South Dakota brings a 3-0 record into Sunday’s home game against Idaho State, looking to start 4-0 for the second straight season. The Coyotes have built their early success on defense, rebounding and frequent trips to the free-throw line.

By the Numbers
  • South Dakota is 3-0 and has won its last two meetings with Idaho State.
  • The Coyotes outrebounded Creighton 44-24 and average a +17.0 rebound margin.
  • They’re holding opponents to 47.7 points per game and 28.5% shooting from the field.
  • South Dakota averages 22 made free throws on 31 attempts per game.
Yes, But

The Coyotes’ strong start comes over just three games, and no player has scored more than 15 points in a game. Idaho State has won once in the series, though that victory came in 2012.

State of Play
  • South Dakota is the Summit League’s only unbeaten team and hosts the Bengals in Vermillion.
  • Molly Joyce has led the Coyotes in scoring in all three games; Latazia Williamson recorded a 12-point, 11-rebound double-double against Creighton.
  • The game airs on the Summit League Network and Midco Sports Plus, with radio coverage on the Coyote Sports Network.
What's Next

A win Sunday would move South Dakota to 4-0 and extend its winning streak against Idaho State to three games.

Bottom Line

South Dakota’s unbeaten start is being fueled by collective contributions and a defense that has limited opponents’ scoring chances. Sustaining that formula is the test as the Coyotes look to keep their early-season momentum.