NCAAB · Final

Montana State Defeats Idaho in Close Contest

Thursday, February 5, 2026, 9:00 PM ET · Worthington Arena

Montana State Bobcats 73, Idaho Vandals 66, 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 Vandals vs Montana State Bobcats?

Montana State Bobcats beat Idaho Vandals 73-66 at Worthington Arena on February 5, 2026.

Who was favored in Idaho Vandals vs Montana State Bobcats?

Montana State Bobcats were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -142 (about 59% implied). The favorite won.

In a tightly contested matchup, the Montana State Bobcats emerged victorious against the Idaho Vandals, winning 73-66 at Worthington Arena. This game was significant as it marked a critical point in the season for both teams, with Montana State looking to break a two-game losing streak and Idaho aiming to build on their recent success.

Montana State entered the game with a record of 14-10, having won seven of their last ten games but struggling recently with two consecutive losses. Their recent performances saw them averaging 77.1 points scored while allowing 73.0 points. At home, the Bobcats had an impressive record of 5-0 in their last five home games, showcasing their strength at Worthington Arena. In contrast, Idaho, with a record of 13-10, had a mixed performance in their last ten games, going 5-5 but coming off a win against Northern Arizona, which snapped a brief losing streak. The Vandals averaged 76.9 points scored and allowed 75.4 points during this stretch.

In their previous meetings this season, Idaho had bested Montana State 92-89 in a high-scoring affair on January 10, 2026. However, the Bobcats had won their last home game against the Vandals on March 4, 2025, with a score of 75-60. The head-to-head record favored Idaho at 2-1 prior to this game, adding an extra layer of intrigue to the matchup.

In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but both teams were looking to field their strongest lineups. The betting market had Montana State favored by 2.5 points according to DraftKings, which reflected the close nature of the contest. The total points line was set at 147.5, indicating expectations for a competitive scoring environment.

Conditions for the game were typical for a February night in Montana, with the arena filled with enthusiastic fans supporting their teams. As the game progressed, viewers were treated to a display of free-throw shooting that became crucial in the final moments. Key plays included multiple free throws made by players such as Jeremiah Davis and Jed Miller, which helped seal the victory for the Bobcats.

Ultimately, Montana State's ability to execute under pressure and convert from the free-throw line in the closing minutes proved decisive. The Bobcats' win probability was recorded at 1.0, indicating their strong position as the game concluded. This victory not only provided a much-needed boost for Montana State but also showcased their resilience in overcoming recent struggles.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	MTST -2.5	147.5 o -110 / u -110	Idaho Vandals +120 · Montana State Bobcats -142

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Leaders

PointsJed Miller15Montana State Bobcats
AssistsJed Miller2Montana State Bobcats
ReboundsChris Hodges7Montana State Bobcats
PointsKolton Mitchell21Idaho Vandals
AssistsBiko Johnson3Idaho Vandals
ReboundsIsaiah Brickner9Idaho Vandals

Recent form

Montana State Bobcats

Last 10: 7-3Streak L277.1 scored · 73 allowed per game5-0 at home

L54-63at Portland State VikingsJan 31
L80-83at Sacramento State HornetsJan 30
W91-88vs Weber State WildcatsJan 25
W74-62vs Idaho State BengalsJan 23
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

Idaho Vandals

Last 10: 5-5Streak W176.9 scored · 75.4 allowed per game2-3 away

W79-62at Northern Arizona LumberjacksFeb 1
L83-91at Northern Colorado BearsJan 30
L66-69vs Portland State VikingsJan 24
W86-76vs Sacramento State HornetsJan 23
W75-67at Weber State WildcatsJan 18
L68-76at Idaho State BengalsJan 16
W92-89vs Montana State BobcatsJan 10
L73-79vs Montana GrizzliesJan 9
W84-81vs Eastern Washington EaglesJan 3
L63-64at Cal State Bakersfield RoadrunnersDec 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	Idaho Vandals	Montana State Bobcats
Field goals	27-64	22-51
Field goal %	42	43
Three-pointers	4-19	3-11
Three-point %	21	27
Free throws	8-9	26-30
Free throw %	89	87
Rebounds	33	30
Offensive rebounds	7	4
Defensive rebounds	26	26
Assists	7	7
Steals	4	10
Blocks	1	7
Turnovers	14	9
Team turnovers	0	1
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	12	17
Fast-break points	2	9
Points in the paint	44	32
Fouls	19	15
Largest lead	2	17
Lead changes	1	1
Time in front	3	89

How the scoring went

2nd Half30-42Jed Miller makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half30-44Patrick McMahon makes layup
2nd Half32-44Jackson Rasmussen makes layup
2nd Half32-46Chris Hodges makes layup (Jeremiah Davis assists)
2nd Half34-46Isaiah Brickner makes 5-foot floating jump shot
2nd Half36-46Kolton Mitchell makes driving layup
2nd Half36-49Jed Miller makes 23-foot three pointer
2nd Half38-49Kolton Mitchell makes 17-foot jumper
2nd Half40-49Jackson Rasmussen makes layup
2nd Half40-50Patrick McMahon makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half40-51Patrick McMahon makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half40-53Patrick McMahon makes 3-foot dunk
2nd Half43-53Biko Johnson makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jackson Rasmussen assists)
2nd Half43-55Jaden Steppe makes driving layup
2nd Half45-55Seth Joba makes 1-foot dunk (Biko Johnson assists)
2nd Half45-57Seth Amunrud makes layup (Jed Miller assists)
2nd Half45-58Jed Miller makes free throw 2 of 3
2nd Half45-59Jed Miller makes free throw 3 of 3
2nd Half48-59Jack Payne makes 24-foot three point jumper (Kolton Mitchell assists)
2nd Half48-61Seth Amunrud makes layup
2nd Half50-61Kolton Mitchell makes layup
2nd Half50-63Seth Amunrud makes 7-foot floating jump shot
2nd Half52-63Brody Rowbury makes layup
2nd Half53-63Brody Rowbury makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half54-63Biko Johnson makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half55-63Biko Johnson makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half55-65Seth Amunrud makes 8-foot floating jump shot
2nd Half57-65Isaiah Brickner makes 11-foot turnaround jump shot
2nd Half59-65Biko Johnson makes driving layup
2nd Half59-67Christian King makes 12-foot step back jumpshot
2nd Half62-67Seth Joba makes 24-foot three point jumper (Biko Johnson assists)
2nd Half64-67Isaiah Brickner makes layup
2nd Half64-68Jeremiah Davis makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half64-69Jeremiah Davis makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half65-69Kolton Mitchell makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half66-69Kolton Mitchell makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half66-70Jed Miller makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half66-71Jed Miller makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half66-72Jed Miller makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half66-73Jed Miller makes free throw 2 of 2