Idaho State Bengals (12-18) vs. Montana Grizzlies (20-10)
March 4, 2024 9:00 pm EDT
The Line: Montana Grizzlies -8.5; Over/Under: +145
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The Idaho State Bengals and Montana Grizzlies face off on Monday in a college basketball showdown at the Dahlberg Arena. Let’s look at the betting matchup and give a free Idaho State vs Montana prediction.
Idaho State Coming off a Close Loss
Idaho State faced off against Northern Colorado in the last game and they were almost able to secure the win, but they fell just short and were knocked off 81-79. They scored 81 points in the second half, but they fell just short. Idaho State is averaging 70.8 points while their defense is giving up 69.9 points per game. The defense is ranked 115th and they are going to need the defense to step up here.
Montana Dominated in Last Game
Montana faced off against Idaho in the last game and they scored 80 points on the way to the way victory. Aanen Moody had a strong game putting up 22 points. Montana on the season is averaging 77.2 points while their defense is giving up 71.5 points per game. The offense is ranked 79th in the league while the defense is ranked 161st. Moody has been the top player for Montana averaging 16.4 points while shooting 47.8 percent from the field and 39.4 percent from behind the three point line. It’s going to need to be a balanced attack from Montana if they want to find success here.
Idaho State vs Montana Betting Prediction
Idaho State almost won the last game, but they fell just short, and I have concerns about them heading into this game. Idaho State’s defense is going to really struggle like they did in teh last game, and Montana is going to take advantage. Montana scored 80 points in their last game and they are going oth ave no issue in here. This is going to be an easy victory by Montana. Back Montana against the spread.
