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Big Sky Tournament - Montana State vs Sacramento State Final: 74-71 - Recap
Montana State grabbed a 74-71 win over Sacramento State on Tuesday, behind a 19-point effort from Robert Ford III at Idaho Central Arena.
Montana State earned a straight-up victory but suffered an ATS defeat in failing to cover the -5.0-point spread.
Sam Lecholat had 13 points for Montana State and Brandon Walker chipped in with 13 points. Eddie Turner III had 4 assists for them, while Sam Lecholat was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 11 boards.
Sacramento State got 16 points from Austin Patterson in a losing cause and another 12 points from Emil Skytta. Austin Patterson contributed 4 assists for them, while Bo Beatty had 7 rebounds.
Montana State was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
Montana State had a 35-29 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.