Sacramento State Hornets vs Idaho State Bengals predictions, Mar 02, 2026

Yuriy Borshchenko

7 months ago

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On March 2, 2026, the Sacramento State Hornets will host the Idaho State Bengals in a highly anticipated NCAA College Basketball matchup. Despite ongoing struggles, the Hornets will look to reclaim their home court advantage, although they enter this contest having lost their last five games. In contrast, the Bengals have managed to find some momentum, securing two victories in their previous five outings, which could boost their confidence heading into this match.

From a tactical perspective, Sacramento State has demonstrated their resilience at home, leveraging their crowd’s energy to create offensive opportunities. However, their recent form indicates vulnerabilities in both defense and execution. Conversely, Idaho State has shown versatility, able to adapt to various in-game situations, which has played a crucial role in their recent success.

Bookmaker odds reflect a closely contested game, with Sacramento State favored at 1.8 and Idaho State at 1.85. Model predictions suggest a 59.2% chance of a home win for the Hornets, with a projected final score of 81:79, emphasizing the potential for a nail-biter. While Sacramento State’s home advantage is a factor, both teams’ recent performances imply that an upset from the Bengals cannot be discounted.

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Sacramento State
51.1%

Idaho State
48.9%

Prediction (the most likely score): 81:79

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	1.8		1.92
	1.82		1.88
	1.85		1.95
	1.8		1.85

Latest Results

28.02.26 Montana State Bobcats basketball – Sacramento State Hornets basketball – 82:61
26.02.26 Montana Grizzlies basketball – Sacramento State Hornets basketball – 81:73
21.02.26 Sacramento State Hornets basketball – Idaho Vandals basketball – 80:86
19.02.26 Sacramento State Hornets basketball – Eastern Washington Eagles basketball – 94:102
14.02.26 Northern Arizona Lumberjacks basketball – Sacramento State Hornets basketball – 79:74

28.02.26 Idaho State Bengals basketball – Weber State Wildcats basketball – 73:83
21.02.26 Idaho State Bengals basketball – Montana State Bobcats basketball – 91:76
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

Facts

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Sacramento State won 2.

Sacramento State has been struggling in recent matches (last 5 games: 0 wins).

Idaho State has been playing with ups and downs recently (in the last 5 games, wins – 2).

Sacramento State may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.

The probability of winning is almost the same for both teams in this match.

In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Sacramento State won 11 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 9 matches, and goals 1363:1351. (average 68.2:67.6).

Including home matches between the teams, Sacramento State won 7 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 2 matches, and goals 640:587. (average 71.1:65.2).

Latest Head To Head

01.01.26 Idaho State Bengals basketball – Sacramento State Hornets basketball – 97:84
22.02.25 Idaho State Bengals basketball – Sacramento State Hornets basketball – 83:66
23.01.25 Sacramento State Hornets basketball – Idaho State Bengals basketball – 75:71
08.02.24 Idaho State Bengals basketball – Sacramento State Hornets basketball – 68:40
13.01.24 Sacramento State Hornets basketball – Idaho State Bengals basketball – 66:64

Standings

NCAA College Basketball Outrights

1. Michigan Wolverines: 4.25 (17.16%)

2. Duke Blue Devils: 4.5 (16.21%)

3. Arizona Wildcats: 5.25 (13.89%)

4. Florida Gators: 10 (7.29%)

5. Houston Cougars: 10.5 (6.95%)

6. Connecticut Huskies: 14 (5.21%)

7. Illinois Fighting Illini: 15 (4.86%)

8. Iowa State: 17 (4.29%)

9. Kansas Jayhawks: 31 (2.35%)

10. Michigan State: 41 (1.78%)

11. Purdue Boilermakers: 41 (1.78%)

12. Gonzaga Bulldogs: 56 (1.3%)

13. Tennessee Volunteers: 67 (1.09%)

14. Nebraska Cornhuskers: 67 (1.09%)

15. Virginia Cavaliers: 67 (1.09%)

16. Arkansas Razorbacks: 67 (1.09%)

17. Alabama Crimson Tide: 67 (1.09%)

18. St. Johns Red Storm: 81 (0.9%)

19. North Carolina: 81 (0.9%)

20. Louisville: 91 (0.8%)

21. Texas Tech: 101 (0.72%)

22. Vanderbilt Commodores: 101 (0.72%)

23. Wisconsin Badgers: 126 (0.58%)

24. Clemson: 126 (0.58%)

25. Brigham Young: 126 (0.58%)

26. Kentucky Wildcats: 126 (0.58%)

27. Iowa Hawkeyes: 151 (0.48%)

28. St. Louis Billikens: 151 (0.48%)

29. NC State: 151 (0.48%)

30. Texas A&M: 201 (0.36%)

31. SMU Mustangs: 251 (0.29%)

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

33. Texas Longhorns: 251 (0.29%)

34. UCLA: 251 (0.29%)

35. Georgia Bulldogs: 351 (0.21%)

36. Villanova Wildcats: 501 (0.15%)

37. Indiana Hoosiers: 501 (0.15%)

38. UCF Knights: 501 (0.15%)

39. Ohio State Buckeyes: 501 (0.15%)

40. New Mexico: 501 (0.15%)

41. Auburn Tigers: 501 (0.15%)

42. San Diego State: 501 (0.15%)

43. Oklahoma State: 501 (0.15%)

44. Missouri Tigers: 751 (0.1%)

45. Santa Clara: 751 (0.1%)

46. California Golden Bears: 1001 (0.07%)

47. Virginia Tech: 1001 (0.07%)

48. TCU: 1001 (0.07%)

49. Baylor Bears: 1001 (0.07%)

50. Seton Hall Pirates: 1001 (0.07%)

51. West Virginia: 1001 (0.07%)

52. Miami (Ohio): 1001 (0.07%)

53. USC Trojans: 1001 (0.07%)

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