Idaho Vandals Dominate Sacramento State Hornets in Final Matchup
Saturday, March 7, 2026, 10:00 PM ET · Idaho Central Arena
Idaho Vandals 68, Sacramento State Hornets 45, 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 Sacramento State Hornets vs Idaho Vandals?
Idaho Vandals beat Sacramento State Hornets 68-45 at Idaho Central Arena on March 7, 2026.
Who was favored in Sacramento State Hornets vs Idaho Vandals?
Idaho Vandals were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -298 (about 75% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive victory, the Idaho Vandals defeated the Sacramento State Hornets 68-45 at Idaho Central Arena. This matchup was particularly noteworthy as it marked the Vandals' continued dominance over the Hornets, extending their head-to-head record to 4-0 over the past two seasons. The Vandals showcased their strong home performance, finishing the season with an 18-14 record, while the Hornets ended with a disappointing 10-21.
Idaho's recent form has been a mix of ups and downs, with a record of 5-5 in their last ten games. They entered this contest on a one-game winning streak, having recently triumphed over the Eastern Washington Eagles with a score of 85-81. The Vandals averaged 76.7 points while allowing 73.2 in their last ten games, indicating a competitive scoring dynamic. At home, they held a 2-2 record in their last four games, showcasing their ability to perform under familiar conditions.
In contrast, Sacramento State has struggled significantly, with a 3-7 record in their last ten outings and a streak of one win. Their recent victory came against the Idaho State Bengals, where they won 83-65. However, their scoring average of 80.7 points was overshadowed by their defensive struggles, allowing an average of 83.3 points per game. The Hornets have been particularly ineffective on the road, finishing their away games with an 0-4 record in their last four.
The Vandals and Hornets had faced each other previously on February 22, 2026, where Idaho emerged victorious with an 86-80 scoreline. This latest game further solidified Idaho's upper hand in the rivalry, as they have now won all four meetings in the last two seasons, including two games in the current season.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details, but the overall performance of both teams suggests that they fielded their best available players for this crucial matchup.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had Idaho favored by 6.5 points, with a total set at 158.5. The Vandals' moneyline was priced at -298, while the Hornets were at +240, reflecting the perceived disparity in team strength leading into the game.
Conditions for the game were typical for indoor basketball, with no adverse weather factors affecting play. Fans were treated to a display of skill as the Vandals executed their game plan effectively, leading to a commanding victory.
Key moments in the game included several scoring plays in the second half, such as Biko Johnson's layup and Jahni Summers' contributions, which helped maintain Idaho's lead. The Vandals' defense effectively stifled the Hornets' attempts to mount a comeback, allowing them to control the pace of the game.
Overall, this matchup highlighted Idaho's strength at home and their ability to capitalize on Sacramento State's weaknesses, particularly in defensive situations. With this victory, the Vandals not only secured a win but also reinforced their position in the league as a formidable opponent.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | IDHO -6.5 | 158.5 o -110 / u -110 | Sacramento State Hornets +240 · Idaho Vandals -298 |
Leaders
- PointsJackson Rasmussen19Idaho Vandals
- AssistsKolton Mitchell3Idaho Vandals
- ReboundsKolton Mitchell8Idaho Vandals
- PointsJahni Summers10Sacramento State Hornets
- AssistsArman Madi2Sacramento State Hornets
- ReboundsJayden Teat6Sacramento State Hornets
Recent form
Idaho Vandals
Last 10: 5-5Streak W176.7 scored · 73.2 allowed per game2-2 at home
- W85-81at Eastern Washington EaglesMar 3
- L67-76vs Northern Colorado BearsFeb 28
- W78-58vs Northern Arizona LumberjacksFeb 27
- W86-80at Sacramento State HornetsFeb 22
- L67-77at Portland State VikingsFeb 20
- W99-69vs Idaho State BengalsFeb 14
- L72-83vs Weber State WildcatsFeb 13
- L68-73at Montana GrizzliesFeb 7
- L66-73at Montana State BobcatsFeb 6
- W79-62at Northern Arizona LumberjacksFeb 1
Sacramento State Hornets
Last 10: 3-7Streak W180.7 scored · 83.3 allowed per game0-4 away
- W83-65vs Idaho State BengalsMar 3
- L61-82at Montana State BobcatsFeb 28
- L73-81at Montana GrizzliesFeb 27
- L80-86vs Idaho VandalsFeb 22
- L94-102vs Eastern Washington EaglesFeb 20
- L74-79at Northern Arizona LumberjacksFeb 15
- L79-95at Northern Colorado BearsFeb 13
- L73-74vs Portland State VikingsFeb 8
- W104-90vs Weber State WildcatsFeb 3
- W86-79vs Montana GrizzliesFeb 1
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| UC Irvine | 23-12 | - | 15-5 |
| Hawai'i | 24-9 | 1 | 14-6 |
| UC San Diego | 23-11 | 3 | 12-8 |
| Cal State Northridge | 20-14 | 3 | 12-8 |
| Cal State Fullerton | 18-16 | 3 | 12-8 |
| UC Davis | 19-14 | 4 | 11-9 |
| UC Santa Barbara | 18-14 | 4 | 11-9 |
| Cal Poly | 14-19 | 5 | 10-10 |
| Long Beach State | 10-22 | 9 | 6-14 |
| UC Riverside | 10-22 | 10 | 5-15 |
| Cal State Bakersfield | 8-24 | 13 | 2-18 |
| 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 | Sacramento State Hornets | Idaho Vandals |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 14-55 | 23-65 |
| Field goal % | 25 | 35 |
| Three-pointers | 3-17 | 7-33 |
| Three-point % | 18 | 21 |
| Free throws | 14-19 | 15-20 |
| Free throw % | 74 | 75 |
| Rebounds | 34 | 51 |
| Offensive rebounds | 7 | 14 |
| Defensive rebounds | 27 | 37 |
| Assists | 7 | 10 |
| Steals | 9 | 3 |
| Blocks | 3 | 6 |
| Turnovers | 9 | 12 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 6 | 8 |
| Fast-break points | 11 | 0 |
| Points in the paint | 20 | 32 |
| Fouls | 20 | 15 |
| Largest lead | 1 | 27 |
| Lead changes | 1 | 1 |
| Time in front | 1 | 86 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half17-30Shaqir O'Neal makes 13-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half17-31Jackson Rasmussen makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half17-32Jackson Rasmussen makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half17-35Biko Johnson makes 24-foot three point jumper (Isaiah Brickner assists)
- 2nd Half17-38Jackson Rasmussen makes 23-foot three point jumper (Biko Johnson assists)
- 2nd Half17-41Kolton Mitchell makes 25-foot three point step back jumpshot (Miles Klapper assists)
- 2nd Half18-41Romari Robinson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half19-41Romari Robinson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half19-44Kolton Mitchell makes 24-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half19-46Jackson Rasmussen makes 3-foot dunk (Kolton Mitchell assists)
- 2nd Half21-46Prophet Johnson makes driving layup
- 2nd Half22-46Prophet Johnson makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half23-46Jahni Summers makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half23-48Brody Rowbury makes layup (Kolton Mitchell assists)
- 2nd Half23-50Biko Johnson makes layup (Isaiah Brickner assists)
- 2nd Half25-50Prophet Johnson makes layup (Arman Madi assists)
- 2nd Half28-50Jahni Summers makes 26-foot three point jumper (Arman Madi assists)
- 2nd Half29-50Arman Madi makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half30-50Arman Madi makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half30-51Brody Rowbury makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half32-51Taj Glover makes driving layup
- 2nd Half32-53Kolton Mitchell makes 11-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half33-53Taj Glover makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half34-53Taj Glover makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half37-53Arman Madi makes 23-foot three point jumper (Taj Glover assists)
- 2nd Half37-54Kolton Mitchell makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half37-55Kolton Mitchell makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half39-55Jahni Summers makes layup (Prophet Johnson assists)
- 2nd Half39-57Jackson Rasmussen makes 10-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half39-58Isaiah Brickner makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half39-59Isaiah Brickner makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half39-61Kolton Mitchell makes driving layup
- 2nd Half39-63Biko Johnson makes layup (Kolton Mitchell assists)
- 2nd Half41-63Jahni Summers makes layup (Prophet Johnson assists)
- 2nd Half41-64Isaiah Brickner makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half41-65Isaiah Brickner makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half41-67Biko Johnson makes 13-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half43-67Prophet Johnson makes 8-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half43-68Miles Klapper makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half45-68Jahni Summers makes 2-foot floating jump shot
Win probability
Above the line favours Idaho Vandals, below favours Sacramento State Hornets.
Venue
- Idaho Central ArenaBoise, ID
- OfficialsDavid Hall, Nate Melson, Robert Felder
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