FARGO, N.D. — In an electrifying matchup on Thursday night, Jacksen Moni led the North Dakota State Bison to a thrilling 94-88 victory over the Oral Roberts Golden Eagles, scoring a remarkable 32 points, with nine of those points coming during overtime.
Moni’s impressive performance also included eight rebounds, contributing significantly to the Bison’s victory. Jacari White was another standout for North Dakota State, adding 30 points while shooting an efficient 10 out of 15 from the field, including hitting 4 of 8 from beyond the arc. White also showed his prowess at the charity stripe, making all six of his free-throw attempts, while recording nine rebounds. Tajavis Miller contributed with nine points on shooting 3 for 6 from the floor, along with making 2 of his 3 free throws.
For the Golden Eagles, Issac McBride was the top scorer, finishing the game with 34 points and contributing two steals. JoJo Moore also had a solid game, scoring 19 points, grabbing six rebounds, and securing two steals. Sam Alajiki chipped in with 16 points, three steals, and two blocks to support his team.
The game saw a competitive first half, as North Dakota State went into the locker room trailing 43-39. Moni led the scoring in the first half, netting 13 points. The second half showcased White’s scoring ability with 14 points, and in a clutch moment, Moni nailed a layup to tie the game with just four seconds left in regulation, forcing it into overtime. During the extra period, Moni’s experience shone through as he finished shooting 1 of 2 from the field and a standout 7 of 8 from the free-throw line, helping to secure the win for his team with his critical nine points during overtime.
Looking ahead, both teams are set for action again on Saturday, with North Dakota State hosting Denver, while Oral Roberts will visit North Dakota for their next game.
