PORTLAND, Ore. (Interstat) — Two teams coming off dominant season-opening victories will meet Friday when the Montana State Bobcats face the Portland Pilots in a nonconference women’s basketball game at the Chiles Center.

Both teams enter with 1-0 records after posting lopsided wins on Tuesday. Montana State rolled to a 93-41 victory over Carroll, powered by a 27-point performance from Addison Harris. Taylee Chirrick added 19 points and five rebounds, while Heidi Smith scored 16 points.

Portland was equally impressive in its opener, defeating Willamette 95-43. The Pilots’ offense was balanced, with Brynn Smith scoring a team-high 12 points. Lainey Spear and Natalie Fraley each added nine points, with Fraley contributing four assists and a block.

The matchup will be an early test for both squads before they embark on challenging stretches. Following this game, Montana State will host Minot State on Monday before a Nov. 18 home game against UNLV. Portland’s next contest is at home against Warner Pacific on Nov. 11, followed by a road game at Southern California on Nov. 18.

Tipoff is set for Friday, Nov. 7, 2025, at Portland’s Chiles Center.