NCAAB · Final

Pioneers Edge Tommies in Thrilling Finish

Saturday, February 21, 2026, 6:00 PM ET · Hamilton Gymnasium

Denver Pioneers 82, St. Thomas Tommies 80, 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 St. Thomas Tommies vs Denver Pioneers?

Denver Pioneers beat St. Thomas Tommies 82-80 at Hamilton Gymnasium on February 21, 2026.

Who was favored in St. Thomas Tommies vs Denver Pioneers?

St. Thomas Tommies were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -175 (about 64% implied). The underdog won.

In a closely contested matchup, the Denver Pioneers triumphed over the St. Thomas Tommies with a final score of 82-80. This game, held at Hamilton Gymnasium, showcased the competitive spirit of both teams, particularly as the Pioneers managed to secure a victory against a team that had previously dominated their encounters. The win marked the Pioneers' first victory over the Tommies in five meetings, breaking a streak of four consecutive losses to St. Thomas, including a previous defeat earlier in the season on January 4, 2026, where they fell short with a score of 88-92.

The Pioneers entered the game with a home record of 15-15 and a recent form of 6-4 over their last ten games, including a win against the South Dakota Coyotes just a day prior, where they scored 90 points. The Pioneers averaged 83.3 points scored and allowed 77.1 points during this stretch, indicating a high-scoring style of play that they maintained throughout the season. Their recent performance at home has been solid, with a 3-3 record in their last six home games, and they had won their last game, contributing to a slight upward trend in their performance.

In contrast, the Tommies boasted a stronger overall record of 21-8 and had been performing well with a 7-3 record in their last ten games. They averaged 86.6 points scored and allowed 73.9 points in that same timeframe, showcasing their offensive prowess. Their last outing was a decisive win against the Kansas City Roos, where they dominated with a score of 104-64, further emphasizing their capability to score heavily. The Tommies had also performed well on the road, recording a 4-2 record in their last six away games.

The game was tightly contested throughout, with both teams exchanging leads. Key moments in the second half included Carson Johnson's critical jump shot that tied the game at 76, followed by Ryan Dufault's layup that pushed the Tommies ahead. The back-and-forth continued as both teams traded free throws, with the Pioneers taking the lead late in the game thanks to a three-pointer from Julius Rollins, assisted by Johnson. The Pioneers' ability to execute under pressure proved vital in securing their victory.

In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any significant absences for either team, allowing both squads to compete at full strength. The absence of key players can often shift the dynamics of a game, but both teams were able to field their best lineups.

The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had the Tommies favored by 3.5 points, with a total set at 168.5 for the game. The odds indicated a competitive matchup, reflecting the expectations for a high-scoring affair. The final score of 82-80 fell slightly short of the total, but the close margin kept the game exciting until the final buzzer.

Conditions in Hamilton Gymnasium were typical for a late February evening, with a lively atmosphere as fans from both sides filled the stands. The competitive nature of the game was palpable, with each possession drawing cheers and gasps from the crowd.

As the Pioneers celebrate this hard-fought victory, they will look to build on this momentum moving forward, while the Tommies will need to regroup and refocus as they prepare for their next challenge. The performance of both teams in this matchup not only provided thrilling entertainment but also highlighted the competitive landscape of NCAAB basketball.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	STMN -3.5	168.5 o -108 / u -112	St. Thomas Tommies -175 · Denver Pioneers +145

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Leaders

PointsJulius Rollins26Denver Pioneers
AssistsCarson Johnson3Denver Pioneers
ReboundsJulius Rollins6Denver Pioneers
PointsNick Janowski19St. Thomas Tommies
AssistsNolan Minessale5St. Thomas Tommies
ReboundsNick Janowski6St. Thomas Tommies

Recent form

Denver Pioneers

Last 10: 6-4Streak W183.3 scored · 77.1 allowed per game3-3 at home

W90-70vs South Dakota CoyotesFeb 20
L76-83at Omaha MavericksFeb 15
W79-61vs South Dakota State JackrabbitsFeb 13
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

St. Thomas Tommies

Last 10: 7-3Streak W186.6 scored · 73.9 allowed per game4-2 away

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
W74-69vs South Dakota State JackrabbitsJan 23
L65-68at North Dakota State BisonJan 17
W91-80at North Dakota Fighting HawksJan 16

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	St. Thomas Tommies	Denver Pioneers
Field goals	32-58	27-57
Field goal %	55	47
Three-pointers	8-22	11-29
Three-point %	36	38
Free throws	8-20	17-20
Free throw %	40	85
Rebounds	37	28
Offensive rebounds	10	6
Defensive rebounds	27	22
Assists	13	12
Steals	3	4
Blocks	2	4
Turnovers	11	8
Team turnovers	2	0
Technical fouls	0	1
Technical fouls, total	0	1
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	7	9
Fast-break points	8	0
Points in the paint	46	26
Fouls	19	21
Largest lead	9	9
Lead changes	10	10
Time in front	53	34

How the scoring went

2nd Half46-45Jeremiah Burke makes 23-foot three point step back jumpshot
2nd Half48-45Ryan Dufault makes layup (Nolan Minessale assists)
2nd Half51-45Carter Bjerke makes 25-foot three point jumper (Isaiah Johnson-Arigu assists)
2nd Half54-45Carter Bjerke makes 24-foot three point jumper (Nolan Minessale assists)
2nd Half54-47Carson Johnson makes layup
2nd Half56-47Isaiah Johnson-Arigu makes layup
2nd Half56-48Carson Johnson makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half56-49Carson Johnson makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half57-49Isaiah Johnson-Arigu makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half57-51Julius Rollins makes driving layup
2nd Half57-52Julius Rollins makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half59-52Isaiah Johnson-Arigu makes driving layup
2nd Half61-52Hayden Tibbits makes driving layup (Nick Janowski assists)
2nd Half61-55Carson Johnson makes 24-foot three point jumper (Julius Rollins assists)
2nd Half63-55Nolan Minessale makes driving layup
2nd Half64-55Nolan Minessale makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half64-57Julius Rollins makes 18-foot pullup jump shot
2nd Half64-59Shaun Wysocki makes driving layup
2nd Half64-60Shaun Wysocki makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half66-60Ryan Dufault makes layup
2nd Half66-63Carson Johnson makes 24-foot three point jumper
2nd Half66-66Julius Rollins makes 24-foot three point jumper (Shaun Wysocki assists)
2nd Half68-66Ryan Dufault makes 8-foot turnaround jump shot
2nd Half70-66Ryan Dufault makes 0-foot tip in layup
2nd Half70-69Julius Rollins makes 25-foot three point jumper (Logan Kinsey assists)
2nd Half71-69Carter Bjerke makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half71-70Logan Kinsey makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half71-71Logan Kinsey makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half73-71Nick Janowski makes 10-foot pullup jump shot
2nd Half73-73Logan Kinsey makes 18-foot jumper
2nd Half73-74Shaun Wysocki makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half76-74Hayden Tibbits makes 23-foot three point jumper (Carter Bjerke assists)
2nd Half76-76Carson Johnson makes 14-foot pullup jump shot
2nd Half78-76Ryan Dufault makes layup
2nd Half78-77Carson Johnson makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half78-78Carson Johnson makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half79-78Ryan Dufault makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half80-78Ben Oosterbaan makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half80-81Julius Rollins makes 23-foot three point jumper (Carson Johnson assists)
2nd Half80-82Logan Kinsey makes free throw 1 of 2