GRAND FORKS, N.D. (Interstat) — North Dakota State pulled away in the second half for an 83-66 victory over North Dakota in Summit League men’s basketball Saturday at Engelstad Arena.

The Bison, who led 31-32 at halftime, erupted for 52 points after intermission to overwhelm the Fighting Hawks before a crowd of 2,918. North Dakota State dominated inside with 40 points in the paint.

Greyson Uelmen led North Dakota with 16 points and four assists. Eli King added 12 points and six rebounds. The loss dropped North Dakota to 15-14 overall. North Dakota State improved to 21-6.

The Bison were projected as a strong favorite pregame and covered the spread as the total score narrowly missed the over/under line.