South Dakota State men’s basketball claimed at least a share of its third-consecutive Summit League regular season title Sunday with an 85-80 victory over South Dakota.
Playing in front of a season-high 4,572 fans, South Dakota State (22-8, 13-2 Summit League) shot 50 percent from the field and used a 9-0 run midway through the second half to put the Coyotes away.
Noah Freidel led all scorers with 26 points, draining three 3-pointers and burying 7-of-8 from the free throw line.
Douglas Wilson, who missed the first matchup due to injury, made his presence felt early and often on his way to a 20-point, seven-rebound showing.
Four Coyotes scored in double-figures led by Stanley Umude with 15 points. Tyler Hagedorn recorded his eighth career double-double and fourth of the season with 12 points and 12 boards.
