- Matchup: Montana State Bobcats vs Northern Colorado Bears
- Date: Monday, January 19, 2026
- Venue: Bank of Colorado Arena in Greeley, CO
- Broadcast: ESPN+
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The Montana State Bobcats (9-8) are headed to the Bank of Colorado Arena on Monday to face off against the Northern Colorado Bears (11-6).
In their recent game, the Montana State Bobcats faced Idaho, concluding in a narrow defeat, 92-89. The Bobcats recorded a field goal percentage of 58.2%, going 32 for 55, and connected on eight out of fourteen three-point attempts. They showed solid performance at the free-throw line, converting 17 out of 21 shots for an impressive 81.0%. On the boards, Montana State grabbed 26 rebounds, including three offensive rebounds. They tallied 12 assists while forcing their opponents into five turnovers and securing four steals. Defensively, the Bobcats allowed Idaho to shoot 50.0% from the field, employing 34 successful shots out of 68 attempts. Idaho finished the game with 10 assists and six steals, collecting a total of 23 rebounds (seven offensive and sixteen defensive) without any blocks. The Vandals made 78.6% of their free throws, sinking 11 of 14 attempts, and hit 13 from 29 behind the arc. Montana State was called for 16 fouls while Idaho incurred 19.
Jed Miller stood out as a key player for the Bobcats, shooting 63.6% from the field, dishing out four assists, and logging 36 minutes on the court. He amassed 20 points on 7 of 11 shooting, alongside six rebounds.
The Bobcats are entering this matchup with a season record of 9-8. They average 10.8 turnovers per game while committing 17.2 fouls. As a unit, Montana State secures 34.5 rebounds per game and has distributed 205 assists this season, ranking 328th nationally. The Bobcats connect on 35.6% of their three-point attempts (167 of 469) and have a free throw percentage of 74.7%. They score an average of 79.3 points per game, which positions them 129th in the country, with a field goal shooting percentage of 47.7%.
On the defensive front, the Bobcats force 11.6 turnovers each game and draw 16.6 fouls. They allow 31.0% shooting from beyond the arc and rank 102nd nationally in points allowed per game (70.5). Their defense permits an opponent field goal percentage of 43.6% (429 of 983) and they give up an average of 32.6 rebounds per contest. Montana State is 32nd in the nation in terms of assists granted, having relinquished 188 assists so far this season.
In their most recent game, the Northern Colorado Bears dropped a close match against Portland State, finishing 76-73. During this contest, the Bears secured 17 defensive rebounds and 2 offensive boards, totaling 19 rebounds. They committed 13 turnovers while nabbing 11 steals. Portland State committed 14 fouls, giving the Bears 19 attempts at the charity stripe, of which they converted 13, marking a shooting percentage of 68.4%. From beyond the arc, Northern Colorado hit 12 of 31 three-point attempts (38.7%). In total, the Bears went 24 for 53 from the field, achieving a field goal percentage of 45.3%. Defensively, they allowed Portland State to shoot 49.1% based on 26 successful shots from 53 attempts. The Bears also struggled from deep, shooting 25.0% by making only 4 of 16 attempts, and concluded the game with a free throw performance of 20 out of 28 (71.4%). Overall, Northern Colorado allowed Portland State to collect a total of 34 rebounds.
Quinn Denker was a pivotal player for the Bears in this game, scoring 18 points on 6 of 15 shooting (40.0%) and contributing 3 rebounds and 6 assists during his 36 minutes of play.
Northern Colorado’s record stands at 11-6 this season. They commit an average of 17.8 personal fouls per game and convert 76.0% of their free throw attempts. The Bears facilitate an average of 17.2 assists per game (ranking 50th in college) while committing 11.4 turnovers. Northern Colorado has amassed 1,439 points this season (averaging 84.6 points per game) and secures 37.2 rebounds each game. Their offensive execution showcases a shooting percentage of 49.1% from the field, ranking 37th nationally.
Defensively, the Bears rank 284th in the nation in points per game allowed at 77.4. They induce an average of 9.9 turnovers per game and permit teams to shoot 45.6% from the field (292nd in college). Their defense allows opponents to convert 28.7% from three-point range (100 of 348) while giving up 75.4% shooting from the free throw line. Northern Colorado concedes an average of 9.5 assists and 31.5 rebounds per game, ranking 4th and 42nd in NCAA Division 1 respectively.
Which team will emerge victorious in tonight’s NCAA game against the spread?
Prediction: Bet on Northern Colorado
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