Sam Houston Bearkats Defeat Idaho Vandals 94-68
Friday, November 28, 2025, 9:00 PM ET · Idaho Central Arena
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Who won Sam Houston Bearkats vs Idaho Vandals?
Sam Houston Bearkats beat Idaho Vandals 94-68 at Idaho Central Arena on November 28, 2025.
Who was favored in Sam Houston Bearkats vs Idaho Vandals?
Idaho Vandals were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -122 (about 55% implied). The underdog won.
The Sam Houston Bearkats secured a decisive victory over the Idaho Vandals, winning 94-68 at the Idaho Central Arena. This game showcased the Bearkats' offensive prowess, particularly in the second half, where they outscored the Vandals significantly. With this win, the Bearkats extended their winning streak to three games, while the Vandals struggled to maintain momentum after a recent two-game winning streak.
In terms of recent form, the Idaho Vandals came into this game with a record of 4-3, having won six of their last ten games with an average of 76.9 points scored and 71.7 points allowed. Their last five games saw them averaging 82.0 points scored while allowing 66.8 points. The Vandals had a strong home record of 3-0 prior to this match, but their away record stood at 3-4, indicating a struggle on the road.
Conversely, the Sam Houston Bearkats boasted a record of 5-2 coming into the game. They had also won six of their last ten games, averaging 81.4 points scored and allowing 77.2 points. The Bearkats' last five games featured an impressive scoring average of 84.6 points, with 77.6 points allowed. Their away record was less favorable at 1-3, but they had proven their capability with a strong performance against Idaho State in their previous outing.
The odds for this matchup were set by DraftKings, with the Vandals favored by 1.5 points. The total points line was set at 154.5, with both the over and under priced at -110. The moneyline indicated the Vandals at -122 and the Bearkats at 102, reflecting a competitive matchup in the eyes of the bookmakers.
In terms of player performances, the scoring plays in the second half highlighted the Bearkats' dominance. Notable contributions included Jack Payne, who made a jumper, and Isaiah Manning, who scored a three-point jumper and a free throw, helping to extend their lead. The Vandals struggled to keep pace, with their last points coming from Aidan Sevilla's free throw, but it was not enough to turn the tide.
The conditions at the Idaho Central Arena were conducive to a high-scoring affair, which was reflected in the final score. The Bearkats took advantage of their opportunities, executing their plays effectively and maintaining pressure on the Vandals throughout the game.
This matchup was significant not only for the immediate implications on the teams' records but also for the way it showcased the Bearkats' ability to perform under pressure, especially in a hostile environment. The Vandals will need to regroup following this loss as they look to improve their away performance in future games.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | IDHO -1.5 | 154.5 o -110 / u -110 | Sam Houston Bearkats +102 · Idaho Vandals -122 |
Leaders
- PointsJack Payne14Idaho Vandals
- AssistsBiko Johnson5Idaho Vandals
- ReboundsBrody Rowbury5Idaho Vandals
- PointsIsaiah Manning18Sam Houston Bearkats
- AssistsJustin Begg7Sam Houston Bearkats
- ReboundsKashie Natt11Sam Houston Bearkats
Recent form
Idaho Vandals
Last 10: 6-4Streak W276.9 scored · 71.7 allowed per game3-0 at home
- W78-64at Cal State Northridge MatadorsNov 27
- W97-68vs Eastern Oregon MountaineersNov 23
- L67-75at UC San Diego TritonsNov 15
- L74-78at San Diego TorerosNov 13
- W94-49vs Whitman BluesNov 8
- W83-81at Washington State CougarsNov 4
- L55-78at Montana GrizzliesMar 12
- W80-70at Portland State VikingsMar 11
- L60-75at Montana State BobcatsMar 4
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Sam Houston Bearkats
Last 10: 6-4Streak W381.4 scored · 77.2 allowed per game1-3 away
- W84-81at Idaho State BengalsNov 26
- W105-54vs Schreiner MountaineersNov 22
- W78-70vs Wyoming CowboysNov 20
- L79-85at Utah UtesNov 16
- L77-98at Texas Tech Red RaidersNov 8
- W95-59vs LeTourneau Yellow JacketsNov 4
- L65-79at UTEP MinersMar 11
- W76-69vs New Mexico State AggiesMar 8
- W89-87vs UTEP MinersMar 7
- L66-90vs Louisiana Tech BulldogsMar 1
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liberty | 26-8 | - | 17-3 |
| Sam Houston | 22-12 | 4 | 13-7 |
| Louisiana Tech | 20-14 | 6 | 11-9 |
| Western Kentucky | 18-14 | 6 | 11-9 |
| Middle Tennessee | 17-15 | 6 | 11-9 |
| Kennesaw State | 21-14 | 7 | 10-10 |
| Jacksonville State | 15-17 | 7 | 10-10 |
| New Mexico State | 16-16 | 9 | 8-12 |
| Missouri State | 16-18 | 9 | 8-12 |
| Florida International | 15-17 | 9 | 8-12 |
| UTEP | 11-20 | 8 | 7-13 |
| Delaware | 10-21 | 11 | 6-14 |
| 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 | Sam Houston Bearkats | Idaho Vandals |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 36-65 | 25-56 |
| Field goal % | 55 | 45 |
| Three-pointers | 16-27 | 11-37 |
| Three-point % | 59 | 30 |
| Free throws | 6-9 | 7-15 |
| Free throw % | 67 | 47 |
| Rebounds | 36 | 24 |
| Offensive rebounds | 12 | 8 |
| Defensive rebounds | 24 | 16 |
| Assists | 22 | 11 |
| Steals | 6 | 1 |
| Blocks | 1 | 1 |
| Turnovers | 6 | 9 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 10 | 5 |
| Fast-break points | 10 | 2 |
| Points in the paint | 30 | 24 |
| Fouls | 18 | 16 |
| Largest lead | 27 | 9 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half42-43Justin Begg made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half42-45Jackson Rasmussen made Layup.
- 2nd Half42-46Jackson Rasmussen made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half44-46Po'Boigh King made Jumper. Assisted by Damon Nicholas Jr..
- 2nd Half46-46Damon Nicholas Jr. made Layup.
- 2nd Half49-46Justin Begg made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Damon Nicholas Jr..
- 2nd Half49-48Jackson Rasmussen made Layup.
- 2nd Half49-51Kolton Mitchell made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jack Payne.
- 2nd Half52-51Justin Begg made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half53-51Kashie Natt made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half55-51Veljko Ilic made Layup. Assisted by Justin Begg.
- 2nd Half55-53Jackson Rasmussen made Layup.
- 2nd Half58-53Isaiah Manning made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half59-53Veljko Ilic made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half60-53Veljko Ilic made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half63-53Jacobe Coleman made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half63-54Jackson Rasmussen made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half66-54Jacobe Coleman made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Veljko Ilic.
- 2nd Half66-56Brody Rowbury made Jumper.
- 2nd Half69-56Isaiah Manning made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Veljko Ilic.
- 2nd Half69-58Brody Rowbury made Jumper.
- 2nd Half72-58Jacobe Coleman made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Veljko Ilic.
- 2nd Half72-59Isaiah Brickner made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half72-60Isaiah Brickner made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half74-60Jaxson Ford made Layup. Assisted by Justin Begg.
- 2nd Half76-60Jaxson Ford made Layup. Assisted by Justin Begg.
- 2nd Half77-60Kashie Natt made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half77-61Isaiah Brickner made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half77-62Isaiah Brickner made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half80-62Po'Boigh King made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Kashie Natt.
- 2nd Half82-62Veljko Ilic made Layup. Assisted by Kashie Natt.
- 2nd Half84-62Justin Begg made Layup.
- 2nd Half84-64Jack Payne made Jumper.
- 2nd Half86-64Kashie Natt made Jumper. Assisted by Justin Begg.
- 2nd Half89-64Isaiah Manning made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half90-64Isaiah Manning made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half90-65Aidan Sevilla made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half92-65Jacob Walker made Jumper.
- 2nd Half92-68Seth Joba made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jack Payne.
- 2nd Half94-68Matt Dann made Dunk. Assisted by Kashie Natt.
Win probability
Above the line favours Idaho Vandals, below favours Sam Houston Bearkats.
Venue
- Idaho Central ArenaBoise, ID
- OfficialsRick Batsell, Chad Shepherd, Ben Wolfe
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