NCAAB · Final

Coyotes Edge Bulldogs in Thrilling Finish

Sunday, November 23, 2025, 2:00 PM ET · Sanford Coyote Sports Center

South Dakota Coyotes 82, South Carolina State Bulldogs 81, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won South Carolina State Bulldogs vs South Dakota Coyotes?

South Dakota Coyotes beat South Carolina State Bulldogs 82-81 at Sanford Coyote Sports Center on November 23, 2025.

In a closely contested matchup, the South Dakota Coyotes narrowly defeated the South Carolina State Bulldogs with a final score of 82-81 at the Sanford Coyote Sports Center. This game showcased the Coyotes' resilience, especially after their recent struggles, and highlighted the Bulldogs' ongoing difficulties this season.

The Coyotes entered the game with a record of 4-3, having won five of their last ten games but coming off a loss against the Missouri Tigers, where they fell 68-102. Their recent form has been a mix of highs and lows, averaging 84.6 points scored while allowing 83.7 points per game. At home, they have performed better, holding a 4-1 record, while their away performance has been less impressive at 1-4. In their last five games, the Coyotes have managed a record of 3-2, scoring an average of 87.4 points and allowing 82.2 points.

On the other hand, the Bulldogs struggled significantly, arriving at the game with a dismal 0-6 record. Their last ten games reflect a record of 4-6, but they are currently on a six-game losing streak. The Bulldogs have averaged 69.3 points scored and 77.3 points allowed during this stretch. They have not won a game on the road, holding an 0-5 record away from home, and their last five games have seen them score an average of just 61.2 points while allowing 87.4 points.

The matchup was particularly interesting given the contrasting trajectories of the two teams. The Coyotes, despite their recent loss, were seen as the favorites going into the game, with the market pricing their win probability at 1.0, indicating strong confidence in their ability to secure the victory. Conditions in the Sanford Coyote Sports Center were favorable for the home team, contributing to their performance.

Throughout the game, the scoring was intense, with both teams exchanging leads multiple times. Key moments included a series of free throws and layups that kept the score tight in the second half. Noah Treadwell of the Bulldogs made crucial free throws and a three-point jumper, while Rayniel Wright contributed with timely layups. The Coyotes' Jordan Crawford sealed the game with a layup, bringing the final score to 82-81.

In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but the absence of key players can often impact team dynamics and performance.

Overall, this fixture was worth noting not just for the close scoreline but also for the implications it holds for both teams moving forward. The Coyotes will look to build on this victory, while the Bulldogs will need to regroup and find solutions to their ongoing struggles.

Leaders

PointsJordan Crawford25South Dakota Coyotes
AssistsUzziah Buntyn6South Dakota Coyotes
ReboundsUzziah Buntyn7South Dakota Coyotes
PointsCameron Clark17South Carolina State Bulldogs
AssistsRayniel Wright8South Carolina State Bulldogs
ReboundsFlorian Tenebay7South Carolina State Bulldogs

Recent form

South Dakota Coyotes

Last 10: 5-5Streak L184.6 scored · 83.7 allowed per game4-1 at home

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
W92-79vs North Dakota Fighting HawksMar 1
L78-82at North Dakota State BisonFeb 27

South Carolina State Bulldogs

Last 10: 4-6Streak L669.3 scored · 77.3 allowed per game0-5 away

L66-78vs Chattanooga MocsNov 20
L61-88at Charleston CougarsNov 15
L62-85at North Carolina A&T AggiesNov 11
L72-82at Samford BulldogsNov 8
L45-104at Louisville CardinalsNov 4
L65-66at Norfolk State SpartansMar 15
W88-67vs North Carolina Central EaglesMar 15
W68-63vs Coppin State EaglesMar 13
W87-71vs North Carolina Central EaglesMar 7
W79-69vs Howard BisonMar 4

Standings

Team	Overall	Games behind	In conference
Howard	24-11	-	11-3
Morgan State	14-16	1	10-4
Norfolk State	15-17	3	8-6
North Carolina Central	14-18	3	8-6
South Carolina State	10-22	4	7-7
Maryland Eastern Shore	9-23	6	5-9
Coppin State	7-24	6	5-9
Delaware State	8-23	9	2-12
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	South Carolina State Bulldogs	South Dakota Coyotes
Field goals	30-64	29-61
Field goal %	47	48
Three-pointers	5-13	6-20
Three-point %	38	30
Free throws	16-19	18-28
Free throw %	84	64
Rebounds	33	42
Offensive rebounds	16	21
Defensive rebounds	17	21
Assists	15	15
Steals	14	6
Blocks	5	6
Turnovers	13	18
Team turnovers	1	1
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	25	14
Fast-break points	15	10
Points in the paint	42	42
Fouls	21	15
Largest lead	1	20

How the scoring went

2nd Half43-55Rayniel Wright made Jumper.
2nd Half43-58Shey Eberwein made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Uzziah Buntyn.
2nd Half43-59Jake Brack made Free Throw.
2nd Half43-61Isaac Bruns made Layup.
2nd Half43-63Jake Brack made Jumper.
2nd Half46-63Noah Treadwell made Three Point Jumper.
2nd Half47-63James Morrow made Free Throw.
2nd Half48-63James Morrow made Free Throw.
2nd Half48-65Jordan Crawford made Jumper.
2nd Half51-65Owen Bronston Jr. made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jayden Johnson.
2nd Half53-65Cameron Clark made Layup. Assisted by Tim Okojie.
2nd Half53-68Shey Eberwein made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Vince Buzelis.
2nd Half55-68Cameron Clark made Layup. Assisted by Jayden Johnson.
2nd Half55-69Isaac Bruns made Free Throw.
2nd Half55-70Isaac Bruns made Free Throw.
2nd Half57-70Florian Tenebay made Two Point Tip Shot.
2nd Half58-70Florian Tenebay made Free Throw.
2nd Half60-70Cameron Clark made Layup. Assisted by Rayniel Wright.
2nd Half62-70Cameron Clark made Layup. Assisted by Rayniel Wright.
2nd Half62-71Isaac Bruns made Free Throw.
2nd Half62-72Isaac Bruns made Free Throw.
2nd Half64-72Florian Tenebay made Two Point Tip Shot.
2nd Half65-72Owen Bronston Jr. made Free Throw.
2nd Half66-72Owen Bronston Jr. made Free Throw.
2nd Half66-73Uzziah Buntyn made Free Throw.
2nd Half68-73James Morrow made Two Point Tip Shot.
2nd Half68-74Jordan Crawford made Free Throw.
2nd Half70-74Owen Bronston Jr. made Layup.
2nd Half70-76Uzziah Buntyn made Jumper.
2nd Half70-77Shey Eberwein made Free Throw.
2nd Half70-78Shey Eberwein made Free Throw.
2nd Half71-78Noah Treadwell made Free Throw.
2nd Half72-78Noah Treadwell made Free Throw.
2nd Half73-78Noah Treadwell made Free Throw.
2nd Half76-78Noah Treadwell made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Rayniel Wright.
2nd Half78-78Rayniel Wright made Layup.
2nd Half78-80Cameron Fens made Layup. Assisted by Shey Eberwein.
2nd Half79-80Cameron Clark made Free Throw.
2nd Half81-80Rayniel Wright made Layup.
2nd Half81-82Jordan Crawford made Layup.

Win probability

Above the line favours South Dakota Coyotes, below favours South Carolina State Bulldogs.