North Dakota State Bison Men's Basketball Roster
The North Dakota State Bison Men's Basketball team is a college basketball team that represents North Dakota State University. The Bison are members of the Summit League and have been playing NCAA Division I basketball since the 2004-2005 season.
Current Roster
Here is the current roster of the North Dakota State Bison Men's Basketball team:
- Rocky Kreuser - Forward - 6'9", 220 lbs - Junior
- Tyson Ward - Guard/Forward - 6'6", 205 lbs - Senior
- Sam Griesel - Forward - 6'6", 215 lbs - Junior
- Tyree Eady - Guard - 6'3", 180 lbs - Freshman
- Jaxon Knotek - Guard - 6'3", 190 lbs - Junior
- Maleeck Harden-Hayes - Guard - 6'4", 195 lbs - Freshman
- Jarius Cook - Guard - 6'0", 170 lbs - Freshman
- Mason Walters - Forward - 6'8", 220 lbs - Freshman
- Donald Carter III - Guard - 6'2", 190 lbs - Sophomore
- Tyson Mortensen - Forward - 6'9", 225 lbs - Freshman
- Noah Christensen - Guard - 6'2", 190 lbs - Senior
- Malik Harden-Hayes - Guard - 6'4", 195 lbs - Freshman
The team is coached by David Richman, and the assistant coaches are Eric Henderson, Jayden Olson, and Spencer Johnson.
Player Statistics
Here are the statistics for some of the North Dakota State Bison Men's Basketball players:
| Player Name | Points Per Game | Assists Per Game | Rebounds Per Game |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tyson Ward | 16.9 | 2.5 | 5.5 |
| Rocky Kreuser | 11.7 | 2.2 | 6.7 |
| Sam Griesel | 10.3 | 2.4 | 4.1 |
| Maleeck Harden-Hayes | 7.6 | 1.4 | 2.6 |
| Tyree Eady | 5.5 | 1.3 | 2.5 |
These statistics are up-to-date as of the end of the 2020-2021 season.
Team History
The North Dakota State Bison Men's Basketball team has a rich history, dating back to their founding in 1899. The team has won numerous conference championships over the years, including 7 Summit League championships since joining the conference.
One of the most successful seasons in Bison basketball history came in the 2013-2014 season, when the team went 26-7 overall and won the Summit League championship. The team went on to win their first-ever NCAA tournament game, defeating the Oklahoma Sooners in overtime, before falling to the San Diego State Aztecs in the next round.
The team has had several standout players over the years, including Ben Woodside, who holds the school record for points scored in a single game (60), and Taylor Braun, who was named Summit League Player of the Year in 2014.
Conclusion
The North Dakota State Bison Men's Basketball team has a talented roster and a rich history. With a dedicated coaching staff and hardworking players, the team is poised for continued success in the future.