St. Thomas Defeats South Dakota State 73-72

South Dakota's Grace Larkins scored 34 points in a recent victory over Saint Thomas, leading the Coyotes to a 77-60 win, while they prepare to face Omaha, where they have struggled defensively this season. Meanwhile, St. Thomas narrowly defeated South Dakota State 73-72, propelled by key free throws from Drake Dobbs in the closing moments, marking their third straight win in Summit League play. The Jackrabbits, despite a strong performance from Kalen Garry, fell to 1-1 in conference play and are still searching for their first road victory. As the teams gear up for their upcoming matchups, South Dakota ranks sixth in the Summit with an average of 12.1 assists per game, while St. Thomas leads in scoring at 71.2 points per game. Both South Dakota and St. Thomas seek to improve their league standings as they face each other for the first time this season. The upcoming games are crucial for setting the tone in the tight Summit League competition.