors to 33% shooting (17 of 51), including 2 of 17 (11.8%) from three-point range.

"We predicate our team on defense," Arkansas guard Isaiah Joe said on the Razorback Sports Network.

"I thought we played with great defensive enthusiasm tonight," Arkansas Coach Eric Musselman said. "We're through two games now, and we've held our opponents to 4 of 42 from three-ball, so we've done a great job of taking away that three-point line.

"Just a phenomenal job on defense.