NCAAB · Final

Omaha Mavericks Edge Southern Utah Thunderbirds in Thriller

Saturday, November 15, 2025, 8:00 PM ET · Baxter Arena

Omaha Mavericks 90, Southern Utah Thunderbirds 85, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won Southern Utah Thunderbirds vs Omaha Mavericks?

Omaha Mavericks beat Southern Utah Thunderbirds 90-85 at Baxter Arena on November 15, 2025.

In a closely contested matchup, the Omaha Mavericks triumphed over the Southern Utah Thunderbirds with a final score of 90-85 at Baxter Arena. This victory marks a significant moment for the Mavericks, who have struggled recently, having lost their last three games prior to this win. The Mavericks now hold a home record of 1-3 for the season, while the Thunderbirds also sit at 1-3 in their away record.

Both teams entered the game with identical overall records of 1-3, but their recent form diverged. The Mavericks had a mixed performance in their last ten games, posting a record of 6-4, but they were on a three-game losing streak leading into this contest. Their scoring average in those ten games was 81.2 points per game, while they allowed an average of 76.9 points. In contrast, the Thunderbirds had a record of 3-7 in their last ten games, but they were coming off a win against the Bethesda Flames, where they dominated with a score of 118-60. Their scoring average during this stretch was 70.2 points, with an average of 76.4 points allowed.

At home, the Mavericks had previously been strong, boasting a perfect 5-0 record before their recent struggles. Conversely, the Thunderbirds had only managed a 1-4 record in away games, indicating their challenges when playing outside their home venue. The previous meeting between these two teams took place on November 17, 2024, where the Mavericks fell short, losing 73-79 to the Thunderbirds.

In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details regarding player availability, but such factors can often play a crucial role in a team's performance. The market had priced the Mavericks with a home win probability of 1.0, indicating strong confidence in their chances to secure a victory at home.

The game conditions were conducive to a competitive atmosphere, with both teams eager to break their respective losing streaks. Fans witnessed a thrilling second half, which saw the Mavericks maintain a narrow lead as the game progressed. Key moments included several free throws made by Tony Osburn, who contributed significantly to the Mavericks' score in critical moments. The Thunderbirds fought hard, with Elijah Duval making a layup that brought the score to 85-90, but it was not enough to overcome the Mavericks' lead.

Viewers should note the intensity of the matchup, particularly in the second half where both teams exchanged scoring plays that kept the game within reach for the Thunderbirds until the final moments. The Mavericks' ability to capitalize on free throws and maintain composure under pressure proved vital in their victory. Overall, this game showcased the resilience of the Mavericks as they sought to turn their season around.

Leaders

PointsTony Osburn27Omaha Mavericks
AssistsGrant Stubblefield6Omaha Mavericks
ReboundsGrant Stubblefield5Omaha Mavericks
PointsElijah Duval20Southern Utah Thunderbirds
AssistsElijah Duval5Southern Utah Thunderbirds
ReboundsJaiden Feroah9Southern Utah Thunderbirds

Recent form

Omaha Mavericks

Last 10: 6-4Streak L381.2 scored · 76.9 allowed per game5-0 at home

L74-97at Colorado State RamsNov 9
L71-73at Abilene Christian WildcatsNov 7
L77-85at Murray State RacersNov 3
W85-75vs St. Thomas TommiesMar 10
W100-75vs South Dakota CoyotesMar 9
W70-61vs Kansas City RoosMar 7
W80-57vs Oral Roberts Golden EaglesMar 1
W93-85vs South Dakota CoyotesFeb 23
W78-66at Kansas City RoosFeb 20
L84-95at St. Thomas TommiesFeb 16

Southern Utah Thunderbirds

Last 10: 3-7Streak W170.2 scored · 76.4 allowed per game1-3 away

W118-60vs Bethesda FlamesNov 12
L72-95vs UT Rio Grande Valley VaquerosNov 9
L64-81at Arizona State Sun DevilsNov 5
L65-72vs Utah Tech TrailblazersMar 11
L39-62vs Seattle U RedhawksMar 7
L59-100at Utah Valley WolverinesMar 1
W82-75at Utah Tech TrailblazersFeb 28
L59-75at Abilene Christian WildcatsFeb 21
L68-70vs Utah Valley WolverinesFeb 16
W76-74vs Utah Tech TrailblazersFeb 14

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	Southern Utah Thunderbirds	Omaha Mavericks
Field goals	33-68	30-60
Field goal %	49	50
Three-pointers	7-28	10-19
Three-point %	25	53
Free throws	12-17	20-25
Free throw %	71	80
Rebounds	35	36
Offensive rebounds	11	8
Defensive rebounds	24	28
Assists	12	17
Steals	9	7
Blocks	3	2
Turnovers	10	10
Team turnovers	0	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	18	13
Fast-break points	6	17
Points in the paint	48	36
Fouls	18	13
Largest lead	5	13

How the scoring went

2nd Half54-59Tony Osburn made Jumper.
2nd Half56-59Isaiah Cottrell made Layup. Assisted by Dylan Jones.
2nd Half58-59Zach Bell made Layup.
2nd Half59-59Zach Bell made Free Throw.
2nd Half59-60Khamani Cooper made Free Throw.
2nd Half59-61Khamani Cooper made Free Throw.
2nd Half61-61Cale Barclay made Jumper.
2nd Half62-61Zach Bell made Free Throw.
2nd Half63-61Zach Bell made Free Throw.
2nd Half66-61Zach Bell made Three Point Jumper.
2nd Half66-64Khamani Cooper made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Lance Waddles.
2nd Half66-67Khamani Cooper made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Grant Stubblefield.
2nd Half66-68Christian Richardson made Free Throw.
2nd Half67-68Elijah Duval made Free Throw.
2nd Half67-70Christian Richardson made Dunk. Assisted by Lance Waddles.
2nd Half70-70Jaiden Feroah made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Elijah Duval.
2nd Half70-73Kamryn Thomas made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Grant Stubblefield.
2nd Half73-73Cale Barclay made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Elijah Duval.
2nd Half73-75Christian Richardson made Layup. Assisted by Grant Stubblefield.
2nd Half73-76Christian Richardson made Free Throw.
2nd Half75-76Elijah Duval made Layup.
2nd Half77-76Elijah Duval made Layup.
2nd Half77-78Tony Osburn made Layup. Assisted by Grant Stubblefield.
2nd Half78-78Jaiden Feroah made Free Throw.
2nd Half79-78Jaiden Feroah made Free Throw.
2nd Half79-80Tony Osburn made Layup.
2nd Half79-81Tony Osburn made Free Throw.
2nd Half79-82Tony Osburn made Free Throw.
2nd Half79-83Tony Osburn made Free Throw.
2nd Half79-84Grant Stubblefield made Free Throw.
2nd Half79-85Grant Stubblefield made Free Throw.
2nd Half80-85Jaiden Feroah made Free Throw.
2nd Half81-85Jaiden Feroah made Free Throw.
2nd Half81-86Tony Osburn made Free Throw.
2nd Half81-87Tony Osburn made Free Throw.
2nd Half81-88Lance Waddles made Free Throw.
2nd Half83-88Zach Bell made Layup.
2nd Half83-89Tony Osburn made Free Throw.
2nd Half83-90Tony Osburn made Free Throw.
2nd Half85-90Elijah Duval made Layup.

Win probability

Above the line favours Omaha Mavericks, below favours Southern Utah Thunderbirds.