Idaho State Bengals vs Weber State Wildcats Picks and Predictions – January 31, 2026

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The Big Sky rivalry between Idaho State and Weber State renews on January 31 as the Bengals travel to Ogden for a key in-state showdown. Tip-off is set for the evening at Dee Events Center, where Weber State is a solid home favorite.

Weber State (15–6, 7–3 Big Sky) has protected its home court well this season and enters having won five of its last six. Idaho State (10–11, 5–5 Big Sky) has battled inconsistency but is coming off a solid win and looks to even the season series. The matchup sets up as a tempo contrast with clear angles on both the spread and total.

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Idaho State Bengals vs Weber State Wildcats Odds

TeamMoneylineSpreadTotal
Idaho State Bengals+220+6.5 (-110)O 134.5 (-108)
Weber State Wildcats-270-6.5 (-110)U 134.5 (-112)

Idaho State Bengals Betting Form

Idaho State has been competitive but unpredictable. They prefer a slower pace and rely heavily on halfcourt offense, particularly their midrange game and drive-and-kick action. Their 3-point shooting has improved slightly, but they still struggle when forced into a shootout.

Defensively, they’ve been solid — ranking top-three in the Big Sky in points allowed per game — but foul trouble and poor rebounding have cost them in key spots. The Bengals’ best chance here is to keep it low-scoring and limit transition.

Check the Idaho State Bengals injury report for availability updates. For trends and recent performance, visit the Idaho State Bengals stats and results.

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Weber State Wildcats Betting Form

Weber State is the more complete team in this matchup. They’ve got strong guard play, a top-two Big Sky offense, and a proven home-court edge. They space the floor well, hit threes, and move the ball with purpose. Their defensive pressure also ramps up at home, where they force more turnovers and play faster.

The Wildcats have covered four of their last five games and seem to be peaking at the right time. If they can push the pace and hit their perimeter shots early, they could run away with this one.

Injury status can always impact the rotation, so check the Weber State Wildcats injury report. For efficiency metrics and schedule strength, see the Weber State Wildcats schedule and stats.

Idaho State vs Weber State Matchup Breakdown

This one will come down to tempo. Idaho State needs a methodical pace and clean halfcourt defense to stay close. Weber State wants to speed it up, press the ball, and force the Bengals into tough jumpers.

Key matchup angles:

  • Weber State is 8–2 SU at home this season
  • Idaho State ranks last in Big Sky in FT rate
  • Wildcats average 10+ more points per game than Bengals
  • Weber has covered 4 of its last 5

Weber State also holds a strong mental edge in this rivalry, winning 7 of the last 10 meetings.

Idaho State vs Weber State Predictions and Best Bets

Weber State -6.5 is the side here. They’re at home, they’re in better form, and their offensive balance should expose Idaho State’s defensive gaps. The Bengals will likely hang early, but once foul trouble sets in, Weber’s depth takes over.

The total at 134.5 is tricky. Lean Under due to Idaho State’s pace and limited scoring punch, but not strong enough to bet. Better value sits with the side.

Best Bet: Weber State Wildcats -6.5 (-110).

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