St. Thomas Tommies Defeat South Dakota Coyotes 90-78
Saturday, January 24, 2026, 2:00 PM ET · Sanford Coyote Sports Center
St. Thomas Tommies 90, South Dakota Coyotes 78, 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 South Dakota Coyotes?
St. Thomas Tommies beat South Dakota Coyotes 90-78 at Sanford Coyote Sports Center on January 24, 2026.
Who was favored in St. Thomas Tommies vs South Dakota Coyotes?
St. Thomas Tommies were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -625 (about 86% implied). The favorite won.
In a competitive matchup, the St. Thomas Tommies triumphed over the South Dakota Coyotes with a final score of 90-78. This game, held at the Sanford Coyote Sports Center, showcased the Tommies' strong performance, further solidifying their impressive season record of 17-5. The Coyotes, now at 11-11, struggled to keep pace with their opponents despite a recent surge in form.
The Tommies entered the game with a solid recent record of 9-1 over their last ten games, demonstrating their offensive prowess by averaging 86.0 points per game while allowing only 71.4. Their latest victory came just a day prior against the South Dakota State Jackrabbits, where they won 74-69. In contrast, the Coyotes, while having a decent record of 6-4 in their last ten games, have shown vulnerability, particularly in their defensive efforts, allowing an average of 82.1 points per game.
At home, the Coyotes have been strong, boasting a record of 5-0, but their away performance has been less impressive, with a record of 1-4. This inconsistency was evident in their previous meeting with the Tommies earlier in the season, where they lost 86-99 on January 8, 2026. The Coyotes managed to secure a win against the Tommies last season, winning 85-80 at home on February 20, 2025, but the recent trend has favored St. Thomas.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but it is important to note that player availability can significantly impact team performance in such close contests. The market reflected St. Thomas's strong form with a spread of 10.5 points in favor of the Tommies, according to DraftKings, indicating confidence in their ability to secure a comfortable victory. The total for the game was set at 161.5, suggesting an expectation for a high-scoring affair, which ultimately came to fruition.
The conditions during the game were conducive to scoring, contributing to the offensive displays from both teams. The Coyotes had moments of competitive play, particularly in the first half, but the Tommies' ability to maintain their scoring efficiency proved decisive. Key plays in the second half, including free throws from Ethan Kizer and a three-point jumper by Nolan Minessale, helped to extend the Tommies' lead and secure their victory.
Fans watching the game would have noted the contrasting styles of play, with the Tommies showcasing a more balanced offensive attack while the Coyotes relied heavily on scoring bursts. The final score reflects the Tommies' ability to execute their game plan effectively, while the Coyotes will need to address their defensive lapses moving forward.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | STMN -10.5 | 161.5 o -105 / u -115 | St. Thomas Tommies -625 · South Dakota Coyotes +455 |
Leaders
- PointsJordan Crawford22South Dakota Coyotes
- AssistsSilas Bennion6South Dakota Coyotes
- ReboundsCameron Fens6South Dakota Coyotes
- PointsNick Janowski23St. Thomas Tommies
- AssistsNolan Minessale4St. Thomas Tommies
- ReboundsAustin Herro9St. Thomas Tommies
Recent form
South Dakota Coyotes
Last 10: 6-4Streak W181.4 scored · 82.1 allowed per game5-0 at home
- W68-64at Omaha MavericksJan 22
- L80-96at North Dakota Fighting HawksJan 17
- W99-83vs Kansas City RoosJan 16
- W82-72vs Denver PioneersJan 10
- L86-99at St. Thomas TommiesJan 8
- L61-84at North Dakota State BisonDec 31
- W85-61vs Mount Marty LancersDec 28
- L76-106at Kansas State WildcatsDec 20
- W80-71vs Dakota State TrojansDec 18
- W97-85vs Prairie View A&M PanthersDec 13
St. Thomas Tommies
Last 10: 9-1Streak W186 scored · 71.4 allowed per game3-1 away
- W74-69vs South Dakota State JackrabbitsJan 23
- L65-68at North Dakota State BisonJan 17
- W91-80at North Dakota Fighting HawksJan 16
- W82-71at Oral Roberts Golden EaglesJan 11
- 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
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 | South Dakota Coyotes |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 30-56 | 26-59 |
| Field goal % | 54 | 44 |
| Three-pointers | 10-24 | 7-21 |
| Three-point % | 42 | 33 |
| Free throws | 20-26 | 19-24 |
| Free throw % | 77 | 79 |
| Rebounds | 38 | 25 |
| Offensive rebounds | 10 | 7 |
| Defensive rebounds | 28 | 18 |
| Assists | 14 | 11 |
| Steals | 5 | 7 |
| Blocks | 2 | 0 |
| Turnovers | 10 | 7 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 9 | 14 |
| Fast-break points | 7 | 6 |
| Points in the paint | 38 | 34 |
| Fouls | 18 | 15 |
| Largest lead | 16 | 9 |
| Lead changes | 4 | 4 |
| Time in front | 56 | 30 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half52-48Uzziah Buntyn makes free throw 1 of 3
- 2nd Half52-49Uzziah Buntyn makes free throw 2 of 3
- 2nd Half52-50Uzziah Buntyn makes free throw 3 of 3
- 2nd Half54-50Jermaine Coleman makes layup
- 2nd Half55-50Jermaine Coleman makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half55-53Jordan Crawford makes 25-foot three pointer
- 2nd Half57-53Austin Herro makes layup
- 2nd Half57-55Uzziah Buntyn makes driving layup
- 2nd Half57-56Uzziah Buntyn makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half59-56Ryan Dufault makes layup
- 2nd Half59-58Jordan Crawford makes 13-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half62-58Carter Bjerke makes 23-foot three point jumper (Austin Herro assists)
- 2nd Half65-58Carter Bjerke makes 23-foot three point jumper (Nolan Minessale assists)
- 2nd Half65-60Cameron Fens makes 1-foot dunk (Uzziah Buntyn assists)
- 2nd Half66-60Isaiah Johnson-Arigu makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half66-62Jordan Crawford makes driving layup
- 2nd Half68-62Ryan Dufault makes layup
- 2nd Half71-62Nolan Minessale makes 24-foot three point jumper (Isaiah Johnson-Arigu assists)
- 2nd Half71-64Trent Hudgens makes 17-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half74-64Nick Janowski makes 25-foot three point jumper (Nolan Minessale assists)
- 2nd Half75-64Jermaine Coleman makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half76-64Jermaine Coleman makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half77-64Nick Janowski makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half80-64Nick Janowski makes 24-foot three point jumper (Carter Bjerke assists)
- 2nd Half80-65Uzziah Buntyn makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half80-66Uzziah Buntyn makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half82-66Nick Janowski makes layup
- 2nd Half82-69Ethan Kizer makes 24-foot three point jumper (Silas Bennion assists)
- 2nd Half82-70Jordan Crawford makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half82-71Jordan Crawford makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half83-71Ryan Dufault makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half84-71Ryan Dufault makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half84-72Ethan Kizer makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half84-73Ethan Kizer makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half86-73Austin Herro makes driving layup
- 2nd Half86-74Jordan Crawford makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half89-74Nolan Minessale makes 25-foot three point jumper (Nick Janowski assists)
- 2nd Half89-77Jordan Crawford makes 23-foot three point jumper (Silas Bennion assists)
- 2nd Half90-77Austin Herro makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half90-78Trent Hudgens makes free throw 1 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours South Dakota Coyotes, below favours St. Thomas Tommies.
Venue
- Sanford Coyote Sports CenterVermillion, SD
- Attendance1847
- OfficialsDavid Walker, Geoff Vejsicky, Blanca Burns
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