VERMILLION, S.D. (Interstat) — Cameron Fens scored 31 points to lead South Dakota to a 99-83 victory over Missouri-Kansas City in a Summit League men’s basketball game Thursday night at DakotaDome.

The Coyotes (10-9) used a dominant first half, building a 56-36 lead, to secure the win. Fens, a 6-foot-10 center, was efficient from the field and the free-throw line. Isaac Bruns added 22 points for South Dakota.

The Kangaroos (4-15) were led by Kasheem Grady’s 21 points and U’Riyah Evans’ 14. Missouri-Kansas City cut into the deficit after halftime but could not overcome the early margin. South Dakota shot 50.7% from the field and made 21 of 25 free throws. A crowd of 1,760 attended the game.