- Matchup: Idaho State Bengals vs Portland State Vikings
- Date: February 2, 2026 (Monday)
- Venue: Viking Pavilion, Portland, OR
- Broadcast: ESPN+
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On Monday, the Portland State Vikings (13-6) are set to face off against the Idaho State Bengals (10-11) at the Viking Pavilion.
In their previous game, the Idaho State Bengals faced off against Montana, only to fall short with a final score of 69-60. Idaho State committed 12 fouls, while Montana racked up 16. The Bengals managed to hit 7 of their 22 attempts from beyond the three-point line, whereas Montana excelled at the free-throw line, converting 8 of their 9 attempts (88.9%). On the boards, Montana collected 29 rebounds (4 offensive, 25 defensive) but did not achieve any blocks. Additionally, Montana recorded 16 assists and snagged 6 steals throughout the match. Defensively, Idaho State allowed their opponents to shoot 47.4% from the field, with Montana making 27 of 57 attempts. Idaho State recorded 8 assists, forced 11 turnovers, and achieved 5 steals. For rebounding, the Bengals secured a total of 34 boards, including 10 offensive rebounds. At the free-throw line, Idaho State converted 10 of their 15 attempts, totaling a shooting percentage of 66.7%, while they completed the match with a field goal percentage of 36.2% (21 out of 58) including 8 out of 25 from three-point range.
Key player Connor Hollenbeck made significant contributions, with an impressive shooting rate of 60.0% from the field. He logged 25 minutes, secured 7 rebounds, and scored 18 points on 6 of 10 shooting.
Idaho State enters this match with a season record of 10-11. The Bengals average 11.3 turnovers per game and commit 17.4 fouls per contest. They have been pulling down an average of 33.6 rebounds per game and have accumulated a total of 258 assists this season, ranking them 307th nationally in assists. The Bengals possess a three-point shooting success rate of 33.9% (172 of 507) and a free throw conversion rate of 73.8%. They score an average of 75.4 points per game, placing them 205th in the nation, while shooting 45.8% from the field.
Defensively, Idaho State forces an average of 10.8 turnovers per game while committing 19.6 personal fouls. They are currently 102nd in the country for assists allowed, relinquishing 262. Opponents shoot an effective 45.4% against them (543 out of 1,196) and average 29.5 boards per game. The Bengals allow 33.5% from beyond the arc and rank 185th in points per game allowed (73.7).
In their last outing, the Portland State Vikings were defeated 64-60 by Montana. In terms of rebounding, Portland State allowed Montana to gather a total of 26 boards (3 offensive). The Vikings struggled from deep, shooting only 16.7% (2 of 12), while converting 20 of 25 free-throw attempts (80.0%). Montana achieved a shooting percentage of 46.7% by hitting 21 of 45 from the field. The Vikings finished the game shooting 38.3% from the field, with 18 out of 47 attempts successful. Portland State made 3 of 16 three-point attempts (18.8%). The Vikings benefited from 30 free throw attempts due to Montana’s 22 personal fouls. They committed 17 turnovers while achieving 10 steals. Overall, Portland State grabbed 20 defensive boards and 7 offensive boards for a total of 27 rebounds.
Terri Miller Jr. played a pivotal role for the Vikings, shooting 5 of 12 to achieve a field goal percentage of 41.7% and contributing 4 rebounds. He tallied 15 points during his 40 minutes on the court and dished out 2 assists.
Portland State boasts a season record of 13-6. Offensively, they are shooting 47.5% from the field, ranking 69th nationally. The Vikings have accumulated 1,499 points this season (averaging 78.9 points per game) and pull in an average of 38.1 rebounds per game. They average 16.4 assists per game (65th in the country) but surrender possession 13.0 times per game. Portland State averages 20.9 personal fouls per contest and has a free-throw percentage of 69.9%.
Defensively, the Vikings rank 97th in Division 1 for points per game allowed, averaging 70.4 points. They force 13.4 turnovers per game and have limited opponents to shoot 41.1% from the field (55th in collegiate basketball). Opponents achieve a shooting percentage of 30.4% from three-point range (123 out of 404) and convert 73.7% of their free throw attempts. Portland State concedes 12.3 assists and 32.2 rebounds on average, ranking 92nd and 60th in those defensive metrics.
Who will emerge victorious in tonight’s NCAA matchup against the spread?
Prediction: Bet on Idaho State
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