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2019 Schedule
11th in Big Sky
- 11/6L 86-68
- 11/13L 83-80
- 11/18BETHW 87-59
- 11/23NWNL 77-73
- 11/24L 66-55
- 11/27WCBW 98-44
- 12/1W 67-54
- 12/5L 90-70
- 12/8L 73-67
- 12/15L 89-80
- 12/21L 77-56
- 12/29L 72-55
- 12/31L 93-87
- 1/3W 74-71
- 1/5L 83-79
- 1/10L 77-67
- 1/19L 69-51
- 1/24L 69-48
- 1/26L 69-53
- 2/2L 86-73
- 2/4L 75-64
- 2/7L 100-59
- 2/9L 86-72
- 2/14L 75-47
- 2/18L 82-57
- 2/21L 75-54
- 2/23L 85-76
- 2/28L 67-65
- 3/2W 94-90
- 3/7L 93-59
- 3/9L 70-68
- 3/13L 75-71
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Idaho fires Verlin over possible NCAA violations
Idaho has fired men's basketball coach Don Verlin following a consultant's report that found three potential NCAA violations. The school had placed him on administrative leave on May 28.
Idaho's Verlin placed on administrative leave
Idaho men's basketball coach Don Verlin has been placed on administrative leave over possible NCAA violations.
Hall, Montana St. beat Idaho 75-71 in Big Sky tourney
Tyler Hall had 23 points and 10 rebounds as Montana State narrowly beat Idaho 75-71 in the first round of the Big Sky Conference tournament on Wednesday.
Idaho State comes back to top Idaho, 70-68
Kelvin Jones scored seven points in the final three minutes to lift Idaho State past Idaho, 70-68, in the Big Sky Conference regular season finale Saturday night.
Harding carries Weber St. over Idaho 93-59
Jerrick Harding had 22 points as Weber State romped past Idaho 93-59 on Thursday night. Cody John added 20 points for the Wildcats.
Allen scores 29 to lift Idaho past Sacramento St. 94-90
Trevon Allen had a career-high 29 points as Idaho ended its 14-game losing streak, edging past Sacramento State 94-90 on Saturday night.
Nuhu blocks Idaho comeback in Portland State's 67-65 win
Sal Nuhu was a force in the final 22 seconds, blocking a shot, scooping up a defensive rebound and making two free throws as Portland State rallied past Idaho 67-65 on Thursday night.
Butler scores 21 to lead S. Utah over Idaho 85-76
Harrison Butler had a season-high 21 points plus 13 rebounds as Southern Utah stretched its home win streak to seven games, defeating Idaho 85-76 on Saturday.
Andre scores 22 to lead N. Arizona over Idaho 75-54
Bernie Andre had a season-high 22 points plus 13 rebounds as Northern Arizona rolled past Idaho 75-54 on Thursday night.
Peatling leads E. Washington over Idaho 82-57
Mason Peatling recorded 16 points and 13 rebounds to carry Eastern Washington to an 82-57 win over Idaho on Monday, the Eagles' seventh consecutive home victory.
Davis scores 16 to carry N. Colorado past Idaho 75-47
Jordan Davis posted 16 points as Northern Colorado easily beat Idaho 75-47 on Thursday night.
Frey, Blevins lift Montana St. over Idaho 86-72
Harald Frey had 17 points to lead five Montana State players in double figures as the Bobcats topped Idaho 86-72 on Saturday. Keljin Blevins added 16 points for the Bobcats. Devin Kirby chipped in 14, Sam Neumann scored 13 and Tyler Hall had 13.
Sayeed Pridgett scores 21 points; Montana routs Idaho 100-59
Sayeed Pridgett scored 21 points as Montana routed Idaho 100-59 on Thursday night for its sixth straight win.
Adams scores 23 with 14 boards, Southern Utah beats Idaho
Andre Adams had 23 points and 14 rebounds, both career highs, Monday night to help Southern Utah beat Idaho 75-64 and snap a three-game losing streak.
McCree hits 8 3s, scores 24 as NAU beats Idaho 86-73
Ted McCree hit eight 3-pointers and scored with 24 points -- both career highs -- and Bernie Andre had a double-double to help Northern Arizona beat Idaho 86-73 on Saturday night.
Portland State beats Idaho 69-53
Jamie Orme and Michael Mayhew had 11 points each, Deante Strickland added 10 points and Portland State cruised to 69-53 win over Idaho on Saturday night.
Sacramento State cruises past cold-shooting Idaho 69-48
Marcus Graves had 14 points and 10 assists as Sacramento State cruised to a 69-48 victory over Idaho on Thursday night.
Rorie scores 20 points, leads Montana over Idaho 69-51
Ahmaad Rorie made four 3-pointers and scored 20 points to lead Montana to a 69-51 victory over Idaho on Saturday night.
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Utah forward Kyle Kuzma headlines the players who will be attending the Jazz's pre-draft workout on Tuesday. Chicago State guard Fred Sims, Idaho guard Victor Sanders, Kansas forward Landon Lucas and Croatian forward Nik Slavica are also scheduled to participate, according to The Salt Lake Tribune. Utah currently holds the 24th, 30th, 42nd and 55th pick in this year's draft.
Wazzu coach Kent starts game on Idaho bench
Washington State coach Ernie Kent started Wednesday's game on his opposition's bench after winning an all-access pass to an Idaho game in a charity auction during the offseason.
Highest bidder to coach against WSU's Ernie Kent is ... Ernie Kent
The chance to sit on Idaho's bench and call the first play against Washington State was auctioned for charity. The winner? Washington State's coach.
NCB: Mag power rankings 20-16
In ESPN The Magazine's College Basketball preview, experts rank teams 20-16 in the 2013-14 college basketball season.
2013-14 Preview: Idaho Vandals
Asher Fusco previews the 2013-14 season for Idaho. While the Vandals are coming off a disappointing season, the diluted talent level in the WAC could propel them toward the top of the standings.
Georgia quick to offer Watch List RB
Many high school prospects are evaluated for months or even years before a college program extends a scholarship offer. Highlights from sophomore seasons are compared to those of junior seasons to see progression and potential.
2018-19 Big Sky Standings
| TEAM | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montana | 16-4 | - | 26-9 |
| Northern Colorado | 15-5 | 1 | 21-11 |
| Eastern Washington | 12-8 | 4 | 16-18 |
| Weber State | 11-9 | 5 | 18-15 |
| Portland State | 11-9 | 5 | 16-16 |
| Montana State | 11-9 | 5 | 15-17 |
| Southern Utah | 9-11 | 7 | 17-17 |
| Sacramento State | 8-12 | 8 | 15-16 |
| Northern Arizona | 8-12 | 8 | 10-21 |
| Idaho State | 7-13 | 9 | 11-19 |
| Idaho | 2-18 | 14 | 5-27 |
Team Stats
Points Per Game67.9
Rebounds Per Game33.1
Assists Per Game12.5
Points Allowed76.9305th
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Tournament History
| Final Fours | 0 |
| Tournament Record | 1-4 |
| Championship Seasons | None |
| Tournament Appearances | 4 |