Bemidji State men's basketball suffers 11th straight loss to Minot State

Beavers fall 72-65 in latest matchup of the Battle of the Beavers rivalry

Published on Feb. 5, 2026

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The Bemidji State men's basketball team extended its losing streak to 11 games after falling 72-65 to Minot State on Thursday night. Henry Shannon III led BSU with 18 points, while John Pecarich added 14 points in the losing effort.

Why it matters

Bemidji State has struggled mightily this season, having not won a game since December 18th against U-Mary. This latest loss to in-state rival Minot State marks the 11th consecutive defeat for the Beavers, highlighting their ongoing challenges on the court.

The details

Minot State took control in the second half and never relinquished the lead, outscoring Bemidji State 46-35 over the final 20 minutes. Shannon III had a team-high 18 points for BSU, while Pecarich chipped in 14 points. Nathan Fenske dished out a team-best 3 assists in the losing effort.

  • The game was played on Thursday, February 6, 2026.
  • Bemidji State's last win was on December 18, 2025 against U-Mary.

The players

Henry Shannon III

A Bemidji State player who scored a team-high 18 points in the loss.

John Pecarich

A Bemidji State player who scored 14 points in the game.

Nathan Fenske

A Bemidji State player who had a team-high 3 assists.

Benjamin

A Minot State player who scored a game-high 21 points.

Dissette

A Minot State player who scored 17 points.

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The takeaway

Bemidji State's extended losing streak highlights the team's struggles this season, as they continue to search for their first win since mid-December. The rivalry matchup with Minot State resulted in another defeat, further compounding the Beavers' woes.