South Dakota State vs North Dakota State Prediction 1/14/2026 Today’s College Basketball Picks

In this article we will formulate a South Dakota State vs North Dakota State prediction for this College Basketball game on Wednesday, January 14th at the Scheels Center in Fargo, North Dakota. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.

South Dakota State Jackrabbits Betting Preview

The South Dakota State Jackrabbits are 9-9 (2-1) this season after they defeated Denver by a score of 87-79 in their last game. South Dakota State trailed 35-33 at halftime, but they scored 54 points in the second half to get the win. The Jackrabbits shot 50% from the field, 33% on three pointers, and 76% on free throws in the game. Damon Wilkinson led South Dakota State with 19 points and nine rebounds, while Joe Sayler added 18 points and three rebounds in the win. 

Prior to that game, South Dakota State lost to North Dakota by a score of 90-87, but did beat Omaha by a score of 84-69 before that. The Jackrabbits have scored 76.6 points per game with 37.7 rebounds and 14.7 assists per game, while they have allowed 72.4 points against per game this season. Jaden Jackson is averaging 13.4 points and 4.5 rebounds per game, while Damon Wilkinson is averaging 13.2 points and 7.0 rebounds per game for the Jackrabbits. South Dakota State is shooting 45.9% from the field, 70.0% on free throws, and 34.4% on three pointers this season. 

North Dakota State Bison Betting Preview

The North Dakota State Bison are 14-5 (4-0) this year after they defeated Omaha by a score of 78-76 in their last game. North Dakota State trailed 44-32 at halftime, but they scored 46 points in the second half for the comeback win. The Bison shot 56% from the field, 33% on three pointers, and 91% on free throws in the game. Treyson Anderson led NDSU with 22 points and three rebounds, while Trevian Carson added 14 points and two rebounds in the win. 

Prior to that game, North Dakota State defeated Kansas City by a score of 97-73 and Oral Roberts by a score of 79-77. The Bison have scored 81.6 points per game with 36.3 rebounds and 15.6 assists per game, while they have allowed 70.5 points against per game this season. Damari Wheeler-Thomas is averaging 14.6 points and 3.4 rebounds per game, while Markhi Strickland is averaging 13.6 points and 3.8 rebounds per game for the Bison. North Dakota State is shooting 46.5% from the field, 72.0% on free throws, and 34.6% on three pointers this year. 

Why the North Dakota State Bison will win

• North Dakota State has won each of its last 11 games at Scheels Center against non-AP-ranked opponents.
• South Dakota State has lost the first half in four of its last five games against non-AP-ranked opponents.

Why the South Dakota State Jackrabbits will win

• South Dakota State has won five of its last six road night games against the Summit League.
• South Dakota State has won the first half in three of its last four games at Scheels Center.

Total Points Facts

• Each of South Dakota State’s last six games against non-AP-ranked opponents have produced a total of 153+ points.
• Eight of North Dakota State’s last nine night games against non-AP-ranked opponents have produced a total of 149+ points.

South Dakota State vs North Dakota State Prediction 

North Dakota State rolls into this contest undefeated in conference play and they will be at home. The Bison are shooting 47% from the field and they score plenty of points, but their defense has not been great. South Dakota State has won two of their last three games, but they have allowed 79+ points in four of their last five. The Jackrabbits are shooting 46% from the field and they also struggle to get stops. Take the over here.

David Racey's Pick: Over 148.5