The Long Beach State Beach will play against the Montana State Bobcats in a non-conference game. This game will take place at the Brick Breeden Fieldhouse in Bozeman, Montana. Fans can catch the action on ESPN+ on Saturday, November 7, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET.
Long Beach State enters this game with an overall record of 0-1. They lost their opening game against Utah by a narrow margin of 66-63. Key players McCaden Adams and Yohann Sissoko showed strong performances, scoring 21 and 15 points respectively.
Montana State also holds a 0-1 record after their first game. The Bobcats fell to Colorado State with a final score of 84-74. Jeremiah Davis led the team with 17 points, while Howie Keene added 15 points in their effort.
Montana State vs Long Beach State At a Glance
- Game Date & Time: November 7, 2026 at 3:00 PM ET
- Venue: Brick Breeden Fieldhouse, Bozeman MT
- TV Channel: ESPN+
- Long Beach State Record: 0-1
- Montana State Record: 0-1
- Game Favorite: Montana State with a spread of -10.5
Montana State Bobcats Seek Victory in Upcoming Game
Offensive Performance
The Montana State Bobcats average 74 points per game. They have a possession rate of 71.7 per game. The team attempts 62 field goals on average.
Their field goal percentage sits at 40.3%. This places them in the lower range among teams. However, they show potential with 12 three-pointers made per game.
Key Players
Jeremiah Davis leads with 17 points and 5 rebounds in his last game. His field goal rate is 66.7%. Howie Keene also contributes with 15 points per game.
Christian King adds 13 points and 7 rebounds. His field goal percentage is 30.8%. These players are crucial in the team's scoring efforts.
Defensive Insights
Montana State records an average of 12 steals per game. They achieve 1 block per game, showing strength in defense. Turnovers are kept to 11 per game.
Fouling remains a challenge with 23 fouls per game. Improving discipline in this area could enhance their defensive performance.
Betting Trends
- SU Last 3: 0-1 (0.0%)
- ATS Last 3: 1-0 (100.0%)
- O/U Last 3: 1-0 (100.0%)
Montana State has struggled straight up but excelled against the spread. Their over/under performance is also positive. Monitoring these trends can guide bettors in future games.
Long Beach State Beach: A Look at Their Season Stats and Upcoming Game
Team Overview
Long Beach State Beach basketball team is not off to the best start this season. Their points per game average sits at 63.0, which ranks them 334th. This places them near the bottom when it comes to scoring.
Their field goal percentage is 39.6, which is also quite low, ranking at 303rd. They attempt around 53 field goals per game, which means they aren't getting many chances either.
Key Players
McCaden Adams has been a standout with 21 points in the recent game. He played 33 minutes and had a field goal percentage of 36.8. Adams also contributed with 3 rebounds and 2 assists.
Yohann Sissoko scored 15 points with an impressive 66.7 field goal percentage. He also added 5 rebounds and 2 assists to his performance.
Offensive Performance
The team makes about 10 three-pointers per game, ranking them 105th. Their 3-point shooting percentage is strong at 40.0, putting them in 73rd place.
However, their free throw shooting needs improvement. They make 11 free throws per game, and their percentage is only 61.1, ranking 347th.
Defensive Stats
On defense, the Beach averages 11 steals per game, ranking them 378th. They also average 3 blocks per game, which is 174th in ranking.
They manage to keep their turnovers low at 10 per game, a good ranking at 74th. However, their defense needs to tighten up on fouls, as they commit 16 per game.
Betting Trends
- SU Last 3: 0-1 (0.0%)
- SU Last 5: 0-1 (0.0%)
- SU Last 10: 0-1 (0.0%)
- SU All Games: 0-1 (0.0%)
- SU as Underdog: 0-1 (0.0%)
- ATS Last 3: 1-0 (100.0%)
- ATS Last 5: 1-0 (100.0%)
- ATS Last 10: 1-0 (100.0%)
- ATS All Games: 1-0 (100.0%)
- ATS as Underdog: 1-0 (100.0%)
- O/U Last 3: 0-1 (0.0%)
- O/U Last 5: 0-1 (0.0%)
- O/U Last 10: 0-1 (0.0%)
- O/U All Games: 0-1 (0.0%)
Montana State vs Long Beach State Prediction: Over 146.5
Montana State and Long Beach State both have shown the ability to score, with Montana State averaging 74.0 points per game. Long Beach State, while lower at 63.0 points per game, has a strong 3-point shooting percentage at 40.0%. Both teams' offensive stats suggest they can combine to push the total over 146.5.
Montana State's fast pace with 71.7 possessions per game will likely speed up the game. This could benefit both teams in racking up points. The high number of three-point attempts by Montana State can lead to quick scoring bursts.
Defensively, neither team excels in holding opponents to low scores. Montana State allows 74 points per game, and Long Beach State's defensive numbers suggest they might struggle as well. This sets up for a game where scoring can be high on both ends.
Given the statistics and trends, the total going over 146.5 is a strong pick. A projected score of Montana State 78 - Long Beach State 71 aligns with this prediction.
- Montana State vs Long Beach State Prediction: Over 146.5
- Montana State vs Long Beach State Score: Montana State 78 - Long Beach State 71
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