Notre Dame Dominates North Dakota in College Basketball Matchup

The Notre Dame Fighting Irish hosted the North Dakota Fighting Hawks on Tuesday, November 19, 2024, at the Purcell Pavilion, and the game lived up to expectations with Notre Dame emerging as the clear victor.

Notre Dame, boasting a perfect 3-0 record entering the game, continued their strong form by defeating North Dakota 84-62. The Irish have been impressive on offense, averaging 86.3 points per game, which ranks them 70th in the nation. They shot 53.4% from the field and 39.1% from beyond the arc, showcasing their elite shooting capabilities.

Markus Burton led the way for Notre Dame, averaging 17.7 points and 6 assists per game, while Tae Davis contributed 16.3 points and a team-high 6.3 rebounds. The team’s dominance on the glass, ranking 25th in the nation in rebounding, was also a key factor in their victory.[

North Dakota, with a 2-1 record before the game, struggled to keep pace with Notre Dame’s high-powered offense. Despite their strong defensive performance, particularly in limiting opponent three-point shots, they were unable to overcome the Irish’s scoring prowess. Treysen Eaglestaff was a standout for North Dakota, averaging 20 points per game, but it was not enough to change the outcome.[

Betting odds heavily favored Notre Dame, with a spread of -18 and an over/under of 146.5 points. Predictive models and betting analysts consistently forecasted a Notre Dame win, with some models giving the Irish a 95% chance of victory.[

The game highlighted Notre Dame’s home court advantage, where they have won 16 of their last 17 night games against non-conference opponents. This win keeps Notre Dame undefeated and sets them up for their upcoming games against Elon, Rutgers, Houston, and Georgia.[