North Dakota State 71 Butler 68

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North Dakota State (8-4) blew a double-digit lead but came back late, then picked up the road win over Butler (7-3). The Bison connected on 45.5% of their shots. Butler checked in at an icy 37.1%. Jacari White (Orlando, FL) had 27 points and 7 rebounds, and Jacksen Moni (Fargo, ND) had 25 points and 7 boards leading the winners. For Butler Pierre Brooks II (Detroit, Mich) led the way with 26 points and 7 boards. His top help came from Jahmyl Telfort (Montreal, PQ) with 23 points and 6 boards.