St. Thomas Dominates Lawrence in 87-52 Victory
Saturday, November 29, 2025, 8:00 PM ET · Lee & Penny Anderson Arena
St. Thomas Tommies 87, Lawrence Vikings 52, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Lawrence Vikings vs St. Thomas Tommies?
St. Thomas Tommies beat Lawrence Vikings 87-52 at Lee & Penny Anderson Arena on November 29, 2025.
In a commanding performance, the St. Thomas Tommies triumphed over the Lawrence Vikings with a final score of 87-52 at the Lee & Penny Anderson Arena. This victory marks a continuation of St. Thomas's strong home record, which now stands at 5-0 this season. The Tommies have shown impressive form recently, boasting a 6-4 record over their last ten games and a current winning streak of one. They averaged 78.6 points in their last five games while allowing 71.8 points, showcasing their offensive capabilities.
The Tommies' scoring was led by a series of strong plays in the second half, including three-pointers from Tim Franks and Noah Portalatin, as well as consistent contributions from other players like Matai Edgecombe and Hayden Tibbits. The team’s ability to score effectively, particularly in the second half, was evident as they built a significant lead after a competitive first half.
On the other side, the Lawrence Vikings struggled throughout the game, unable to find their rhythm against a robust St. Thomas defense. The Vikings, who have faced challenges in their recent outings, have a record of 2-4 in away games this season, contributing to an overall record of 6-3. Their recent form has been less than stellar, and they will need to regroup after this defeat.
The Tommies' success at home contrasts sharply with the Vikings' performance on the road, highlighting the importance of home court advantage in college basketball. The conditions in the arena were favorable for the home team, and the crowd was electric, providing the Tommies with the support they needed to maintain their momentum.
In terms of injuries, the block does not specify any significant player absences for either team, allowing both squads to field their best lineups. This factor likely contributed to the overall performance seen on the court.
Before the game, the market had heavily favored St. Thomas, with a home win probability of 0.999, indicating a strong expectation for their success. This expectation was met as they dominated the game from start to finish.
Overall, this fixture showcased the Tommies' offensive strength and defensive prowess, making it a noteworthy game in the NCAAB landscape. Fans and analysts alike will be keen to see how both teams respond in their upcoming fixtures following this decisive contest.
Leaders
- PointsCarter Bjerke18St. Thomas Tommies
- AssistsHayden Tibbits7St. Thomas Tommies
- ReboundsJermaine Coleman7St. Thomas Tommies
- PointsCJ Campbell15Lawrence Vikings
- AssistsCaleb Nash5Lawrence Vikings
- ReboundsCJ Campbell7Lawrence Vikings
Recent form
St. Thomas Tommies
Last 10: 6-4Streak W176.5 scored · 75.4 allowed per game4-0 at home
- W76-66at Portland PilotsNov 23
- L80-88at Cal State Fullerton TitansNov 22
- W73-72vs Northern Colorado BearsNov 22
- W84-72at Southeast Missouri State RedhawksNov 15
- W80-61vs Green Bay PhoenixNov 14
- L71-81at Washington State CougarsNov 11
- W83-76vs Army Black KnightsNov 9
- L58-84at Saint Mary's GaelsNov 4
- L75-85at Omaha MavericksMar 10
- W85-69vs North Dakota Fighting HawksMar 9
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 | Lawrence Vikings | St. Thomas Tommies |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 22-67 | 32-66 |
| Field goal % | 33 | 48 |
| Three-pointers | 5-22 | 11-36 |
| Three-point % | 23 | 31 |
| Free throws | 3-6 | 12-17 |
| Free throw % | 50 | 71 |
| Rebounds | 43 | 42 |
| Offensive rebounds | 13 | 8 |
| Defensive rebounds | 30 | 34 |
| Assists | 15 | 27 |
| Steals | 3 | 9 |
| Blocks | 2 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 14 | 7 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 4 | 21 |
| Fast-break points | 4 | 22 |
| Points in the paint | 32 | 40 |
| Fouls | 16 | 7 |
| Largest lead | 2 | 35 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half17-41Hayden Tibbits made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Isaiah Johnson-Arigu.
- 1st Half18-41CJ Campbell made Free Throw.
- 1st Half20-41CJ Campbell made Layup.
- 2nd Half22-41CJ Campbell made Layup. Assisted by Caleb Nash.
- 2nd Half22-43Ben Oosterbaan made Layup. Assisted by Ryan Dufault.
- 2nd Half24-43CJ Campbell made Layup. Assisted by Nicholas Gouriotis.
- 2nd Half24-46Carter Bjerke made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Nolan Minessale.
- 2nd Half26-46Nicholas Gouriotis made Layup.
- 2nd Half26-48Ben Oosterbaan made Layup. Assisted by Nolan Minessale.
- 2nd Half26-51Ben Oosterbaan made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Hayden Tibbits.
- 2nd Half28-51Cameron Nash made Layup. Assisted by Jackson Weber.
- 2nd Half28-53Isaiah Johnson-Arigu made Layup.
- 2nd Half30-53Nolan Koch made Layup. Assisted by Landon Key.
- 2nd Half32-53Jackson Weber made Layup. Assisted by Nicolas Manzanera.
- 2nd Half32-55Nolan Minessale made Jumper. Assisted by Hayden Tibbits.
- 2nd Half34-55Nolan Koch made Layup.
- 2nd Half34-57Ryan Lafferty made Layup.
- 2nd Half34-58Nick Janowski made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half34-59Nick Janowski made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half36-59Nicholas Gouriotis made Layup. Assisted by Caleb Nash.
- 2nd Half36-61Nolan Minessale made Layup.
- 2nd Half38-61Matai Edgecombe made Layup. Assisted by Caleb Nash.
- 2nd Half40-61Matai Edgecombe made Layup. Assisted by Caleb Nash.
- 2nd Half40-64Carter Bjerke made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Hayden Tibbits.
- 2nd Half40-67Ben Oosterbaan made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Hayden Tibbits.
- 2nd Half40-69Carter Bjerke made Layup. Assisted by Nolan Minessale.
- 2nd Half42-69Cameron Nash made Layup. Assisted by Nicolas Manzanera.
- 2nd Half42-71Isaiah Johnson-Arigu made Layup. Assisted by Nick Janowski.
- 2nd Half42-72Ryan Dufault made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half42-73Ryan Dufault made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half42-76Jermaine Coleman made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Ryan Dufault.
- 2nd Half44-76Jackson Weber made Jumper.
- 2nd Half44-78Kyle Counts made Layup. Assisted by Tim Franks.
- 2nd Half44-79Tim Franks made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half47-79Noah Portalatin made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Matai Edgecombe.
- 2nd Half49-79Matai Edgecombe made Layup.
- 2nd Half49-82Tim Franks made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Hayden Tibbits.
- 2nd Half52-82Robert Olive made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jackson Weber.
- 2nd Half52-84Hayden Tibbits made Layup.
- 2nd Half52-87Tim Franks made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Hayden Tibbits.
Win probability
Above the line favours St. Thomas Tommies, below favours Lawrence Vikings.
Venue
- Lee & Penny Anderson ArenaSaint Paul, MN
- Attendance1988
- OfficialsSteve McJunkins, Rhett Lamoreaux, Brad Clauss
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