Eastern Washington Edges Montana in Close Contest
Saturday, January 10, 2026, 5:00 PM ET · Reese Court
Eastern Washington Eagles 66, Montana Grizzlies 65, 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 Montana Grizzlies vs Eastern Washington Eagles?
Eastern Washington Eagles beat Montana Grizzlies 66-65 at Reese Court on January 10, 2026.
Who was favored in Montana Grizzlies vs Eastern Washington Eagles?
Eastern Washington Eagles were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -125 (about 56% implied). The favorite won.
In a thrilling matchup at Reese Court, the Eastern Washington Eagles narrowly defeated the Montana Grizzlies with a final score of 66-65. This game was particularly significant for Eastern Washington, as they were looking to break a six-game losing streak and improve their overall record, which now stands at 4-13. Meanwhile, the Grizzlies, who entered the game with a record of 9-8, were on a three-game winning streak and aimed to continue their momentum.
The Eagles have struggled in recent outings, holding a home record of 3-13 and a dismal 1-9 in their last ten games. Their recent form has seen them average 76.4 points scored while allowing 85.8 points per game. In their last five games, they averaged 73.2 points scored and 88.0 points allowed, reflecting their defensive vulnerabilities. In contrast, the Grizzlies have been more competitive, with a 5-5 record in their last ten games. They have averaged 77.7 points scored and allowed 75.7 points, showcasing a more balanced performance.
When looking at their home and away records, Eastern Washington has struggled at home with a record of 1-3 in their last four games. Montana has had a slightly better away record, sitting at 2-1 in their last three games. This context made the matchup intriguing, as the Eagles sought to leverage their home court advantage.
The two teams have met previously in the 2025 season, with Montana winning both encounters. In their last meeting on March 4, 2025, the Grizzlies triumphed 83-72, and earlier in the season, they defeated Eastern Washington 92-81. This history added an extra layer of pressure on the Eagles to perform well against a team that had consistently bested them.
In terms of injuries, the block does not specify any key players missing from either side, which meant both teams were likely at full strength for this critical matchup. The betting market reflected a close contest, with DraftKings setting the spread at EWU -1.5 and the total at 161.5. The moneyline odds showed Eastern Washington at -125.0 and Montana at 105.0, indicating a slight favoritism towards the Eagles.
The game was played under standard conditions for basketball, with both teams looking to capitalize on their respective strengths. Viewers were treated to a competitive atmosphere as the Eagles fought hard to secure the win. The scoring plays showcased a back-and-forth battle, particularly in the second half, where Eastern Washington made a late surge to clinch the victory. Key moments included Alton Hamilton IV's crucial free throws that ultimately tipped the score in favor of the Eagles.
Overall, this matchup served as a pivotal moment for Eastern Washington, giving them a much-needed win to build on as they continue their season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | EWU -1.5 | 161.5 o -112 / u -108 | Montana Grizzlies +105 · Eastern Washington Eagles -125 |
Leaders
- PointsIsaiah Moses20Eastern Washington Eagles
- AssistsIsaiah Moses5Eastern Washington Eagles
- ReboundsStraton Rogers7Eastern Washington Eagles
- PointsMoney Williams18Montana Grizzlies
- AssistsMoney Williams4Montana Grizzlies
- ReboundsMoney Williams7Montana Grizzlies
Recent form
Eastern Washington Eagles
Last 10: 1-9Streak L676.4 scored · 85.8 allowed per game1-3 at home
- L64-68vs Montana State BobcatsJan 9
- L81-84at Idaho VandalsJan 3
- L81-109at BYU CougarsDec 23
- L77-101at Utah UtesDec 21
- L63-78vs Washington State CougarsDec 18
- L83-88vs California Baptist LancersDec 13
- W90-66vs Kansas City RoosDec 6
- L89-93at Denver PioneersDec 4
- L71-79at North Texas Mean GreenNov 26
- L65-92at Central Arkansas BearsNov 23
Montana Grizzlies
Last 10: 5-5Streak W377.7 scored · 75.7 allowed per game2-1 away
- W79-73at Idaho VandalsJan 9
- W88-79vs Northern Colorado BearsJan 3
- W78-64vs Northern Arizona LumberjacksJan 1
- L54-94at Louisville CardinalsDec 20
- L75-82vs Montana Tech OrediggersDec 18
- W102-46vs Salish Kootenai BisonDec 11
- W79-75at North Dakota Fighting HawksDec 7
- L72-81vs North Dakota State BisonDec 4
- L87-95vs Oakland Golden GrizzliesNov 26
- L63-68vs Lamar CardinalsNov 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 | Montana Grizzlies | Eastern Washington Eagles |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 24-52 | 25-56 |
| Field goal % | 46 | 45 |
| Three-pointers | 2-14 | 9-21 |
| Three-point % | 14 | 43 |
| Free throws | 15-18 | 7-7 |
| Free throw % | 83 | 100 |
| Rebounds | 33 | 26 |
| Offensive rebounds | 9 | 5 |
| Defensive rebounds | 24 | 21 |
| Assists | 14 | 15 |
| Steals | 6 | 6 |
| Blocks | 3 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 12 | 9 |
| Team turnovers | 2 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 10 | 4 |
| Fast-break points | 8 | 3 |
| Points in the paint | 40 | 28 |
| Fouls | 12 | 15 |
| Largest lead | 9 | 4 |
| Lead changes | 11 | 11 |
| Time in front | 68 | 22 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half33-28Isaiah Moses makes 26-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half33-31Isaiah Moses makes 25-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half35-31Tyler Isaak makes layup (Tyler Thompson assists)
- 2nd Half35-33Alton Hamilton IV makes layup (Isaiah Moses assists)
- 2nd Half35-34Elijah Thomas makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half35-35Elijah Thomas makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half37-35Kenyon Aguino makes layup (Money Williams assists)
- 2nd Half37-37Alton Hamilton IV makes layup
- 2nd Half37-40Emmett Marquardt makes 25-foot three point jumper (Isaiah Moses assists)
- 2nd Half39-40Kenyon Aguino makes layup (Te'Jon Sawyer assists)
- 2nd Half39-43Emmett Marquardt makes 23-foot three point jumper (Isaiah Moses assists)
- 2nd Half40-43Tyler Thompson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half41-43Tyler Thompson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half43-43Te'Jon Sawyer makes layup (Tyler Thompson assists)
- 2nd Half43-46Johnny Radford makes 23-foot three point jumper (Straton Rogers assists)
- 2nd Half45-46Te'Jon Sawyer makes layup (Money Williams assists)
- 2nd Half45-48Alton Hamilton IV makes layup
- 2nd Half47-48Money Williams makes driving layup
- 2nd Half48-48Money Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half49-48Money Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half51-48Money Williams makes layup
- 2nd Half51-50Kiree Huie makes layup (Emmett Marquardt assists)
- 2nd Half53-50Tyler Isaak makes layup (Brooklyn Hicks assists)
- 2nd Half55-50Brooklyn Hicks makes layup (Money Williams assists)
- 2nd Half57-50Brooklyn Hicks makes driving layup
- 2nd Half58-50Brooklyn Hicks makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half59-50Brooklyn Hicks makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half59-52Emmett Marquardt makes layup (Straton Rogers assists)
- 2nd Half59-53Emmett Marquardt makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half61-53Money Williams makes layup
- 2nd Half61-55Straton Rogers makes 6-foot jumper
- 2nd Half62-55Money Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half63-55Money Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half63-57Isaiah Moses makes 19-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half65-57Te'Jon Sawyer makes layup (Money Williams assists)
- 2nd Half65-59Kiree Huie makes 3-foot dunk (Jojo Anderson assists)
- 2nd Half65-62Isaiah Moses makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jojo Anderson assists)
- 2nd Half65-64Alton Hamilton IV makes layup
- 2nd Half65-65Alton Hamilton IV makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half65-66Alton Hamilton IV makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Eastern Washington Eagles, below favours Montana Grizzlies.
Venue
- Reese CourtCheney, WA
- Attendance2343
- OfficialsAlexander Thompson, Matt Rafferty, Hayden Hilty
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