Idaho State Edges Northern Arizona in Close Contest
Saturday, January 10, 2026, 8:00 PM ET · J. Lawrence Walkup Skydome
Idaho State Bengals 81, Northern Arizona Lumberjacks 79, 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 Northern Arizona Lumberjacks?
Idaho State Bengals beat Northern Arizona Lumberjacks 81-79 at J. Lawrence Walkup Skydome on January 10, 2026.
Who was favored in Idaho State Bengals vs Northern Arizona Lumberjacks?
Idaho State Bengals were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -205 (about 67% implied). The favorite won.
In a tightly contested matchup, the Idaho State Bengals narrowly defeated the Northern Arizona Lumberjacks with a final score of 81-79. This game showcased the competitive nature of both teams, particularly as they faced off in the J. Lawrence Walkup Skydome, where home-court advantage was at stake for Northern Arizona.
Idaho State entered the game with a record of 9-8, while Northern Arizona had a record of 6-11. The Bengals have had a mixed performance recently, going 5-5 in their last ten games, but they were on a two-game losing streak heading into this fixture. Their scoring average over the last ten games stood at 81.2 points per game, while they allowed an average of 76.4 points. Conversely, Northern Arizona struggled with a record of 2-8 in their last ten outings, including a three-game losing streak. They averaged 68.7 points scored and 73.5 points allowed during this stretch.
At home, Northern Arizona had a record of 2-2, while they struggled significantly on the road with an 0-6 record. Idaho State's away record was 1-2, indicating they have faced challenges in hostile environments as well. The previous meetings between these two teams were evenly matched, with each team winning one game in the 2025 season. Idaho State won their last encounter on March 4, 2025, with a score of 82-79, while Northern Arizona had previously defeated Idaho State 67-72 on January 3, 2025.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details that could have impacted either team's performance in this game. However, the stakes were high as both teams aimed to improve their standings in the league. The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had Idaho State favored by 4.5 points, with a total set at 139.5. The odds indicated that Idaho State had a moneyline of -205, while Northern Arizona's moneyline was at +170.
The game unfolded with a series of scoring plays that kept fans on the edge of their seats. Key moments included free throws made by Martin Kheil and Karl Poom, which pushed Idaho State's score to 77-74 in the second half. Caleb Van De Griend then extended the lead with a layup assisted by Jamison Guerra, bringing the score to 79-75. Northern Arizona fought back, with Traivar Jackson making crucial free throws to narrow the gap. However, Connor Hollenbeck secured the win for Idaho State with a 13-foot jumper, bringing the score to 81-77.
As the game concluded, Northern Arizona's Isaiah Shaw made two free throws, but it was not enough to overcome Idaho State's lead, resulting in a final score of 81-79. The outcome of this game reflects the ongoing battle for supremacy in the league, with both teams showing resilience and determination throughout the contest.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | IDST -4.5 | 139.5 o -108 / u -112 | Idaho State Bengals -205 · Northern Arizona Lumberjacks +170 |
Leaders
- PointsKarl Poom22Northern Arizona Lumberjacks
- AssistsBrennan Peterson8Northern Arizona Lumberjacks
- ReboundsRyan Abelman7Northern Arizona Lumberjacks
- PointsJamison Guerra22Idaho State Bengals
- AssistsJamison Guerra6Idaho State Bengals
- ReboundsConnor Hollenbeck8Idaho State Bengals
Recent form
Northern Arizona Lumberjacks
Last 10: 2-8Streak L368.7 scored · 73.5 allowed per game2-2 at home
- L65-78vs Weber State WildcatsJan 9
- L68-77at Montana State BobcatsJan 4
- L64-78at Montana GrizzliesJan 1
- W112-60vs Benedictine Mesa RedhawksDec 30
- L66-90at Incarnate Word CardinalsDec 21
- W65-57vs Southern Utah ThunderbirdsDec 19
- L69-78at San Diego TorerosDec 13
- L48-73at Arizona State Sun DevilsDec 10
- L68-69at North Dakota State BisonDec 7
- L62-75vs South Dakota State JackrabbitsDec 4
Idaho State Bengals
Last 10: 5-5Streak L281.2 scored · 76.4 allowed per game1-2 away
- 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
- W68-59at Kansas City RoosDec 4
- W82-50vs Cal State Northridge MatadorsNov 28
- L81-84vs Sam Houston BearkatsNov 26
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 | Northern Arizona Lumberjacks |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 29-52 | 27-52 |
| Field goal % | 56 | 52 |
| Three-pointers | 6-17 | 5-14 |
| Three-point % | 35 | 36 |
| Free throws | 17-21 | 20-26 |
| Free throw % | 81 | 77 |
| Rebounds | 30 | 24 |
| Offensive rebounds | 12 | 11 |
| Defensive rebounds | 18 | 13 |
| Assists | 10 | 14 |
| Steals | 4 | 8 |
| Blocks | 4 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 14 | 11 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 19 | 17 |
| Fast-break points | 2 | 4 |
| Points in the paint | 44 | 40 |
| Fouls | 20 | 21 |
| Largest lead | 12 | 4 |
| Lead changes | 14 | 14 |
| Time in front | 60 | 39 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half49-52Arne Osojnik makes layup
- 2nd Half51-52Jamison Guerra makes 8-foot jumper
- 2nd Half51-54Kavon Bradford makes layup
- 2nd Half53-54Connor Hollenbeck makes layup
- 2nd Half53-57Chris Komin makes 23-foot three point jumper (Brennan Peterson assists)
- 2nd Half55-57Jamison Guerra makes layup
- 2nd Half57-57Gus Etchison makes 22-foot jumper
- 2nd Half57-59Ryan Abelman makes 19-foot jumper
- 2nd Half60-59Gus Etchison makes 24-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half60-60Arne Osojnik makes free throw 1 of 3
- 2nd Half60-61Arne Osojnik makes free throw 2 of 3
- 2nd Half60-62Arne Osojnik makes free throw 3 of 3
- 2nd Half60-64Arne Osojnik makes layup (Ryan Abelman assists)
- 2nd Half62-64Gus Etchison makes layup
- 2nd Half63-64Gus Etchison makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half63-66Arne Osojnik makes layup
- 2nd Half65-66Jamison Guerra makes layup
- 2nd Half65-67Traivar Jackson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half65-68Traivar Jackson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half66-68Jamison Guerra makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half67-68Jamison Guerra makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half69-68Martin Kheil makes layup (Lachlan Brewer assists)
- 2nd Half69-69Karl Poom makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half69-70Karl Poom makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half71-70Martin Kheil makes layup
- 2nd Half71-72Ryan Abelman makes layup
- 2nd Half72-72Cheikh Sow makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half73-72Cheikh Sow makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half75-72Connor Hollenbeck makes layup
- 2nd Half75-73Chris Komin makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half75-74Chris Komin makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half76-74Martin Kheil makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half77-74Martin Kheil makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half77-75Karl Poom makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half79-75Caleb Van De Griend makes layup (Jamison Guerra assists)
- 2nd Half79-76Traivar Jackson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half79-77Traivar Jackson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half81-77Connor Hollenbeck makes 13-foot jumper (Jamison Guerra assists)
- 2nd Half81-78Isaiah Shaw makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half81-79Isaiah Shaw makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Northern Arizona Lumberjacks, below favours Idaho State Bengals.
Venue
- J. Lawrence Walkup SkydomeFlagstaff, AZ
- Attendance642
- OfficialsGlen Mayberry, Mark Fulton, Michael Kashirsky
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