Preview: Denver Pioneers at Idaho State Bengals POCATELLO, Idaho (Interstat) — The Denver Pioneers look to build on their best offensive performance of the season when they visit the Idaho State Bengals in a non-conference men’s basketball game Saturday at Holt Arena. Denver (3-5) is coming off a 93-89 home win over Eastern Washington on Wednesday, snapping a two-game skid. The Pioneers’ offense, which was held under 75 points in three straight losses prior, found its rhythm behind guard Jeremiah Burke’s 23 points. Burke has been a key barometer for Denver, scoring 23 or more points in three of the team’s wins this season, including the season-opening victory at Montana State. Idaho State (5-4) enters on a two-game win streak after a 68-59 road victory at Missouri-Kansas City on Wednesday. The Bengals have shown a balanced attack, with guard Jamison Guerra facilitating as a primary distributor. Guerra is averaging 5.3 assists over his last three contests and will be central to managing the Idaho State offense against Denver’s defense. The matchup pits Denver’s sporadic high-scoring potential against an Idaho State team that has relied on defense during its winning streak, holding its last two opponents to an average of 54.5 points. The Pioneers are 1-4 on the road this season, with their lone win coming in a tight 75-73 game at Montana State. The Bengals are 3-1 at home, with the only blemish a three-point loss to Sam Houston. For Denver, sustaining the momentum from Wednesday’s win is critical before returning home for a three-game stand. Burke’s scoring alongside contributions from Julius Rollins and Zane Nelson, who combined for 35 points against Eastern Washington, will be needed. Idaho State aims to protect its home court and secure a winning non-conference record before heading to Utah Valley next week. The Bengals will look to control the tempo through Guerra and exploit a Denver defense that has allowed an average of 91 points in its five losses. Tipoff is set for Saturday, Dec. 6, in Pocatello.