South Dakota State Jackrabbits vs North Dakota Fighting Hawks predictions, Feb 21, 2026

Yuriy Borshchenko

7 months ago

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As the South Dakota State Jackrabbits prepare to host the North Dakota Fighting Hawks on February 21, 2026, both teams are entering this matchup with differing recent performances. The Jackrabbits, with just one win in their last five games, are looking to regain their footing. In contrast, the Fighting Hawks are in better form, having secured three victories in their last five outings, indicating a more consistent competitive edge.

Tactically, South Dakota State tends to leverage their home court advantage, where they typically perform with greater effectiveness. Their offensive strategy often revolves around ball movement and creating open shots, which will be crucial against North Dakota’s defensive setups. On the other hand, the Fighting Hawks have demonstrated a strong ability to adapt, executing a balanced attack that includes effective three-point shooting and aggressive defense.

Bookmakers favor the Jackrabbits with odds of 1.31 for a home win, suggesting confidence in their ability to capitalize on home conditions. The model gives them a 71.9% probability of winning, while North Dakota’s chances stand at 28.1%. As both teams battle for positioning in the standings, fans can anticipate an engaging contest, though the outcome remains uncertain.

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South Dakota State
70.6%

North Dakota
29.4%

Prediction (the most likely score): 80:73

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	1.3		3.25
	1.36		2.95
	1.36		3.1
	1.31		3.04

Latest Results

18.02.26 South Dakota State Jackrabbits basketball – North Dakota State Bison basketball – 66:74
14.02.26 Oral Roberts Golden Eagles basketball – South Dakota State Jackrabbits basketball – 69:87
12.02.26 Denver Pioneers basketball – South Dakota State Jackrabbits basketball – 79:61
07.02.26 South Dakota State Jackrabbits basketball – South Dakota Coyotes basketball – 67:68
04.02.26 South Dakota State Jackrabbits basketball – St. Thomas Minnesota Tommies basketball – 62:77

19.02.26 North Dakota Fighting Hawks basketball – UMKC Kangaroos basketball – 85:70
14.02.26 North Dakota Fighting Hawks basketball – North Dakota State Bison basketball – 66:83
11.02.26 South Dakota Coyotes basketball – North Dakota Fighting Hawks basketball – 71:72
07.02.26 North Dakota Fighting Hawks basketball – Denver Pioneers basketball – 79:98
05.02.26 North Dakota Fighting Hawks basketball – Omaha Mavericks basketball – 76:73

Facts

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, South Dakota State won 2.

South Dakota State is currently in poor form (last 5 games: 1 wins).

North Dakota has been playing with ups and downs recently (in the last 5 games, wins – 3).

Recently, North Dakota has had a series of home games.

In this match, South Dakota State is seen as the favorite.

In the last 20 head-to-head matches, South Dakota State won 16 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 4 matches, and goals 1577:1330. (average 78.9:66.5).

Including home matches between the teams, South Dakota State won 10 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 1 match, and goals 967:756. (average 87.9:68.7).

Latest Head To Head

03.01.26 North Dakota Fighting Hawks basketball – South Dakota State Jackrabbits basketball – 90:87 OT
07.03.25 South Dakota State Jackrabbits basketball – North Dakota Fighting Hawks basketball – 69:85
01.02.25 North Dakota Fighting Hawks basketball – South Dakota State Jackrabbits basketball – 80:75
16.01.25 South Dakota State Jackrabbits basketball – North Dakota Fighting Hawks basketball – 109:73
29.02.24 North Dakota Fighting Hawks basketball – South Dakota State Jackrabbits basketball – 62:72

Standings

NCAA College Basketball Outrights

1. Michigan Wolverines: 4.25 (17.74%)

2. Arizona Wildcats: 6 (12.57%)

3. Duke Blue Devils: 7.5 (10.05%)

4. Houston Cougars: 8 (9.42%)

5. Iowa State: 13 (5.8%)

6. Florida Gators: 14 (5.39%)

7. Illinois Fighting Illini: 14 (5.39%)

8. Connecticut Huskies: 17 (4.44%)

9. Kansas Jayhawks: 21 (3.59%)

10. Purdue Boilermakers: 26 (2.9%)

11. Gonzaga Bulldogs: 41 (1.84%)

12. Michigan State: 51 (1.48%)

13. Arkansas Razorbacks: 51 (1.48%)

14. Tennessee Volunteers: 67 (1.13%)

15. Nebraska Cornhuskers: 67 (1.13%)

16. Louisville: 67 (1.13%)

17. Vanderbilt Commodores: 67 (1.13%)

18. Alabama Crimson Tide: 67 (1.13%)

19. St. Johns Red Storm: 67 (1.13%)

20. Virginia Cavaliers: 81 (0.93%)

21. North Carolina: 101 (0.75%)

22. Wisconsin Badgers: 126 (0.6%)

23. Clemson: 126 (0.6%)

24. Brigham Young: 126 (0.6%)

25. Kentucky Wildcats: 126 (0.6%)

26. Iowa Hawkeyes: 151 (0.5%)

27. St. Louis Billikens: 151 (0.5%)

28. NC State: 151 (0.5%)

29. Texas Tech: 201 (0.38%)

30. UCF Knights: 201 (0.38%)

31. Texas A&M: 201 (0.38%)

32. Villanova Wildcats: 251 (0.3%)

33. Indiana Hoosiers: 251 (0.3%)

34. SMU Mustangs: 251 (0.3%)

35. Auburn Tigers: 251 (0.3%)

36. Miami (FL): 251 (0.3%)

37. Texas Longhorns: 251 (0.3%)

38. UCLA: 251 (0.3%)

39. Ohio State Buckeyes: 351 (0.21%)

40. Georgia Bulldogs: 351 (0.21%)

41. USC Trojans: 351 (0.21%)

42. Virginia Tech: 501 (0.15%)

43. Baylor Bears: 501 (0.15%)

44. Seton Hall Pirates: 501 (0.15%)

45. New Mexico: 501 (0.15%)

46. San Diego State: 501 (0.15%)

47. Oklahoma State: 501 (0.15%)

48. Missouri Tigers: 751 (0.1%)

49. Santa Clara: 751 (0.1%)

50. Miami (Ohio): 751 (0.1%)

51. California Golden Bears: 1001 (0.08%)

52. TCU: 1001 (0.08%)

53. West Virginia: 1001 (0.08%)

54. Syracuse Orange: 1001 (0.08%)

55. Creighton: 1001 (0.08%)

56. Oklahoma Sooners: 1001 (0.08%)

57. Stanford Cardinal: 1001 (0.08%)

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