Match Analysis: Montana Grizzlies vs Cal Poly Mustangs – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-11-15
- Time: 2:00 AM UTC
- Location: Dahlberg Arena, Montana (home court)
Game Overview
Montana Grizzlies (3-1) face Cal Poly Mustangs (2-2) at home in a Missouri Valley Conference matchup. Montana is favored as a strong home team with solid offensive and defensive metrics, while Cal Poly struggles in away fixtures and against strong defenses.
Key Factors to Consider
- Montana has a 3-1 record, averaging 87.3 PPG scoring efficiency (61st nationally), with a strong rebounding presence (26th nationally). Cal Poly holds a 2-2 record but has lost 12 consecutive Friday non-conference games.
- Montana has historically dominated this matchup, especially at home, with Montana winning all last 19 night games at Dahlberg Arena and leading first halves in last six home games against Big West Conference opponents.
- No key injury reports affecting starting lineups or rotations available at this time, both teams appear healthy.
- Montanaβs home court advantage is significant with strong crowd support and a consistent winning record on their home floor. Cal Poly faces fatigue from travel and historically poor Friday night away performances.
- Montana is highly motivated to maintain home dominance and assert conference strength early, while Cal Poly aims to bounce back from recent away struggles but lacks momentum and depth.
Odds and Predictions
| Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Montana -230, Cal Poly +184 | Montana Grizzlies | β β β β β 78% |
| Spread | Montana -4.5 -118, Cal Poly +4.5 -102 | Montana Grizzlies -4.5 | β β β β β 75% |
| Over/under | Over 170.5 -114, Under 170.5 -112 | Under 170.5 | β β β ββ 65% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
| Market | EV Pick |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | Montana Grizzlies 0% |
| Spread | N/A |
| Over/Under | Under 170.5 14% |
π₯ Best Value Pick: Under 170.5 at 14% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 15.2% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Montana Grizzlies to win and cover the spread with total points likely under 170.5
Predicted Score: Montana Grizzlies 84 – Cal Poly Mustangs 66