The Montana Grizzlies (18-6, 11-2 BigSky) visit Holt Arena to clash against the Idaho State Bengals (9-14, 5-9 BigSky). The Grizzlies will attempt to prolong their eight-game winning streak. The game gets underway at 9:05 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 16, 2019.
Montana Grizzlies vs. Idaho State Bengals Betting Odds
In their last outing, the Bengals were beaten by the Montana State Bobcats, 84-76, while the Grizzlies edged the Weber State Wildcats, 83-80.
The Grizzlies, who came into the game averaging an offensive rebounding percentage of 28.2, had an absurd mark of 34.3 and held the Wildcats to an effective field goal percentage of 0.492 (below their season average of 0.542). Idaho State, on the other hand, held Montana State to an offensive rebounding percentage of 15.2 (below their season average of 26.9). Idaho State’s Kelvin Jones had a good game, recording 15 points and 10 rebounds. Meanwhile, Sayeed Pridgett was a key piece for Montana with 29 points and 16 rebounds.
In their first matchup this season, Jamar Akoh led the Grizzlies to an 80-69 win. He notched a double-double with 22 points and 17 rebounds. The Grizzlies’ turnover percentage was their largest strength over the Bengals. Montana had a rate of 11.1, while Idaho State posted a mark of 20.6.
It could be a difficult game for Idaho State on the offensive glass. The Bengals rank 218th in offensive rebounding percentage (27.4 percent), while Montana ranks 92nd in defensive rebounding percentage (73.9 percent). Also, the Grizzlies’ 37th-ranked offense (offensive efficiency of 113.1) will go head-to-head against the Bengals’ 349th-ranked defense (defensive efficiency of 114.7).
Montana vs. Idaho State ATS Pick
Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – Idaho State, ATS Winner – Idaho State, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- Montana ranks 12th in assists allowed per game (10.1) while Idaho State ranks 212th (14.8).
- The Grizzlies are 22nd in the NCAA with 5.0 steals allowed per game while the Bengals are 39th with 5.3 steals allowed per game.
- Montana is 42nd in the nation with 2.7 blocks allowed per game while Idaho State is 51st with 2.7 blocks allowed per game.
- The Grizzlies rank 32nd in three pointers allowed per game (19.1) while the Bengals rank 120th (21.7).
- Montana ranks 37th in rebounds allowed per game (31.9) while Idaho State ranks 118th (34.2).
Bettings Trends:
- The Grizzlies’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 11.4, up from 8.6 for the season.
- During their last five games, the Bengals have scored an average of 71.2 points per game (2.1 below their season average) and allowed an average of 76.4 points per game (1.5 below their season average).
