Montana Rallies From 18 Down, Stuns Idaho in Second-Half Surge

MISSOULA, Mont. (Interstat) — Montana staged a dramatic second-half comeback to defeat Idaho 73-68 in a Big Sky Conference men’s basketball game Saturday at Dahlberg Arena.

The Vandals built an 18-point lead and led 29-19 at halftime, but the Grizzlies erupted for 54 second-half points to overtake them. Montana’s offense, which shot 48% from the field and 44% from 3-point range, overcame 15 turnovers.

Biko Johnson led Idaho with 22 points. Montana’s balanced attack featured Te’Jon Sawyer with 13 points and Money Williams with 14. The Grizzlies improved to 14-11 overall, while the Vandals fell to 13-11.