Eastern Washington Eagles Upset Montana Grizzlies 82-74
Thursday, February 5, 2026, 9:00 PM ET · Dahlberg Arena
Eastern Washington Eagles 82, Montana Grizzlies 74, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Quick answers
Who won Eastern Washington Eagles vs Montana Grizzlies?
Eastern Washington Eagles beat Montana Grizzlies 82-74 at Dahlberg Arena on February 5, 2026.
Who was favored in Eastern Washington Eagles vs Montana Grizzlies?
Montana Grizzlies were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -258 (about 72% implied). The underdog won.
In a surprising turn of events, the Eastern Washington Eagles secured an 82-74 victory over the Montana Grizzlies at Dahlberg Arena on February 6, 2026. This result marks a significant achievement for the Eagles, who have struggled throughout the season with a record of 6-17, while the Grizzlies entered the game with a 13-11 record. The matchup was particularly noteworthy as it showcased the Eagles overcoming their recent difficulties, having lost their last two games prior to this contest.
The Grizzlies had been performing well at home, boasting a 4-0 record in their last four home games and a 7-3 record overall in their last ten matchups. However, they faced challenges in this game, particularly in the second half, where they were unable to maintain their lead. Montana averaged 76.8 points scored and allowed 70.1 points in their recent home games, but they fell short against the Eagles, who managed to score 82 points despite their average of 74.9 points scored and 78.1 points allowed in their last ten games.
In previous meetings, the Grizzlies had a slight edge over the Eagles, holding a 2-1 record in their last three encounters. Their last matchup on January 10, 2026, ended in a narrow defeat for Montana, losing 65-66. The Eagles had also beaten the Grizzlies earlier in the 2025 season, which may have set the stage for a competitive rematch.
In this game, the Eagles were led by Alton Hamilton IV, who contributed significantly with crucial free throws and a layup that helped extend their lead in the second half. Money Williams also made a notable impact with a 24-foot three-point jumper that shifted momentum in favor of Eastern Washington. The Eagles capitalized on their scoring opportunities and managed to outscore Montana in the second half, ultimately sealing their victory.
The market had priced the Grizzlies as 5.5-point favorites according to DraftKings, with a moneyline of -258 for Montana and +210 for Eastern Washington. The total for the game was set at 151.5, indicating expectations for a high-scoring affair. However, the Eagles defied those expectations and delivered a strong performance.
Conditions at Dahlberg Arena were conducive for basketball, but the Grizzlies could not leverage their home-court advantage as they had in previous games. The Eagles' ability to adapt and execute their game plan effectively was evident, particularly in the final moments of the game when they maintained composure under pressure.
As the game progressed, viewers were treated to a display of resilience from the Eagles, who managed to overcome their recent form and secure a vital win. The Eagles' ability to score in critical moments and their defensive efforts to limit Montana's scoring opportunities were key factors in their success. The Grizzlies will need to regroup and address their defensive lapses as they move forward in the season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | MONT -5.5 | 151.5 o -110 / u -110 | Eastern Washington Eagles +210 · Montana Grizzlies -258 |
Leaders
- PointsMoney Williams25Montana Grizzlies
- AssistsGrant Kepley4Montana Grizzlies
- ReboundsGrant Kepley5Montana Grizzlies
- PointsKiree Huie15Eastern Washington Eagles
- AssistsIsaiah Moses8Eastern Washington Eagles
- ReboundsKiree Huie9Eastern Washington Eagles
Recent form
Montana Grizzlies
Last 10: 7-3Streak L176.8 scored · 70.1 allowed per game4-0 at home
- L79-86at Sacramento State HornetsFeb 1
- W64-60at Portland State VikingsJan 30
- W69-60vs Idaho State BengalsJan 24
- W81-65vs Weber State WildcatsJan 23
- W98-72at Northern Arizona LumberjacksJan 20
- L67-76at Montana State BobcatsJan 18
- L65-66at Eastern Washington EaglesJan 10
- W79-73at Idaho VandalsJan 9
- W88-79vs Northern Colorado BearsJan 3
- W78-64vs Northern Arizona LumberjacksJan 1
Eastern Washington Eagles
Last 10: 3-7Streak L274.9 scored · 78.1 allowed per game1-5 away
- L71-74at Northern Colorado BearsJan 31
- L86-92at Northern Arizona LumberjacksJan 30
- W75-67vs Sacramento State HornetsJan 24
- L61-65vs Portland State VikingsJan 23
- W84-66at Idaho State BengalsJan 17
- L80-91at Weber State WildcatsJan 16
- W66-65vs Montana GrizzliesJan 10
- L64-68vs Montana State BobcatsJan 9
- L81-84at Idaho VandalsJan 3
- L81-109at BYU CougarsDec 23
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portland State | 20-11 | - | 13-5 |
| Montana State | 18-14 | 1 | 12-6 |
| Eastern Washington | 14-19 | 2 | 11-7 |
| Northern Colorado | 20-12 | 3 | 10-8 |
| Montana | 18-16 | 3 | 10-8 |
| Weber State | 16-16 | 3 | 10-8 |
| Idaho | 21-15 | 4 | 9-9 |
| Sacramento State | 10-21 | 8 | 6-12 |
| Idaho State | 13-20 | 8 | 5-13 |
| Northern Arizona | 10-22 | 9 | 4-14 |
Box score
| Stat | Eastern Washington Eagles | Montana Grizzlies |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 29-56 | 27-54 |
| Field goal % | 52 | 50 |
| Three-pointers | 9-22 | 7-20 |
| Three-point % | 41 | 35 |
| Free throws | 15-24 | 13-17 |
| Free throw % | 63 | 76 |
| Rebounds | 32 | 32 |
| Offensive rebounds | 10 | 8 |
| Defensive rebounds | 22 | 24 |
| Assists | 17 | 15 |
| Steals | 9 | 9 |
| Blocks | 4 | 1 |
| Turnovers | 13 | 17 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 16 | 9 |
| Fast-break points | 6 | 4 |
| Points in the paint | 32 | 30 |
| Fouls | 15 | 21 |
| Largest lead | 11 | 9 |
| Lead changes | 14 | 14 |
| Time in front | 41 | 53 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half43-49Grant Kepley makes 24-foot three point jumper (Tyler Thompson assists)
- 2nd Half43-51Money Williams makes 10-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half44-51Kiree Huie makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half44-53Money Williams makes 14-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half46-53Isaiah Moses makes 13-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half48-53Isaiah Moses makes driving layup
- 2nd Half48-54Brooklyn Hicks makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half48-55Brooklyn Hicks makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half50-55Jojo Anderson makes 6-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half53-55Elijah Thomas makes 22-foot three point jumper (Jojo Anderson assists)
- 2nd Half53-57Money Williams makes driving layup
- 2nd Half55-57Straton Rogers makes layup
- 2nd Half56-57Jojo Anderson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half57-57Jojo Anderson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half57-58Te'Jon Sawyer makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half57-59Te'Jon Sawyer makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half58-59Alton Hamilton IV makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half59-59Alton Hamilton IV makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half62-59Johnny Radford makes 24-foot three point jumper (Alton Hamilton IV assists)
- 2nd Half64-59Kiree Huie makes layup (Elijah Thomas assists)
- 2nd Half64-61Trae Taylor makes layup (Tyler Thompson assists)
- 2nd Half67-61Johnny Radford makes 24-foot three point jumper (Alton Hamilton IV assists)
- 2nd Half68-61Straton Rogers makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half69-61Straton Rogers makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half69-63Te'Jon Sawyer makes 9-foot hook shot (Grant Kepley assists)
- 2nd Half72-63Emmett Marquardt makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jojo Anderson assists)
- 2nd Half73-63Kiree Huie makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half74-63Kiree Huie makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half74-65Money Williams makes 20-foot jumper (Connor Dick assists)
- 2nd Half74-67Money Williams makes 13-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half74-68Money Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half74-69Money Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half74-72Money Williams makes 24-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half75-72Alton Hamilton IV makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half76-72Alton Hamilton IV makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half78-72Alton Hamilton IV makes layup (Isaiah Moses assists)
- 2nd Half78-74Connor Dick makes 6-foot alley oop dunk (Brooklyn Hicks assists)
- 2nd Half80-74Isaiah Moses makes 20-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half81-74Isaiah Moses makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half82-74Isaiah Moses makes free throw 1 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Montana Grizzlies, below favours Eastern Washington Eagles.
Venue
- Dahlberg ArenaMissoula, MT
- Attendance2699
- OfficialsTrent Lovewell, Wilson Holland, Ben Cartmell
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