- Matchup: Idaho State Bengals vs Sacramento State Hornets
- Date: Monday, March 2, 2026
- Venue: Hornet Pavilion, Sacramento, CA
- Broadcast: ESPN+
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At Hornet Pavilion, the Sacramento State Hornets (9-19) will host the Idaho State Bengals (12-17) on Monday evening.
In their most recent encounter, the Idaho State Bengals triumphed over Montana State with a score of 91-76. Idaho State showcased an impressive shooting percentage of 57.6%, sinking 34 of 59 attempts, and they hit 8 from beyond the arc. Additionally, they secured an impressive 88.2% at the free-throw line, converting 15 of 17 attempts. On the boards, they collected 35 rebounds, including 7 offensive, alongside 14 assists, while forcing 8 turnovers and recording 3 steals. Defensively, Idaho State allowed their opponents to score at a rate of 42.1% on 24 of 57 shooting. Montana State tallied 9 assists and achieved 10 steals during the game, grabbing 19 rebounds (6 offensive, 13 defensive) but did not block any shots. Malibu finished shooting 77.8% from the line, hitting 21 of 27 shots and knocking down 7 three-pointers from 23 attempts. In terms of fouls, Idaho State accumulated 21 against Montana State’s 18.
Gus Etchison stood out in this matchup, finishing with a remarkable 60.0% field goal shooting, registering 8 assists, and playing 31 minutes while grabbing 3 rebounds. He scored a total of 36 points on 15 of 25 shooting.
Currently, Idaho State has a season record of 12-17. They average 74.8 points per game (ranked 212th in Division 1) with a shooting efficiency of 45.8%. From three-point range, they have a shooting percentage of 33.4% (226 of 676), and they hit 75.2% of their free throws. As a team, the Bengals average 32.7 rebounds and have accumulated 346 assists, ranking 311th in D-1 in assists. They commit an average of 11.2 turnovers and 17.2 personal fouls each game.
Defensively, Idaho State compels opponents to commit 10.3 turnovers on average per game while drawing 19.3 personal fouls. They are positioned 125th nationally for allowing assists, surrendering 368 this season. The Bengals grant a field goal percentage of 47.2% (773 of 1,636) and allow an average of 29.0 rebounds per game. They yield 35.6% shooting from beyond the arc and rank 235th in points allowed per game (75.8).
In their last game, the Sacramento State Hornets suffered a loss against Montana, with a final score of 81-73. Sacramento State allowed Montana to amass 33 rebounds (3 offensive). They completed 37.9% of their three-point attempts (11 of 29) and converted 16 of 20 free throws (80.0%). Defensively, Sacramento surrendered 27 field goals out of 53 attempts, resulting in a shooting percentage of 50.9% for Montana. At the close of the game, the Hornets tallied 27 field goals from 67 attempts, equating to a shooting percentage of 40.3%. From long range, they hit 5 of their 20 attempts (25.0%). The Hornets successfully made 14 free throws at a rate of 77.8%. Montana was called for 16 fouls, sending the Hornets to the free-throw line for 18 attempts. Sacramento State recorded 9 steals while turning the ball over 8 times, and they achieved a total of 32 rebounds (23 defensive, 9 offensive).
Prophet Johnson played a crucial role for the Hornets, making 6 of 17 shots in the game, leading to a shooting percentage of 35.3%. He contributed 7 rebounds and scored 14 points in 37 minutes of play, along with 6 assists.
Sacramento State currently holds a 9-19 record for the season. The Hornets average 18.7 personal fouls per game and have a free-throw shooting percentage of 78.1%. Assisting teammates 13.1 times per game (ranked 245th) and averaging 10.8 turnovers, Sacramento has racked up a total of 2,219 points this season (79.3 per game) and pulls down 34.8 rebounds per game. Offensively, the Hornets convert 42.5% of their field goals, placing them 318th among college teams.
On defense, Sacramento State concedes 34.9% shooting on three-pointers (259 of 743), while opponents make 73.1% of their free throws. The Hornets relinquish 17.2 assists and 39.4 rebounds on a nightly basis, ranking them 356th nationally. They are positioned 353rd in points given up per game (83.1). Sacramento State forces 12.4 turnovers per game while allowing opponents to shoot 46.3% from the field (299th in college basketball).
Who will emerge victorious in tonight’s NCAA game against the spread?
Prediction: Bet on Idaho State
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