Montana Grizzlies at Idaho Vandals Free Prediction 02/08/20

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The Montana Grizzlies (13-10, 9-3 BigSky) will be at Cowan Spectrum at the Kibbie Dome to meet the Idaho Vandals (6-16, 2-9 BigSky) in a BigSky matchup. Action starts at 9:30 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 8, 2020.

Montana Grizzlies vs. Idaho Vandals ATS Odds

In their last outing, the Vandals were blown out by the Montana State Bobcats, 72-50, while the Grizzlies defeated the Eastern Washington Eagles, 92-82.

The Grizzlies forced 15 turnovers and held the Eagles to an offensive rebounding percentage of 17.9 (below their season average of 28.0). Idaho, meanwhile, had a free throw rate of 0.267 (above their season average of 0.204). Idaho received a boost from Trevon Allen, who contributed 19 points. Meanwhile, Sayeed Pridgett played a key role for Montana with 24 points and eight rebounds.

In their first matchup this year, Jared Samuelson led the Grizzlies to a 67-63 victory. He was the game’s top overall scorer with 23 points. The Grizzlies’ turnover percentage was their largest advantage over the Vandals. Montana had a rate of 16.8, while Idaho posted a mark of 22.0.

Points at the line could be few and far between for Montana in this showdown. The Grizzlies currently rank 286th in the NCAA with a free throw attempt (FTA) rate of 0.197, while Idaho ranks 50th in FTA rate allowed (0.179).

Montana Grizzlies at Idaho Vandals Odds Pick

Free Prediction: SU Winner – Montana, ATS Winner – Montana, O/U – Over

Betting Notes:

  • Montana ranks 17th in three pointers allowed per game (17.3) while Idaho ranks 214th (23.9).
  • The Grizzlies rank 89th in blocks per game (3.6) while the Vandals rank 104th in blocks allowed per game (3.4).
  • The Grizzlies rank 50th in assists allowed per game (11.0) while the Vandals rank 176th (13.7).
  • Idaho ranks 200th in rebounds per game (34.5) while Montana ranks 273rd (32.2).

Bettings Trends:

  • During their last five games, the Vandals have scored an average of 57.4 points per game (8.0 below their season average) and allowed an average of 69.8 points per game (0.1 below their season average).
  • The Grizzlies’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 3.6, up from 0.5 for the season.