BOZEMAN, Mont. (Interstat) — Montana State used a decisive advantage at the free-throw line to secure a 73-66 victory over Idaho in a Big Sky Conference men’s basketball game Thursday night at Brick Breeden Fieldhouse.

The Bobcats (14-10) built a 10-point halftime lead and fended off a second-half push from the Vandals (13-10). Montana State shot 26 for 30 from the foul line, while Idaho attempted only nine free throws, making eight.

Kolton Mitchell led all scorers with 21 points for Idaho. Montana State had a balanced attack with Jed Miller scoring 15 points, Patrick McMahon adding 14 and Jeremiah Davis contributing 11. The Bobcats forced 14 turnovers and blocked seven shots.