Northern Colorado Bears Defeat Weber State Wildcats 88-74
Thursday, February 5, 2026, 9:00 PM ET · Dee Events Center
Northern Colorado Bears 88, Weber State Wildcats 74, 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 Weber State Wildcats?
Northern Colorado Bears beat Weber State Wildcats 88-74 at Dee Events Center on February 5, 2026.
Who was favored in Northern Colorado Bears vs Weber State Wildcats?
Northern Colorado Bears were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -122 (about 55% implied). The favorite won.
The Northern Colorado Bears secured a decisive 88-74 victory over the Weber State Wildcats at the Dee Events Center, continuing their recent upward trend. This matchup was particularly significant as it showcased the Bears' resilience, having won their last two games, while the Wildcats were coming off a loss in their previous outing against Sacramento State.
Weber State's record now stands at 11-13, while Northern Colorado improves to 14-10. The Wildcats have shown a mixed performance in their last ten games, recording a 5-5 record, but they have struggled recently, losing their last game and averaging 82.1 points scored while allowing 82.3 points per game. In contrast, the Bears have faced challenges as well, with a 3-7 record in their last ten games, but their recent form shows promise with a scoring average of 78.2 points and an average of 80.2 points allowed.
At home, Weber State has a record of 3-2 in their last five games, while Northern Colorado has struggled on the road, holding an away record of 0-5. This home advantage was expected to play a role, but the Bears managed to overcome it effectively. The previous meeting between these two teams on January 11, 2026, saw Weber State triumph with a score of 76-71, but the Bears flipped the script this time around.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific information regarding player availability, but both teams have had their share of ups and downs throughout the season. The market had Northern Colorado favored by 1.5 points according to DraftKings, with a total set at 162.5. The odds reflected a competitive matchup, but the Bears' recent form and their ability to execute under pressure proved decisive.
The game conditions were standard for a college basketball matchup, with both teams showcasing their offensive capabilities. The scoring plays highlighted the Bears' ability to maintain control in the second half, with key contributions from players like Quinn Denker, who made crucial layups and free throws to extend their lead. The final moments of the game saw Northern Colorado effectively manage the clock and secure their victory, underscoring their improved performance as they head deeper into the season.
Overall, this game was a testament to Northern Colorado's growth and adaptability, while Weber State will need to regroup and address their defensive lapses as they look to bounce back in their upcoming fixtures.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | UNCO -1.5 | 162.5 o -108 / u -112 | Northern Colorado Bears -122 · Weber State Wildcats +102 |
Leaders
- PointsTijan Saine Jr.24Weber State Wildcats
- AssistsTijan Saine Jr.3Weber State Wildcats
- ReboundsEdwin Suarez Jr.12Weber State Wildcats
- PointsQuinn Denker31Northern Colorado Bears
- AssistsQuinn Denker9Northern Colorado Bears
- ReboundsBrock Wisne9Northern Colorado Bears
Recent form
Weber State Wildcats
Last 10: 5-5Streak L182.1 scored · 82.3 allowed per game3-2 at home
- L90-104at Sacramento State HornetsFeb 3
- W81-79vs Idaho State BengalsJan 31
- L88-91at Montana State BobcatsJan 25
- L65-81at Montana GrizzliesJan 23
- L67-75vs Idaho VandalsJan 18
- W91-80vs Eastern Washington EaglesJan 16
- W76-71at Northern Colorado BearsJan 11
- W78-65at Northern Arizona LumberjacksJan 9
- W95-82vs Sacramento State HornetsJan 4
- L90-95vs Portland State VikingsJan 1
Northern Colorado Bears
Last 10: 3-7Streak W278.2 scored · 80.2 allowed per game0-5 away
- 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
- L75-89at Montana State BobcatsJan 2
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 | Weber State Wildcats |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 35-59 | 26-63 |
| Field goal % | 59 | 41 |
| Three-pointers | 11-24 | 2-17 |
| Three-point % | 46 | 12 |
| Free throws | 7-10 | 20-24 |
| Free throw % | 70 | 83 |
| Rebounds | 34 | 31 |
| Offensive rebounds | 6 | 12 |
| Defensive rebounds | 28 | 19 |
| Assists | 20 | 8 |
| Steals | 3 | 6 |
| Blocks | 7 | 0 |
| Turnovers | 9 | 6 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 7 | 8 |
| Fast-break points | 9 | 10 |
| Points in the paint | 46 | 42 |
| Fouls | 18 | 12 |
| Largest lead | 19 | 1 |
| Lead changes | 2 | 2 |
| Time in front | 95 | 4 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half52-41Nigel Burris makes layup
- 2nd Half55-41Quinn Denker makes 25-foot three point jumper (Brock Wisne assists)
- 2nd Half55-43Nigel Burris makes layup
- 2nd Half55-45Tijan Saine Jr. makes 19-foot jumper
- 2nd Half58-45Ibu Yamazaki makes 23-foot three point jumper (Quinn Denker assists)
- 2nd Half58-46Tijan Saine Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half58-47Tijan Saine Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half60-47Brock Wisne makes layup (Quinn Denker assists)
- 2nd Half62-47Quinn Denker makes 12-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half62-50Viljami Vartiainen makes 24-foot three point jumper (ArDarius Grayson assists)
- 2nd Half64-50Quinn Denker makes 14-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half64-52Edwin Suarez Jr. makes layup
- 2nd Half67-52Ibu Yamazaki makes 25-foot three point jumper (Quinn Denker assists)
- 2nd Half67-54Edwin Suarez Jr. makes layup
- 2nd Half67-55Viljami Vartiainen makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half67-56Viljami Vartiainen makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half68-56Brock Wisne makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half69-56Brock Wisne makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half69-57Tijan Saine Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half69-58Tijan Saine Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half71-58Ring Nyeri makes 12-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half71-60Malek Gomma makes 1-foot dunk (Tijan Saine Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half73-60Brock Wisne makes 5-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half73-63Viljami Vartiainen makes 25-foot three point jumper (Edwin Suarez Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half76-63Zach Bloch makes 25-foot three point jumper (Quinn Denker assists)
- 2nd Half76-65Nigel Burris makes layup
- 2nd Half78-65Brock Wisne makes layup
- 2nd Half78-67Viljami Vartiainen makes 8-foot pullup jump shot (Tijan Saine Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half80-67Ring Nyeri makes 1-foot dunk (Quinn Denker assists)
- 2nd Half80-69Declan Cutler makes layup (Edwin Suarez Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half82-69Ring Nyeri makes 1-foot dunk (Brock Wisne assists)
- 2nd Half82-70Nigel Burris makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half82-71Nigel Burris makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half84-71Quinn Denker makes layup
- 2nd Half84-72Edwin Suarez Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half85-72Quinn Denker makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half86-72Quinn Denker makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half86-73Tijan Saine Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half86-74Tijan Saine Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half88-74Quinn Denker makes layup (Ring Nyeri assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Weber State Wildcats, below favours Northern Colorado Bears.
Venue
- Dee Events CenterOgden, UT
- Attendance2649
- OfficialsChris Pacsi, Justin Albrecht, John Jenkins Jr.
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