FARGO, N.D. — In an exciting matchup on Thursday evening, Oscar Cluff delivered an impressive performance, scoring 23 points to guide South Dakota State to a 72-62 victory over North Dakota State.

Alongside his scoring, Cluff also contributed significantly on the boards, pulling down 15 rebounds and blocking three shots, helping the Jackrabbits improve to a record of 15 wins and 8 losses, along with 6 wins and 2 losses in the Summit League.

Joe Sayler was another key player for the Jackrabbits, showcasing his shooting prowess by hitting 7 of his 13 attempts, including 4 of 6 from three-point land, resulting in 19 points. Kalen Garry also played a vital role, finishing the game with 12 points after shooting 5 of 14 overall, with a less successful 2 of 9 from beyond the arc.

On the other side of the court, Jacksen Moni was the leading scorer for the Bison, tallying 19 points and grabbing 8 rebounds. Tajavis Miller contributed with 14 points and 7 rebounds, while Masen Miller added 10 points and 6 rebounds, but the team experienced a setback, snapping a five-game winning streak with this defeat.

Looking ahead, South Dakota State will face off against North Dakota in an away game this coming Saturday. Meanwhile, North Dakota State will be on the road to take on St. Thomas on Sunday.