North Dakota Edges Kansas City in Thrilling Finish
Saturday, January 10, 2026, 8:00 PM ET · Swinney Center
North Dakota Fighting Hawks 81, Kansas City Roos 79, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Quick answers
Who won North Dakota Fighting Hawks vs Kansas City Roos?
North Dakota Fighting Hawks beat Kansas City Roos 81-79 at Swinney Center on January 10, 2026.
Who was favored in North Dakota Fighting Hawks vs Kansas City Roos?
Kansas City Roos were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -122 (about 55% implied). The underdog won.
In a closely contested matchup, the North Dakota Fighting Hawks narrowly defeated the Kansas City Roos with a final score of 81-79. This game showcased the fighting spirit of both teams, but ultimately, it was North Dakota who emerged victorious at the Swinney Center on January 11, 2026.
Kansas City entered the game with a home record of 4-14, while North Dakota had a slightly better away record of 9-11. In their last ten games, the Roos had a record of 3-6-1, with an average of 68.5 points scored and 73.7 points allowed. Their recent form showed a streak of one loss, having lost their last game against the North Dakota State Bison 73-97 on January 9, 2026. The Roos had managed to win two of their last five games, averaging 62.2 points scored and 65.6 points allowed during that stretch.
On the other side, North Dakota's recent performance was more balanced, with a record of 5-5 in their last ten games. They had an average of 76.2 points scored and 74.1 points allowed. Their last game resulted in a loss against the Omaha Mavericks, where they scored 79 points but allowed 90 on January 9, 2026. Over their last five games, the Fighting Hawks had a record of 3-2, averaging 76.8 points scored and 74.4 points allowed.
The matchup was particularly intriguing as it marked the third meeting between these two teams in the 2025 season, with each team having won one game previously. Kansas City won their last encounter on February 8, 2025, with a score of 80-69, while North Dakota had previously defeated Kansas City 76-72 on January 18, 2025.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but it is always a factor that can influence team performance. The market had Kansas City as the slight favorite with a spread of -1.5, according to DraftKings, which also listed the total points over/under at 146.5. The moneyline odds were -122.0 for Kansas City and 102.0 for North Dakota, indicating a competitive atmosphere leading into the game.
The conditions of the game were typical for a basketball matchup, with both teams looking to capitalize on their strengths. Kansas City aimed to leverage their home court advantage, while North Dakota sought to build on their recent form and secure an important road win.
As the game progressed, it was evident that both teams were determined to secure the win. Key moments included a series of critical three-point shots from Zach Kraft and Jayson Petty, which helped North Dakota maintain their lead late in the game. Kraft made two significant three-pointers, extending North Dakota's lead to 80-72 at one point in the second half. Petty also contributed with a step-back jumper and crucial free throws, ensuring that North Dakota held onto their slim lead.
In the closing moments, Kansas City fought hard to close the gap, but ultimately fell short as North Dakota's defense held firm. The final score of 81-79 reflected the competitive nature of the game, with both teams showcasing their offensive capabilities and resilience.
This matchup not only highlighted the ongoing rivalry between the two teams but also served as a reminder of the unpredictable nature of college basketball, where each game can swing in favor of either team until the final buzzer.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | KC -1.5 | 146.5 o -108 / u -112 | North Dakota Fighting Hawks +102 · Kansas City Roos -122 |
Leaders
- PointsCJ Evans24Kansas City Roos
- AssistsCJ Evans7Kansas City Roos
- ReboundsChris Dockery9Kansas City Roos
- PointsGarrett Anderson22North Dakota Fighting Hawks
- AssistsGreyson Uelmen4North Dakota Fighting Hawks
- ReboundsJosh Jones11North Dakota Fighting Hawks
Recent form
Kansas City Roos
Last 10: 3-6-1Streak L168.5 scored · 73.7 allowed per game2-2 at home
- 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
- L66-90at Eastern Washington EaglesDec 6
North Dakota Fighting Hawks
Last 10: 5-5Streak L176.2 scored · 74.1 allowed per game0-3 away
- L79-90at Omaha MavericksJan 9
- W90-87vs South Dakota State JackrabbitsJan 3
- W72-61vs Oral Roberts Golden EaglesJan 1
- W88-56vs Dakota State TrojansDec 28
- L55-78at Nebraska CornhuskersDec 22
- W90-88vs Winthrop EaglesDec 19
- L66-69vs Western Illinois LeathernecksDec 13
- W89-43vs Crown PolarsDec 11
- L75-79vs Montana GrizzliesDec 7
- L58-90at Idaho VandalsDec 4
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 | North Dakota Fighting Hawks | Kansas City Roos |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 29-62 | 27-50 |
| Field goal % | 47 | 54 |
| Three-pointers | 9-22 | 12-19 |
| Three-point % | 41 | 63 |
| Free throws | 14-24 | 13-14 |
| Free throw % | 58 | 93 |
| Rebounds | 27 | 35 |
| Offensive rebounds | 13 | 9 |
| Defensive rebounds | 14 | 26 |
| Assists | 10 | 13 |
| Steals | 9 | 1 |
| Blocks | 4 | 7 |
| Turnovers | 5 | 18 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 2 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 23 | 3 |
| Fast-break points | 11 | 10 |
| Points in the paint | 32 | 20 |
| Fouls | 17 | 15 |
| Largest lead | 8 | 10 |
| Lead changes | 3 | 3 |
| Time in front | 28 | 65 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half42-44Garrett Anderson makes layup
- 2nd Half43-44Garrett Anderson makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half43-47Karmello Branch makes 28-foot three point jumper (CJ Evans assists)
- 2nd Half46-47Garrett Anderson makes 31-foot three point jumper (Greyson Uelmen assists)
- 2nd Half46-50Jayson Petty makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jerome Palm assists)
- 2nd Half49-50Zach Kraft makes 24-foot three point jumper (Garrett Anderson assists)
- 2nd Half49-53CJ Evans makes 27-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half51-53Eli King makes driving layup
- 2nd Half51-55Karmello Branch makes layup (CJ Evans assists)
- 2nd Half51-56Karmello Branch makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half52-56Anthony Smith III makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half53-56Anthony Smith III makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half56-56Eli King makes 26-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half58-56Anthony Smith III makes layup
- 2nd Half59-56Garrett Anderson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half60-56Garrett Anderson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half61-56Eli King makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half61-58Chris Dockery makes 8-foot alley oop dunk (CJ Evans assists)
- 2nd Half61-60CJ Evans makes 8-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half64-60Zach Kraft makes 24-foot three point jumper (Eli King assists)
- 2nd Half66-60Garrett Anderson makes layup (Josh Jones assists)
- 2nd Half66-62Jamaria Clark makes 16-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half68-62Garrett Anderson makes 11-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half68-64Jamaria Clark makes 12-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half69-64Reggie Thomas makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half70-64Reggie Thomas makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half70-67Karmello Branch makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jamaria Clark assists)
- 2nd Half70-70Jamaria Clark makes 29-foot three pointer
- 2nd Half70-71Jamaria Clark makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half70-72Jamaria Clark makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half72-72Josh Jones makes 4-foot dunk (Greyson Uelmen assists)
- 2nd Half74-72Greyson Uelmen makes driving layup
- 2nd Half77-72Zach Kraft makes 25-foot three point jumper (Eli King assists)
- 2nd Half80-72Zach Kraft makes 25-foot three point jumper (Greyson Uelmen assists)
- 2nd Half80-75Jayson Petty makes 24-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half80-76Jayson Petty makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half80-77Jayson Petty makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half80-78Karmello Branch makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half80-79Karmello Branch makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half81-79Greyson Uelmen makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Kansas City Roos, below favours North Dakota Fighting Hawks.
Venue
- Swinney CenterKansas City, MO
- Attendance672
- OfficialsGreg Gerritsen, Crystal Hogan, Kenneth Moreland
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