- Matchup: Weber State Wildcats vs Eastern Washington Eagles
- Date: Monday, March 9, 2026
- Venue: Idaho Central Arena, Boise, ID
- Broadcast: ESPN+
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The Eastern Washington Eagles (13-18) are set to challenge the Weber State Wildcats (16-15) at Idaho Central Arena this Monday during the Big Sky Tournamen
The Weber State Wildcats faced off against Portland State in their latest outing, resulting in a defeat with a score of 84-60. The Wildcats concluded the match with a field goal percentage of 38.7% (24 out of 62) and hit 5 of 21 attempts from beyond the arc. At the free-throw line, they converted 7 of 11 attempts for 63.6%. They secured a total of 28 rebounds, including 7 offensive, along with 8 assists, 7 forced turnovers, and 5 steals. Defensively, Weber State permitted an impressive 55.7% shooting (34 of 61) from Portland State, who managed to distribute 25 assists and claim 11 steals. Portland State secured 32 total rebounds, with 6 on the offensive end, and finished the encounter with a free-throw shooting percentage of 64.3%, making 9 of 14 attempts. The Wildcats committed a total of 14 fouls compared to Portland State’s 10.
Tijan Saine stood out in the matchup, shooting 43.8% from the field and handing out 4 assists. He logged 35 minutes, registered 3 rebounds, and scored 16 points on 7 of 16 shooting.
Weber State enters this game with a record of 16-15 for the season. They average 81.3 points per game (ranking 67th nationally) while achieving a shooting percentage of 46.8% overall. The Wildcats shoot 35.2% from beyond the arc (223 conversions out of 634) and maintain a free-throw percentage of 73.0%. In terms of rebounding, they average 37.3 boards per game and have dished out 423 assists this season, placing them at 191st in collegiate rankings. They average 11.1 turnovers and commit 18.1 fouls per game.
Defensively, the Wildcats force 11.8 turnovers per game while drawing 18.3 personal fouls. They limit opponents to 31.6% shooting from three-point territory, ranking 265th in points allowed per game at 77.1. Overall, Weber State permits a shooting percentage of 46.5% (850 of 1,826) and averages 32.8 rebounds per game, ranking 214th in assists allowed, having surrendered 423 assists this year.
In their last appearance, the Eastern Washington Eagles fell to Idaho with a score of 85-81. In that contest, they secured 19 defensive rebounds and 6 offensive boards, totaling 25 rebounds. The Eagles turned the ball over 12 times while garnishing 6 steals. Idaho was awarded 23 personal fouls, allowing the Eagles 29 free-throw attempts, of which they converted 21 for a percentage of 72.4%. They also shot 6 of 18 from three-point range (33.3%) and finished with a 54.0% field goal percentage, hitting 27 of 50 shots. Conversely, the Eagles allowed Idaho to shoot 30 of 63, resulting in a 47.6% shooting rate, while Idaho made 14 of 29 attempts from beyond the arc and converted 11 of 17 at the free-throw line (64.7%). In terms of rebounding, Eastern Washington allowed Idaho to collect a total of 26 boards, with 11 on the offensive end.
Isaiah Moses was a key player for the Eagles, scoring 28 points during his 37 minutes on the court, alongside 2 assists. He achieved a shooting rate of 64.3% by connecting on 9 of 14 attempts, with 4 rebounds to his name.
The Eagles hold a record of 13-18 this season, averaging 17.9 fouls per game, with a free-throw shooting percentage of 74.9%. They assist their teammates 13.5 times per game (209th in D-1) and average 12.4 turnovers each contest. Eastern Washington has scored a total of 2,424 points this season (78.2 points per game) and averages 32.2 rebounds per game. As a team, they shoot 47.9% from the field, ranking them 42nd in college basketball.
Defensively, the Eagles are 315th in the country, allowing 78.9 points per game. They force their opponents into 11.5 turnovers per game and give up a shooting percentage of 47.8% (ranked 341st in college). Eastern Washington permits a three-point shooting rate of 35.6% (248 of 697) and sees their opponents convert 75.9% of their free-throw attempts. They surrender 14.0 assists and 31.9 rebounds per game, which places them at 233rd and 51st in D-1, respectively.
Who will emerge victorious in this NCAA game against the spread?
Prediction: Choose Weber State
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