Idaho Vandals vs Montana Grizzlies predictions, Jan 08, 2026

Jan 08, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

NCAA College Basketball, on Thursday,

Idaho

Montana Grizzlies

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In a highly anticipated matchup in NCAA College Basketball, the Idaho Vandals will face off against the Montana Grizzlies on January 8, 2026. The Idaho Vandals basketball team will enjoy home-court advantage as they look to continue their recent success, having won 3 of their last 5 matches. The Montana Grizzlies basketball team, on the other hand, is also in solid form with 3 wins in their last 5 games.

Both teams will be eager to secure a victory in this crucial matchup. The bookmakers have slightly favored the Idaho Vandals with odds of 1.48 for a home win, while the Montana Grizzlies have odds of 2.37 for an away win. Our model prediction gives the Idaho Vandals a 56.2% probability of winning, with a 43.8% chance for the Montana Grizzlies to come out on top.

This game is expected to be closely contested, with both teams showcasing their tactical strengths on the court. It is sure to be an exciting match that could go either way, and fans can look forward to a thrilling battle between these two competitive teams.

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Idaho
61.1%		 Montana
38.9%

Prediction (the most likely score): 78:74

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Betting Odds

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betsson 1.5 2.45
MarathonBet 1.59 2.24
WilliamHill 1.5 2.55
Pinnacle 1.55 2.21
Best for US Customers 1.5 2.54

Latest Results

03.01.26 Idaho Vandals basketball – Eastern Washington Eagles basketball – 81:78
23.12.25 Cal State Bakersfield Roadrunners basketball – Idaho Vandals basketball – 64:63
21.12.25 Cal Poly Mustangs basketball – Idaho Vandals basketball – 80:83 OT
10.12.25 Notre Dame Fighting Irish basketball – Idaho Vandals basketball – 80:65
06.12.25 South Dakota State Jackrabbits basketball – Idaho Vandals basketball – 81:84		 03.01.26 Montana Grizzlies basketball – Northern Colorado Bears basketball – 88:79
01.01.26 Montana Grizzlies basketball – Northern Arizona Lumberjacks basketball – 78:64
20.12.25 Louisville Cardinals basketball – Montana Grizzlies basketball – 94:54
06.12.25 North Dakota Fighting Hawks basketball – Montana Grizzlies basketball – 75:79
03.12.25 Montana Grizzlies basketball – North Dakota State Bison basketball – 72:81

Facts

  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Idaho won 0.
  • The recent form of both competitors has been shaky.
  • Idaho may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.
  • Recently, Idaho has had a series of away games.
  • Idaho will hold a modest advantage in this match.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Idaho won 4 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 16 matches, and goals 1255:1437. (average 62.8:71.9).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Idaho won 3 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 6 matches, and goals 602:672. (average 66.9:74.7).

    Latest Head To Head

    11.03.25 Montana Grizzlies basketball – Idaho Vandals basketball – 78:55
    20.01.25 Montana Grizzlies basketball – Idaho Vandals basketball – 72:67
    04.01.25 Idaho Vandals basketball – Montana Grizzlies basketball – 71:73
    02.03.24 Idaho Vandals basketball – Montana Grizzlies basketball – 57:80
    01.02.24 Montana Grizzlies basketball – Idaho Vandals basketball – 73:70

    Standings

    NCAA College Basketball Outrights

    1. Michigan Wolverines: 4 (17.92%)

    2. Arizona Wildcats: 7 (10.24%)

    3. Connecticut Huskies: 10.5 (6.83%)

    4. Iowa State: 12 (5.97%)

    5. Purdue Boilermakers: 13 (5.52%)

    6. Duke Blue Devils: 16 (4.48%)

    7. Gonzaga Bulldogs: 16 (4.48%)

    8. Houston Cougars: 16 (4.48%)

    9. Michigan State: 21 (3.41%)

    10. Illinois Fighting Illini: 26 (2.76%)

    11. Texas Tech: 31 (2.31%)

    12. Florida Gators: 31 (2.31%)

    13. Vanderbilt Commodores: 31 (2.31%)

    14. Brigham Young: 31 (2.31%)

    15. Louisville: 34 (2.11%)

    16. Alabama Crimson Tide: 36 (1.99%)

    17. Kansas Jayhawks: 41 (1.75%)

    18. Tennessee Volunteers: 51 (1.41%)

    19. Nebraska Cornhuskers: 51 (1.41%)

    20. Arkansas Razorbacks: 51 (1.41%)

    21. North Carolina: 51 (1.41%)

    22. Kentucky Wildcats: 61 (1.18%)

    23. Baylor Bears: 101 (0.71%)

    24. Virginia Cavaliers: 101 (0.71%)

    25. Clemson: 126 (0.57%)

    26. St. Johns Red Storm: 126 (0.57%)

    27. TCU: 151 (0.47%)

    28. Iowa Hawkeyes: 151 (0.47%)

    29. Auburn Tigers: 151 (0.47%)

    30. UCLA: 151 (0.47%)

    31. Villanova Wildcats: 201 (0.36%)

    32. Indiana Hoosiers: 201 (0.36%)

    33. Missouri Tigers: 201 (0.36%)

    34. Georgia Bulldogs: 201 (0.36%)

    35. NC State: 201 (0.36%)

    36. Virginia Tech: 251 (0.29%)

    37. UCF Knights: 251 (0.29%)

    38. Wisconsin Badgers: 251 (0.29%)

    39. SMU Mustangs: 251 (0.29%)

    40. Ohio State Buckeyes: 251 (0.29%)

    41. Miami (FL): 251 (0.29%)

    42. Oklahoma State: 251 (0.29%)

    43. USC Trojans: 351 (0.2%)

    44. Wake Forest: 501 (0.14%)

    45. Butler Bulldogs: 501 (0.14%)

    46. San Diego State: 501 (0.14%)

    47. Creighton: 501 (0.14%)

    48. Texas Longhorns: 501 (0.14%)

    49. Oklahoma Sooners: 501 (0.14%)

    50. Stanford Cardinal: 501 (0.14%)

    51. Texas A&M: 501 (0.14%)

    52. Oregon Ducks: 501 (0.14%)

    53. California Golden Bears: 751 (0.1%)

    54. Boise State: 751 (0.1%)

    55. LSU: 751 (0.1%)

    56. Ole Miss Rebels: 751 (0.1%)

    57. Memphis Tigers: 751 (0.1%)

    58. Kansas State: 751 (0.1%)

    59. Washington Huskies: 751 (0.1%)

    60. West Virginia: 751 (0.1%)

    61. New Mexico: 751 (0.1%)

    62. Cincinnati Bearcats: 751 (0.1%)

    63. Arizona State: 751 (0.1%)

    64. Maryland Terrapins: 1001 (0.07%)

    65. South Carolina Gamecocks: 1001 (0.07%)

    66. Marquette: 1001 (0.07%)

    67. Colorado State: 1001 (0.07%)

    68. Pittsburgh Panthers: 1001 (0.07%)

    69. Colorado: 1001 (0.07%)

    70. Utah Utes: 1001 (0.07%)

    71. Northwestern Wildcats: 1001 (0.07%)

    72. Notre Dame: 1001 (0.07%)

    73. Syracuse Orange: 1001 (0.07%)

    74. Xavier Musketeers: 1001 (0.07%)

    75. Mississippi St.: 1001 (0.07%)

    76. Georgia Tech: 1001 (0.07%)

    77. DePaul Blue Demons: 1001 (0.07%)

    78. Providence Friars: 1001 (0.07%)

    79. Minnesota Golden Gophers: 1001 (0.07%)

    80. Florida State: 1001 (0.07%)

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