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Big Sky Now: Basketball coverage, who's rising, who's falling behind

BIG SKY NOW PODCAST | Hagadone News Network | UPDATED 11 months, 1 week AGO
by BIG SKY NOW PODCAST
Big Sky Now brings the best sports reporters from the inland Northwest to the table to discuss Big Sky Conference football and basketball. | February 7, 2025 5:05 PM

Join co-hosts Josh Amick and Jon Allen as they break down who’s exceeding expectations and who’s struggling to find their rhythm in Big Sky Conference basketball. 



Montana and Montana State were favored to dominate, but Northern Colorado and Portland State are making waves in the standings. Meanwhile, MSU and Weber State are underperforming—what’s going wrong? 


We dive into key players, standout performances, and shifting power dynamics across the league. 


Plus, Montana State’s women’s team is on fire with a 13-game winning streak, and the top-ranked teams are gearing up for major showdowns this week. With playoff implications on the line, every game matters. 


Tune in for an in-depth look at the teams, players, and matchups shaping the Big Sky this season.



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