In a competitive matchup, Omaha outlasted Denver with an 83–76 victory. Despite Denver’s strong offensive performance, spearheaded by Kinsey’s 24 points, Omaha sealed the win in the final moments.

A commanding second-half performance led the No. 9-ranked UW-Whitewater Warhawks to a 34-2 victory over UW-Stout. Scoring 31 unanswered points and capitalizing on three takeaways, UW-Whitewater showcased their defensive prowess and offensive resilience in Friday night’s matchup.