St. Thomas Defeats Oral Roberts 82-71 in NCAAB Showdown
Saturday, January 10, 2026, 8:00 PM ET · Mabee Center
St. Thomas Tommies 82, Oral Roberts Golden Eagles 71, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won St. Thomas Tommies vs Oral Roberts Golden Eagles?
St. Thomas Tommies beat Oral Roberts Golden Eagles 82-71 at Mabee Center on January 10, 2026.
Who was favored in St. Thomas Tommies vs Oral Roberts Golden Eagles?
St. Thomas Tommies were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -395 (about 80% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup, the St. Thomas Tommies triumphed over the Oral Roberts Golden Eagles with a final score of 82-71 at the Mabee Center. This victory extends St. Thomas's impressive winning streak to eight games, showcasing their strong form in the NCAAB season. The Tommies have been particularly dominant in recent weeks, winning nine of their last ten games and averaging 87.3 points per game while allowing 69.1. In contrast, Oral Roberts has struggled, losing their last five games and recording a 3-7 record over their last ten outings, with an average of 69.8 points scored and 73.1 points allowed.
The game was characterized by St. Thomas's offensive efficiency, which has been a hallmark of their recent success. The Tommies have established a solid home record of 7-0 and an away record of 2-1, demonstrating their ability to perform in various environments. In contrast, Oral Roberts has faced challenges, particularly in away games, where they have yet to secure a victory in six attempts. Their home record stands at 3-1, indicating that they have been more competitive on their home court.
Historically, the matchup between these two teams has been competitive, with the series tied at 1-1. In their previous encounters during the 2025 season, Oral Roberts secured a win at home with a score of 71-66, while St. Thomas claimed victory in their earlier meeting with a score of 86-71 on the road. This latest contest further emphasizes the ongoing rivalry and the potential for thrilling basketball.
In terms of player performance, St. Thomas's scoring was well-distributed, with key contributions from multiple players. The game featured significant scoring plays in the second half, including a 24-foot three-point jumper by Ofri Naveh, which helped maintain momentum for the Tommies. As the game progressed, St. Thomas continued to build their lead, with crucial free throws made by Nolan Minessale and Isaiah Johnson-Arigu, sealing the win.
On the injury front, the block did not provide specific details about player availability, but it is always a factor in team performance. The condition of the players can significantly influence game outcomes, especially in a competitive league like NCAAB.
As for the betting market, DraftKings had priced St. Thomas as the favorite with a spread of 8.5 points, reflecting their strong form and recent success. The total points line was set at 152.5, indicating expectations for a high-scoring game. The moneyline odds favored St. Thomas at -395, while Oral Roberts was listed at +310, suggesting a clear expectation of victory for the Tommies.
The game conditions at the Mabee Center were conducive to basketball, with a competitive atmosphere that added to the excitement of the matchup. Fans witnessed a display of skill and strategy, with both teams showcasing their strengths and weaknesses throughout the contest.
Overall, this game was a testament to St. Thomas's current dominance in the league, while Oral Roberts will need to regroup and address their recent struggles as they continue their season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | STMN -8.5 | 152.5 o -108 / u -112 | St. Thomas Tommies -395 · Oral Roberts Golden Eagles +310 |
Leaders
- PointsConnor Dow23Oral Roberts Golden Eagles
- AssistsCal Furnish4Oral Roberts Golden Eagles
- ReboundsOfri Naveh6Oral Roberts Golden Eagles
- PointsNick Janowski23St. Thomas Tommies
- AssistsNolan Minessale3St. Thomas Tommies
- ReboundsNick Janowski12St. Thomas Tommies
Recent form
Oral Roberts Golden Eagles
Last 10: 3-7Streak L569.8 scored · 73.1 allowed per game3-1 at home
- L77-79at North Dakota State BisonJan 3
- L61-72at North Dakota Fighting HawksJan 1
- L57-69vs UT Arlington MavericksDec 23
- L53-72at TCU Horned FrogsDec 19
- L62-63at Missouri State BearsDec 17
- W97-52vs Ecclesia RoyalsDec 14
- W72-68vs Montana State BobcatsDec 7
- L66-92at Weber State WildcatsDec 4
- L62-81at Rice OwlsNov 26
- W91-83vs Kennesaw State OwlsNov 25
St. Thomas Tommies
Last 10: 9-1Streak W787.3 scored · 69.1 allowed per game2-1 away
- W99-86vs South Dakota CoyotesJan 8
- W92-88vs Denver PioneersJan 4
- W105-59vs North Central RamsDec 28
- W92-78vs UC Riverside HighlandersDec 21
- W80-59at UNC Asheville BulldogsDec 13
- W80-56vs Saint John's (MN) JohnniesDec 12
- W88-65vs Weber State WildcatsDec 7
- L74-82at Montana State BobcatsDec 4
- W87-52vs Lawrence VikingsNov 30
- W76-66at Portland PilotsNov 23
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 | St. Thomas Tommies | Oral Roberts Golden Eagles |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 27-56 | 25-54 |
| Field goal % | 48 | 46 |
| Three-pointers | 5-21 | 9-26 |
| Three-point % | 24 | 35 |
| Free throws | 23-31 | 12-22 |
| Free throw % | 74 | 55 |
| Rebounds | 36 | 30 |
| Offensive rebounds | 10 | 8 |
| Defensive rebounds | 26 | 22 |
| Assists | 10 | 12 |
| Steals | 5 | 4 |
| Blocks | 0 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 6 | 9 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 13 | 5 |
| Fast-break points | 13 | 9 |
| Points in the paint | 44 | 30 |
| Fouls | 20 | 24 |
| Largest lead | 12 | 9 |
| Lead changes | 6 | 6 |
| Time in front | 68 | 21 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half47-41Nick Janowski makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half47-44Cal Furnish makes 28-foot three point jumper (Connor Dow assists)
- 2nd Half50-44Isaiah Johnson-Arigu makes 26-foot three point jumper (Nick Janowski assists)
- 2nd Half50-45Ofri Naveh makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half50-48Luke Gray makes 25-foot three point jumper (Cal Furnish assists)
- 2nd Half50-50Connor Dow makes driving layup
- 2nd Half51-50Nick Janowski makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half51-52Ofri Naveh makes layup
- 2nd Half52-52Isaiah Johnson-Arigu makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half53-52Isaiah Johnson-Arigu makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half55-52Nolan Minessale makes driving layup
- 2nd Half55-54Martins Kilups makes layup (Ofri Naveh assists)
- 2nd Half56-54Isaiah Johnson-Arigu makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half58-54Isaiah Johnson-Arigu makes layup
- 2nd Half58-56Connor Dow makes layup
- 2nd Half59-56Nick Janowski makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half60-56Nick Janowski makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half60-58Chase Martin makes layup
- 2nd Half62-58Isaiah Johnson-Arigu makes 3-foot dunk
- 2nd Half62-60Cal Furnish makes driving layup
- 2nd Half62-61Connor Dow makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half62-62Connor Dow makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half64-62Ben Oosterbaan makes 4-foot dunk (Austin Herro assists)
- 2nd Half64-64Connor Dow makes 18-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half66-64Ryan Dufault makes layup
- 2nd Half68-64Isaiah Johnson-Arigu makes layup
- 2nd Half70-64Carter Bjerke makes 8-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half70-66Martins Kilups makes driving layup
- 2nd Half71-66Carter Bjerke makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half72-66Carter Bjerke makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half74-66Carter Bjerke makes layup (Nolan Minessale assists)
- 2nd Half75-66Nolan Minessale makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half76-66Nolan Minessale makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half78-66Nick Janowski makes layup
- 2nd Half78-69Ofri Naveh makes 24-foot three point jumper (Cal Furnish assists)
- 2nd Half79-69Nick Janowski makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half80-69Nolan Minessale makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half80-71Connor Dow makes layup
- 2nd Half81-71Isaiah Johnson-Arigu makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half82-71Isaiah Johnson-Arigu makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Oral Roberts Golden Eagles, below favours St. Thomas Tommies.
Venue
- Mabee CenterTulsa, OK
- Attendance3353
- OfficialsGerald Williams, Kevin Raher, Mason Siler
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