| MATCHUP | Portland State Vikings | Idaho State Bengals |
|---|---|---|
| Team Records | 8-5 | 8-7 |
| Where | Reed Gym, Pocatello, ID | |
| When | Saturday, January 3, 2026 | |
| Time | 06:00 PM EST | |
| TV | ESPN+ | |
Portland State Vikings Betting Preview
The Portland State Vikings beat Weber State, lost to Tulane, and they play Sacramento State next. Portland State has split its last 6 games.
The Portland State Vikings are averaging 88.9 points on 47.4 percent shooting and allowing 78.6 points on 40.9 percent shooting. Terri Miller Jr. is averaging 18.8 points and 3.4 assists, while Jaylin Henderson is averaging 18.4 points and 3.7 rebounds. Keyon Kensie Jr. is the third double-digit scorer and Tre-Vaughn Minott is grabbing 8.2 rebounds. The Portland State Vikings are shooting 34.2 percent from beyond the arc and 67.2 percent from the free throw line. The Portland State Vikings are allowing 30 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 39.5 rebounds per game.
Idaho State Bengals Betting Preview
The Idaho State Bengals lost to UC Davis, beat Sacramento State, and they play Northern Colorado next. Idaho State has won 5 of its last 7 games.
The Idaho State Bengals are averaging 83.1 points on 46.7 percent shooting and allowing 76.6 points on 44 percent shooting. Caleb Van De Griend is averaging 14.3 points and 0.9 assists, while Connor Hollenbeck is averaging 14.1 points and 4.6 rebounds. Martin Kheil is the third double-digit scorer and Lachlan Brewer is grabbing 3.9 rebounds. The Idaho State Bengals are shooting 35.2 percent from beyond the arc and 73.4 percent from the free throw line. The Idaho State Bengals are allowing 32 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 33.4 rebounds per game.
Why the Idaho State Bengals will win
- The home team has won four of Idaho State’s last five games.
- Portland State has lost four of its last five road day games against Conference opponents.
- The home team has won the first half in each of Portland State’s last four games.
Why the Portland State Vikings will win
- Portland State has won each of its last four day games after coming off overtime.
- Idaho State has lost 31 of its last 41 day games against Conference opponents.
- Portland State has won the first half in four of its last five road games against Idaho State.
Total Points Facts
- Each of Idaho State’s last eight games against Conference opponents at Reed Gymnasium have produced a total of 147+ points.
- Four of Portland State’s last five road day games against Conference opponents have produced a total of 139 or fewer points.
Matchup/League Facts
- Idaho State ranks 14th among Division 1 teams for opponent rebounds per game this season (29.4).
- Portland State ranks 37th among Division 1 teams for opponent three-point field goals made per game this season (6.3).
Portland State vs Idaho State Prediction
Portland State has struggled whenever stepping up in competition this season. Idaho State is one of the better offensive teams in the country and can bully teams not ready to compete. Idaho State is also one of the best cover teams in the country with a 9-2 ATS record. Idaho State has covered 6 of its last 8 games overall. I’m not stepping in front of that. Give me Idaho State and the chalk on Saturday afternoon.