NCAAB · Final

Minnesota Defeats Fairleigh Dickinson 60-43 at Home

Monday, December 29, 2025, 9:00 PM ET · Williams Arena

Minnesota Golden Gophers 60, Fairleigh Dickinson Knights 43, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won Fairleigh Dickinson Knights vs Minnesota Golden Gophers?

Minnesota Golden Gophers beat Fairleigh Dickinson Knights 60-43 at Williams Arena on December 29, 2025.

Who was favored in Fairleigh Dickinson Knights vs Minnesota Golden Gophers?

Minnesota Golden Gophers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -20000 (about 100% implied). The favorite won.

In a decisive matchup, the Minnesota Golden Gophers triumphed over the Fairleigh Dickinson Knights with a final score of 60-43 at Williams Arena. This victory marks a continuation of Minnesota's strong home performance, improving their record to 9-5 overall and extending their winning streak to three games. The Gophers have shown resilience in their recent outings, with an average of 70.3 points scored and 68.9 points allowed over their last ten games, including a recent win against Campbell Fighting Camels where they dominated 78-50.

On the other hand, Fairleigh Dickinson's struggles continue, dropping their record to 3-11. They have lost their last game against Boston College Eagles, with a score of 61-72, and their recent form shows a record of 3-7 in their last ten games, averaging 71.8 points scored and 71.6 points allowed. Their away performance has been particularly challenging, as they have yet to secure a win on the road this season, with an away record of 0-6.

The teams had previously met earlier in the season, where Minnesota also came out on top with a score of 74-60. This recent win further solidifies Minnesota's dominance in this matchup, as they now hold a 2-0 record against Fairleigh Dickinson this season.

In terms of injuries, both teams appeared to be at full strength for this contest, allowing them to field their best lineups. The market reflected Minnesota's expected dominance, pricing them as heavy favorites with a spread of -25.5, according to DraftKings. The total for the game was set at 139.5, indicating expectations for a competitive scoring affair, although the final score fell short of that mark.

Conditions at Williams Arena were favorable for the home team, providing a supportive atmosphere that likely contributed to their performance. Viewers were treated to a display of solid defense from Minnesota, which limited Fairleigh Dickinson's scoring opportunities, particularly in the first half where the Gophers established a significant lead.

As the game progressed, notable scoring plays included a 23-foot three-point jumper from David Jevtic, who was a bright spot for Fairleigh Dickinson, contributing to a late-game surge that ultimately fell short. Despite this, Minnesota maintained control throughout, with key contributions from players like Cade Tyson, who sealed the game with a series of crucial layups.

Overall, this matchup showcased Minnesota's strength at home and highlighted Fairleigh Dickinson's ongoing struggles, particularly in away games. The victory not only boosts Minnesota's confidence but also sets the stage for their upcoming challenges as they look to build on this momentum.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	MINN -25.5	139.5 o -108 / u -112	Fairleigh Dickinson Knights +3500 · Minnesota Golden Gophers -20000

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Leaders

PointsBobby Durkin19Minnesota Golden Gophers
AssistsKai Shinholster5Minnesota Golden Gophers
ReboundsJaylen Crocker-Johnson7Minnesota Golden Gophers
PointsEric Parnell17Fairleigh Dickinson Knights
AssistsJoey Niesman3Fairleigh Dickinson Knights
ReboundsTaeshaud Jackson10Fairleigh Dickinson Knights

Recent form

Minnesota Golden Gophers

Last 10: 5-5Streak W270.3 scored · 68.9 allowed per game5-2 at home

W78-50vs Campbell Fighting CamelsDec 21
W89-53vs Texas Southern TigersDec 14
L57-85at Purdue BoilermakersDec 11
W73-64vs Indiana HoosiersDec 4
L75-86at Santa Clara BroncosNov 29
L68-72vs Stanford CardinalNov 28
L65-77vs San Francisco DonsNov 22
W66-54vs Chicago State CougarsNov 19
W72-65vs Green Bay PhoenixNov 16
L60-83at Missouri TigersNov 13

Fairleigh Dickinson Knights

Last 10: 3-7Streak L171.8 scored · 71.6 allowed per game0-5 away

L61-72at Boston College EaglesDec 23
W76-42vs Lehman BridgesDec 19
L54-75at Fordham RamsDec 11
W86-38vs Manor Blue JaysDec 4
L64-94at Providence FriarsDec 3
L73-81vs Army Black KnightsNov 26
L65-70vs East Texas A&M LionsNov 24
W100-58vs Saint Elizabeth EaglesNov 19
L81-93at NJIT HighlandersNov 15
L58-93at Texas LonghornsNov 13

Standings

Team	Overall	Games behind	In conference
Long Island University	24-11	-	15-3
Central Connecticut	18-12	3	12-6
Mercyhurst	17-17	5	10-8
Le Moyne	15-17	5	10-8
New Haven	14-17	6	9-9
Wagner	14-17	7	8-10
Stonehill	12-21	7	8-10
Fairleigh Dickinson	11-21	7	8-10
Saint Francis	7-24	10	5-13
Chicago State	7-25	10	5-13
Michigan	37-3	-	19-1
Nebraska	28-7	4	15-5
Michigan State	27-8	4	15-5
Illinois	28-9	4	15-5
Wisconsin	24-11	5	14-6
Purdue	30-9	6	13-7
UCLA	24-12	6	13-7
Ohio State	21-13	7	12-8
Iowa	24-13	9	10-10
Indiana	18-14	10	9-11
Minnesota	15-18	11	8-12
USC	18-14	12	7-13
Washington	16-17	12	7-13
Rutgers	14-20	13	6-14
Northwestern	15-19	14	5-15
Oregon	12-20	14	5-15
Maryland	12-21	15	4-16
Penn State	12-20	16	3-17

Box score

Stat	Fairleigh Dickinson Knights	Minnesota Golden Gophers
Field goals	14-52	22-57
Field goal %	27	39
Three-pointers	7-26	10-32
Three-point %	27	31
Free throws	8-14	6-12
Free throw %	57	50
Rebounds	39	40
Offensive rebounds	13	13
Defensive rebounds	26	27
Assists	7	20
Steals	7	9
Blocks	0	2
Turnovers	14	12
Team turnovers	0	1
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	6	20
Fast-break points	0	7
Points in the paint	10	22
Fouls	17	15
Largest lead	3	21
Lead changes	5	5
Time in front	6	78

How the scoring went

1st Half11-14Jaylen Crocker-Johnson makes 24-foot three point jumper (Cade Tyson assists)
1st Half14-14Josiah Francis makes 27-foot three point jumper (Ras Elijah Godbolt assists)
1st Half14-17Jaylen Crocker-Johnson makes 23-foot three point jumper (Cade Tyson assists)
1st Half14-20Isaac Asuma makes 24-foot three point jumper (Kai Shinholster assists)
1st Half17-20Eric Parnell makes 25-foot three point jumper
1st Half17-21Bobby Durkin makes free throw 1 of 2
1st Half17-22Bobby Durkin makes free throw 2 of 2
1st Half18-22Joey Niesman makes free throw 1 of 2
1st Half19-22Joey Niesman makes free throw 2 of 2
1st Half22-22Eric Parnell makes 26-foot three point jumper (Joey Niesman assists)
1st Half25-22Eric Parnell makes 23-foot three point jumper (Raysean Johnson assists)
1st Half25-25Bobby Durkin makes 25-foot three point jumper (Kai Shinholster assists)
1st Half25-28Cade Tyson makes 22-foot three point jumper (Bobby Durkin assists)
1st Half25-30Bobby Durkin makes layup (Kai Shinholster assists)
1st Half26-30Sebastian Haubro makes free throw 1 of 2
1st Half27-30Sebastian Haubro makes free throw 2 of 2
1st Half29-30Joey Niesman makes driving layup
1st Half29-31Langston Reynolds makes free throw 1 of 2
1st Half29-32Langston Reynolds makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half29-35Bobby Durkin makes 24-foot three point jumper (Langston Reynolds assists)
2nd Half29-37Jaylen Crocker-Johnson makes layup
2nd Half29-38Jaylen Crocker-Johnson makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half29-41Bobby Durkin makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jaylen Crocker-Johnson assists)
2nd Half30-41Cyril Martynov makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half30-43Bobby Durkin makes 13-foot jumper (Isaac Asuma assists)
2nd Half30-45Jaylen Crocker-Johnson makes layup (Bobby Durkin assists)
2nd Half30-48Jaylen Crocker-Johnson makes 25-foot three point jumper (Kai Shinholster assists)
2nd Half30-51Kai Shinholster makes 24-foot three point jumper (Grayson Grove assists)
2nd Half33-51Eric Parnell makes 27-foot three point jumper
2nd Half33-53Isaac Asuma makes driving layup
2nd Half34-53Cyril Martynov makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half34-55Bobby Durkin makes layup (Jaylen Crocker-Johnson assists)
2nd Half37-55David Jevtic makes 23-foot three point jumper (Joey Niesman assists)
2nd Half38-55David Jevtic makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half39-55David Jevtic makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half41-55David Jevtic makes driving layup
2nd Half43-55Cyril Martynov makes layup (Raysean Johnson assists)
2nd Half43-57Cade Tyson makes driving layup (Bobby Durkin assists)
2nd Half43-58Cade Tyson makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half43-60Cade Tyson makes layup (Isaac Asuma assists)

Win probability

Above the line favours Minnesota Golden Gophers, below favours Fairleigh Dickinson Knights.