Bruns scores 23 as South Dakota beats NAIA's Dakota State 80-71

Isaac Bruns had 23 points to lead South Dakota to an 80-71 victory over NAIA member Dakota State on Wednesday night.

The Associated Press
December 18, 2025 at 4:54AM

VERMILLION, S.D. — Isaac Bruns had 23 points to lead South Dakota to an 80-71 victory over NAIA member Dakota State on Wednesday night.

Bruns shot 5 of 10 from the field and 12 for 16 from the free-throw line for the Coyotes (7-6). Jordan Crawford added 15 points, five rebounds and three steals. Cameron Fens totaled 13 points and 11 rebounds.

The Trojans were led by Nathan Ojukwu's 27 points. Kaleel Sutton-White added 10 points.

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