Northern Colorado Bears Defeat Idaho State Bengals 69-61
Saturday, February 7, 2026, 6:00 PM ET · Reed Gym
Northern Colorado Bears 69, Idaho State Bengals 61, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Northern Colorado Bears vs Idaho State Bengals?
Northern Colorado Bears beat Idaho State Bengals 69-61 at Reed Gym on February 7, 2026.
Who was favored in Northern Colorado Bears vs Idaho State Bengals?
Northern Colorado Bears were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -135 (about 57% implied). The favorite won.
In a tightly contested matchup at Reed Gym, the Northern Colorado Bears secured a 69-61 victory over the Idaho State Bengals. This win marks Northern Colorado's third consecutive victory, improving their overall record to 16-10, while Idaho State falls to 10-16. The Bears have shown resilience in their recent games, winning four of their last ten, with an average of 79.5 points scored and 78.7 points allowed during that stretch. In contrast, the Bengals have struggled significantly, losing eight of their last ten games, averaging 72.1 points scored and allowing 80.0 points per game.
The Bears entered the game with a slight edge in the betting market, favored by 2.5 points according to DraftKings, with a total set at 150.5. The odds reflected Northern Colorado's recent form and their success against Idaho State in previous meetings. Historically, the Bengals have not fared well against the Bears, losing all three of their most recent encounters, including a previous matchup earlier this season where they fell 72-85 on January 9, 2026.
In this latest clash, the Bears capitalized on their scoring opportunities, particularly in the second half, where they maintained a lead that the Bengals could not overcome. Key moments included a 24-foot three-point jumper from Lachlan Brewer, which helped extend Northern Colorado's lead, and a series of free throws that sealed the game in the closing moments. The Bengals attempted to rally with scoring plays from Jamison Guerra, who made a pair of free throws, but it was not enough to close the gap.
Idaho State's recent form has been troubling, with a six-game losing streak that has significantly impacted their season. Their last victory came against the Idaho Vandals on January 16, 2026, and since then, they have struggled to find their rhythm, particularly on the defensive end. In their last five games, they have averaged just 67.8 points while allowing 78.2 points per game, underscoring their difficulties in both scoring and defense.
The Bears, on the other hand, have shown signs of improvement, particularly with their recent scoring output. Over their last five games, they have averaged 79.6 points while allowing 76.4 points, indicating a more balanced offensive and defensive approach. Their ability to score efficiently has been a key factor in their recent success, as they look to build momentum heading into the latter part of the season.
The game was played under typical basketball conditions, with both teams facing the usual pressures of conference play. The atmosphere at Reed Gym was charged, with fans supporting their respective teams, adding to the competitive spirit of the matchup. As the season progresses, both teams will look to refine their strategies, with Northern Colorado aiming to continue their winning streak and Idaho State seeking to break free from their current slump.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | UNCO -2.5 | 150.5 o -115 / u -105 | Northern Colorado Bears -135 · Idaho State Bengals +114 |
Leaders
- PointsCaleb Van De Griend13Idaho State Bengals
- AssistsJamison Guerra4Idaho State Bengals
- ReboundsCaleb Van De Griend12Idaho State Bengals
- PointsBrock Wisne17Northern Colorado Bears
- AssistsQuinn Denker4Northern Colorado Bears
- ReboundsBrock Wisne8Northern Colorado Bears
Recent form
Idaho State Bengals
Last 10: 2-8Streak L672.1 scored · 80 allowed per game1-3 at home
- L73-79vs Northern Arizona LumberjacksFeb 6
- L65-88at Portland State VikingsFeb 3
- L79-81at Weber State WildcatsJan 31
- L60-69at Montana GrizzliesJan 24
- L62-74at Montana State BobcatsJan 23
- 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
Northern Colorado Bears
Last 10: 4-6Streak W379.5 scored · 78.7 allowed per game1-4 away
- W88-74at Weber State WildcatsFeb 6
- W74-71vs Eastern Washington EaglesJan 31
- W91-83vs Idaho VandalsJan 30
- L77-81at Northern Arizona LumberjacksJan 25
- L68-73vs Montana State BobcatsJan 20
- L89-93at Sacramento State HornetsJan 18
- L73-76at Portland State VikingsJan 16
- L71-76vs Weber State WildcatsJan 11
- W85-72vs Idaho State BengalsJan 9
- L79-88at Montana GrizzliesJan 3
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 | Northern Colorado Bears | Idaho State Bengals |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 28-54 | 22-59 |
| Field goal % | 52 | 37 |
| Three-pointers | 6-17 | 6-19 |
| Three-point % | 35 | 32 |
| Free throws | 7-8 | 11-16 |
| Free throw % | 88 | 69 |
| Rebounds | 35 | 29 |
| Offensive rebounds | 6 | 9 |
| Defensive rebounds | 29 | 20 |
| Assists | 9 | 10 |
| Steals | 3 | 7 |
| Blocks | 6 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 13 | 7 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 2 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 10 | 13 |
| Fast-break points | 7 | 4 |
| Points in the paint | 44 | 30 |
| Fouls | 14 | 13 |
| Largest lead | 12 | 5 |
| Lead changes | 18 | 18 |
| Time in front | 68 | 24 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half26-26Evan Otten makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 1st Half26-28Caleb Van De Griend makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 1st Half29-28Ibu Yamazaki makes 23-foot three point jumper (Quinn Denker assists)
- 1st Half31-28Ring Nyeri makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 1st Half34-28Ring Nyeri makes 24-foot three point jumper (Zach Bloch assists)
- 1st Half34-30Gus Etchison makes driving layup
- 1st Half34-31Gus Etchison makes free throw 1 of 1
- 1st Half36-31Egan Shields makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 1st Half36-34Jamison Guerra makes 24-foot three pointer
- 2nd Half36-37Jamison Guerra makes 24-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half38-37Brock Wisne makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half38-39Caleb Van De Griend makes layup (Jamison Guerra assists)
- 2nd Half38-41Caleb Van De Griend makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half38-43Lachlan Brewer makes 9-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half41-43Quinn Denker makes 23-foot three point jumper (Brock Wisne assists)
- 2nd Half41-44Caleb Van De Griend makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half43-44Vincent Delano makes 11-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half45-44Vincent Delano makes driving layup
- 2nd Half48-44Ring Nyeri makes 23-foot three point jumper (Vincent Delano assists)
- 2nd Half50-44Quinn Denker makes 5-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half50-45Caleb Van De Griend makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half50-46Caleb Van De Griend makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half52-46Quinn Denker makes driving layup
- 2nd Half54-46Ring Nyeri makes layup (Vincent Delano assists)
- 2nd Half54-48Connor Hollenbeck makes driving layup (Jamison Guerra assists)
- 2nd Half54-50Evan Otten makes 2-foot dunk (Jamison Guerra assists)
- 2nd Half56-50Brock Wisne makes 4-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half56-52Connor Hollenbeck makes 14-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half59-52Brock Wisne makes 24-foot three point jumper (Quinn Denker assists)
- 2nd Half61-52Brock Wisne makes driving layup
- 2nd Half64-52Zach Bloch makes 23-foot three point jumper (Vincent Delano assists)
- 2nd Half64-53Connor Hollenbeck makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half64-54Connor Hollenbeck makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half64-56Caleb Van De Griend makes 2-foot dunk (Martin Kheil assists)
- 2nd Half64-59Lachlan Brewer makes 24-foot three point jumper (Gus Etchison assists)
- 2nd Half66-59Brock Wisne makes layup
- 2nd Half68-59Egan Shields makes layup (Quinn Denker assists)
- 2nd Half69-59Quinn Denker makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half69-60Jamison Guerra makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half69-61Jamison Guerra makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Idaho State Bengals, below favours Northern Colorado Bears.
Venue
- Reed GymPocatello, ID
- Attendance1215
- OfficialsMark Cook, Eric Boyce, Wacey Lym
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