In a thrilling basketball match, Quandre Bullock’s impressive performance led South Dakota to a 79-72 victory over Kansas City on Thursday night. Bullock registered 26 points and showcased his defensive skills with six steals, contributing significantly to the Coyotes’ success. South Dakota improved its season record to 16 wins and 10 losses, with a Summit League standing of 7-4.
Joining Bullock in the scoring was Isaac Bruns, who added 21 points. Bruns’s shooting stats included making 8 of 18 attempts overall, hitting 2 of 5 from beyond the arc, and converting all his free throw attempts. Additionally, he contributed three steals to the team’s defense. Mayuom Buom also made his mark by scoring 11 points, shooting 5 for 7 from the field, although he struggled a bit at the free-throw line, going 1 for 3.
On the other side of the court, Jayson Petty led the Kangaroos with 21 points and secured eight rebounds. He was supported by Jamar Brown, who stood out with 15 points and grabbed 13 rebounds, while Melvyn Ebonkoli also contributed with a double-double, finishing the night with 13 points and 12 rebounds. Kansas City’s record now stands at 11-16, with a Summit League record of 3-9.
In the first half, Bullock led the charge with 13 points, helping South Dakota take a narrow lead at halftime with a score of 38-34. The second half saw Bruns take over as he scored a team-high 14 points, solidifying the Coyotes’ lead and eventual win.
Looking ahead, South Dakota will face South Dakota State in a home game on Sunday, while Kansas City prepares to host Omaha on the following Wednesday.
