Northern Colorado Bears Edge Omaha Mavericks 75-70
Wednesday, December 3, 2025, 8:00 PM ET · Baxter Arena
Northern Colorado Bears 75, Omaha Mavericks 70, 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 Northern Colorado Bears vs Omaha Mavericks?
Northern Colorado Bears beat Omaha Mavericks 75-70 at Baxter Arena on December 3, 2025.
Who was favored in Northern Colorado Bears vs Omaha Mavericks?
Northern Colorado Bears were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -180 (about 64% implied). The favorite won.
In a closely contested matchup, the Northern Colorado Bears defeated the Omaha Mavericks 75-70 at Baxter Arena. This game was particularly noteworthy as it showcased the Bears' current form, having entered the contest with an impressive away record of 8-1, while the Mavericks struggled with a home record of 3-7.
The Bears came into this game riding a four-game winning streak, having averaged 86.5 points per game over their last ten outings, while allowing just 70.1 points. Their recent performances included a dominant 104-63 victory over Regis University on November 30, and a solid 71-53 win against Air Force on November 26. In contrast, the Mavericks had a record of 4-6 in their last ten games, scoring an average of 78.8 points while conceding 81.8 points. Their last outing resulted in a convincing 84-62 win against Mid America Christian Evangels on November 30, which marked a positive turn after a series of losses.
At home, the Mavericks had a perfect record of 4-0 prior to this match, but they had struggled on the road with an away record of 0-6. The Bears, on the other hand, had a solid away record of 3-1, demonstrating their ability to perform outside their home venue. This fixture was also an opportunity for the Mavericks to improve their standing, but ultimately, they fell short against a strong Bears team.
In terms of previous meetings, this matchup did not have a recent history documented in the provided facts, but the current form of both teams suggested a competitive encounter. The injury picture was not detailed in the block, leaving no specific players mentioned as being unavailable for this game.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had the Bears favored by 3.5 points, with a total set at 157.5. The odds reflected the Bears' strong performance leading up to the game, with a moneyline of -180 for the away team and +150 for the Mavericks. This context added an extra layer of anticipation for fans and bettors alike.
Conditions during the game were not explicitly mentioned, but the atmosphere at Baxter Arena typically provides a supportive environment for the Mavericks. Viewers were treated to a competitive display, particularly in the second half, where key scoring plays defined the outcome. Quinn Denker contributed significantly for the Bears, making crucial free throws as the game drew to a close, while Ibu Yamazaki's three-point jumper extended the Bears' lead to five points late in the game.
Overall, this fixture highlighted the contrasting fortunes of both teams, with the Bears continuing their strong season while the Mavericks faced challenges in their pursuit of consistency.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | UNCO -3.5 | 157.5 o -108 / u -112 | Northern Colorado Bears -180 · Omaha Mavericks +150 |
Leaders
- PointsJa'Sean Glover26Omaha Mavericks
- AssistsJa'Sean Glover3Omaha Mavericks
- ReboundsLance Waddles7Omaha Mavericks
- PointsQuinn Denker22Northern Colorado Bears
- AssistsQuinn Denker8Northern Colorado Bears
- ReboundsBrock Wisne8Northern Colorado Bears
Recent form
Omaha Mavericks
Last 10: 4-6Streak W178.8 scored · 81.8 allowed per game4-0 at home
- W84-62vs Mid America Christian EvangelsNov 30
- L61-74at Florida International PanthersNov 26
- L77-88at James Madison DukesNov 26
- L73-99at LSU TigersNov 22
- W96-80vs Concordia (NE) ClippersNov 20
- W90-85vs Southern Utah ThunderbirdsNov 16
- L74-97at Colorado State RamsNov 9
- L71-73at Abilene Christian WildcatsNov 7
- L77-85at Murray State RacersNov 3
- W85-75vs St. Thomas TommiesMar 10
Northern Colorado Bears
Last 10: 8-2Streak W486.5 scored · 70.1 allowed per game3-1 away
- W104-63vs Regis University REGIS UNIVERSITYNov 30
- W71-53at Air Force FalconsNov 26
- W97-93vs Cal State Fullerton TitansNov 23
- W86-80at Portland PilotsNov 23
- L72-73at St. Thomas TommiesNov 22
- W88-81at Pepperdine WavesNov 16
- W101-65vs Colorado Christian CougarsNov 8
- W91-57vs Colorado College TigersNov 4
- L83-91vs Montana GrizzliesMar 13
- W72-45vs Montana State BobcatsMar 12
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portland State | 20-11 | - | 13-5 |
| Montana State | 18-14 | 1 | 12-6 |
| Eastern Washington | 14-19 | 2 | 11-7 |
| Northern Colorado | 20-12 | 3 | 10-8 |
| Montana | 18-16 | 3 | 10-8 |
| Weber State | 16-16 | 3 | 10-8 |
| Idaho | 21-15 | 4 | 9-9 |
| Sacramento State | 10-21 | 8 | 6-12 |
| Idaho State | 13-20 | 8 | 5-13 |
| Northern Arizona | 10-22 | 9 | 4-14 |
| 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 | Northern Colorado Bears | Omaha Mavericks |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 26-60 | 24-55 |
| Field goal % | 43 | 44 |
| Three-pointers | 10-29 | 7-19 |
| Three-point % | 34 | 37 |
| Free throws | 13-15 | 15-22 |
| Free throw % | 87 | 68 |
| Rebounds | 37 | 33 |
| Offensive rebounds | 10 | 8 |
| Defensive rebounds | 27 | 25 |
| Assists | 16 | 9 |
| Steals | 6 | 5 |
| Blocks | 1 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 9 | 9 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 9 | 9 |
| Fast-break points | 5 | 6 |
| Points in the paint | 30 | 32 |
| Fouls | 18 | 15 |
| Largest lead | 6 | 5 |
| Lead changes | 15 | 15 |
| Time in front | 56 | 37 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half38-43Lance Waddles made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Khamani Cooper.
- 2nd Half40-43Quinn Denker made Layup. Assisted by Brock Wisne.
- 2nd Half40-44Brock Scholl made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half42-44Quinn Denker made Jumper.
- 2nd Half42-46Brock Scholl made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half44-46Ibu Yamazaki made Layup.
- 2nd Half46-46Quinn Denker made Layup.
- 2nd Half46-48Ja'Sean Glover made Layup.
- 2nd Half48-48Vincent Delano made Layup. Assisted by Quinn Denker.
- 2nd Half48-50Christian Richardson made Jumper.
- 2nd Half48-52Ja'Sean Glover made Jumper.
- 2nd Half50-52Brock Wisne made Layup. Assisted by Quinn Denker.
- 2nd Half51-52Vincent Delano made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half52-52Vincent Delano made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half52-53Khamani Cooper made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half52-54Khamani Cooper made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half55-54Zach Bloch made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Vincent Delano.
- 2nd Half55-56Brock Scholl made Jumper.
- 2nd Half56-56Vincent Delano made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half57-56Vincent Delano made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half59-56Brock Wisne made Jumper.
- 2nd Half59-57Khamani Cooper made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half59-58Khamani Cooper made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half59-60Ja'Sean Glover made Layup.
- 2nd Half62-60Ibu Yamazaki made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Quinn Denker.
- 2nd Half62-61Lance Waddles made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half62-62Lance Waddles made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half65-62Brock Wisne made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Quinn Denker.
- 2nd Half65-64Lance Waddles made Jumper.
- 2nd Half67-64Brock Wisne made Layup.
- 2nd Half68-64Brock Wisne made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half68-65Ja'Sean Glover made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half69-65Quinn Denker made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half70-65Quinn Denker made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half70-66Ja'Sean Glover made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half70-67Ja'Sean Glover made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half70-69Brock Scholl made Layup. Assisted by Lance Waddles.
- 2nd Half72-69Quinn Denker made Jumper.
- 2nd Half72-70Lance Waddles made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half75-70Ibu Yamazaki made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Quinn Denker.
Win probability
Above the line favours Omaha Mavericks, below favours Northern Colorado Bears.
Venue
- Baxter ArenaOmaha, NE
- Attendance2350
- OfficialsRob Kueneman, Gerald Williams, Anthony Burris
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