South Dakota State Jackrabbits vs Saint Thomas-Minnesota Tommies Picks and Predictions for Thursday March 5 2026
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The South Dakota State Jackrabbits face the Saint Thomas-Minnesota Tommies in the Summit League Championship Quarterfinal on Thursday March 5, 2026 at the Denny Sanford Premier Center in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Tip-off is scheduled for 9:30 PM ET and the game will be broadcast on Midco Sports Net. At the time of this writing the odds were not released for the moneyline, total, or spread. Be sure to also check out our free college basketball picks for more daily college basketball betting insights.
Jackrabbits Hoping to Make a Deep Tournament Run
The South Dakota State Jackrabbits enter the Summit League tournament with a 14-17 overall record and a 7-9 conference record. South Dakota State has had mixed results recently, recently losing to South Dakota 75-70 while picking up wins over Kansas City 73-59, North Dakota 91-83, and Oral Roberts 87-69. They also dropped a game to North Dakota State 74-66.
South Dakota State averages 75.7 points per game while allowing 72.6 points per contest. The Jackrabbits shoot 46% from the field and average 37.3 rebounds per game while contributing 14.3 assists per contest.
One of the strengths of South Dakota State is their rebounding presence. The Jackrabbits average over 37 rebounds per game, allowing them to control the glass and generate second-chance scoring opportunities.
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Tommies Enter as One of the League’s Top Teams
The Saint Thomas-Minnesota Tommies come into this matchup with an impressive 23-8 overall record and a 12-4 record in Summit League play. The Tommies have been playing excellent basketball recently, winning four of their last five games. They recently defeated Omaha 68-53, beat North Dakota State 84-62, and dominated Kansas City 104-64. Their only recent loss came against Denver 82-80 while they also lost a close game to Omaha 98-94.
Saint Thomas averages an impressive 83.3 points per game while allowing 72.0 points per contest. The Tommies shoot an efficient 51% from the field and average 33.5 rebounds while distributing 17.2 assists per game.
One of the biggest strengths of the Tommies is their offensive efficiency. Their field goal percentage is among the best in the conference, and their ball movement creates a high number of quality scoring opportunities.
South Dakota State Jackrabbits vs Saint Thomas-Minnesota Tommies Pick
Jackrabbits vs Tommies Pick
- Pick: Saint Thomas-Minnesota Tommies Spread
Saint Thomas appears to have the edge in this matchup thanks to their elite offensive efficiency and overall consistency throughout the season. The Tommies score over 83 points per game and shoot over 50% from the field, making them one of the most dangerous offenses in the conference. With South Dakota State allowing over 72 points per game, Saint Thomas should be able to generate plenty of scoring opportunities.
Jackrabbits vs Tommies Total Pick
- Pick: Take the Over
I like the over in this matchup because Saint Thomas plays at a fast pace and has one of the most efficient offenses in the Summit League. When the Tommies are scoring at their usual pace, games tend to become higher scoring. South Dakota State also averages over 75 points per game, which should help push the total upward.
Final Score Prediction: Saint Thomas 85, South Dakota State 77
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