PORTLAND, Ore. (Interstat) — A surging Portland State team looks to protect its home court and solidify its position atop the Big Sky Conference standings when it hosts a streaking Montana squad on Thursday, Jan. 29.

The Vikings (13-5, 5-0 Big Sky) have won seven straight games, the latest a 69-66 road victory at Idaho on Saturday. They are one of two remaining unbeaten teams in conference play.

Montana (12-9, 5-1) arrives at the Stott Center having won three consecutive games and five of its last six. The Grizzlies are coming off a 69-60 home win over Idaho State.

The matchup features two of the league’s most dynamic guards in Portland State’s Terri Miller and Montana’s Money Williams.

Miller is averaging 22.4 points during the Vikings’ win streak and is coming off a 29-point, five-rebound, four-assist performance at Idaho. He recorded a triple-double with 14 points, 10 rebounds and 13 assists in a win over Sacramento State on Jan. 10.

Williams has been a catalyst for Montana’s recent surge, scoring 20 or more points in four of the last six games. He erupted for 35 points in a win at Idaho on Jan. 8 and added 25 in a rout of Northern Arizona on Jan. 19. In the win over Idaho State, he posted 17 points and five assists.

Portland State’s defense has been a hallmark of its streak, holding opponents to an average of 60.2 points during the seven-game run. Montana’s offense has averaged 79.2 points in its five conference wins.

The Vikings have navigated a challenging early conference slate with four road wins. This game begins a critical two-game homestand before another road trip.

Montana, which started 0-2 on the road in league play, seeks its first significant conference road win after recent victories came at home or against struggling opponents.

Tipoff is set for 7 p.m. PST at the Stott Center.