ncaab Game Recap
Recap - Portland State Defeats Idaho State 73-69
Idaho State was scorched by Khalid Thomas for 27 points as Portland State defeated them 73-69 in NCAA action on Saturday.
Portland State earned a straight-up victory but suffered an ATS defeat in failing to cover the -7.0-point spread.
Portland State got 17 points from Ezekiel Alley and another 9 points from Damion Squire. Damion Squire contributed 2 assists, while Khalid Thomas cleaned the glass with 7 rebounds.
Idaho State got a 14-point performance from Tarik Cool, who was supported by 13 points from Malik Porter. Tarik Cool had 6 assists in a losing cause for Idaho State, while Jared Rodriguez grabbed 10 rebounds.
Portland State trailed at halftime, 34-25.
The rebound battle favored Idaho State as they grabbed 41 boards, while Portland State only had 26
Portland State looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Idaho. Idaho State will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Southern Utah.