BOISE, Idaho (Interstat) — Portland State used a dominant second half to pull away from Idaho State for an 85-78 men’s basketball victory Sunday at CenturyLink Arena. The game was a Big Sky Conference contest.

The teams were tied 36-36 at halftime, but the Vikings outscored the Bengals 49-42 after the break to secure the win. The victory improved Portland State’s overall record to 20-10, while Idaho State fell to 13-20.

Key performances propelled Portland State’s second-half surge. The Vikings’ efficiency after intermission proved decisive in the seven-point victory.