South Dakota State vs South Dakota Prediction 2/28/2026 Today’s College Basketball Picks

The South Dakota State Jackrabbits and South Dakota Coyotes meet Saturday in college basketball action at the Sanford Coyote Sports Center. Here’s a South Dakota State vs. South Dakota prediction. This article will include a South Dakota State vs. South Dakota pick.

South Dakota State Jackrabbits Betting Preview

The South Dakota State Jackrabbits beat North Dakota and Kansas City. South Dakota State has split its last 8 games.

The South Dakota State Jackrabbits are averaging 78.5 points on 46.4 percent shooting and allowing 75 points on 42.9 percent shooting. Joe Sayler is averaging 14.2 points and 3.5 rebounds, while Damon Wilkinson is averaging 13.9 points and 6.5 rebounds. Jaden Jackson is the third double-digit scorer, and Kalen Garry is grabbing 5.2 rebounds. The South Dakota State Jackrabbits are shooting 34.8 percent from beyond the arc and 70.6 percent from the free throw line. The South Dakota State Jackrabbits are allowing 33.7 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 35.4 rebounds per game.

South Dakota Coyotes Betting Preview

The South Dakota Coyotes lost to Oral Roberts and beat Omaha. South Dakota has split its last 10 games.

The South Dakota Coyotes are averaging 80.3 points on 45.6 percent shooting and allowing 80.7 points on 49.3 percent shooting. Isaac Bruns is averaging 20.8 points and 5.1 rebounds, while Cameron Fens is averaging 14.5 points and 8.6 rebounds. Jordan Crawford is the third double-digit scorer, and Uzziah Buntyn is grabbing 2.9 rebounds. The South Dakota Coyotes are shooting 33.4 percent from beyond the arc and 73.8 percent from the free throw line. The South Dakota Coyotes are allowing 33.6 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 31.3 rebounds per game.

Why the South Dakota Coyotes will win

• South Dakota State has lost four of its last five road games against the Summit League.
• South Dakota has won four of its last five home games following a home win.
• The home team has won the first half in five of South Dakota’s last six games.

Why the South Dakota State Jackrabbits will win

• South Dakota State has won each of its last four road games against South Dakota.
• South Dakota has lost four of its last five games following a home win.

Total Points: Facts

• Each of South Dakota’s last seven home day games against the Summit League has produced a total of 153+ points.
• Seven of South Dakota State’s last eight day games against non-AP-ranked opponents have produced a total of 152+ points.

Matchup/League Facts

• South Dakota ranks 9th among Division 1 teams for free throws made per game this season (19.5).
• South Dakota ranks 10th among Division 1 teams for free throw attempts per game this season (26.4).

South Dakota State vs South Dakota Prediction

This is a revenge spot for South Dakota State after seeing its long dominance against its rival end. It’s probably why South Dakota State is favored. However, SD State has been shaky recently, losing 6 of its last 10 games, and of course that includes a loss to the Coyotes as a double-digit favorite. South Dakota is coming off a strong win over Omaha. You guys know I love my dogs in the underdog role. I’m going to grab the free bucket with South Dakota.

Randy Chambers's Pick: South Dakota +2.5