Portland State Vikings Defeat South Dakota Coyotes 77-71
Wednesday, December 3, 2025, 8:00 PM ET · Sanford Coyote Sports Center
Portland State Vikings 77, South Dakota Coyotes 71, 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 Portland State Vikings vs South Dakota Coyotes?
Portland State Vikings beat South Dakota Coyotes 77-71 at Sanford Coyote Sports Center on December 3, 2025.
Who was favored in Portland State Vikings vs South Dakota Coyotes?
Portland State Vikings were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -142 (about 59% implied). The favorite won.
In a closely contested matchup, the Portland State Vikings emerged victorious against the South Dakota Coyotes, winning 77-71 at the Sanford Coyote Sports Center. This game was noteworthy as it featured two teams with similar overall records, both entering the contest with a 5-4 home record for South Dakota and a 5-2 away record for Portland State. The Vikings' recent form has been impressive, with a record of 7-3 over their last ten games and a current winning streak of three games. They averaged 79.9 points scored and allowed 71.1 points in that stretch, showcasing their offensive capabilities.
The Coyotes, meanwhile, had a record of 6-4 in their last ten games, with a two-game winning streak leading into this matchup. They averaged 83.8 points scored and 82.0 points allowed during this period, indicating a high-scoring style of play. At home, South Dakota had a strong record of 5-1, while their away record stood at a less favorable 1-3, highlighting their dependence on home-court advantage.
In terms of previous meetings, there was no specific data provided, but both teams have shown they can compete effectively in their respective leagues. The injury picture was not detailed in the block, leaving fans to speculate on the impact of player availability on the game.
The betting market, as reported by DraftKings, had the Vikings favored with a spread of 2.5 points. The total points line was set at 158.5, with odds of -108 for the over and -112 for the under. The moneyline odds reflected a strong belief in the Vikings' chances, with Portland State at -142 and South Dakota at +120.
Conditions in the Sanford Coyote Sports Center were conducive to a competitive game, and both teams appeared ready to capitalize on their strengths. As the game progressed, the Vikings secured their win through a series of free throws in the second half, with Isaac Bruns and Jaylin Henderson contributing significantly to the final score. Bruns made multiple free throws down the stretch, helping to maintain the lead as the Coyotes fought to close the gap.
Overall, the matchup highlighted the offensive firepower of both teams, with the final score reflecting their scoring averages. The Vikings' ability to execute in critical moments, particularly in free-throw situations, was a decisive factor in their victory.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | PRST -2.5 | 158.5 o -108 / u -112 | Portland State Vikings -142 · South Dakota Coyotes +120 |
Leaders
- PointsIsaac Bruns28South Dakota Coyotes
- AssistsIsaac Bruns3South Dakota Coyotes
- ReboundsIsaac Bruns9South Dakota Coyotes
- PointsTerri Miller Jr.26Portland State Vikings
- AssistsJaylin Henderson11Portland State Vikings
- ReboundsTerri Miller Jr.11Portland State Vikings
Recent form
South Dakota Coyotes
Last 10: 6-4Streak W283.8 scored · 82 allowed per game5-1 at home
- W80-63vs Air Force FalconsNov 29
- W82-81vs South Carolina State BulldogsNov 23
- L68-102at Missouri TigersNov 21
- W83-78vs Western Michigan BroncosNov 16
- W89-74vs Southern Indiana Screaming EaglesNov 13
- W121-65vs Ozark Christian AmbassadorsNov 9
- L76-92at Creighton BluejaysNov 6
- L79-81vs Utah Tech TrailblazersNov 4
- L75-100at Omaha MavericksMar 9
- W85-84at North Dakota State BisonMar 8
Portland State Vikings
Last 10: 7-3Streak W379.9 scored · 71.1 allowed per game1-2 away
- W68-63at Utah Tech TrailblazersNov 26
- W90-61vs Evergreen State GeoducksNov 20
- W93-80vs Cal State Bakersfield RoadrunnersNov 18
- L70-80at San Francisco DonsNov 13
- W122-74vs Northwest Indian RedHawksNov 8
- L79-89at Stanford CardinalNov 5
- L70-80vs Idaho VandalsMar 11
- W59-56vs Sacramento State HornetsMar 4
- W79-76vs Montana GrizzliesMar 1
- W69-52vs Montana State BobcatsFeb 28
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 | Portland State Vikings | South Dakota Coyotes |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 28-59 | 22-58 |
| Field goal % | 47 | 38 |
| Three-pointers | 3-10 | 4-17 |
| Three-point % | 30 | 24 |
| Free throws | 18-26 | 23-34 |
| Free throw % | 69 | 68 |
| Rebounds | 36 | 40 |
| Offensive rebounds | 9 | 13 |
| Defensive rebounds | 27 | 27 |
| Assists | 16 | 8 |
| Steals | 11 | 12 |
| Blocks | 6 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 13 | 17 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 22 | 12 |
| Fast-break points | 24 | 9 |
| Points in the paint | 50 | 30 |
| Fouls | 23 | 20 |
| Largest lead | 13 | 5 |
| Lead changes | 4 | 4 |
| Time in front | 80 | 16 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half50-42Cameron Fens made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half50-43Cameron Fens made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half51-43Alex Dupre made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half52-43Alex Dupre made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half54-43Terri Miller Jr. made Layup.
- 2nd Half54-44Isaac Bruns made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half56-44Keyon Kensie Jr. made Layup. Assisted by Terri Miller Jr..
- 2nd Half56-46Isaac Bruns made Jumper.
- 2nd Half58-46Terri Miller Jr. made Layup. Assisted by Alex Dupre.
- 2nd Half59-46Terri Miller Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half59-47Shey Eberwein made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half59-48Evan Anderson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half59-49Evan Anderson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half62-49Kelcy Phipps made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jaylin Henderson.
- 2nd Half62-51Cameron Fens made Layup.
- 2nd Half62-53Isaac Bruns made Jumper.
- 2nd Half64-53Tre-Vaughn Minott made Dunk. Assisted by Jaylin Henderson.
- 2nd Half65-53Jaylin Henderson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half65-56Jordan Crawford made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half66-56Tre-Vaughn Minott made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half66-57Uzziah Buntyn made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half68-57Jaylin Henderson made Layup.
- 2nd Half68-59Ethan Kizer made Layup.
- 2nd Half70-59Jaylin Henderson made Layup.
- 2nd Half70-61Uzziah Buntyn made Layup.
- 2nd Half70-62Uzziah Buntyn made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half70-64Isaac Bruns made Layup. Assisted by Uzziah Buntyn.
- 2nd Half70-65Isaac Bruns made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half72-65Terri Miller Jr. made Layup.
- 2nd Half72-66Isaac Bruns made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half72-67Isaac Bruns made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half73-67Keyon Kensie Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half73-68Isaac Bruns made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half73-69Isaac Bruns made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half74-69Terri Miller Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half75-69Kelcy Phipps made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half75-70Isaac Bruns made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half75-71Isaac Bruns made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half76-71Jaylin Henderson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half77-71Jaylin Henderson made Free Throw.
Win probability
Above the line favours South Dakota Coyotes, below favours Portland State Vikings.
Venue
- Sanford Coyote Sports CenterVermillion, SD
- Attendance1324
- OfficialsTim Stewart, King Whetstone, Kevin Raher
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