NCAAB · Final

Highlanders Edge Hawks in Close Contest

Thursday, November 6, 2025, 8:00 PM ET · Betty Engelstad Sioux Center

UC Riverside Highlanders 74, North Dakota Fighting Hawks 70, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won UC Riverside Highlanders vs North Dakota Fighting Hawks?

UC Riverside Highlanders beat North Dakota Fighting Hawks 74-70 at Betty Engelstad Sioux Center on November 6, 2025.

The UC Riverside Highlanders narrowly defeated the North Dakota Fighting Hawks 74-70 in a tightly contested game at the Betty Engelstad Sioux Center. This matchup was significant for both teams, particularly for the Fighting Hawks, who were looking for their first win of the season after starting with two losses. In contrast, the Highlanders entered the game with a perfect 2-0 record, showcasing their strong early-season form.

North Dakota's recent performance has been challenging, as they have recorded a 3-7 record over their last ten games, including a current losing streak of two games. Their last outing resulted in a loss to the Alabama Crimson Tide, where they fell 62-91. The Fighting Hawks have struggled defensively, allowing an average of 80.5 points per game while scoring 74.3 points on average. At home, they have a record of 2-1, but their overall away performance has been weak, with just one win in six attempts.

On the other hand, UC Riverside has been on a roll, boasting a 7-3 record in their last ten games and currently riding a one-game winning streak. They recently secured a dominant victory against the La Sierra Golden Eagles, winning 90-49. The Highlanders have averaged 82.4 points scored per game while allowing 74.5 points, indicating a solid offensive capability coupled with some defensive vulnerabilities. Their away record stands at 2-2, highlighting their adaptability in different venues.

The matchup featured a series of scoring plays that kept the game competitive. In the second half, Anthony Smith III made crucial layups that helped UC Riverside maintain their lead, while Marqui Worthy Jr. contributed with key jumpers and free throws. The Highlanders' ability to execute in critical moments ultimately secured their victory. Notably, George Natsvishvili also made an important jumper assisted by Smith, further solidifying their advantage.

In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details, which may have influenced both teams' strategies and lineups. However, the absence of key players can often shift the dynamics of a game, and this matchup was no exception.

The betting market reflected the teams' differing forms, with North Dakota having a home win probability of just 26.2%, as indicated by the odds. This suggests that the Highlanders were favored to win, aligning with their strong start to the season.

Conditions in the venue were typical for early November, with both teams likely adjusting to the early-season environment. The Fighting Hawks, playing at home, aimed to leverage their familiarity with the court, but the Highlanders proved resilient and effective in their execution.

Overall, this game was a testament to the competitive nature of college basketball, with both teams displaying their strengths and weaknesses. The Highlanders' ability to close out the game under pressure was a key takeaway, while the Fighting Hawks will need to regroup as they seek their first win of the season.

Leaders

PointsAnthony Smith III17North Dakota Fighting Hawks
AssistsGreyson Uelmen5North Dakota Fighting Hawks
ReboundsGeorge Natsvlishvili6North Dakota Fighting Hawks
PointsMarqui Worthy Jr.21UC Riverside Highlanders
AssistsMarqui Worthy Jr.5UC Riverside Highlanders
ReboundsOsiris Grady6UC Riverside Highlanders

Recent form

North Dakota Fighting Hawks

Last 10: 3-7Streak L274.3 scored · 80.5 allowed per game2-1 at home

L62-91at Alabama Crimson TideNov 4
L69-85at St. Thomas TommiesMar 9
W85-69at South Dakota State JackrabbitsMar 8
L79-92at South Dakota CoyotesMar 1
L71-86at St. Thomas TommiesFeb 28
W79-77vs North Dakota State BisonFeb 22
W88-77vs Oral Roberts Golden EaglesFeb 15
L64-68vs Denver PioneersFeb 14
L69-80at Kansas City RoosFeb 8
L77-80at Omaha MavericksFeb 7

UC Riverside Highlanders

Last 10: 7-3Streak W182.4 scored · 74.5 allowed per game2-2 away

W90-49vs La Sierra Golden EaglesNov 4
L83-96vs Cal Poly MustangsMar 14
W64-59at Cal State Fullerton TitansMar 9
W94-79vs Cal State Northridge MatadorsMar 7
W82-76at Hawai'i Rainbow WarriorsFeb 28
L100-112at Cal Poly MustangsFeb 22
W87-66vs Long Beach State BeachFeb 21
W81-69vs UC Santa Barbara GauchosFeb 16
L74-75at UC Davis AggiesFeb 14
W69-64vs Cal State Bakersfield RoadrunnersFeb 9

Standings

Team	Overall	Games behind	In conference
UC Irvine	23-12	-	15-5
Hawai'i	24-9	1	14-6
UC San Diego	23-11	3	12-8
Cal State Northridge	20-14	3	12-8
Cal State Fullerton	18-16	3	12-8
UC Davis	19-14	4	11-9
UC Santa Barbara	18-14	4	11-9
Cal Poly	14-19	5	10-10
Long Beach State	10-22	9	6-14
UC Riverside	10-22	10	5-15
Cal State Bakersfield	8-24	13	2-18
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	UC Riverside Highlanders	North Dakota Fighting Hawks
Field goals	24-43	26-59
Field goal %	56	44
Three-pointers	4-14	6-23
Three-point %	29	26
Free throws	22-27	12-24
Free throw %	81	50
Rebounds	35	29
Offensive rebounds	4	10
Defensive rebounds	31	19
Assists	15	17
Steals	4	10
Blocks	4	3
Turnovers	19	10
Team turnovers	0	1
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	9	19
Fast-break points	14	9
Points in the paint	40	40
Fouls	19	24
Largest lead	10	5
Lead changes	0	0
Time in front	0	0

How the scoring went

2nd Half42-36Marqui Worthy Jr. made Layup.
2nd Half43-36Marqui Worthy Jr. made Free Throw.
2nd Half43-38Garrett Anderson made Jumper.
2nd Half45-38Marqui Worthy Jr. made Layup.
2nd Half45-40Anthony Smith III made Layup. Assisted by Josh Jones.
2nd Half47-40Jailen Daniel-Dalton made Layup. Assisted by Osiris Grady.
2nd Half49-40Marqui Worthy Jr. made Jumper.
2nd Half49-42Josh Jones made Layup. Assisted by Zach Kraft.
2nd Half51-42Marqui Worthy Jr. made Jumper. Assisted by Andrew Henderson.
2nd Half51-44George Natsvishvili made Jumper. Assisted by Greyson Uelmen.
2nd Half53-44Osiris Grady made Dunk. Assisted by Andrew Henderson.
2nd Half53-45George Natsvishvili made Free Throw.
2nd Half53-46George Natsvishvili made Free Throw.
2nd Half55-46Jailen Daniel-Dalton made Dunk. Assisted by Andrew Henderson.
2nd Half55-49Eli King made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Greyson Uelmen.
2nd Half55-52Zach Kraft made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Greyson Uelmen.
2nd Half55-53Greyson Uelmen made Free Throw.
2nd Half57-53Osiris Grady made Dunk. Assisted by De'Undrae Perteete Jr..
2nd Half59-53Jailen Daniel-Dalton made Free Throw.
2nd Half58-53Jailen Daniel-Dalton made Free Throw.
2nd Half59-55Eli King made Layup. Assisted by Anthony Smith III.
2nd Half59-57Anthony Smith III made Layup.
2nd Half62-57Andrew Henderson made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Marqui Worthy Jr..
2nd Half62-59Eli King made Layup.
2nd Half63-59Osiris Grady made Free Throw.
2nd Half64-59Osiris Grady made Free Throw.
2nd Half64-62Anthony Smith III made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Josh Jones.
2nd Half65-62Andrew Henderson made Free Throw.
2nd Half66-62Andrew Henderson made Free Throw.
2nd Half66-63Anthony Smith III made Free Throw.
2nd Half66-64Anthony Smith III made Free Throw.
2nd Half68-64Andrew Henderson made Layup.
2nd Half68-66Anthony Smith III made Layup.
2nd Half70-66Marqui Worthy Jr. made Jumper.
2nd Half70-68Anthony Smith III made Layup.
2nd Half71-68Marqui Worthy Jr. made Free Throw.
2nd Half72-68Marqui Worthy Jr. made Free Throw.
2nd Half72-70George Natsvishvili made Jumper. Assisted by Anthony Smith III.
2nd Half73-70Osiris Grady made Free Throw.
2nd Half74-70Osiris Grady made Free Throw.

Win probability

Above the line favours North Dakota Fighting Hawks, below favours UC Riverside Highlanders.