North Dakota Fighting Hawks vs Omaha Mavericks Picks and Predictions January 8th 2026

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North Dakota Fighting Hawks vs Omaha Mavericks Betting Preview

The North Dakota Fighting Hawks enter 8-10 and look to extend their winning streak, while the Omaha Mavericks aim to defend their home court in this Summit Conference clash at Baxter Arena.

Line Movement and Odds

Omaha opened as the favorite, with the line reflecting confidence in their home-court strength. Current market:

  • Omaha Spread: -5.5 (-115)
  • North Dakota Spread: +5.5 (-105)
  • Omaha MoneyLine: -231
  • North Dakota MoneyLine: +191
  • Total: 146.5 (-110)

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Matchup Breakdown

North Dakota Outlook

North Dakota averages 75.3 points per game, with Greyson Uelmen, Anthony Smith III, and Eli King leading the offense. Their shooting efficiency (61.9 field goal attempts per game, 132nd nationally) and free-throw production (14.7 makes per game) highlight balance. Their 8-10 overall record underscores competitiveness, with a 2-5 road mark showing challenges away from home.

Omaha Outlook

Omaha averages 76.1 points per game, with Paul Djobet, Lance Waddles, and Frankie Fidler providing scoring depth. Their shooting efficiency (53.9% eFG, 114th nationally) and three-point accuracy (36.0%, 106th nationally) highlight offensive strength. Their 7-10 overall record underscores resilience, with a 5-4 home mark showing consistency at Baxter Arena.

Key Matchup / Path to Victory

The game hinges on Omaha’s ability to maintain offensive rhythm, while North Dakota must lean on Uelmen and Smith to pace the offense. If Omaha controls tempo and perimeter shooting, their depth should create separation.

Injuries / Availability

North Dakota: No injury updates provided.

Omaha: No injury updates provided.

Environment

Baxter Arena provides Omaha with a strong home-court edge, where they are 5-4 this season. North Dakota’s balanced offense highlights their ability to compete in Omaha.

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Best Bets and Prediction

Projected Final Score: Omaha 75, North Dakota 67

  • Omaha -5.5 → Best Bet. Their offensive pace and shooting efficiency make them the sharper side.
  • Under 146.5 → Total play. Both teams’ slower pace points toward a combined score below the line.

Omaha’s depth and perimeter shooting should dictate the game, while North Dakota’s offense keeps the spread in play. Expect a competitive contest trending under the total.

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