St. Thomas Tommies Dominate North Dakota State Bison 84-62
Thursday, February 26, 2026, 9:00 PM ET · Lee & Penny Anderson Arena
St. Thomas Tommies 84, North Dakota State Bison 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 State Bison vs St. Thomas Tommies?
St. Thomas Tommies beat North Dakota State Bison 84-62 at Lee & Penny Anderson Arena on February 26, 2026.
Who was favored in North Dakota State Bison vs St. Thomas Tommies?
St. Thomas Tommies were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -175 (about 64% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup, the St. Thomas Tommies triumphed over the North Dakota State Bison with a final score of 84-62. This victory is particularly noteworthy as it showcases the Tommies' ability to bounce back after a recent loss and reinforces their strong home performance throughout the season. The game took place at the Lee & Penny Anderson Arena, where the Tommies have maintained a solid home record of 22-8.
Entering this game, St. Thomas had a mixed recent form, with a record of 6-4 in their last ten games and an average of 85.5 points scored while allowing 74.1 points per game. They were coming off a loss against the Denver Pioneers, which ended a brief winning streak. In contrast, North Dakota State was riding a four-game winning streak, boasting a record of 9-1 in their last ten games, averaging 81.6 points scored and allowing 70.2 points.
The Tommies have shown resilience at home, with a record of 3-1 in their last four home games, while the Bison have been strong on the road with a perfect 5-0 record in their last five away games. This match was a crucial test for both teams, especially considering their previous encounters. In their last three meetings, St. Thomas had won two, including a significant victory in February 2025, where they defeated the Bison 79-62.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but both teams were expected to field their best players. The betting market reflected the competitive nature of the game, with DraftKings listing St. Thomas as a 3.5-point favorite, a spread indicating a close contest. The total points line was set at 155.5, suggesting expectations of a high-scoring affair.
The game conditions were favorable for both teams, with no adverse weather or venue issues reported. Viewers were treated to a display of offensive prowess from the Tommies, who executed their game plan effectively. Key moments included Trevian Carson's impressive 24-foot three-point jumper and Hayden Tibbits' 26-foot step-back three-pointer, both of which highlighted the Tommies' shooting capabilities.
As the game progressed, St. Thomas maintained control, with a commanding lead that North Dakota State struggled to overcome. The final score of 84-62 not only reflects the Tommies' dominance in this matchup but also serves as a statement of their potential as they look to solidify their standing in the league.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | STMN -3.5 | 155.5 o -115 / u -105 | North Dakota State Bison +145 · St. Thomas Tommies -175 |
Leaders
- PointsCarter Bjerke21St. Thomas Tommies
- AssistsNolan Minessale6St. Thomas Tommies
- ReboundsNolan Minessale7St. Thomas Tommies
- PointsNoah Feddersen13North Dakota State Bison
- AssistsDamari Wheeler-Thomas3North Dakota State Bison
- ReboundsTrevian Carson7North Dakota State Bison
Recent form
St. Thomas Tommies
Last 10: 6-4Streak L185.5 scored · 74.1 allowed per game3-1 at home
- L80-82at Denver PioneersFeb 21
- W104-64at Kansas City RoosFeb 15
- L94-98at Omaha MavericksFeb 13
- W92-75vs Oral Roberts Golden EaglesFeb 8
- W77-62at South Dakota State JackrabbitsFeb 5
- W99-64vs Kansas City RoosFeb 1
- L80-81vs North Dakota Fighting HawksJan 30
- W90-78at South Dakota CoyotesJan 24
- W74-69vs South Dakota State JackrabbitsJan 23
- L65-68at North Dakota State BisonJan 17
North Dakota State Bison
Last 10: 9-1Streak W481.6 scored · 70.2 allowed per game5-0 away
- W95-59vs Kansas City RoosFeb 21
- W74-66at South Dakota State JackrabbitsFeb 19
- W83-66at North Dakota Fighting HawksFeb 14
- W92-84vs Omaha MavericksFeb 7
- L71-78vs Denver PioneersFeb 6
- W89-84at South Dakota CoyotesJan 31
- W86-58at Oral Roberts Golden EaglesJan 24
- W82-77at Denver PioneersJan 23
- W68-65vs St. Thomas TommiesJan 17
- W76-65vs South Dakota State JackrabbitsJan 15
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 | St. Thomas Tommies |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 22-61 | 32-57 |
| Field goal % | 36 | 56 |
| Three-pointers | 6-25 | 14-35 |
| Three-point % | 24 | 40 |
| Free throws | 12-17 | 6-7 |
| Free throw % | 71 | 86 |
| Rebounds | 32 | 36 |
| Offensive rebounds | 10 | 4 |
| Defensive rebounds | 22 | 32 |
| Assists | 14 | 23 |
| Steals | 5 | 3 |
| Blocks | 2 | 6 |
| Turnovers | 7 | 8 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 7 | 11 |
| Fast-break points | 3 | 5 |
| Points in the paint | 30 | 32 |
| Fouls | 10 | 15 |
| Largest lead | 0 | 34 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 0 | 98 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half27-48Noah Feddersen makes layup (Damari Wheeler-Thomas assists)
- 1st Half27-50Nick Janowski makes layup
- 2nd Half29-50Andy Stefonowicz makes layup (Trevian Carson assists)
- 2nd Half29-51Nolan Minessale makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half29-52Nolan Minessale makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half30-52Noah Feddersen makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half31-52Noah Feddersen makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half31-54Nick Janowski makes driving layup (Nolan Minessale assists)
- 2nd Half32-54Damari Wheeler-Thomas makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half33-54Damari Wheeler-Thomas makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half33-56Nick Janowski makes layup (Ryan Dufault assists)
- 2nd Half33-57Isaiah Johnson-Arigu makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half33-58Isaiah Johnson-Arigu makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half33-61Nick Janowski makes 24-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half35-61Noah Feddersen makes 4-foot hook shot (Damari Wheeler-Thomas assists)
- 2nd Half35-63Nolan Minessale makes layup
- 2nd Half36-63Noah Feddersen makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half36-65Nolan Minessale makes 16-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half36-68Carter Bjerke makes 25-foot three point jumper (Austin Herro assists)
- 2nd Half38-68Treyson Anderson makes layup
- 2nd Half38-70Hayden Tibbits makes driving layup (Carter Bjerke assists)
- 2nd Half40-70Trevian Carson makes driving layup (Treyson Anderson assists)
- 2nd Half41-70Trevian Carson makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half41-72Ben Oosterbaan makes driving layup (Austin Herro assists)
- 2nd Half41-75Jermaine Coleman makes 24-foot three point jumper (Nick Janowski assists)
- 2nd Half44-75Tay Smith makes 23-foot three point jumper (Markhi Strickland assists)
- 2nd Half45-75Noah Feddersen makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half46-75Noah Feddersen makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half48-75Riley Massey makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half48-77Ryan Dufault makes driving layup (Jermaine Coleman assists)
- 2nd Half50-77Noah Feddersen makes layup (Andy Stefonowicz assists)
- 2nd Half50-79Nolan Minessale makes layup (Nick Janowski assists)
- 2nd Half53-79Trevian Carson makes 24-foot three point jumper (Riley Massey assists)
- 2nd Half55-79Treyson Anderson makes layup
- 2nd Half56-79Treyson Anderson makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half56-81Nick Janowski makes driving layup
- 2nd Half58-81Emil Skytta makes layup (Riley Massey assists)
- 2nd Half60-81Emil Skytta makes layup
- 2nd Half62-81Carson Smith makes 11-foot floating jump shot (Max Majerle assists)
- 2nd Half62-84Hayden Tibbits makes 26-foot three point step back jumpshot
Win probability
Above the line favours St. Thomas Tommies, below favours North Dakota State Bison.
Venue
- Lee & Penny Anderson ArenaSaint Paul, MN
- Attendance4708
- OfficialsD.J. Carstensen, Brian McNutt, Scott Brown
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