| 1 | 2 | T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| NAU | 33 | 37 | 70 |
| MTST | 39 | 33 | 72 |
Bishop scores 23 to carry Montana St. over N. Arizona 72-70
BOZEMAN, Mont. -- — Xavier Bishop had 23 points including the winning basket with six seconds remaining as Montana State extended its winning streak to 11 games, defeating Northern Arizona 72-70 on Saturday.
Bishop drove to the hoop for a layup and the winning points.
Jubrile Belo had 14 points and four blocks for Montana State (20-5, 12-2 Big Sky Conference). RaeQuan Battle added 13 points.
Keith Haymon had 17 points for the Lumberjacks (9-16, 5-9). Jalen Cone added 15 points. Nik Mains had 10 points.
The Bobcats improve to 2-0 against the Lumberjacks for the season. Montana State defeated Northern Arizona 89-84 on Jan. 20.
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Game Information
- Referees:
- Rob Kruger
- Mark Fulton
- Ian Caldwell
2024-25 Big Sky Conference Standings
| Team | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Colorado | 8-1 | - | 16-6 |
| Montana | 8-2 | 0.5 | 15-8 |
| Portland State | 5-4 | 3 | 13-9 |
| Idaho State | 5-4 | 3 | 10-10 |
| Idaho | 5-5 | 3.5 | 10-13 |
| Montana State | 5-5 | 3.5 | 10-13 |
| Northern Arizona | 4-5 | 4 | 13-9 |
| Eastern Washington | 3-7 | 5.5 | 7-16 |
| Weber State | 2-7 | 6 | 8-15 |
| Sacramento State | 2-7 | 6 | 6-16 |
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