Montana defeats Portland State 92-78

MISSOULA, Mont. (AP) — Brandon Whitney had 19 points in Montana's 92-78 win over Portland State on Thursday night.

Whitney shot 8 of 9 from the field and 3 for 4 from the free-throw line for the Grizzlies (14-8, 7-2 Big Sky Conference). Malik Moore shot 5 for 8, including 3 for 4 from beyond the arc to add 15 points. Joe Pridgen had 14 points and shot 6 of 11 from the field and 2 for 3 from the foul line.

Qiant Myers led the way for the Vikings (13-8, 5-3) with 28 points and four assists. Terri Miller Jr. added 25 points and six rebounds for Portland State. Jaylin Henderson also had 10 points.

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These two teams both play Saturday. Montana hosts Sacramento State and Portland State visits Montana State.

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