N Dakota St defeats MN-Crooks 101-67
MN-Crooks 67 - N Dakota St 101: A Dominant Statement Win
In a highly anticipated non-conference matchup, N Dakota St (Scheels Center) proved to be too much for visiting MN-Crooks, delivering a resounding 101-67 victory that served as a statement win for the Bison. The dominating performance showcased the Bison's depth and versatility, setting the tone for their strong season.
The game began with N Dakota St taking control from the start, leading 57-33 at halftime. The Bison's dominance continued in the second half, outscoring MN-Crooks by 34 points to seal the convincing win.
Markhi Strickland led N Dakota St with 19 points on an impressive 90.0% field goal percentage, while Noah Feddersen contributed six rebounds and ten points off the bench. Andy Stefonowicz added four assists, ten points, and four rebounds, solidifying his well-rounded performance.
For MN-Crooks, Donez Lindsey led the way with 25 points on an efficient 69.2% field goal percentage from the floor. Spencer Swenson chipped in with four rebounds and nine points, but the Golden Gophers struggled to find consistency throughout the game.
N Dakota St's well-rounded team statistics backed up their dominating performance. The Bison shot an impressive 53.0% from the field, including 60.0% from two-point range and 39.0% from three-point territory. They also controlled the boards, grabbing 38 rebounds to just 24 for MN-Crooks.
The Bison's strong pace was reflected in their advanced statistics, with an effective field goal percentage of 59.6% and a free throw rate of 35.3%. Their ability to limit turnovers and capitalize on fast breaks further underscored their team success.
This win marked a significant statement for N Dakota St, who now look poised to make a strong push in the conference standings. In contrast, MN-Crooks will need to regroup and refocus after this blowout loss.
Game Stats
N Dakota St (Scheels Center) Game Stats:
* Field Goals: 36/68 (53.0%)
* 2-Point FG: 27/45 (60.0%)
* 3-Point FG: 9/23 (39.0%)
* Free Throws: 20/24 (83.0%)
MN-Crooks (Scheels Center) Game Stats:
* Field Goals: 28/57 (49.0%)
* 2-Point FG: 20/35 (57.1%)
* 3-Point FG: 8/22 (36.0%)
* Free Throws: 3/4 (75.0%)
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Game Context
The game took place in the Scheels Center, home of N Dakota St.
This was a non-conference matchup.