Portland State Edges Utah Tech in Close Contest
Tuesday, November 25, 2025, 9:00 PM ET · Burns Arena
Portland State Vikings 68, Utah Tech Trailblazers 63, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Portland State Vikings vs Utah Tech Trailblazers?
Portland State Vikings beat Utah Tech Trailblazers 68-63 at Burns Arena on November 25, 2025.
Who was favored in Portland State Vikings vs Utah Tech Trailblazers?
Portland State Vikings were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -130 (about 57% implied). The favorite won.
In a closely contested matchup, the Portland State Vikings defeated the Utah Tech Trailblazers 68-63 at Burns Arena. This victory marks Portland State's second consecutive win, improving their away record to 1-3 this season, while Utah Tech falls to a 4-6 overall record, including a home record of 2-2. The game showcased the competitive nature of both teams, with Portland State continuing to build on their recent success after winning their last two games.
Portland State's recent form has been solid, with a record of 6-4 over their last ten games. They have averaged 78.9 points per game while allowing 70.8 points to their opponents. Their last five games show a record of 3-2, with an impressive scoring average of 90.8 points per game, which contrasts with their defensive average of 76.8 points allowed. In their last outing, they secured a 90-61 victory over the Evergreen State Geoducks, demonstrating their offensive capabilities.
On the other hand, Utah Tech has had a mixed bag of results with a record of 5-5 in their last ten games. They have averaged 76.7 points scored while allowing 72.7 points. Their most recent game was a dominant 96-48 win against the Nobel Knights, but they struggled in previous outings, including losses to the Hawai'i Rainbow Warriors and the Manhattan Jaspers. Utah Tech's last five games have seen them record a 2-3 record, scoring an average of 76.0 points while allowing 70.2.
The matchup was particularly interesting as it marked the second meeting between these two teams this season. In their previous encounter on December 1, 2024, Portland State emerged victorious with a score of 71-68, indicating a competitive rivalry. The Trailblazers were looking to even the score at home, but ultimately fell short.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details, but the absence of key players can often impact a team's performance. Both teams would have been keen to field their strongest lineups to secure a win.
The betting market, as reported by DraftKings, had Portland State favored with a spread of -1.5 and a moneyline of -130, while Utah Tech was at +110. The total for the game was set at 146.5, with odds of -105 for the over and -115 for the under, reflecting the expected scoring potential of both teams.
Conditions during the game were typical for a basketball setting, with no extraordinary weather factors affecting play. Fans witnessed a competitive atmosphere as both teams battled for control on the court.
As the game progressed, key moments included Terri Miller Jr. making crucial plays for Portland State, including a layup that tied the game at 64-63, followed by free throws that helped seal the victory. The Vikings' ability to capitalize on opportunities down the stretch proved decisive in their win.
Overall, this fixture highlighted the competitive spirit of both teams, with Portland State continuing their upward trajectory while Utah Tech seeks to regroup and improve as the season progresses.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | PRST -1.5 | 146.5 o -105 / u -115 | Portland State Vikings -130 · Utah Tech Trailblazers +110 |
Leaders
- PointsEthan Potter18Utah Tech Trailblazers
- AssistsChance Trujillo5Utah Tech Trailblazers
- ReboundsChance Trujillo7Utah Tech Trailblazers
- PointsTerri Miller Jr.19Portland State Vikings
- AssistsJaylin Henderson8Portland State Vikings
- ReboundsTre-Vaughn Minott16Portland State Vikings
Recent form
Utah Tech Trailblazers
Last 10: 5-5Streak W176.7 scored · 72.7 allowed per game2-1 at home
- W96-48vs Nobel KnightsNov 22
- L62-68at Hawai'i Rainbow WarriorsNov 16
- W81-75at Mississippi Valley State Delta DevilsNov 15
- L75-79vs Manhattan JaspersNov 13
- L66-81at Arizona State Sun DevilsNov 9
- L67-93at Arizona WildcatsNov 8
- W110-65vs Bethesda FlamesNov 6
- W81-79at South Dakota CoyotesNov 4
- L57-74at Utah Valley WolverinesMar 13
- W72-65at Southern Utah ThunderbirdsMar 11
Portland State Vikings
Last 10: 6-4Streak W278.9 scored · 70.8 allowed per game0-3 away
- W90-61vs Evergreen State GeoducksNov 20
- W93-80vs Cal State Bakersfield RoadrunnersNov 18
- L70-80at San Francisco DonsNov 13
- W122-74vs Northwest Indian RedHawksNov 8
- L79-89at Stanford CardinalNov 5
- L70-80vs Idaho VandalsMar 11
- W59-56vs Sacramento State HornetsMar 4
- W79-76vs Montana GrizzliesMar 1
- W69-52vs Montana State BobcatsFeb 28
- L58-60at Weber State WildcatsFeb 22
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 | Portland State Vikings | Utah Tech Trailblazers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 23-58 | 25-57 |
| Field goal % | 40 | 44 |
| Three-pointers | 5-19 | 5-21 |
| Three-point % | 26 | 24 |
| Free throws | 17-24 | 8-10 |
| Free throw % | 71 | 80 |
| Rebounds | 44 | 26 |
| Offensive rebounds | 16 | 3 |
| Defensive rebounds | 28 | 23 |
| Assists | 11 | 17 |
| Steals | 6 | 4 |
| Blocks | 4 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 17 | 13 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 2 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 2 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 12 | 12 |
| Fast-break points | 4 | 4 |
| Points in the paint | 34 | 34 |
| Fouls | 16 | 19 |
| Largest lead | 9 | 7 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half34-34Tanner Davis made Jumper. Assisted by Madiba Owona.
- 2nd Half36-34Terri Miller Jr. made Layup. Assisted by Jaylin Henderson.
- 2nd Half38-34Jaylin Henderson made Layup.
- 2nd Half40-34Tre-Vaughn Minott made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half40-36Ethan Potter made Layup. Assisted by Chance Trujillo.
- 2nd Half40-38Ethan Potter made Dunk. Assisted by Chance Trujillo.
- 2nd Half41-38Terri Miller Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half41-39Chance Trujillo made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half41-40Chance Trujillo made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half41-42Chance Trujillo made Layup.
- 2nd Half41-43Chance Trujillo made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half41-46Noah Bolanga made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Madiba Owona.
- 2nd Half42-46Alex Dupre made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half42-48Madiba Owona made Jumper. Assisted by Samuel Ariyibi.
- 2nd Half45-48Sebastian Tidor made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jaylin Henderson.
- 2nd Half45-50Noah Bolanga made Layup.
- 2nd Half45-52Samuel Ariyibi made Layup. Assisted by Madiba Owona.
- 2nd Half46-52Jaylin Henderson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half47-52Jaylin Henderson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half50-52Kelcy Phipps made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half50-53Madiba Owona made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half51-53Jaylin Henderson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half52-53Jaylin Henderson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half54-53Sebastian Tidor made Layup.
- 2nd Half55-53Sebastian Tidor made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half56-53Sebastian Tidor made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half56-55Ethan Potter made Layup.
- 2nd Half56-57Ethan Potter made Layup. Assisted by Jusaun Holt.
- 2nd Half56-59Tanner Davis made Dunk.
- 2nd Half58-59Sebastian Tidor made Layup.
- 2nd Half58-61Tanner Davis made Layup. Assisted by Jusaun Holt.
- 2nd Half58-63Madiba Owona made Layup. Assisted by Jusaun Holt.
- 2nd Half60-63Terri Miller Jr. made Layup.
- 2nd Half61-63Terri Miller Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half62-63Terri Miller Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half64-63Terri Miller Jr. made Layup. Assisted by Jaylin Henderson.
- 2nd Half65-63Jaylin Henderson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half66-63Jaylin Henderson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half67-63Tre-Vaughn Minott made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half68-63Tre-Vaughn Minott made Free Throw.
Win probability
Above the line favours Utah Tech Trailblazers, below favours Portland State Vikings.
Venue
- Burns ArenaSt. George, UT
- Attendance1246
- OfficialsGlen Mayberry, D.G. Nelson, Layne Barney
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