BOBCATS, BENGALS MEET IN BIG SKY SHOWDOWN POCATELLO, Idaho (Interstat) — The Montana State Bobcats, riding the momentum of a rivalry road win, visit the struggling Idaho State Bengals in a Big Sky Conference men’s basketball matchup Saturday at Holt Arena. Montana State (15-11) arrives after an impressive 82-71 victory at Montana on Feb. 14. The Bobcats have won three of their last five, showcasing an offense that has scored 80 or more points in four of those contests. A key catalyst is guard Jed Miller, who is averaging 18.5 points per game over his last six outings. Miller poured in 19 points and dished five assists in the win over Montana, following a 27-point performance in a Jan. 24 victory over Weber State. His backcourt play will be central to the Bobcats’ attack. Idaho State (10-17) seeks to halt a seven-game losing streak, most recently a 99-69 defeat at Idaho on Feb. 14. During the skid, the Bengals have allowed an average of 83.1 points per game. Forward Caleb Van De Griend has provided a bright spot, scoring 13 or more points in five consecutive games before being held scoreless in limited minutes in two contests prior to that run. He posted 13 points and five rebounds in the loss to Idaho. Montana State won the season’s first meeting, 74-62, in Bozeman on Jan. 22. The Bobcats have won four of the last five against Idaho State. The game tips off at 7 p.m. MST Saturday. Montana State visits Portland State next on Feb. 26. Idaho State hosts Weber State on Feb. 28.