Montana State Defeats Idaho State 74-62 at Home
Thursday, January 22, 2026, 9:00 PM ET · Worthington Arena
Montana State Bobcats 74, Idaho State Bengals 62, 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 Idaho State Bengals vs Montana State Bobcats?
Montana State Bobcats beat Idaho State Bengals 74-62 at Worthington Arena on January 22, 2026.
Who was favored in Idaho State Bengals vs Montana State Bobcats?
Montana State Bobcats were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -238 (about 70% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup, the Montana State Bobcats secured a 74-62 victory over the Idaho State Bengals at Worthington Arena. This win not only extends Montana State's home dominance but also showcases their strong recent form, having won their last two games and achieving a 7-3 record over their last ten outings. The Bobcats averaged 77.3 points scored while allowing 70.7 points during this stretch, indicating a solid offensive and defensive balance.
Montana State's recent games include a notable win against the Northern Colorado Bears, where they triumphed 73-68 on January 20, and a home victory against the Montana Grizzlies, finishing 76-67 on January 18. Their home record stands impressively at 4-0 in their last four games, emphasizing their effectiveness on their home court.
On the other side, the Idaho State Bengals have struggled lately, with a record of 5-5 in their last ten games and currently on a one-game losing streak. They scored an average of 80.4 points while allowing 80.2 points during this period, reflecting a defensive vulnerability. Their recent performance includes a loss to the Eastern Washington Eagles, where they fell 66-84 on January 17, and a win against the Idaho Vandals, 76-68, on January 16.
Historically, Montana State has had the upper hand in their recent meetings with Idaho State, leading the head-to-head record 2-1. Their last encounter was on March 10, 2025, where Montana State won decisively 80-60. The Bobcats also secured a close victory earlier in the 2025 season, winning 74-69 at home on February 16.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details, but the performance of both teams could be influenced by player availability, especially in the context of their recent form.
The betting market, as reported by DraftKings, had Montana State favored by 5.5 points, with a total set at 144.5. The odds reflected a strong belief in Montana State's ability to maintain their home advantage, with a moneyline of -238 for the Bobcats and +195 for the Bengals.
The game conditions were conducive for a competitive matchup, and viewers could expect to see a high-paced game given both teams' scoring capabilities. Key moments included critical three-point shots from Jed Miller and Patrick McMahon, which helped Montana State extend their lead in the second half.
Overall, the victory not only highlights Montana State's strength at home but also raises questions about Idaho State's defensive strategies moving forward.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | MTST -5.5 | 144.5 o -105 / u -115 | Idaho State Bengals +195 · Montana State Bobcats -238 |
Leaders
- PointsJed Miller20Montana State Bobcats
- AssistsJed Miller4Montana State Bobcats
- ReboundsPatrick McMahon9Montana State Bobcats
- PointsGus Etchison20Idaho State Bengals
- AssistsGus Etchison5Idaho State Bengals
- ReboundsCaleb Van De Griend10Idaho State Bengals
Recent form
Montana State Bobcats
Last 10: 7-3Streak W277.3 scored · 70.7 allowed per game4-0 at home
- W73-68at Northern Colorado BearsJan 20
- W76-67vs Montana GrizzliesJan 18
- L89-92at Idaho VandalsJan 10
- W68-64at Eastern Washington EaglesJan 9
- W77-68vs Northern Arizona LumberjacksJan 4
- W89-75vs Northern Colorado BearsJan 2
- W93-54vs Northwest University EaglesDec 22
- W83-80at Cal Poly MustangsDec 17
- L57-67at Oregon State BeaversDec 13
- L68-72at Oral Roberts Golden EaglesDec 7
Idaho State Bengals
Last 10: 5-5Streak L180.4 scored · 80.2 allowed per game1-2 away
- L66-84vs Eastern Washington EaglesJan 17
- W76-68vs Idaho VandalsJan 16
- W81-79at Northern Arizona LumberjacksJan 11
- L72-85at Northern Colorado BearsJan 9
- L87-93vs Portland State VikingsJan 3
- W97-84vs Sacramento State HornetsJan 2
- L83-93vs UC Davis AggiesDec 21
- W80-64vs Montana Western BulldogsDec 19
- L69-73at Utah Valley WolverinesDec 11
- W93-79vs Denver PioneersDec 6
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 | Idaho State Bengals | Montana State Bobcats |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 22-54 | 28-64 |
| Field goal % | 41 | 44 |
| Three-pointers | 7-25 | 11-27 |
| Three-point % | 28 | 41 |
| Free throws | 11-18 | 7-10 |
| Free throw % | 61 | 70 |
| Rebounds | 32 | 32 |
| Offensive rebounds | 9 | 12 |
| Defensive rebounds | 23 | 20 |
| Assists | 9 | 11 |
| Steals | 3 | 5 |
| Blocks | 4 | 1 |
| Turnovers | 9 | 6 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 7 | 13 |
| Fast-break points | 7 | 13 |
| Points in the paint | 30 | 28 |
| Fouls | 18 | 17 |
| Largest lead | 3 | 15 |
| Lead changes | 3 | 3 |
| Time in front | 4 | 85 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half30-32Jamison Guerra makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 1st Half31-32Cheikh Sow makes free throw 1 of 2
- 1st Half32-32Cheikh Sow makes free throw 2 of 2
- 1st Half34-32Gus Etchison makes driving layup
- 1st Half34-33Christian King makes free throw 1 of 2
- 1st Half34-34Christian King makes free throw 2 of 2
- 1st Half34-36Jed Miller makes 12-foot floating jump shot
- 1st Half34-37Jed Miller makes free throw 1 of 2
- 1st Half34-38Jed Miller makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half36-38Evan Otten makes layup (Connor Hollenbeck assists)
- 2nd Half38-38Jamison Guerra makes 7-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half38-40Patrick McMahon makes layup
- 2nd Half38-42Davian Brown makes layup
- 2nd Half39-42Caleb Van De Griend makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half40-42Caleb Van De Griend makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half40-45Jed Miller makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half41-45Lachlan Brewer makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half41-47Patrick McMahon makes driving layup
- 2nd Half44-47Jamison Guerra makes 25-foot three point jumper (Caleb Van De Griend assists)
- 2nd Half44-49Patrick McMahon makes 10-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half44-51Patrick McMahon makes 8-foot jumper
- 2nd Half46-51Cheikh Sow makes layup (Gus Etchison assists)
- 2nd Half46-54Christian King makes 23-foot three point jumper (Seth Amunrud assists)
- 2nd Half46-57Howie Keene makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half46-59Christian King makes layup
- 2nd Half48-59Evan Otten makes 6-foot dunk (Gus Etchison assists)
- 2nd Half51-59Martin Kheil makes 25-foot three point jumper (Gus Etchison assists)
- 2nd Half53-59Connor Hollenbeck makes layup (Gus Etchison assists)
- 2nd Half54-59Connor Hollenbeck makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half54-62Jed Miller makes 23-foot three point jumper (Davian Brown assists)
- 2nd Half56-62Gus Etchison makes driving layup
- 2nd Half56-64Davian Brown makes driving layup
- 2nd Half56-65Jed Miller makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half56-66Jed Miller makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half58-66Gus Etchison makes layup
- 2nd Half58-69Davian Brown makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jed Miller assists)
- 2nd Half58-71Patrick McMahon makes 16-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half59-71Gus Etchison makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half59-74Jed Miller makes 26-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half62-74Gus Etchison makes 25-foot three point jumper
Win probability
Above the line favours Montana State Bobcats, below favours Idaho State Bengals.
Venue
- Worthington ArenaBozeman, MT
- Attendance2885
- OfficialsRyan Holmes, D.G. Nelson, Chance Wallesen
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