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Montana vs Portland State Basketball Picks 3-11-24

Portland State Vikings (17-14) vs. Montana Grizzlies (21-10)
March 11, 2024 10:00 pm EDT
The Line: Montana Grizzlies -5.5; Over/Under: +146.5
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In this article, we will formulate a Portland State vs Montana betting prediction for this college basketball showdown on Monday, March 11th at the Entertainment and Sports Arena. We will take a look at: 

– The Portland State Vikings’ recent form and recent player performance

-The Montana Grizzlies recent form and recent player performance

– A summary that ties it all together and produces a favorable betting outcome for today’s game between Portland State vs Montana. 

Portland State Coming off a Solid Win

Portland State faced off against Idaho in the last game and they were able to secure the 72-57 victory. Forward KJ Allen had a strong game putting up 27 points, 10 rebounds, and two assists. No one else for Portland State finished in double figures, and they are going to need a more balanced attack. Portland State is averaging 71.6 points while their defense is giving up 71.4 points per game. Forward KJ Allen is having a strong season averaging 13 points while shooting 43.1 percent from the field and 36.9 percent from behind the three point line. 

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Montana Has Won Two Games in a Row 

Montana has won two games in a row and they have to have some confidence heading into this game. Two games ago against Idaho, Montana won 80-57 and in the last game and in the last game against Idaho State they were able to secure the 79-65 victory. Montana is averaging 77.3 points while their defense is giving up 71.3 points per game. This is a team that likes to push the pace, but the defense for this team has been a major issue at times. Aanen Moody is averaging 16.6 points while shooting 48.4 percent from the field. 

Portland State vs Montana Betting Prediction

Montana is averaging 77.3 points and they have won two games in a row. Portland State is giving up 71.4 points and they are going to really struggle to defend in this game. Montana is going to have no issue running up the score here, and that is going to be the difference here as Montana is going to get the job done with ease. Back Montana to win this game and cover the spread. 

 

Shane Mickle's Free Pick: Montana -5.5

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Shane Mickle

Sports is about all Shane knows in this life! He has a passion for sports and writing, which makes working for Sportschatplace a perfect job for him! If you find him cheering for a team it's usually a Minnesota team, or the Kansas Jayhawks!

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