Montana State vs Eastern Washington Prediction, Picks & Odds | 08 Jan 2026

College Basketball Betting Preview: Montana State vs Eastern Washington

The Montana State Bobcats battle the Eastern Washington Eagles, with tip-off scheduled for 21:00 on Thursday, January 8.

We’re backing Montana State against the spread when they face Eastern Washington. It could be shrewd to wager the favorites to cover the attractive -3.5 line, with odds of -105 on offer.

Montana State Bobcats claimed a victory in their previous game. A 77-68 home win occurred against Northern Arizona Lumberjacks.

Eastern Washington Eagles suffered a defeat in their last game. A 84-81 scoreline occurred on the road against Idaho Vandals.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Montana State beat Eastern Washington when the teams last met. It was a 74-64 scoreline. In the past 10 H2H meetings, Eastern Washington have won six.

NCAAB	Overall	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
Montana State	18-14	2493	2285	208	12-3	6-11	1L
Eastern Washington	14-18	2591	2606	-15	9-5	5-13	1L

View Full Standings

Montana State vs Eastern Washington Prediction & Picks

We dive into the best Montana State vs Eastern Washington betting angles, including a key match prediction, our correct score forecast and a value-focused bet builder. Read on for the full breakdown.

Game Prediction

Our best pick is to snap up the -105 that Montana State are able to cover the spread. They are -3.5 for this college contest and the margin of victory for the favorites could be a good deal more significant.

We closely track recent form and look for patterns that may impact the outcome. The same goes for injuries to key players. When combined with the most relevant college hoops stats, this gives us a strong foundation for accurate basketball picks.

Key Montana State vs Eastern Washington stats:

• The -3.5 line has been covered by Montana State in 3 consecutive games.
• The -3.5 line has been covered by Montana State in 6 of their last 10 games.
• The +3.5 line hasn’t been covered by EWU in 15 of their last 20 games.
• The +3.5 line hasn’t been covered by EWU in 6 of their last 10 games.

Montana State -3.5 Probability

When you look at the latest odds, our pick has a 51.3% chance of landing a return. However, our analysts have this number between 55-60% based on their in-depth research. This college basketball bet can therefore be backed with confidence.

In the hunt for bigger odds, you might be interested to know that you can move the line. This allows you to shoot for a team to perform better than expected by the sportsbooks.

Don’t miss out on extra value. Our comprehensive guide features a wide range of free bets and sign-up bonuses for new bettors.

Our Game Prediction

Montana State -3.5 @ -105 Bet Now

BetMGM Promo Up To $1500 in Bonus Bets Get Bonus T&C apply. Gamble responsibly 18+

Disclosure: This preview contains affiliate links; we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. T&Cs apply. We only recommend licensed and regulated operators. See our Editorial Policy. Pick odds and lines reflect the price available at the time of publication (Jan 8, 01:56). Live market odds are updated regularly and may differ. 18+ (or legal age) | Gamble Responsibly.

Correct Score Prediction

Montana State 79 - 72 Eastern Washington

There are stacks of correct score lines on offer and we’re looking at Montana State to achieve a winning scoreline of 79-72 where a huge potential return is on the cards.

T&Cs apply. 18+ (or legal age) | Gamble Responsibly.

Montana State vs Eastern Washington Odds

The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.

The sportsbooks have Montana State at -143 when it comes to the Moneyline betting, implying the favorites are 59% likely to win this game according to the latest odds. Eastern Washington are the underdogs at +116 and they’re regarded as least likely to win.

2.5 is where the spread lies, with total points being 156.5 right now. There is no denying the popularity of betting on the Totals. Those expecting a low total can back Under 156.5 at -110.

The good news is that you’ll find a strong selection of game lines and team props for most college contests. The best basketball betting sites provide a wide range of pre-game and in-game wagering options.

Moneyline

Montana State

-143

EWU

+116

Point Spread

Montana State -2.5

-104

EWU +2.5

-118

Total Points

Under 156.5

-110

Over 156.5

-110

Prop betting is very popular, with bettors looking to wager on player props such as Points, Assists, Rebounds, Steals and Three-Pointers. It’s a great way of betting on individual player performance and the gambling sites will provide lots of options.

Micro betting is an exciting way to wager on college basketball. There are many live lines and it’s a simple case of predicting what is going to happen. Next Field Goal, where you select if the shot will be a two or three-pointer are among the options.

Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

Montana State Stats

Eastern Washington Stats

Moneyline

• 7 wins and 3 defeats in the last 10 games
• 3 wins and 7 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Moneyline

• 2 wins, 7 defeats and 1 draw in the last 10 games
• 5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 home games

Point Spread

• -3.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 6 of the last 10 games
• -3.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 2 of the last 10 games on the road

Point Spread

• +3.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 4 of the last 10 games
• +3.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 6 of the last 10 home games

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 150.10 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 142.60 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 154.5: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 games
• Over 154.5 on the Road: Covered in 3 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 80.00 pts and allowed 70.10 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 69.60 pts and allowed 73.00 pts in the last 10 games on the road

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 166.90 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 146.30 pts in the previous 10 home games
• Over 154.5: Covered in 9 of the previous 10 games
• Over 154.5 at Home: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 80.60 pts and allowed 86.30 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 73.50 pts and allowed 72.80 pts in the last 10 home games

NCAAB Table Select Season 2025/20262024/20252023/20242022/20232021/20222020/20212019/2020

Big Sky	Overall	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
Portland State	20-11	2376	2179	197	12-4	8-7	1L
Northern Colorado	20-12	2640	2449	191	11-4	9-8	1L
Idaho	21-14	2753	2540	213	11-5	10-9	5W
Montana State	18-14	2493	2285	208	12-3	6-11	1L
Montana	18-16	2627	2535	92	12-7	6-9	1L
Weber State	16-16	2598	2474	124	11-5	5-11	2L
Eastern Washington	14-18	2591	2606	-15	9-5	5-13	1L
Idaho State	13-20	2459	2513	-54	10-7	3-13	1L
Sacramento State	10-21	2408	2542	-134	10-4	0-17	1L
Northern Arizona	10-22	2282	2445	-163	9-7	1-15	5L

• Overall = Overall Wins-Losses
• PF = Total Points For
• PA = Total Points Against
• N. Pts = Point Differential
• Home = Home Record
• Away = Away Record
• Strk = Current Streak

Where to Bet on Basketball Games

Top Basketball Pages