| MATCHUP | Montana Grizzlies | Portland State Vikings |
|---|---|---|
| Team Records | 17-15 | 20-10 |
| Spread | +3.5 -118 | -3.5 -102 |
| Moneyline | +140 | -166 |
| Total | Over 145.5 (-108) | Under 145.5 (-112) |
| Where | Lee's Family Forum, Henderson, NV | |
| When | Tuesday, March 10, 2026 | |
| Time | 09:00 PM EDT | |
| TV | ESPNU | |
The Montana Grizzlies and Portland State Vikings meet Tuesday in the college basketball Big Sky Semifinal at the Idaho Central Arena. Here’s a Montana vs. Portland State prediction. This article will include a Montana vs. Portland State pick.
Montana Grizzlies Betting Preview
The Montana Grizzlies beat Portland State and split with Northern Colorado. Montana has won 3 of its last 4 games.
The Montana Grizzlies are averaging 85.4 points on 49 percent shooting and allowing 82.1 points on 43.5 percent shooting. Money Williams is averaging 20.3 points and 4.3 rebounds, while Te’Jon Sawyer is averaging 11.4 points and 5.4 rebounds. Brooklyn Hicks is grabbing 3.9 rebounds and Kenyon Aguino is dishing 1.6 assists. The Montana Grizzlies are shooting 35.8 percent from beyond the arc and 76.8 percent from the free throw line. The Montana Grizzlies are allowing 32.6 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 34.6 rebounds per game.
Portland State Vikings Betting Preview
The Portland State Vikings beat Weber State and Idaho State. Portland State has split its last 8 games.
The Portland State Vikings are averaging 82.2 points on 46.7 percent shooting and allowing 75 points on 41.3 percent shooting. Terri Miller Jr. is averaging 19.3 points and 3.5 assists, while Jaylin Henderson is averaging 18 points and 4 rebounds. Keyon Kensie Jr. is the third double-digit scorer and Tre-Vaughn Minott is grabbing 8.7 rebounds. The Portland State Vikings are shooting 33.3 percent from beyond the arc and 70.3 percent from the free throw line. The Portland State Vikings are allowing 31.8 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 36 rebounds per game.
Why the Portland State Vikings will win
- Portland State has won six of its last seven night games against conference opponents.
- Montana has lost six of its last eight night games against conference opponents.
Why the Montana Grizzlies will win
- Montana has won each of its last four games at Idaho Central Arena.
- Portland State has lost four of its last five games against conference opponents at Idaho Central Arena.
- Portland State has lost the first half in five of its last six games against non-AP-ranked opponents at a neutral venue.
Total Points Facts
- Each of Portland State’s last seven night games has produced a total of 144+ points.
- Eighteen of Montana’s last 21 night games against non-AP-ranked opponents have produced a total of 143+ points.
Matchup/League Facts
- Portland State ranks 43rd among Division 1 teams for opponent field goal percentage this season (41.5%).
- Montana ranks 28th among Division 1 teams for field goal percentage this season (49.0%).
- Montana ranks 32nd among Division 1 teams for free throw percentage this season (76.8%).
Montana vs Portland State Prediction
Portland State has the rest advantage and is 19-8 ATS on the season. The Vikings should be favored. However, we’re getting a bucket with a Montana team that’s beaten Portland State twice this season. Montana is a strong team at both ends of the floor and that includes having one of the best offenses in the entire country. It’s not easy to beat the same team three times in a season, but the value is with Montana and the bucket anyway.