NCAAB · Final

Bison Edge Mavericks in Close Contest

Saturday, January 10, 2026, 2:00 PM ET · Baxter Arena

North Dakota State Bison 78, Omaha Mavericks 76, 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 State Bison vs Omaha Mavericks?

North Dakota State Bison beat Omaha Mavericks 78-76 at Baxter Arena on January 10, 2026.

Who was favored in North Dakota State Bison vs Omaha Mavericks?

North Dakota State Bison were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -250 (about 71% implied). The favorite won.

In a tightly contested matchup, the North Dakota State Bison narrowly defeated the Omaha Mavericks with a final score of 78-76 at Baxter Arena. This victory adds to North Dakota State's impressive season, now boasting a record of 15-5, while Omaha falls to 8-12. The game showcased the Bison's resilience, extending their winning streak to four games, while the Mavericks, despite their recent home success, could not secure a crucial win.

The Bison entered the game with a strong recent form, having won eight of their last ten games, with an average of 82.9 points scored and 73.1 points allowed during that stretch. Their last game was a dominant 97-73 victory over the Kansas City Roos, which highlighted their offensive capabilities. In contrast, the Mavericks had a mixed record of 6-4 in their last ten games, averaging 76.5 points scored and 71.8 points allowed. They came off a win against the North Dakota Fighting Hawks, where they scored 90 points, showcasing their potential to score heavily at home.

The Mavericks had a home record of 4-2, which contributed to their confidence going into this matchup. However, North Dakota State's away record of 4-1 indicated their ability to perform well outside their home court. The Bison's recent performances included a mix of high-scoring games, such as their win against Crookston (MN) Golden Eagles, where they scored 101 points.

Historically, the Bison have had the upper hand in their recent meetings with the Mavericks, winning both encounters in the previous season. In their last meeting on February 8, 2025, North Dakota State triumphed 85-74 at home, and earlier that season, they won 85-80 in Omaha. This trend of success against the Mavericks likely added pressure on Omaha to perform well at home.

In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but the absence of key players can often impact team performance in close games like this one. The absence or presence of star players can significantly sway the dynamics of a match, and both teams would have been keen to field their best lineups.

The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had North Dakota State favored by 5.5 points, with a total set at 147.5. The odds reflected the Bison's strong form and their previous success against the Mavericks. The moneyline was set at +205 for Omaha and -250 for North Dakota State, indicating that the Bison were expected to win, though the close nature of the final score suggests that the game was more competitive than the odds implied.

Throughout the game, viewers witnessed a thrilling back-and-forth battle. Key moments included critical scoring plays in the second half, where the Mavericks initially took a lead, only for North Dakota State to respond with clutch shots. Notably, Treyson Anderson's driving layup gave the Bison a crucial lead late in the game, and Damari Wheeler-Thomas's pullup jump shot solidified their advantage.

As the game progressed, the tension escalated, with both teams exchanging leads. The Mavericks fought hard to regain control, but the Bison's late-game execution proved decisive. The final moments were particularly intense, with Omaha attempting to mount a comeback but ultimately falling short.

This matchup not only highlighted the competitive nature of NCAAB but also emphasized the importance of home-court advantage, as the Mavericks have shown they can score effectively at Baxter Arena. The Bison's ability to secure the win on the road speaks volumes about their current form and determination as they continue their season.

Overall, this game was a testament to the excitement of college basketball, with both teams displaying skill, strategy, and resilience. As the season progresses, both the Bison and Mavericks will look to build on their performances, with North Dakota State aiming to maintain their winning streak and Omaha seeking to bounce back from this narrow defeat.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	NDSU -5.5	147.5 o -110 / u -110	North Dakota State Bison -250 · Omaha Mavericks +205

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Leaders

PointsPaul Djobet22Omaha Mavericks
AssistsGrant Stubblefield7Omaha Mavericks
ReboundsPaul Djobet6Omaha Mavericks
PointsTreyson Anderson22North Dakota State Bison
AssistsTreyson Anderson3North Dakota State Bison
ReboundsDamari Wheeler-Thomas6North Dakota State Bison

Recent form

Omaha Mavericks

Last 10: 6-4Streak W176.5 scored · 71.8 allowed per game4-2 at home

W90-79vs North Dakota Fighting HawksJan 9
L66-73vs Kansas City RoosJan 4
L69-84at South Dakota State JackrabbitsJan 1
L57-80at Oregon DucksDec 29
W85-82at Lamar CardinalsDec 21
W105-58vs York (NE) PanthersDec 17
W79-70vs Doane TigersDec 10
W60-55at Portland State VikingsDec 6
L70-75vs Northern Colorado BearsDec 4
W84-62vs Mid America Christian EvangelsNov 30

North Dakota State Bison

Last 10: 8-2Streak W382.9 scored · 73.1 allowed per game4-1 away

W97-73at Kansas City RoosJan 9
W79-77vs Oral Roberts Golden EaglesJan 3
W84-61vs South Dakota CoyotesDec 31
L66-76at UTEP MinersDec 23
L73-74vs UC Irvine AnteatersDec 22
W101-67vs Crookston (MN) Golden EaglesDec 16
W99-94at Drake BulldogsDec 13
W80-69at Cal State Bakersfield RoadrunnersDec 12
W69-68vs Northern Arizona LumberjacksDec 7
W81-72at Montana GrizzliesDec 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 State Bison	Omaha Mavericks
Field goals	30-54	27-53
Field goal %	56	51
Three-pointers	8-24	9-22
Three-point %	33	41
Free throws	10-11	13-14
Free throw %	91	93
Rebounds	21	30
Offensive rebounds	5	10
Defensive rebounds	16	20
Assists	16	19
Steals	6	4
Blocks	4	1
Turnovers	8	12
Team turnovers	0	2
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	15	10
Fast-break points	7	2
Points in the paint	38	34
Fouls	14	13
Largest lead	3	14
Lead changes	2	2
Time in front	8	89

How the scoring went

1st Half32-41Trevian Carson makes driving layup
1st Half32-44Paul Djobet makes 24-foot three point jumper (Ja'Sean Glover assists)
2nd Half34-44Treyson Anderson makes layup
2nd Half36-44Treyson Anderson makes 2-foot hook shot
2nd Half38-44Treyson Anderson makes layup
2nd Half38-46Paul Djobet makes driving layup
2nd Half38-48Christian Richardson makes 1-foot dunk (Ja'Sean Glover assists)
2nd Half39-48Treyson Anderson makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half40-48Treyson Anderson makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half40-50Grant Stubblefield makes driving layup
2nd Half40-52Christian Richardson makes 2-foot dunk (Paul Djobet assists)
2nd Half42-52Markhi Strickland makes 9-foot turnaround jump shot (Damari Wheeler-Thomas assists)
2nd Half42-54Christian Richardson makes layup (Ja'Sean Glover assists)
2nd Half44-54Markhi Strickland makes 1-foot dunk (Andy Stefonowicz assists)
2nd Half47-54Riley Massey makes 24-foot three point jumper (Damari Wheeler-Thomas assists)
2nd Half49-54Treyson Anderson makes 3-foot dunk (Markhi Strickland assists)
2nd Half49-56Grant Stubblefield makes driving layup
2nd Half52-56Riley Massey makes 24-foot three point jumper (Damari Wheeler-Thomas assists)
2nd Half54-56Trevian Carson makes layup (Markhi Strickland assists)
2nd Half54-59Tony Osburn makes 26-foot three point jumper (Grant Stubblefield assists)
2nd Half56-59Trevian Carson makes 8-foot jumper
2nd Half56-60Valentino Simon makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half56-61Valentino Simon makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half59-61Damari Wheeler-Thomas makes 26-foot three point jumper (Trevian Carson assists)
2nd Half59-62Grant Stubblefield makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half61-62Noah Feddersen makes 11-foot jumper (Trevian Carson assists)
2nd Half61-64Tony Osburn makes 12-foot step back jumpshot
2nd Half64-64Noah Feddersen makes 26-foot three point jumper (Andy Stefonowicz assists)
2nd Half64-67Tony Osburn makes 24-foot three point jumper (Valentino Simon assists)
2nd Half67-67Tay Smith makes 24-foot three point jumper (Noah Feddersen assists)
2nd Half67-70Paul Djobet makes 23-foot three point jumper (Grant Stubblefield assists)
2nd Half68-70Treyson Anderson makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half69-70Treyson Anderson makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half69-72Paul Djobet makes layup
2nd Half69-73Paul Djobet makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half72-73Tay Smith makes 29-foot three point jumper (Treyson Anderson assists)
2nd Half74-73Treyson Anderson makes driving layup
2nd Half76-73Damari Wheeler-Thomas makes 15-foot pullup jump shot
2nd Half76-76Tony Osburn makes 26-foot three point jumper (Grant Stubblefield assists)
2nd Half78-76Damari Wheeler-Thomas makes driving layup