South Dakota Coyotes Defeat Kansas City Roos 99-83
Thursday, January 15, 2026, 8:00 PM ET · Sanford Coyote Sports Center
South Dakota Coyotes 99, Kansas City Roos 83, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Kansas City Roos vs South Dakota Coyotes?
South Dakota Coyotes beat Kansas City Roos 99-83 at Sanford Coyote Sports Center on January 15, 2026.
Who was favored in Kansas City Roos vs South Dakota Coyotes?
South Dakota Coyotes were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -360 (about 78% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup at the Sanford Coyote Sports Center, the South Dakota Coyotes emerged victorious against the Kansas City Roos, finishing the game with a score of 99-83. This victory marks a significant moment for the Coyotes, who have been striving to improve their standing in the league. The game showcased the Coyotes' offensive prowess, particularly in the second half, where they maintained control and extended their lead.
The Coyotes entered the game with a home record of 10-9, having recently shown mixed form with a record of 4-6 in their last ten games. Their scoring average over that span was 80.4 points per game, while they allowed an average of 85.0 points. They were coming off a win against the Denver Pioneers, where they scored 82 points, and had previously faced tough opponents, including a loss to the Kansas State Wildcats, where they allowed 106 points.
In contrast, the Kansas City Roos struggled throughout the season, holding a record of 4-15. Their recent form was even less encouraging, with a record of 3-6-1 in their last ten games, averaging 69.8 points scored and 72.8 points allowed. The Roos were on a two-game losing streak, having lost to the North Dakota Fighting Hawks and the North Dakota State Bison. Their last victory came against the Omaha Mavericks, where they managed to score 73 points.
Historically, the Coyotes and the Roos have faced each other twice in the 2025 season, splitting the meetings with one win each. The Coyotes won their last encounter on February 14, 2025, with a score of 79-72, while they lost the first meeting of the season on January 3, 2025, by a score of 54-68.
In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any players missing from either team, indicating that both squads were likely at full strength for this important matchup.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had the Coyotes favored by 7.5 points, with a moneyline of -360. The total for the game was set at 156.5, with odds of -115 for the over and -105 for the under. This indicated a strong expectation for a high-scoring game, which ultimately played out as the Coyotes exceeded that total with their 99 points.
Conditions for the game were not detailed, but the indoor environment of the Sanford Coyote Sports Center typically provides a controlled setting for basketball, allowing for optimal play.
Throughout the game, viewers were treated to a display of offensive skill, particularly from the Coyotes. Key scoring plays included multiple layups from Trent Hudgens and CJ Evans, who were instrumental in maintaining the Coyotes' lead in the second half. The Coyotes' ability to execute their offense effectively was a crucial factor in their victory, as they consistently found ways to penetrate the Roos' defense.
Overall, the Coyotes' win solidifies their position as a competitive team at home, while the Roos will need to reassess their strategies moving forward in the season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | SDAK -7.5 | 156.5 o -115 / u -105 | Kansas City Roos +285 · South Dakota Coyotes -360 |
Leaders
- PointsCameron Fens31South Dakota Coyotes
- AssistsUzziah Buntyn6South Dakota Coyotes
- ReboundsCameron Fens15South Dakota Coyotes
- PointsKasheem Grady II21Kansas City Roos
- AssistsKasheem Grady II2Kansas City Roos
- ReboundsKasheem Grady II7Kansas City Roos
Recent form
South Dakota Coyotes
Last 10: 4-6Streak W180.4 scored · 85 allowed per game4-1 at home
- W82-72vs Denver PioneersJan 10
- L86-99at St. Thomas TommiesJan 8
- L61-84at North Dakota State BisonDec 31
- W85-61vs Mount Marty LancersDec 28
- L76-106at Kansas State WildcatsDec 20
- W80-71vs Dakota State TrojansDec 18
- W97-85vs Prairie View A&M PanthersDec 13
- L79-106at Wyoming CowboysDec 10
- L87-89at Northern Colorado BearsDec 7
- L71-77vs Portland State VikingsDec 4
Kansas City Roos
Last 10: 3-6-1Streak L269.8 scored · 72.8 allowed per game1-3 away
- L79-81vs North Dakota Fighting HawksJan 11
- L73-97vs North Dakota State BisonJan 9
- W73-66at Omaha MavericksJan 4
- L74-87at Denver PioneersDec 31
- W91-78vs McPherson McPHERSONDec 28
- D0-0vs Austin Peay GovernorsDec 21
- L79-91at Oklahoma State CowboysDec 19
- L67-89at Oklahoma SoonersDec 17
- W102-75vs Spurgeon KnightsDec 14
- L60-64vs Weber State WildcatsDec 11
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Dakota State | 27-8 | - | 14-2 |
| St. Thomas | 24-10 | 2 | 12-4 |
| North Dakota | 18-17 | 4 | 10-6 |
| South Dakota | 16-16 | 6 | 8-8 |
| Omaha | 16-17 | 6 | 8-8 |
| Denver | 15-17 | 7 | 8-8 |
| South Dakota State | 14-18 | 7 | 7-9 |
| Oral Roberts | 10-23 | 10 | 4-12 |
| Kansas City | 4-27 | 13 | 1-15 |
Box score
| Stat | Kansas City Roos | South Dakota Coyotes |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 33-71 | 34-67 |
| Field goal % | 46 | 51 |
| Three-pointers | 7-22 | 10-25 |
| Three-point % | 32 | 40 |
| Free throws | 10-18 | 21-25 |
| Free throw % | 56 | 84 |
| Rebounds | 32 | 41 |
| Offensive rebounds | 12 | 12 |
| Defensive rebounds | 20 | 29 |
| Assists | 9 | 17 |
| Steals | 8 | 4 |
| Blocks | 5 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 8 | 10 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 20 | 12 |
| Fast-break points | 8 | 15 |
| Points in the paint | 52 | 48 |
| Fouls | 17 | 15 |
| Largest lead | 2 | 25 |
| Lead changes | 1 | 1 |
| Time in front | 1 | 96 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half46-65Jayson Petty makes driving layup
- 2nd Half46-68Jordan Crawford makes 24-foot three pointer
- 2nd Half48-68Chris Dockery makes layup
- 2nd Half49-68Chris Dockery makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half49-69Isaac Bruns makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half51-69Chris Dockery makes driving layup
- 2nd Half53-69Trey Booker-Lowery makes layup (Kasheem Grady II assists)
- 2nd Half53-71Isaac Bruns makes driving layup
- 2nd Half55-71Kasheem Grady II makes 9-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half57-71CJ Evans makes driving layup
- 2nd Half57-73Isaac Bruns makes driving layup
- 2nd Half57-75Jordan Crawford makes layup (Isaac Bruns assists)
- 2nd Half58-75CJ Evans makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half59-75CJ Evans makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half59-77Cameron Fens makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half59-79Cameron Fens makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half59-81Evan Anderson makes layup (Isaac Bruns assists)
- 2nd Half59-84Isaac Bruns makes 24-foot three point jumper (Uzziah Buntyn assists)
- 2nd Half61-84Addarin Scott makes 8-foot hook shot (Kasheem Grady II assists)
- 2nd Half63-84Kasheem Grady II makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half63-85Cameron Fens makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half63-86Cameron Fens makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half63-87Cameron Fens makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half65-87Kasheem Grady II makes layup
- 2nd Half67-87Jerome Palm makes layup
- 2nd Half67-89Cameron Fens makes 1-foot dunk (Isaac Bruns assists)
- 2nd Half67-91Trent Hudgens makes driving layup
- 2nd Half69-91Jerome Palm makes layup
- 2nd Half69-92Isaac Bruns makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half69-93Isaac Bruns makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half71-93Trey Booker-Lowery makes 6-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half71-95Isaac Bruns makes layup (Uzziah Buntyn assists)
- 2nd Half73-95Kasheem Grady II makes layup
- 2nd Half73-97Trent Hudgens makes driving layup
- 2nd Half75-97CJ Evans makes driving layup
- 2nd Half77-97CJ Evans makes driving layup
- 2nd Half77-99Trent Hudgens makes 7-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half79-99Trey Booker-Lowery makes layup
- 2nd Half80-99Trey Booker-Lowery makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half83-99Kasheem Grady II makes 23-foot three point jumper (Babacar Mbengue assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours South Dakota Coyotes, below favours Kansas City Roos.
Venue
- Sanford Coyote Sports CenterVermillion, SD
- Attendance1760
- OfficialsAmy Bonner, Scott Brown, Edwin Young
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