Weber State Tops Northern Colorado in Close Contest
Saturday, January 10, 2026, 8:00 PM ET · Bank of Colorado Arena
Weber State Wildcats 76, Northern Colorado Bears 71, 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 Weber State Wildcats vs Northern Colorado Bears?
Weber State Wildcats beat Northern Colorado Bears 76-71 at Bank of Colorado Arena on January 10, 2026.
Who was favored in Weber State Wildcats vs Northern Colorado Bears?
Northern Colorado Bears were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -270 (about 73% implied). The underdog won.
In a thrilling matchup, the Weber State Wildcats edged out the Northern Colorado Bears with a final score of 76-71 at the Bank of Colorado Arena. This victory marks Weber State's fourth consecutive win over Northern Colorado, extending their head-to-head record to 4-0 in recent meetings. The Wildcats previously triumphed over the Bears in three games during the 2025 season, showcasing a strong pattern of dominance.
Weber State entered the game with a record of 9-8, while Northern Colorado held an 11-6 record. Both teams have shown competitive form recently, with Weber State achieving a 6-4 record in their last ten games, including a two-game winning streak. They averaged 82.3 points scored per game while allowing 75.3 points. Northern Colorado, on the other hand, also posted a 6-4 record in their last ten, but with a more volatile scoring average of 83.3 points scored and 79.0 points allowed.
The Bears had a home record of 3-1 in their last four games at the Bank of Colorado Arena, while Weber State's away record stood at 2-2. This context added an extra layer of intrigue to the matchup, as both teams were looking to solidify their standings.
The game began with both teams exchanging leads, but it was Weber State who managed to pull ahead in the second half. Key free throws from players like Quinn Denker and Tijan Saine Jr. in the closing minutes helped secure the Wildcats' victory. Denker's free throws were pivotal as he contributed to the Wildcats' late-game scoring, bringing their lead to 76-71.
Weather conditions were not reported, but the atmosphere in the arena was charged with excitement as fans witnessed a closely contested game. The betting lines provided by DraftKings indicated that Northern Colorado was favored with a spread of -6.5 and a moneyline of -270. Weber State's odds were set at +220, reflecting the competitive nature of the game.
In terms of injuries, there were no specific mentions in the block, suggesting both teams were at full strength for this important clash. As the season progresses, maintaining player health will be crucial for both squads as they aim for better standings in the league.
Viewers of the game were treated to a showcase of skill and determination from both sides, with Northern Colorado's average scoring of 80.8 in their last five games and Weber State's impressive 89.2 points in the same span indicating a high-octane matchup. The game was a testament to the competitive spirit of NCAAB basketball, with both teams fighting hard until the final buzzer.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | UNCO -6.5 | 162.5 o -115 / u -105 | Weber State Wildcats +220 · Northern Colorado Bears -270 |
Leaders
- PointsBrock Wisne17Northern Colorado Bears
- AssistsQuinn Denker7Northern Colorado Bears
- ReboundsRing Nyeri8Northern Colorado Bears
- PointsEdwin Suarez Jr.18Weber State Wildcats
- AssistsTijan Saine Jr.1Weber State Wildcats
- ReboundsEdwin Suarez Jr.8Weber State Wildcats
Recent form
Northern Colorado Bears
Last 10: 6-4Streak W183.3 scored · 79 allowed per game3-1 at home
- W85-72vs Idaho State BengalsJan 9
- L79-88at Montana GrizzliesJan 3
- L75-89at Montana State BobcatsJan 2
- W86-81at Colorado BuffaloesDec 28
- L79-86vs Denver PioneersDec 20
- L90-101at Texas Tech Red RaidersDec 17
- W89-87vs South Dakota CoyotesDec 7
- W75-70at Omaha MavericksDec 4
- W104-63vs Regis University REGIS UNIVERSITYNov 30
- W71-53at Air Force FalconsNov 26
Weber State Wildcats
Last 10: 6-4Streak W282.3 scored · 75.3 allowed per game2-2 away
- W78-65at Northern Arizona LumberjacksJan 9
- W95-82vs Sacramento State HornetsJan 4
- L90-95vs Portland State VikingsJan 1
- W103-64vs Lincoln (CA) OaklandersDec 22
- L80-82vs Utah Tech TrailblazersDec 21
- L74-90at Utah Valley WolverinesDec 18
- W64-60at Kansas City RoosDec 11
- L65-88at St. Thomas TommiesDec 7
- W92-66vs Oral Roberts Golden EaglesDec 4
- W82-61vs Kansas City RoosNov 29
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 | Weber State Wildcats | Northern Colorado Bears |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 25-53 | 27-59 |
| Field goal % | 47 | 46 |
| Three-pointers | 3-10 | 1-14 |
| Three-point % | 30 | 7 |
| Free throws | 23-33 | 16-20 |
| Free throw % | 70 | 80 |
| Rebounds | 30 | 36 |
| Offensive rebounds | 10 | 14 |
| Defensive rebounds | 20 | 22 |
| Assists | 4 | 11 |
| Steals | 6 | 5 |
| Blocks | 0 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 9 | 11 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 16 | 10 |
| Fast-break points | 7 | 2 |
| Points in the paint | 42 | 50 |
| Fouls | 20 | 23 |
| Largest lead | 11 | 7 |
| Lead changes | 7 | 7 |
| Time in front | 51 | 37 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half45-48Brock Wisne makes layup (Quinn Denker assists)
- 2nd Half47-48Edwin Suarez Jr. makes layup
- 2nd Half47-49Quinn Denker makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half47-50Quinn Denker makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half49-50Edwin Suarez Jr. makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half51-50Edwin Suarez Jr. makes layup
- 2nd Half51-52Quinn Denker makes layup
- 2nd Half52-52Trevor Hennig makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half53-52Edwin Suarez Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half53-53Vincent Delano makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half53-54Vincent Delano makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half54-54Nigel Burris makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half55-54Nigel Burris makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half56-54ArDarius Grayson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half57-54ArDarius Grayson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half57-56Vincent Delano makes layup
- 2nd Half59-56Jace Whiting makes layup
- 2nd Half61-56Malek Gomma makes layup
- 2nd Half61-58Ring Nyeri makes 9-foot jumper
- 2nd Half63-58Nigel Burris makes layup
- 2nd Half64-58Nigel Burris makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half64-60Brock Wisne makes layup
- 2nd Half66-60ArDarius Grayson makes 12-foot jumper
- 2nd Half66-61Brock Wisne makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half66-62Brock Wisne makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half66-64Ring Nyeri makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half68-64Edwin Suarez Jr. makes layup
- 2nd Half68-66Quinn Denker makes driving layup
- 2nd Half68-67Quinn Denker makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half69-67Tijan Saine Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half70-67Tijan Saine Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half72-67Edwin Suarez Jr. makes layup
- 2nd Half72-68Quinn Denker makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half72-69Quinn Denker makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half73-69Trevor Hennig makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half73-70Zach Bloch makes free throw 1 of 3
- 2nd Half73-71Zach Bloch makes free throw 2 of 3
- 2nd Half74-71Tijan Saine Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half75-71Tijan Saine Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half76-71Tijan Saine Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Northern Colorado Bears, below favours Weber State Wildcats.
Venue
- Bank of Colorado ArenaGreeley, CO
- Attendance1470
- OfficialsNate Melson, Kyle Luckie, Jacob Hirz
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