| 1 | 2 | T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| EWU | 49 | 41 | 90 |
| MONT | 27 | 49 | 76 |
Aiken Jr. leads Eastern Washington over Montana 90-76
MISSOULA, Mont. -- — Kim Aiken Jr. had 28 points plus 10 rebounds for his 20th career double-double and Eastern Washington won its ninth consecutive game, beating Montana 90-76 on Saturday.
Michael Meadows added 20 points for the Eagles who swept their arch-rival Montana for the first time in 18 years.
Tanner Groves had 14 points for Eastern Washington (12-6, 11-2 Big Sky Conference), which holds a 2-1/2 game lead on Southern Utah. All 11 teams advance to the Big Sky Tournament at Boise, March 10.
Josh Bannan scored a season-high 20 points and had nine rebounds for the Grizzlies (9-12, 5-9). Robby Beasley added 16 points. Cameron Parker had 12 points and 10 assists.
Eastern Washington defeated Montana 90-76 on Thursday.
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Game Information
- Referees:
- Scott DeBo
- Chad Shepherd
- Scott Brown
2024-25 Big Sky Conference Standings
| Team | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Colorado | 15-3 | - | 24-8 |
| Montana | 15-3 | - | 23-9 |
| Portland State | 11-7 | 4 | 19-13 |
| Idaho State | 10-8 | 5 | 15-15 |
| Montana State | 9-9 | 6 | 15-17 |
| Northern Arizona | 8-10 | 7 | 18-15 |
| Idaho | 8-10 | 7 | 14-18 |
| Eastern Washington | 6-12 | 9 | 10-22 |
| Weber State | 5-13 | 10 | 12-22 |
| Sacramento State | 3-15 | 12 | 7-25 |
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