| MATCHUP | Northern Colorado Bears | Eastern Washington Eagles |
|---|---|---|
| Team Records | 18-10 | 11-17 |
| Spread | -1.5 -102 | +1.5 -118 |
| Moneyline | -115 | -105 |
| Total | Over 156.5 (-108) | Under 156.5 (-112) |
| Where | Reese Court, Cheney, WA | |
| When | Thursday, February 26, 2026 | |
| Time | 09:00 PM EST | |
| TV | ESPN+ | |
The Northern Colorado Bears and Eastern Washington Eagles meet Thursday in college basketball action at Reese Court. Here’s a Northern Colorado vs. Eastern Washington prediction. This article will include a Northern Colorado vs. Eastern Washington pick.
Northern Colorado Bears Betting Preview
The Northern Colorado Bears beat Portland State and Northern Arizona, and they play Idaho next. Northern Colorado has won 7 straight games.
The Northern Colorado Bears are averaging 82.8 points on 49.2 percent shooting and allowing 76.7 points on 44.5 percent shooting. Quinn Denker is averaging 18.4 points and 7.2 assists, while Brock Wisne is averaging 16.9 points and 6.5 rebounds. Zach Bloch is the third double-digit scorer and Ibu Yamazaki is grabbing 3.7 rebounds. The Northern Colorado Bears are shooting 36.4 percent from beyond the arc and 75.5 percent from the free throw line. The Northern Colorado Bears are allowing 30.8 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 33.7 rebounds per game.
Eastern Washington Eagles Betting Preview
The Eastern Washington Eagles beat Sacramento State and Portland State, and they play Northern Colorado next. Eastern Washington has won 6 straight games.
The Eastern Washington Eagles are averaging 77.6 points on 46.9 percent shooting and allowing 79.7 points on 47.8 percent shooting. Isaiah Moses is averaging 17.8 points and 4 assists, while Kiree Huie is averaging 13.1 points and 5.2 rebounds. Alton Hamilton IV is the third double-digit scorer and Jojo Anderson is grabbing 1.7 rebounds. The Eastern Washington Eagles are shooting 36.3 percent from beyond the arc and 75 percent from the free throw line. The Eastern Washington Eagles are allowing 35 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 29.9 rebounds per game.
Why the Eastern Washington Eagles will win
- Eastern Washington has won each of its last six games against non-AP-ranked opponents.
- Northern Colorado has lost eight of its last 10 games at Reese Court against non-AP-ranked opponents.
- Northern Colorado has lost the first half in each of its last three games at Reese Court against non-AP-ranked opponents.
Why the Northern Colorado Bears will win
- Northern Colorado has won each of its last seven games against non-AP-ranked opponents.
- Eastern Washington has lost 19 of its last 25 night games against non-AP-ranked opponents.
Total Points: Facts
- Nine of Eastern Washington’s last 10 home games against the Big Sky Conference have produced a total of 150 or fewer points.
- Four of Northern Colorado’s last five night games against non-AP-ranked opponents have produced a total of 158+ points.
Matchup/League Facts
- Northern Colorado ranks 5th among Division 1 teams for opponent blocks per game this season (2.3).
- Northern Colorado ranks 18th among Division 1 teams for field goals made per game this season (30.3).
Northern Colorado vs Eastern Washington Prediction
These are two teams that have turned their season around over the last month so it’s a meaningful game in the Big Sky. Eastern Washington is getting the edge at home and it’s 8-2 ATS in its last 10 games. However, you can argue Northern Colorado has been the more consistent team this season and it has 7 road wins so this isn’t a team that’s going to be scared of the moment. Northern Colorado is a balanced team with a highly efficient offense, while Eastern Washington can struggle on the defensive side. It feels like we’re getting the better team in a pick ’em spot or a free point. I have to lean toward Northern Colorado.