North Dakota Tops Oral Roberts in Convincing Win
Thursday, January 22, 2026, 8:00 PM ET · Mabee Center
North Dakota Fighting Hawks 79, Oral Roberts Golden Eagles 62, 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 Oral Roberts Golden Eagles?
North Dakota Fighting Hawks beat Oral Roberts Golden Eagles 79-62 at Mabee Center on January 22, 2026.
Who was favored in North Dakota Fighting Hawks vs Oral Roberts Golden Eagles?
Oral Roberts Golden Eagles were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -122 (about 55% implied). The underdog won.
In a decisive matchup, the North Dakota Fighting Hawks defeated the Oral Roberts Golden Eagles with a final score of 79-62. This game showcased the contrasting fortunes of the two teams, with North Dakota continuing to build on its recent success while Oral Roberts struggled to find its footing.
North Dakota entered the game with a record of 11-12, having recently secured a victory against the South Dakota Coyotes, winning 96-80 on January 17. This win marked their sixth victory in their last ten games, putting them in a solid position as they aimed to improve their away record of 1-2. In contrast, Oral Roberts, with a disappointing 5-16 record, was mired in an eight-game losing streak, last winning on December 14 against Ecclesia Royals, where they triumphed 97-52. The Golden Eagles have struggled significantly, especially at home, where they held a record of 2-3 in their last five games.
The game took place at the Mabee Center, where the home crowd hoped to see a turnaround for the Golden Eagles. However, the Fighting Hawks quickly established control, building on their recent scoring average of 79.7 points per game, which was significantly higher than Oral Roberts' average of 69.9 points. North Dakota's ability to score effectively was evident throughout the game, as they consistently found ways to penetrate the Golden Eagles' defense.
In their previous meeting on January 1, 2026, North Dakota had already bested Oral Roberts, winning 72-61. This latest victory further solidified North Dakota's dominance in their recent encounters, as they now hold a 2-1 advantage in their last three matchups.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details about player absences, but both teams were likely managing their rosters as they navigated the season. The absence of key players can often impact the dynamics of a game, and it would be prudent for fans to consider this aspect when analyzing performance.
Betting lines from DraftKings indicated that North Dakota was favored with a spread of -1.5, suggesting that the market anticipated a closely contested game. The total was set at 149.5, reflecting expectations for a moderately high-scoring affair. The odds for North Dakota to win outright were at -122, while Oral Roberts was listed at +102.
The conditions during the game appeared conducive for basketball, with no adverse weather or environmental factors mentioned that could have impacted play. Fans could expect a competitive atmosphere, especially with the stakes high for Oral Roberts as they sought to end their losing streak.
As the game unfolded, viewers witnessed several key scoring plays that highlighted North Dakota's offensive prowess. Notable moments included Zach Kraft's 27-foot three-point jumper and Eli King's impressive 28-foot shot, both of which contributed to North Dakota's commanding lead. The Golden Eagles attempted to rally in the second half, with Chase Martin hitting a 27-foot jumper, but it was not enough to close the gap.
In summary, the matchup between North Dakota and Oral Roberts showcased the Fighting Hawks' ability to capitalize on their recent form and maintain momentum, while the Golden Eagles continued to search for answers amid their ongoing struggles. The final score of 79-62 reflected the disparity in performance, with North Dakota proving to be the stronger side on the night.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | ORU -1.5 | 149.5 o -108 / u -112 | North Dakota Fighting Hawks +102 · Oral Roberts Golden Eagles -122 |
Leaders
- PointsLuke Gray15Oral Roberts Golden Eagles
- AssistsCal Furnish3Oral Roberts Golden Eagles
- ReboundsChase Martin7Oral Roberts Golden Eagles
- PointsZach Kraft22North Dakota Fighting Hawks
- AssistsEli King5North Dakota Fighting Hawks
- ReboundsEli King7North Dakota Fighting Hawks
Recent form
Oral Roberts Golden Eagles
Last 10: 2-8Streak L869.9 scored · 72.8 allowed per game2-3 at home
- L62-73vs Omaha MavericksJan 18
- L87-98at Denver PioneersJan 15
- L71-82vs St. Thomas TommiesJan 11
- L77-79at North Dakota State BisonJan 3
- L61-72at North Dakota Fighting HawksJan 1
- L57-69vs UT Arlington MavericksDec 23
- L53-72at TCU Horned FrogsDec 19
- L62-63at Missouri State BearsDec 17
- W97-52vs Ecclesia RoyalsDec 14
- W72-68vs Montana State BobcatsDec 7
North Dakota Fighting Hawks
Last 10: 6-4Streak W179.7 scored · 77.9 allowed per game1-2 away
- W96-80vs South Dakota CoyotesJan 17
- L80-91vs St. Thomas TommiesJan 16
- W81-79at Kansas City RoosJan 11
- 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
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 | Oral Roberts Golden Eagles |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 27-61 | 20-48 |
| Field goal % | 44 | 42 |
| Three-pointers | 9-16 | 3-19 |
| Three-point % | 56 | 16 |
| Free throws | 16-18 | 19-27 |
| Free throw % | 89 | 70 |
| Rebounds | 30 | 36 |
| Offensive rebounds | 10 | 13 |
| Defensive rebounds | 20 | 23 |
| Assists | 12 | 11 |
| Steals | 13 | 3 |
| Blocks | 2 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 6 | 18 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 27 | 5 |
| Fast-break points | 8 | 10 |
| Points in the paint | 32 | 34 |
| Fouls | 20 | 16 |
| Largest lead | 20 | 2 |
| Lead changes | 4 | 4 |
| Time in front | 84 | 6 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half42-31Luke Gray makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half42-34Luke Gray makes 25-foot three point jumper (Chase Martin assists)
- 2nd Half42-36Jack Turner makes layup (Cal Furnish assists)
- 2nd Half44-36Greyson Uelmen makes layup
- 2nd Half46-36Eli King makes 13-foot jumper
- 2nd Half48-36Zach Kraft makes layup
- 2nd Half48-38Yuto Yamanouchi-Williams makes layup (Ofri Naveh assists)
- 2nd Half49-38Anthony Smith III makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half50-38Anthony Smith III makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half50-39Yuto Yamanouchi-Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half50-40Yuto Yamanouchi-Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half50-42Jack Turner makes layup
- 2nd Half53-42Eli King makes 25-foot three point jumper (Garrett Anderson assists)
- 2nd Half53-43Chase Martin makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half55-43Garrett Anderson makes layup
- 2nd Half57-43Eli King makes layup
- 2nd Half57-44Chase Martin makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half57-45Chase Martin makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half59-45Greyson Uelmen makes layup
- 2nd Half62-45Zach Kraft makes 24-foot three point jumper (Eli King assists)
- 2nd Half62-47Luke Gray makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half63-47Greyson Uelmen makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half64-47Greyson Uelmen makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half64-49Luke Gray makes 5-foot dunk (Ty Harper assists)
- 2nd Half64-50Ty Harper makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half64-51Ty Harper makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half64-53Yuto Yamanouchi-Williams makes layup (Connor Dow assists)
- 2nd Half66-53Greyson Uelmen makes layup
- 2nd Half66-55Ty Harper makes layup
- 2nd Half69-55Zach Kraft makes 27-foot three point jumper (George Natsvlishvili assists)
- 2nd Half69-57Chase Martin makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half70-57Greyson Uelmen makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half71-57Greyson Uelmen makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half72-57Josh Jones makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half73-57Josh Jones makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half73-58Ofri Naveh makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half73-59Ofri Naveh makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half76-59Zach Kraft makes 27-foot three point jumper (Eli King assists)
- 2nd Half79-59Eli King makes 28-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half79-62Chase Martin makes 27-foot three point jumper (Cal Furnish assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Oral Roberts Golden Eagles, below favours North Dakota Fighting Hawks.
Venue
- Mabee CenterTulsa, OK
- Attendance2513
- OfficialsKevin Brill, Ian Caldwell, Tucson Grigg
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