- Matchup: Idaho Vandals vs Montana Grizzlies
- Date: Saturday, February 7, 2026
- Venue: Dahlberg Arena, Missoula, MT
- Broadcast: ESPN+
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The Montana Grizzlies (13-10) clash with the Idaho Vandals (13-9) at Dahlberg Arena this Saturday.
In their most recent outing, the Idaho Vandals claimed victory over Northern Arizona, finishing with a score of 79-62. The Vandals showcased an impressive offensive performance, boasting a shooting percentage of 54.4% (31 from 57) and successfully landing 10 of 25 shots from beyond the arc. At the charity stripe, Idaho converted 7 of 9 attempts, achieving a free throw percentage of 77.8%. They dominated the boards, securing 30 rebounds, with 4 being offensive. Additionally, Idaho tallied 16 assists, forced 11 turnovers, and registered 7 steals. Defensively, Idaho permitted the opposing team to shoot 43.4% from the field, allowing 23 of 53 attempts. Northern Arizona recorded 8 assists and 5 steals while managing 26 rebounds (7 offensive, 19 defensive) but did not secure any blocks. Northern Arizona finished with a free throw percentage of 61.1%, converting 11 out of 18 attempts and made 5 of 17 attempts from the three-point range. Each team accumulated personal fouls, with Idaho totaling 18 and Northern Arizona recording 14.
Isaiah Brickner emerged as a key player, completing the contest with a remarkable shooting efficiency of 75.0%. In 28 minutes, he amassed 8 rebounds and contributed 31 points on 12 of 16 shooting.
This season, Idaho holds a 13-9 record and averages 80.0 points per game, ranking 103rd nationally, while shooting 45.2% from the field. The Vandals have a three-point shooting rate of 36.3% (232 of 640) and a free throw percentage of 74.9%. As a collective, Idaho records 36.8 rebounds per game and has provided 291 assists, placing them 272nd in the nation for assists. They average 10.9 turnovers and commit 18.8 fouls each game.
Defensively, the Vandals induce 11.5 turnovers per game while drawing 19.2 personal fouls. Currently, they rank 59th in Division 1 for assists surrendered, allowing 263 throughout the season. Idaho’s defense permits a shooting percentage of 43.7% (555 of 1,271) and concedes 33.4 rebounds on average. Their opponents shoot 34.2% from three-point range, and Idaho ranks 182nd in the nation for points per game allowed (73.5).
In their previous game, the Montana Grizzlies suffered a defeat, losing 86-79 to Sacramento State. They secured a total of 36 rebounds (26 defensive, 10 offensive) but had 15 turnovers, with 5 steals noted during the contest. Sacramento State committed 19 fouls, allowing the Grizzlies 21 free throw attempts, of which they made 16 for a free throw percentage of 76.2%. From three-point territory, Montana converted 7 of their 19 attempts (36.8%). When the game ended, the Grizzlies shot 48.3% from the field, hitting 28 out of 58 attempts, while allowing Sacramento State to shoot 49.2% (29 of 59 attempts). Sacramento State finished with an impressive 45.8% from beyond the arc, netting 11 out of 24 shots, and ended the game with a free throw percentage of 70.8% (17 of 24). Regarding rebounds, Montana allowed Sacramento State to gather 27 in total, including 7 offensive boards.
Te’Jon Sawyer played a vital role for the Grizzlies, scoring 31 points in 34 minutes without recording an assist. He showcased an efficient field goal percentage of 81.3%, converting 13 of 16 attempts and pulling down 7 rebounds.
Montana stands at 13-10 this season. They average 17.7 fouls per game and have an impressive free throw percentage of 78.0%. The Grizzlies dish out 15.7 assists per game (87th in Division 1) and average 13.8 turnovers. With a total of 1,820 points this season (79.1 per game), they secure an average of 35.4 rebounds. Offensively, Montana ranks 19th nationally with a field goal percentage of 49.9%.
On defense, Montana allows 31.6% from three-point range (168 of 532), while opponents convert 69.2% of free throw attempts. They give up an average of 13.2 assists and 33.0 rebounds per game, ranking 172nd and 93rd in college basketball, respectively. Montana’s defense ranks 160th in points per game allowed, sitting at 72.8. They force 10.9 turnovers each game and allow opponents to shoot 42.5% from the field, placing them 100th in the nation.
Who will come out on top in tonight’s NCAA matchup against the spread?
Prediction: Bet on Idaho
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