Montana Grizzlies defeat Northern Colorado, extend winning streak to five

The Montana Grizzlies men's basketball team secured an 86-78 victory over Northern Colorado, tying both teams for first place in the Big Sky Conference with a record of 9-2. Money Williams led the Grizzlies with 19 points and eight rebounds, while five players scored in double figures, showcasing the team's offensive strength with a 62% shooting percentage. The win marked Montana's fifth consecutive victory and allowed them to split the regular season series with Northern Colorado. Meanwhile, the Lady Griz also had a successful outing, defeating Northern Colorado, with Izzy Zangaro scoring 21 points and Avery Waddington contributing a double-double. Dani Bartsch, a key player for the Lady Griz, suffered a fall during the game but was seen on the bench in the second half. Both teams will face Northern Arizona next, with the men's game scheduled for Saturday.