Drake opened its season with a 66-56 exhibition win over No. 22 Minnesota-Duluth, using the matchup to test lineups and showcase newcomers returning from injury. Anna Becker led Drake with 14 points, while Brooklyn Dailey helped seal the game with late assists and a 3-pointer.

By the Numbers
  • Drake outrebounded Minnesota-Duluth, 40-29.
  • Drake recorded 20 assists on 25 field goals and committed 13 turnovers.
  • Becker scored 14 points; Quinn Vice added 13, and Mya Crawford had nine points and eight rebounds.
Yes, But

Drake won the key statistical battles but shot 42.4% and couldn’t pull away early: the teams were tied at halftime, and UMD trailed by just two entering the fourth quarter. Drake’s defense and late execution made the difference, holding UMD to 29.6% shooting after halftime.

What's Next

Drake opens the regular season against Eastern Illinois at the Knapp Center on Nov. 3, with tipoff scheduled for 6 p.m.

Bottom Line

The exhibition offered Drake a useful win and an early look at its depth, but the team’s next step is turning that rebounding and ball movement into more consistent scoring.