Denver Pioneers Defeat South Dakota State Jackrabbits 79-61
Thursday, February 12, 2026, 9:00 PM ET · Hamilton Gymnasium
Denver Pioneers 79, South Dakota State Jackrabbits 61, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won South Dakota State Jackrabbits vs Denver Pioneers?
Denver Pioneers beat South Dakota State Jackrabbits 79-61 at Hamilton Gymnasium on February 12, 2026.
Who was favored in South Dakota State Jackrabbits vs Denver Pioneers?
South Dakota State Jackrabbits were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -135 (about 57% implied). The underdog won.
In a decisive matchup at Hamilton Gymnasium, the Denver Pioneers secured a solid victory over the South Dakota State Jackrabbits with a final score of 79-61. This win marks a significant performance for the Pioneers, who have shown resilience in their recent games, particularly with a current winning streak of two games. Denver's home record stands at 13-14, while South Dakota State's away record is 11-15, highlighting the challenges faced by the Jackrabbits on the road.
The Pioneers have been averaging 82.7 points per game over their last ten outings, while allowing 81.8 points, indicating a high-scoring style of play. In contrast, the Jackrabbits have averaged 77.7 points scored and 74.7 points allowed in their last ten games, suggesting a more balanced approach defensively. However, South Dakota State's recent form has been less favorable, as they are currently on a two-game losing streak, which has impacted their overall momentum.
In their last five games, the Pioneers have recorded three wins and two losses, with an average of 82.6 points scored and 77.6 points allowed. This offensive output has been critical in their recent successes, including a notable victory against the North Dakota Fighting Hawks, where they won 98-79. Conversely, the Jackrabbits have struggled recently, with only one win in their last five games, averaging 72.8 points scored and 74.2 points allowed.
When considering the home and away performances, the Pioneers have a home record of 1-3 in their last four games, while the Jackrabbits have not won any of their last four away games. This trend continued as they faced the Pioneers, who capitalized on their home advantage.
Historically, the Pioneers have faced the Jackrabbits three times in the last two seasons, with a record of 1-2 against them prior to this game. Their previous meeting on January 9, 2026, ended in an 87-79 defeat for the Pioneers, but they had previously triumphed over South Dakota State in a home game on March 1, 2025, winning 78-62.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details, but the performance of both teams could be influenced by the health of key players. The market for this game, as provided by DraftKings, had South Dakota State as the favorites with a spread of -2.5 and a total of 160.5 points. The odds for the home moneyline were set at +114, while the away moneyline was at -135, indicating a slight edge for the Jackrabbits before the game.
The conditions during the game were not detailed, but the atmosphere at Hamilton Gymnasium likely played a role in the Pioneers' performance. Fans witnessed several key scoring plays that contributed to the final outcome, including a notable three-point jumper by Jeremiah Burke and a driving layup by Carson Johnson, which helped solidify the Pioneers' lead in the second half.
As the game progressed, the Pioneers maintained control, with significant contributions from their players, ultimately leading to a 79-61 victory. This result not only enhances Denver's standing but also raises questions about South Dakota State's ability to compete effectively in future away games.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | SDST -2.5 | 160.5 o -110 / u -110 | South Dakota State Jackrabbits -135 · Denver Pioneers +114 |
Leaders
- PointsCarson Johnson23Denver Pioneers
- AssistsCarson Johnson5Denver Pioneers
- ReboundsJeremiah Burke12Denver Pioneers
- PointsDamon Wilkinson18South Dakota State Jackrabbits
- AssistsJaden Jackson2South Dakota State Jackrabbits
- ReboundsDamon Wilkinson6South Dakota State Jackrabbits
Recent form
Denver Pioneers
Last 10: 4-6Streak W282.7 scored · 81.8 allowed per game1-3 at home
- W98-79at North Dakota Fighting HawksFeb 7
- W78-71at North Dakota State BisonFeb 6
- L82-84vs Omaha MavericksJan 31
- W69-61at Kansas City RoosJan 29
- L86-93vs North Dakota Fighting HawksJan 24
- L77-82vs North Dakota State BisonJan 23
- W98-87vs Oral Roberts Golden EaglesJan 15
- L72-82at South Dakota CoyotesJan 10
- L79-87at South Dakota State JackrabbitsJan 9
- L88-92at St. Thomas TommiesJan 4
South Dakota State Jackrabbits
Last 10: 4-6Streak L277.7 scored · 74.7 allowed per game0-4 away
- L67-68vs South Dakota CoyotesFeb 7
- L62-77vs St. Thomas TommiesFeb 5
- W95-72vs Oral Roberts Golden EaglesJan 31
- L71-80at Omaha MavericksJan 29
- L69-74at St. Thomas TommiesJan 23
- W90-62vs Kansas City RoosJan 17
- L65-76at North Dakota State BisonJan 15
- W87-79vs Denver PioneersJan 9
- L87-90at North Dakota Fighting HawksJan 3
- W84-69vs Omaha MavericksJan 1
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 |
| Gonzaga | 31-4 | - | 16-2 |
| Saint Mary's | 27-6 | - | 16-2 |
| Santa Clara | 26-9 | 1 | 15-3 |
| Oregon State | 17-16 | 7 | 9-9 |
| Seattle U | 21-14 | 8 | 8-10 |
| Pacific | 18-15 | 8 | 8-10 |
| San Francisco | 17-16 | 8 | 8-10 |
| Washington State | 12-20 | 9 | 7-11 |
| Loyola Marymount | 15-17 | 10 | 6-12 |
| Portland | 15-19 | 10 | 6-12 |
| San Diego | 12-21 | 11 | 5-13 |
| Pepperdine | 9-23 | 12 | 4-14 |
Box score
| Stat | South Dakota State Jackrabbits | Denver Pioneers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 25-65 | 28-58 |
| Field goal % | 38 | 48 |
| Three-pointers | 2-18 | 12-23 |
| Three-point % | 11 | 52 |
| Free throws | 9-10 | 11-15 |
| Free throw % | 90 | 73 |
| Rebounds | 29 | 43 |
| Offensive rebounds | 9 | 12 |
| Defensive rebounds | 20 | 31 |
| Assists | 3 | 12 |
| Steals | 5 | 4 |
| Blocks | 4 | 1 |
| Turnovers | 5 | 8 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 1 |
| Points off turnovers | 6 | 5 |
| Fast-break points | 2 | 9 |
| Points in the paint | 38 | 22 |
| Fouls | 13 | 15 |
| Largest lead | 2 | 20 |
| Lead changes | 2 | 2 |
| Time in front | 1 | 90 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half27-36Damon Wilkinson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half27-38Carson Johnson makes 17-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half27-41Jeremiah Burke makes 23-foot three point jumper (Zane Nelson assists)
- 2nd Half27-44Carson Johnson makes 24-foot three pointer (Jeremiah Burke assists)
- 2nd Half29-44Kalen Garry makes driving layup
- 2nd Half29-46Zane Nelson makes driving layup
- 2nd Half31-46Matthew Mors makes driving layup
- 2nd Half33-46Kalen Garry makes 7-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half33-49Carson Johnson makes 24-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half33-51Shaun Wysocki makes driving layup
- 2nd Half35-51Damon Wilkinson makes 5-foot hook shot (Jaden Jackson assists)
- 2nd Half35-53Shaun Wysocki makes 1-foot dunk (Carson Johnson assists)
- 2nd Half37-53Jaden Jackson makes layup
- 2nd Half37-55Shaun Wysocki makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half39-55Damon Wilkinson makes layup
- 2nd Half40-55Damon Wilkinson makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half40-58Carson Johnson makes 24-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half43-58Matthew Mors makes 24-foot three point jumper (Kalen Garry assists)
- 2nd Half43-61Jeremiah Burke makes 22-foot three point jumper (Josh Lee assists)
- 2nd Half44-61Damon Wilkinson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half45-61Damon Wilkinson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half47-61Kalen Garry makes 11-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half47-63Logan Kinsey makes 0-foot dunk
- 2nd Half47-65Jeremiah Burke makes 5-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half47-66Jeremiah Burke makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half49-66Joe Sayler makes driving layup
- 2nd Half51-66Joe Sayler makes driving layup
- 2nd Half53-66Joe Sayler makes 12-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half53-68Logan Kinsey makes layup (Gabe Oldham assists)
- 2nd Half55-68Damon Wilkinson makes layup (Jaden Jackson assists)
- 2nd Half56-68Damon Wilkinson makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half56-70Zane Nelson makes 19-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half56-71Zane Nelson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half56-72Zane Nelson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half56-75Jeremiah Burke makes 23-foot three point jumper (Carson Johnson assists)
- 2nd Half59-75Joe Sayler makes 24-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half59-76Carson Johnson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half59-77Carson Johnson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half59-79Carson Johnson makes driving layup
- 2nd Half61-79Damon Wilkinson makes 6-foot turnaround jump shot
Win probability
Above the line favours Denver Pioneers, below favours South Dakota State Jackrabbits.
Venue
- Hamilton GymnasiumDenver, CO
- Attendance1047
- OfficialsMichael Irving, Todd Von Sossan, Chad Barlow
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