Western Michigan vs South Dakota Prediction 11/16/2025 Today’s College Basketball Picks

In this article we will formulate a Western Michigan vs South Dakota prediction for this College Basketball game on Sunday, November 16th at the Sanford Coyote Sports Center in Vermillion, South Dakota. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.

Western Michigan Broncos Betting Preview

The Western Michigan Broncos are 2-2 this year after they defeated PFW by a score of 83-71 in their last game. Western Michigan trailed 37-32 at halftime, but scored 51 points in the second half to get the win. The Broncos shot 44% from the field, 28% on three pointers, and 73% on free throws in the game. Western Michigan out rebounded PFW by a total of 53-38, recorded 15 assists, and committed 15 turnovers in the win. Jayden Brewer led the Broncos with 26 points and 12 rebounds, while Brady Swartz added 20 points and six rebounds in the game. 

Prior to that game, Western Michigan lost to Campbell by a score of 91-82 and a non-D1 team by a score of 85-81. The Broncos have scored 80.5 points per game with 42.3 rebounds and 13.0 assists per game, while they have allowed 79.5 points against per game this season. Jayden Brewer is averaging 16.5 points and 8.8 rebounds, while Jalen Griffith is averaging 15.8 points and 3.8 assists per game for the Broncos. Western Michigan is shooting 44.7% from the field, 75.2% on free throws, and 30.6% on three pointers this year. 

South Dakota Coyotes Betting Preview

The South Dakota Coyotes are 2-2 this season after they defeated Southern Indiana by a score of 89-74 in their last game. South Dakota led 44-32 at halftime and scored 45 points in the second half to secure the victory. The Coyotes shot 44% from the field, 25% on three pointers, and 80% on free throws in the game. South Dakota won the rebounding battle by a total of 45-34, recorded 11 assists, and committed 18 turnovers in the win. Isaac Bruns led the Coyotes with 18 points and seven rebounds, while Shey Eberwein added 18 points and one assist in the game. 

Prior to that game, South Dakota defeated a non-D1 team by a score of 121-65, but did lose to Creighton by a score of 92-76 before that. The Coyotes have scored 91.3 points per game with 43.5 rebounds and 12.3 assists per game, while they have allowed 79.3 points against per game this season. Isaac Bruns is averaging 17.8 points and 3.8 rebounds per game, while Shey Eberwein is averaging 10.3 points and 1.8 assists per game for the Coyotes. South Dakota is shooting 46.2% from the field, 77.2% on free throws, and 31.8% on three pointers this season. 

Why the South Dakota Coyotes will win

• Western Michigan has lost each of its last seven games against the Summit League.
• South Dakota has won 18 of its last 21 home games.
• South Dakota has won the first half in five of its last six day games at Sanford Coyote Sports Center against non-AP-ranked opponents.

Why the Western Michigan Broncos will win

• South Dakota has lost three of its last four day games following a home win.

Total Points Facts

• Each of Western Michigan’s last 23 day games have produced a total of 173 or fewer points.
• Sixty-nine of South Dakota’s last 79 games against non-Conference opponents have produced a total of 173 or fewer points.

Western Michigan vs South Dakota Prediction 

Western Michigan comes into this matchup after getting a win over PFW, but they struggled in the two games before that, as they allowed 91 and 85 points in two losses. The Broncos are shooting 45% from the field, but their defense is definitely a concern. South Dakota has won two games in a row and they are shooting 46% from the field. The Coyotes have also had some defensive struggles, as they allowed 81 and 92 points in their first two games of the year. I think these two teams are pretty evenly matched, but I will back South Dakota at home, as I think they have a slight advantage.

David Racey's Pick: South Dakota -3.5