Oral Roberts Dominates Kansas City in Convincing Win
Saturday, February 28, 2026, 8:00 PM ET · Swinney Center
Oral Roberts Golden Eagles 94, Kansas City Roos 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 Oral Roberts Golden Eagles vs Kansas City Roos?
Oral Roberts Golden Eagles beat Kansas City Roos 94-70 at Swinney Center on February 28, 2026.
Who was favored in Oral Roberts Golden Eagles vs Kansas City Roos?
Oral Roberts Golden Eagles were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -185 (about 65% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup, the Oral Roberts Golden Eagles defeated the Kansas City Roos with a final score of 94 to 70 at the Swinney Center. This victory marks a continuation of Oral Roberts' recent success, as they have now won their last two games, bringing their record in the last ten to 3-7. In contrast, Kansas City remains mired in a difficult stretch, having lost their last ten games, with a record of 0-10 over that span.
Oral Roberts showcased a strong offensive performance, averaging 71.4 points scored in their last ten games, while allowing an average of 79.8 points. In this game, they exceeded their scoring average, demonstrating their ability to capitalize on opportunities against a struggling Kansas City defense that has allowed an average of 84.3 points in their last ten outings. Kansas City, on the other hand, has averaged only 63.4 points scored during that same period, reflecting their ongoing struggles to find consistent scoring.
At home, Kansas City has struggled significantly, holding a record of 0-5 in their last five home games. Their performance at home has been characterized by a lack of offensive firepower, as they have averaged just 62.4 points scored while allowing 85.2 points. Conversely, Oral Roberts has performed better on the road, with a 0-4 record in their last four away games, but they have shown resilience with a more competitive average scoring of 75.6 points in their last five games, compared to their overall average.
The two teams have met four times in recent seasons, with the series now tied at 2-2. The most recent encounter prior to this game was on February 13, 2026, where Oral Roberts also emerged victorious with a score of 69-60. This history of competitive matchups added an intriguing layer to the fixture, although Oral Roberts clearly established dominance in this latest meeting.
In terms of injuries, there were no specific details provided in the block regarding player absences, but both teams have faced challenges throughout the season that may have impacted their performance.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had Oral Roberts favored by 3.5 points, with a total set at 149.5. The odds reflected a general expectation of a competitive game, although the final score indicated a much clearer outcome in favor of the Golden Eagles.
The conditions at the Swinney Center were typical for a late winter game, with no specific weather-related factors reported that would have influenced play. The focus for viewers was on how Oral Roberts would leverage their recent form against a Kansas City team struggling to find its rhythm.
As the game progressed, key moments included a series of scoring plays that highlighted Oral Roberts' offensive efficiency. Connor Dow's layup, assisted by Ty Harper, pushed the score to 88-63 in the second half, exemplifying the Golden Eagles' ability to maintain pressure. Other notable plays included Martins Kilups' layup and a 16-foot pullup jump shot by Kasheem Grady II, which further extended their lead.
In conclusion, this game underscored the challenges facing Kansas City as they continue to seek answers amid a tough season, while Oral Roberts capitalized on their momentum to secure a convincing victory.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | ORU -3.5 | 149.5 o -108 / u -112 | Oral Roberts Golden Eagles -185 · Kansas City Roos +154 |
Leaders
- PointsKarmello Branch22Kansas City Roos
- AssistsKarmello Branch5Kansas City Roos
- ReboundsBabacar Mbengue5Kansas City Roos
- PointsTy Harper27Oral Roberts Golden Eagles
- AssistsTy Harper6Oral Roberts Golden Eagles
- ReboundsConnor Dow8Oral Roberts Golden Eagles
Recent form
Kansas City Roos
Last 10: 0-10Streak L1063.4 scored · 84.3 allowed per game0-5 at home
- L59-73vs South Dakota State JackrabbitsFeb 27
- L59-95at North Dakota State BisonFeb 21
- L70-85at North Dakota Fighting HawksFeb 20
- L64-104vs St. Thomas TommiesFeb 15
- L60-69at Oral Roberts Golden EaglesFeb 13
- L75-82vs South Dakota CoyotesFeb 5
- L64-99at St. Thomas TommiesFeb 1
- L61-69vs Denver PioneersJan 29
- L60-77vs Omaha MavericksJan 25
- L62-90at South Dakota State JackrabbitsJan 17
Oral Roberts Golden Eagles
Last 10: 3-7Streak W271.4 scored · 79.8 allowed per game0-4 away
- W102-80vs Denver PioneersFeb 27
- W67-62vs South Dakota CoyotesFeb 22
- L71-80at Omaha MavericksFeb 19
- L69-87vs South Dakota State JackrabbitsFeb 15
- W69-60vs Kansas City RoosFeb 13
- L75-92at St. Thomas TommiesFeb 8
- L72-95at South Dakota State JackrabbitsJan 31
- L69-77at South Dakota CoyotesJan 30
- L58-86vs North Dakota State BisonJan 24
- L62-79vs North Dakota Fighting HawksJan 23
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 | Oral Roberts Golden Eagles | Kansas City Roos |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 36-61 | 23-56 |
| Field goal % | 59 | 41 |
| Three-pointers | 9-21 | 9-27 |
| Three-point % | 43 | 33 |
| Free throws | 13-23 | 15-28 |
| Free throw % | 57 | 54 |
| Rebounds | 42 | 27 |
| Offensive rebounds | 7 | 6 |
| Defensive rebounds | 35 | 21 |
| Assists | 20 | 13 |
| Steals | 10 | 5 |
| Blocks | 3 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 8 | 11 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 19 | 7 |
| Fast-break points | 28 | 2 |
| Points in the paint | 46 | 22 |
| Fouls | 23 | 16 |
| Largest lead | 27 | 0 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 98 | 0 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half51-36Connor Dow makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half53-36Ty Harper makes 2-foot dunk
- 2nd Half53-39Jayson Petty makes 25-foot three point jumper (Karmello Branch assists)
- 2nd Half56-39Luke Gray makes 26-foot three point jumper (Ty Harper assists)
- 2nd Half58-39Ty Harper makes driving layup
- 2nd Half58-41Kasheem Grady II makes 15-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half58-44Jayson Petty makes 24-foot three point jumper (Karmello Branch assists)
- 2nd Half61-44Connor Dow makes 25-foot three point jumper (Ofri Naveh assists)
- 2nd Half61-46Addarin Scott makes 16-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half61-48Kasheem Grady II makes 11-foot pullup jump shot (Karmello Branch assists)
- 2nd Half63-48Chase Martin makes layup (Ty Harper assists)
- 2nd Half63-51Karmello Branch makes 29-foot three point jumper (Addarin Scott assists)
- 2nd Half64-51Ty Harper makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half64-53Addarin Scott makes layup (Karmello Branch assists)
- 2nd Half65-53Ofri Naveh makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half66-53Connor Dow makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half67-53Connor Dow makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half67-55Karmello Branch makes driving layup
- 2nd Half68-55Ty Harper makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half69-55Ty Harper makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half69-57CJ Evans makes 13-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half71-57Martins Kilups makes layup (Ofri Naveh assists)
- 2nd Half74-57Martins Kilups makes 22-foot three point jumper (Chase Martin assists)
- 2nd Half74-58CJ Evans makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half74-59CJ Evans makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half76-59Connor Dow makes driving layup
- 2nd Half78-59Ty Harper makes 4-foot dunk (Connor Dow assists)
- 2nd Half78-60Chris Dockery makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half80-60Ofri Naveh makes layup (Martins Kilups assists)
- 2nd Half83-60Luke Gray makes 23-foot three pointer
- 2nd Half86-60Luke Gray makes 26-foot three point jumper (Ty Harper assists)
- 2nd Half86-63Karmello Branch makes 24-foot three point jumper (Addarin Scott assists)
- 2nd Half88-63Connor Dow makes layup (Ty Harper assists)
- 2nd Half90-63Martins Kilups makes layup (Luke Gray assists)
- 2nd Half90-65Kasheem Grady II makes 16-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half92-65Ty Harper makes 1-foot dunk (Yuto Yamanouchi-Williams assists)
- 2nd Half92-66Karmello Branch makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half92-68Jerome Palm makes driving layup (Kasheem Grady II assists)
- 2nd Half94-68Cal Furnish makes 14-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half94-70Trey Booker-Lowery makes driving layup
Win probability
Above the line favours Kansas City Roos, below favours Oral Roberts Golden Eagles.
Venue
- Swinney CenterKansas City, MO
- Attendance1114
- OfficialsIan Caldwell, Chris Fuller, Mason Siler
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