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SAN LUIS OBISPO, Calif. (Interstat) — The Idaho Vandals, riding a wave of offensive momentum, will visit the Cal Poly Mustangs on Sunday in a nonconference men’s basketball clash at Robert Mott Gym. Idaho (7-4) enters having won three of its last four, including a dominant 109-55 rout of Evergreen State last Sunday. The Vandals’ attack is averaging 86.4 points per game over their last five outings. A key catalyst is junior guard Jackson Rasmussen, who is coming off a 20-point performance in just 14 minutes against Evergreen State. Over his last seven games, Rasmussen has averaged 15.4 points, showcasing consistent scoring punch. Cal Poly (5-7) looks to rebound from a narrow 83-80 home loss to Montana State on Tuesday. The Mustangs have struggled to find consistency, alternating wins and losses in their last six games. They will lean on sophomore guard Cayden Ward, who erupted for a season-high 25 points in the loss to the Bobcats. Ward has scored in double figures in five consecutive games, providing a primary offensive option for a team allowing 84.1 points per contest. The matchup pits Idaho’s high-octane offense against a Cal Poly defense seeking stability. The Vandals have proven capable on the road with notable wins at Washington State and Cal State Northridge, but also own a 15-point loss at Notre Dame. Cal Poly’s most impressive result is a road victory at Utah, yet they are 3-4 at home this season. This game serves as a final nonconference tune-up for both programs before league play begins in January. Idaho will embark on Big Sky Conference action, while Cal Poly will turn its focus to the Big West. Tipoff is scheduled for Sunday afternoon. For Idaho, Rasmussen will be supported by guards Aidan Sevilla and Kolton Mitchell, who combined for 27 points and 8 assists in the last game. Cal Poly will counter with Ward and forward Peter Bandelj, who adds 14.2 points per game. The Vandals hold the superior record, but the Mustangs have shown flashes at home, setting the stage for a competitive pre-holiday contest on the central California coast.

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