Omaha Mavericks Defeat Kansas City Roos 77-60
Saturday, January 24, 2026, 8:00 PM ET · Swinney Center
Omaha Mavericks 77, Kansas City Roos 60, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Omaha Mavericks vs Kansas City Roos?
Omaha Mavericks beat Kansas City Roos 77-60 at Swinney Center on January 24, 2026.
Who was favored in Omaha Mavericks vs Kansas City Roos?
Omaha Mavericks were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -185 (about 65% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup, the Omaha Mavericks secured a comfortable 77-60 victory over the Kansas City Roos at the Swinney Center. This win marks an important moment for Omaha, who had previously lost to Kansas City earlier in the season. The Mavericks improved their record to 11-12, while the Roos fell to 4-18, continuing their struggles this season.
Omaha entered the game with a record of 10-12, having gone 5-5 in their last ten games. Despite a recent loss to the South Dakota Coyotes, the Mavericks had shown resilience, averaging 76.4 points scored and allowing 73.4 points over their last ten games. In contrast, Kansas City struggled significantly, with a record of 4-17 and a dismal 2-7-1 in their last ten outings. They averaged 68.1 points scored while allowing an alarming 77.8 points per game during that stretch, highlighting their defensive vulnerabilities.
Historically, this matchup has leaned in favor of Omaha, who now holds a 3-1 advantage in their last four encounters with Kansas City. The Roos managed to secure a win against the Mavericks earlier this season on January 4, 2026, with a score of 73-66. However, this latest game saw Omaha turn the tables decisively.
In terms of home and away performance, Kansas City has struggled at home with a record of 1-2 in their last three home games, while Omaha has been more balanced, posting a 3-3 record at home in their recent outings. The Mavericks have also performed better on the road, with a 2-2 away record in their last four games.
Injury reports indicated that both teams were relatively healthy, with no significant injuries affecting the rosters. This allowed both coaches to field their strongest lineups, which contributed to the competitive nature of the game.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had Omaha favored by 4.5 points, with a total set at 148.5. The odds reflected a belief in Omaha's ability to win, which they did convincingly. The spread and total indicated expectations of a moderately high-scoring game, which ultimately aligned with the final score.
The conditions in the Swinney Center were conducive for basketball, with a competitive atmosphere that energized both teams. Viewers were treated to a display of skill, particularly from Omaha's Grant Stubblefield, who made significant contributions in the second half, including a floating jump shot that pushed the Mavericks' lead to 70-57.
As the game progressed, Omaha's offensive strategy became evident, focusing on high-percentage shots and free throws. Stubblefield's performance, alongside key plays from his teammates, allowed the Mavericks to extend their lead, showcasing their ability to capitalize on Kansas City's defensive lapses.
Overall, this game illustrated the current disparity between the two teams, with Omaha demonstrating a more effective offensive and defensive strategy. The Mavericks will look to build on this momentum, while Kansas City will need to address their defensive issues if they hope to turn their season around.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | OMA -4.5 | 148.5 o -108 / u -112 | Omaha Mavericks -185 · Kansas City Roos +154 |
Leaders
- PointsKasheem Grady II15Kansas City Roos
- AssistsChris Dockery3Kansas City Roos
- ReboundsChris Dockery7Kansas City Roos
- PointsPaul Djobet23Omaha Mavericks
- AssistsPaul Djobet4Omaha Mavericks
- ReboundsPaul Djobet11Omaha Mavericks
Recent form
Kansas City Roos
Last 10: 2-7-1Streak L468.1 scored · 77.8 allowed per game1-2 at home
- L62-90at South Dakota State JackrabbitsJan 17
- L83-99at South Dakota CoyotesJan 16
- L79-81vs North Dakota Fighting HawksJan 11
- 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
Omaha Mavericks
Last 10: 5-5Streak L176.4 scored · 73.4 allowed per game2-2 away
- L64-68vs South Dakota CoyotesJan 22
- W73-62at Oral Roberts Golden EaglesJan 18
- L76-78vs North Dakota State BisonJan 10
- 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
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 | Omaha Mavericks | Kansas City Roos |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 27-60 | 22-60 |
| Field goal % | 45 | 37 |
| Three-pointers | 8-25 | 8-31 |
| Three-point % | 32 | 26 |
| Free throws | 15-22 | 8-15 |
| Free throw % | 68 | 53 |
| Rebounds | 44 | 29 |
| Offensive rebounds | 13 | 9 |
| Defensive rebounds | 31 | 20 |
| Assists | 13 | 12 |
| Steals | 7 | 5 |
| Blocks | 2 | 6 |
| Turnovers | 17 | 15 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 11 | 8 |
| Fast-break points | 13 | 4 |
| Points in the paint | 32 | 14 |
| Fouls | 15 | 19 |
| Largest lead | 19 | 2 |
| Lead changes | 5 | 5 |
| Time in front | 92 | 5 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half42-30Paul Djobet makes free throw 2 of 2
- 1st Half42-32CJ Evans makes 10-foot floating jump shot
- 1st Half44-32Christian Richardson makes 5-foot dunk (Ja'Sean Glover assists)
- 1st Half44-34CJ Evans makes 9-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half44-36Jayson Petty makes 3-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half45-36Christian Richardson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half46-36Christian Richardson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half48-36Paul Djobet makes driving layup (Grant Stubblefield assists)
- 2nd Half48-39Chris Dockery makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jayson Petty assists)
- 2nd Half50-39Christian Richardson makes 2-foot dunk (Tony Osburn assists)
- 2nd Half52-39Grant Stubblefield makes driving layup
- 2nd Half54-39Paul Djobet makes layup (Grant Stubblefield assists)
- 2nd Half54-41Jayson Petty makes 18-foot pullup jump shot (Jamaria Clark assists)
- 2nd Half56-41Brock Scholl makes layup (Paul Djobet assists)
- 2nd Half57-41Paul Djobet makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half58-41Paul Djobet makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half58-43Chris Dockery makes 13-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half58-46Chris Dockery makes 25-foot three point jumper (CJ Evans assists)
- 2nd Half58-48Babacar Mbengue makes 10-foot hook shot (CJ Evans assists)
- 2nd Half58-51Karmello Branch makes 25-foot three pointer (Addarin Scott assists)
- 2nd Half59-51Paul Djobet makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half60-51Paul Djobet makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half61-51Kamryn Thomas makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half62-51Kamryn Thomas makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half62-53Jayson Petty makes 6-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half64-53Grant Stubblefield makes 10-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half65-53Lance Waddles makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half65-55Trey Booker-Lowery makes 14-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half66-55Christian Richardson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half68-55Christian Richardson makes 4-foot dunk (Grant Stubblefield assists)
- 2nd Half68-56Kasheem Grady II makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half68-57Kasheem Grady II makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half70-57Grant Stubblefield makes 8-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half70-58Kasheem Grady II makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half72-58Christian Richardson makes 8-foot jumper
- 2nd Half73-58Grant Stubblefield makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half74-58Grant Stubblefield makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half77-58Aidan Skradis makes 25-foot three point jumper (Ja'Sean Glover assists)
- 2nd Half77-59Kasheem Grady II makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half77-60Kasheem Grady II makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Kansas City Roos, below favours Omaha Mavericks.
Venue
- Swinney CenterKansas City, MO
- Attendance405
- OfficialsGerald Williams, Sutton Simon, RJ Johnson
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