FARGO, N.D. — In an exciting showdown on Saturday, Omaha triumphed over North Dakota State with a final score of 85-80, largely thanks to Lance Waddles, who led the Mavericks with an impressive 24 points.

Waddles also contributed significantly on the boards, grabbing five rebounds during the match, helping Omaha improve their record to 8-9 overall and 2-0 in the Summit League.

Marquel Sutton was another standout, scoring 16 points while also securing 12 rebounds, making a notable impact in both scoring and defense for the Mavericks. Tony Osburn also played a crucial role, finishing with 13 points by shooting 5 for 12 from the field, which included a 3 for 7 performance from three-point range.

For the Bison, Jacksen Moni was the leading scorer with 23 points, providing a strong offensive presence. Masen Miller also had a solid performance, contributing 20 points, while Tajavis Miller rounded out the scoring with 14 points and 10 rebounds, showcasing his versatility in the game.

Looking ahead, the Omaha Mavericks will face UMKC in a home game scheduled for Wednesday, while North Dakota State will travel to take on Oral Roberts on Thursday, both teams aiming to improve their standings in the conference.