Milwaukee Panthers Edge South Dakota State Jackrabbits 88-87
Friday, December 19, 2025, 5:00 PM ET · Fiserv Forum
Milwaukee Panthers 88, South Dakota State Jackrabbits 87, 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 Milwaukee Panthers?
Milwaukee Panthers beat South Dakota State Jackrabbits 88-87 at Fiserv Forum on December 19, 2025.
Who was favored in South Dakota State Jackrabbits vs Milwaukee Panthers?
South Dakota State Jackrabbits were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -130 (about 57% implied). The underdog won.
In a thrilling encounter at the Fiserv Forum, the Milwaukee Panthers narrowly defeated the South Dakota State Jackrabbits with a final score of 88-87. This closely contested matchup showcased the resilience of both teams, particularly as they battled through a high-scoring game that ultimately came down to the final moments.
The Panthers entered the game with a home record of 5-6 and had shown a mixed bag of results in their last ten games, holding a record of 4-6. They were on a one-game losing streak, having lost to the Indiana State Sycamores 70-68 just days prior. Milwaukee's scoring average over their last ten games was 79.7 points, while they allowed an average of 81.7 points, indicating a tendency for high-scoring affairs. At home, they had a record of 4-1 in their last five games, averaging 81.2 points scored and 78.4 points allowed.
On the other hand, the Jackrabbits came into the game with a 7-7 overall record and a recent form of 5-5 in their last ten outings. They were also on a one-game losing streak, having lost to the Wyoming Cowboys 87-72. South Dakota State averaged 76.2 points scored and 68.5 points allowed in their last ten games, reflecting a more defensively minded approach compared to Milwaukee. Their away record was 2-2, and they had shown the ability to score effectively, particularly in their last five games where they averaged 78.0 points scored and allowed 71.8 points.
The matchup was particularly significant given the historical context; both teams had faced off previously, but this game was a fresh opportunity for each side to assert dominance. The Panthers were looking to build on their home advantage, while the Jackrabbits aimed to improve their away performance.
In terms of injuries, no specific players were mentioned in the block, suggesting that both teams were likely at full strength, which added to the competitiveness of the game. The betting lines from DraftKings indicated that South Dakota State was favored by 1.5 points, with a total set at 151.5, reflecting expectations for a high-scoring game.
As the game unfolded, fans witnessed a series of intense scoring plays. Notable moments included Faizon Fields making a crucial dunk, Kalen Garry contributing with a layup, and Josh Dixon's free throws that helped maintain Milwaukee's slim lead. In the final moments, Jaden Jackson's impressive 28-foot three-point jumper brought the Jackrabbits within one point, but it was not enough to secure the victory.
The conditions at the Fiserv Forum were conducive to an exciting game, with both teams bringing their best efforts to the floor. The atmosphere was electric, and the close scoreline kept fans on the edge of their seats until the final buzzer.
Overall, this matchup between the Milwaukee Panthers and South Dakota State Jackrabbits delivered an exhilarating display of college basketball, with the Panthers emerging victorious in a nail-biting finish.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | SDST -1.5 | 151.5 o -115 / u -105 | South Dakota State Jackrabbits -130 · Milwaukee Panthers +110 |
Leaders
- PointsJosh Dixon24Milwaukee Panthers
- AssistsIsaiah Dorceus7Milwaukee Panthers
- ReboundsDanilo Jovanovich8Milwaukee Panthers
- PointsJaden Jackson23South Dakota State Jackrabbits
- AssistsKalen Garry8South Dakota State Jackrabbits
- ReboundsKalen Garry6South Dakota State Jackrabbits
Recent form
Milwaukee Panthers
Last 10: 4-6Streak L179.7 scored · 81.7 allowed per game4-1 at home
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South Dakota State Jackrabbits
Last 10: 5-5Streak L176.2 scored · 68.5 allowed per game2-2 away
- L72-87vs Wyoming CowboysDec 16
- W94-62vs Dakota Wesleyan TigersDec 13
- W68-64at Ball State CardinalsDec 10
- L81-84vs Idaho VandalsDec 6
- W75-62at Northern Arizona LumberjacksDec 4
- L52-64at UC Irvine AnteatersNov 27
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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 |
| Wright State | 23-12 | - | 15-5 |
| Robert Morris | 22-11 | 2 | 13-7 |
| Green Bay | 18-15 | 3 | 12-8 |
| Detroit Mercy | 17-15 | 3 | 12-8 |
| Oakland | 16-16 | 3 | 12-8 |
| Purdue Fort Wayne | 17-15 | 4 | 11-9 |
| Northern Kentucky | 20-14 | 5 | 10-10 |
| Youngstown State | 15-17 | 7 | 8-12 |
| Milwaukee | 12-20 | 7 | 8-12 |
| Cleveland State | 11-22 | 9 | 6-14 |
| IU Indianapolis | 7-25 | 12 | 3-17 |
Box score
| Stat | South Dakota State Jackrabbits | Milwaukee Panthers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 33-66 | 32-69 |
| Field goal % | 50 | 46 |
| Three-pointers | 13-33 | 11-26 |
| Three-point % | 39 | 42 |
| Free throws | 8-15 | 13-15 |
| Free throw % | 53 | 87 |
| Rebounds | 31 | 43 |
| Offensive rebounds | 12 | 19 |
| Defensive rebounds | 19 | 24 |
| Assists | 22 | 16 |
| Steals | 3 | 3 |
| Blocks | 3 | 1 |
| Turnovers | 9 | 10 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 9 | 18 |
| Fast-break points | 27 | 21 |
| Points in the paint | 38 | 20 |
| Fouls | 18 | 20 |
| Largest lead | 7 | 11 |
| Lead changes | 10 | 10 |
| Time in front | 39 | 52 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half51-48Amar Augillard makes layup
- 2nd Half51-50Danilo Jovanovich makes 9-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half51-53Danilo Jovanovich makes 25-foot three point jumper (Josh Dixon assists)
- 2nd Half53-53Damon Wilkinson makes 6-foot dunk (Kalen Garry assists)
- 2nd Half56-53Luke Haertle makes 23-foot three point jumper (Kalen Garry assists)
- 2nd Half56-54Amar Augillard makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half56-55Amar Augillard makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half58-55Damon Wilkinson makes 1-foot dunk (Luke Haertle assists)
- 2nd Half58-57Josh Dixon makes 21-foot jumper
- 2nd Half58-59Danilo Jovanovich makes 8-foot step back jumpshot (Josh Dixon assists)
- 2nd Half58-61Josh Dixon makes 19-foot jumper
- 2nd Half58-64Amar Augillard makes 26-foot three point jumper (Josh Dixon assists)
- 2nd Half60-64Damon Wilkinson makes layup
- 2nd Half62-64Damon Wilkinson makes layup (Kalen Garry assists)
- 2nd Half63-64Damon Wilkinson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half64-64Damon Wilkinson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half67-64Jaden Jackson makes 25-foot three point jumper (Kalen Garry assists)
- 2nd Half67-66Amar Augillard makes driving layup
- 2nd Half69-66Damon Wilkinson makes 5-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half69-69Amar Augillard makes 24-foot three point jumper (Isaiah Dorceus assists)
- 2nd Half69-72Amar Augillard makes 23-foot three point jumper (Isaiah Dorceus assists)
- 2nd Half70-72Joe Sayler makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half71-72Joe Sayler makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half71-73Amar Augillard makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half71-74Amar Augillard makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half73-74Damon Wilkinson makes 5-foot turnaround jump shot (Kalen Garry assists)
- 2nd Half73-77Amar Augillard makes 24-foot three point jumper (Josh Dixon assists)
- 2nd Half76-77Joe Sayler makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jaden Jackson assists)
- 2nd Half76-80Faizon Fields makes 26-foot three point jumper (Isaiah Dorceus assists)
- 2nd Half78-80Damon Wilkinson makes layup (Kalen Garry assists)
- 2nd Half78-82Danilo Jovanovich makes 13-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half80-82Damon Wilkinson makes layup
- 2nd Half80-84Faizon Fields makes 2-foot dunk
- 2nd Half82-84Kalen Garry makes layup
- 2nd Half82-85Josh Dixon makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half82-86Josh Dixon makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half84-86Jaden Jackson makes layup
- 2nd Half84-87Josh Dixon makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half84-88Josh Dixon makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half87-88Jaden Jackson makes 28-foot three point jumper (Kalen Garry assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Milwaukee Panthers, below favours South Dakota State Jackrabbits.
Venue
- Fiserv ForumMilwaukee, WI
- Attendance7328
- OfficialsGerald Williams, Luke Schumer, Jourdan Love
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