St. Thomas Defeats South Dakota State 80-67 in NCAAB Matchup
Thursday, March 5, 2026, 9:30 PM ET · Denny Sanford Premier Center
St. Thomas Tommies 80, South Dakota State Jackrabbits 67, 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 South Dakota State Jackrabbits vs St. Thomas Tommies?
St. Thomas Tommies beat South Dakota State Jackrabbits 80-67 at Denny Sanford Premier Center on March 5, 2026.
Who was favored in South Dakota State Jackrabbits vs St. Thomas Tommies?
St. Thomas Tommies were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -225 (about 69% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup, the St. Thomas Tommies triumphed over the South Dakota State Jackrabbits with a final score of 80-67 at the Denny Sanford Premier Center. This victory underscores St. Thomas's strong season, as they finished with a home record of 24-8, while South Dakota State concluded their campaign at 14-18.
St. Thomas entered the game in solid form, boasting a 7-3 record over their last ten games, including a two-game winning streak. They averaged 86.8 points scored per game during this stretch, while allowing 71.9 points. Their recent victories included a 68-53 win against Omaha Mavericks and an 84-62 win over North Dakota State Bison, demonstrating their offensive prowess.
On the other hand, South Dakota State's recent form was less favorable, with a 4-6 record in their last ten games and a current losing streak of one game. They averaged 74.3 points scored while allowing 73.6 points during this period. Their last match ended in a 75-70 loss to South Dakota Coyotes, highlighting their struggles to maintain defensive consistency.
When evaluating home and away performances, St. Thomas displayed a strong home record of 4-1 in their last five games, while South Dakota State had a more balanced away record of 2-3. This home advantage was evident in the matchup, as St. Thomas effectively utilized their home court to secure the win.
Historically, St. Thomas has had the upper hand in their recent meetings with South Dakota State, leading the head-to-head record 3-1. Their previous encounters this season included a notable 77-62 victory for St. Thomas on February 5, 2026, and a close 74-69 win on January 23, 2026. This trend of dominance likely contributed to St. Thomas's confidence heading into this game.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but both teams were expected to field their regular lineups, which is crucial for maintaining team chemistry and performance.
The betting market, as reported by DraftKings, had St. Thomas favored by 4.5 points with a total set at 150.5. The odds reflected the expectation of a competitive game, though St. Thomas's strong home record and recent form likely influenced their status as favorites.
Conditions during the game were conducive to high-scoring plays, as evidenced by the scoring breakdown. Key moments included a series of free throws in the second half, where players like Joe Sayler, Damon Wilkinson, and Austin Herro contributed to the final score. The game saw St. Thomas maintain a commanding lead, ultimately securing the victory with a home win probability of 1.0.
Fans watching the game were treated to a display of offensive skill from St. Thomas, particularly in their ability to draw fouls and capitalize on free throw opportunities. The combination of a strong home-court advantage, effective scoring strategies, and a solid defensive effort allowed St. Thomas to control the pace and outcome of the game.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | STMN -4.5 | 150.5 o -105 / u -115 | South Dakota State Jackrabbits +185 · St. Thomas Tommies -225 |
Leaders
- PointsBen Oosterbaan23St. Thomas Tommies
- AssistsNolan Minessale6St. Thomas Tommies
- ReboundsNolan Minessale8St. Thomas Tommies
- PointsJaden Jackson16South Dakota State Jackrabbits
- AssistsJoe Sayler4South Dakota State Jackrabbits
- ReboundsKalen Garry6South Dakota State Jackrabbits
Recent form
St. Thomas Tommies
Last 10: 7-3Streak W286.8 scored · 71.9 allowed per game4-1 at home
- W68-53vs Omaha MavericksMar 1
- W84-62vs North Dakota State BisonFeb 27
- L80-82at Denver PioneersFeb 21
- W104-64at Kansas City RoosFeb 15
- L94-98at Omaha MavericksFeb 13
- W92-75vs Oral Roberts Golden EaglesFeb 8
- W77-62at South Dakota State JackrabbitsFeb 5
- W99-64vs Kansas City RoosFeb 1
- L80-81vs North Dakota Fighting HawksJan 30
- W90-78at South Dakota CoyotesJan 24
South Dakota State Jackrabbits
Last 10: 4-6Streak L174.3 scored · 73.6 allowed per game2-3 away
- L70-75at South Dakota CoyotesFeb 28
- W73-59at Kansas City RoosFeb 27
- W91-83vs North Dakota Fighting HawksFeb 21
- L66-74vs North Dakota State BisonFeb 19
- W87-69at Oral Roberts Golden EaglesFeb 15
- L61-79at Denver PioneersFeb 13
- L67-68vs South Dakota CoyotesFeb 7
- L62-77vs St. Thomas TommiesFeb 5
- W95-72vs Oral Roberts Golden EaglesJan 31
- L71-80at Omaha MavericksJan 29
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 | South Dakota State Jackrabbits | St. Thomas Tommies |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 24-63 | 24-47 |
| Field goal % | 38 | 51 |
| Three-pointers | 6-29 | 12-27 |
| Three-point % | 21 | 44 |
| Free throws | 13-14 | 20-25 |
| Free throw % | 93 | 80 |
| Rebounds | 37 | 25 |
| Offensive rebounds | 16 | 4 |
| Defensive rebounds | 21 | 21 |
| Assists | 13 | 14 |
| Steals | 6 | 5 |
| Blocks | 0 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 12 | 8 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 4 | 19 |
| Fast-break points | 6 | 11 |
| Points in the paint | 28 | 24 |
| Fouls | 23 | 15 |
| Largest lead | 7 | 14 |
| Lead changes | 5 | 5 |
| Time in front | 38 | 52 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half39-46Nick Janowski makes driving layup
- 2nd Half39-47Nick Janowski makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half40-47Jaden Jackson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half41-47Jaden Jackson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half41-49Isaiah Johnson-Arigu makes layup (Austin Herro assists)
- 2nd Half41-52Nolan Minessale makes 24-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half43-52Damon Wilkinson makes layup (Luke Haertle assists)
- 2nd Half44-52Damon Wilkinson makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half46-52Jaden Jackson makes layup
- 2nd Half46-55Ben Oosterbaan makes 22-foot three point jumper (Nolan Minessale assists)
- 2nd Half46-57Ben Oosterbaan makes 6-foot jumper
- 2nd Half48-57Matthew Mors makes layup (Damon Wilkinson assists)
- 2nd Half48-60Ben Oosterbaan makes 25-foot three point jumper (Nolan Minessale assists)
- 2nd Half48-62Nolan Minessale makes driving layup
- 2nd Half51-62Jaden Jackson makes 25-foot three point jumper (Matthew Mors assists)
- 2nd Half51-63Isaiah Johnson-Arigu makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half53-63Alec Squires makes layup (Kalen Garry assists)
- 2nd Half53-66Carter Bjerke makes 24-foot three point jumper (Nick Janowski assists)
- 2nd Half54-66Alec Squires makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half56-66Matthew Mors makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half56-68Nick Janowski makes layup
- 2nd Half56-69Ben Oosterbaan makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half56-70Ben Oosterbaan makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half59-70Kalen Garry makes 26-foot three point jumper (Joe Sayler assists)
- 2nd Half61-70Kalen Garry makes driving layup (Luke Haertle assists)
- 2nd Half61-71Austin Herro makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half61-72Austin Herro makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half63-72Jaden Jackson makes 16-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half63-73Austin Herro makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half63-74Austin Herro makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half63-75Ryan Dufault makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half63-76Ryan Dufault makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half64-76Joe Sayler makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half65-76Joe Sayler makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half66-76Damon Wilkinson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half67-76Damon Wilkinson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half67-77Austin Herro makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half67-78Austin Herro makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half67-79Nolan Minessale makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half67-80Nolan Minessale makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours St. Thomas Tommies, below favours South Dakota State Jackrabbits.
Venue
- Denny Sanford Premier CenterSioux Falls, SD
- Attendance6614
- OfficialsRob Kueneman, Anthony Burris, Luke Schumer
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