Idaho State Bengals vs Montana State Bobcats predictions, Feb 21, 2026

Feb 21, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

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Idaho State Bengals

Montana State

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As the Idaho State Bengals prepare to host the Montana State Bobcats on February 21, 2026, both teams are eager to secure a vital win. The Bengals come into this game having won just 1 of their last 5 matches, indicating recent struggles on the court. Their offensive efficiency has been inconsistent, and they will need to improve their shooting percentage to find success against a competitive Bobcats team.

On the flip side, the Montana State Bobcats have fared slightly better, winning 2 of their last 5 games. Their ability to control the tempo and execute well in transition has been a key strength, but they must capitalize on this advantage to overcome the challenges presented by the Bengals’ home court.

Bookmakers have set the odds at 2.05 for a home win and 1.66 for an away victory, suggesting a tight contest. Our predictive model indicates a 48.5% chance for an Idaho State victory compared to 51.5% for Montana State. Given the current form of both teams, this matchup promises to be competitive, with the outcome resting heavily on which team can impose their strategy effectively on the game day.

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Idaho State
44.4%		 Montana State
55.6%

Prediction (the most likely score): 71:74

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Betting Odds

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MarathonBet 2.07 1.69
WilliamHill 2.15 1.7
Pinnacle 2.05 1.66

Latest Results

19.02.26 Idaho State Bengals basketball – Montana Grizzlies basketball – 73:69
14.02.26 Idaho Vandals basketball – Idaho State Bengals basketball – 99:69
12.02.26 Eastern Washington Eagles basketball – Idaho State Bengals basketball – 88:75
07.02.26 Idaho State Bengals basketball – Northern Colorado Bears basketball – 61:69
05.02.26 Idaho State Bengals basketball – Northern Arizona Lumberjacks basketball – 73:79		 19.02.26 Weber State Wildcats basketball – Montana State Bobcats basketball – 82:79 OT
14.02.26 Montana Grizzlies basketball – Montana State Bobcats basketball – 71:82
07.02.26 Montana State Bobcats basketball – Eastern Washington Eagles basketball – 71:72
05.02.26 Montana State Bobcats basketball – Idaho Vandals basketball – 73:66
31.01.26 Portland State Vikings basketball – Montana State Bobcats basketball – 63:54

Facts

  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Idaho State won 1.
  • Recent form of Idaho State has been disappointing (last 5 games: 1 wins).
  • In recent matches, Montana State has shown inconsistent performance (in the last 5 games, wins – 2).
  • Montana State may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.
  • The probability of winning is almost the same for both teams in this match.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Idaho State won 3 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 17 matches, and goals 1327:1497. (average 66.4:74.9).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Idaho State won 2 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 8 matches, and goals 648:729. (average 64.8:72.9).

    Latest Head To Head

    22.01.26 Montana State Bobcats basketball – Idaho State Bengals basketball – 74:62
    10.03.25 Idaho State Bengals basketball – Montana State Bobcats basketball – 60:80
    15.02.25 Montana State Bobcats basketball – Idaho State Bengals basketball – 74:69
    16.01.25 Idaho State Bengals basketball – Montana State Bobcats basketball – 70:67
    22.01.24 Montana State Bobcats basketball – Idaho State Bengals basketball – 77:70

    Standings

    NCAA College Basketball Outrights

    1. Michigan Wolverines: 4.25 (17.74%)

    2. Arizona Wildcats: 6 (12.57%)

    3. Duke Blue Devils: 7.5 (10.05%)

    4. Houston Cougars: 8 (9.42%)

    5. Iowa State: 13 (5.8%)

    6. Florida Gators: 14 (5.39%)

    7. Illinois Fighting Illini: 14 (5.39%)

    8. Connecticut Huskies: 17 (4.44%)

    9. Kansas Jayhawks: 21 (3.59%)

    10. Purdue Boilermakers: 26 (2.9%)

    11. Gonzaga Bulldogs: 41 (1.84%)

    12. Michigan State: 51 (1.48%)

    13. Arkansas Razorbacks: 51 (1.48%)

    14. Tennessee Volunteers: 67 (1.13%)

    15. Nebraska Cornhuskers: 67 (1.13%)

    16. Louisville: 67 (1.13%)

    17. Vanderbilt Commodores: 67 (1.13%)

    18. Alabama Crimson Tide: 67 (1.13%)

    19. St. Johns Red Storm: 67 (1.13%)

    20. Virginia Cavaliers: 81 (0.93%)

    21. North Carolina: 101 (0.75%)

    22. Wisconsin Badgers: 126 (0.6%)

    23. Clemson: 126 (0.6%)

    24. Brigham Young: 126 (0.6%)

    25. Kentucky Wildcats: 126 (0.6%)

    26. Iowa Hawkeyes: 151 (0.5%)

    27. St. Louis Billikens: 151 (0.5%)

    28. NC State: 151 (0.5%)

    29. Texas Tech: 201 (0.38%)

    30. UCF Knights: 201 (0.38%)

    31. Texas A&M: 201 (0.38%)

    32. Villanova Wildcats: 251 (0.3%)

    33. Indiana Hoosiers: 251 (0.3%)

    34. SMU Mustangs: 251 (0.3%)

    35. Auburn Tigers: 251 (0.3%)

    36. Miami (FL): 251 (0.3%)

    37. Texas Longhorns: 251 (0.3%)

    38. UCLA: 251 (0.3%)

    39. Ohio State Buckeyes: 351 (0.21%)

    40. Georgia Bulldogs: 351 (0.21%)

    41. USC Trojans: 351 (0.21%)

    42. Virginia Tech: 501 (0.15%)

    43. Baylor Bears: 501 (0.15%)

    44. Seton Hall Pirates: 501 (0.15%)

    45. New Mexico: 501 (0.15%)

    46. San Diego State: 501 (0.15%)

    47. Oklahoma State: 501 (0.15%)

    48. Missouri Tigers: 751 (0.1%)

    49. Santa Clara: 751 (0.1%)

    50. Miami (Ohio): 751 (0.1%)

    51. California Golden Bears: 1001 (0.08%)

    52. TCU: 1001 (0.08%)

    53. West Virginia: 1001 (0.08%)

    54. Syracuse Orange: 1001 (0.08%)

    55. Creighton: 1001 (0.08%)

    56. Oklahoma Sooners: 1001 (0.08%)

    57. Stanford Cardinal: 1001 (0.08%)

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