GAME NOTES: The Weber State Wildcats will try to extend their win streak to four games tonight, as they go on the road to face off against the Sacramento State Hornets, in Big Sky Conference action from the Hornets Nest. The Wildcats have been on a tear as of late, winning three straight games against conference foes Idaho State, Montana, and Montana State. Weber State has struggled away from home this season posting a 2-8 record, and has not won on the road since December 22nd. The Wildcats are currently in sixth place in the conference and will be out to avenge an early season loss to Sacramento State on January 14th. Weber State is coming off an impressive 67-56 win over Montana State on Saturday night. As for Sacramento State, the Hornets have dropped four of their last five game, and with a win tonight could move into a tie for second place in the Big Sky standings. The Hornets have played well at home, posting a 7-2 record, but are just 2-2 in conference play at the Hornets Nest. With a win tonight, Sacramento State would complete a season sweep of Weber State for the first time in school history. The Hornets return to the floor for the first time since a 68-65 win over Portland State on Saturday night. Weber State leads the all-time series 21-3, but Sacramento State has won three of the last four meetings between the two.

Offensively, Weber State has been awful this season. The Wildcats are ranked last in the Big Sky, in scoring, averaging just 65 ppg. Poor shooting has been the reason for the Wildcats lack of production, as they are shooting just 43.6 percent from the floor. Even more disappointing has been their inability to shoot the three. The Wildcats are ranked last in the conference in three point shooting percentage, shooting just 33.9 percent from beyond the arc. Although they have struggled offensively, the Wildcats have been tenacious on the defensive end of the floor. Weber State is holding opponents to a, conference best, 67.8 ppg. The Wildcats aggressive style of defense is also forcing opponents into more than 14 turnovers per game. Coric Riggs leads the way for Weber State, averaging 14.4 points and 6.5 rebounds per game. David Paten is the only other double-figure scorer for the Wildcats, checking in at 11.2 ppg. The Wildcats relied on defense to beat Montana State on Saturday night, as the Wildcats turned 15 MSU turnovers into 21 points, en route to an 11 point victory. Riggs led the way scoring 14 points, while Clint Burris and Terrell Stovall chipped in with 14 and 11 points respectively.

Sacramento State is one of the best offensive teams in the Big Sky conference, averaging 76.3 ppg. Although the Hornets are shooting just 43.3 percent from the field, they are making more than seven three pointers per contest. Sacramento State has relied on their sharp shooting to win games, as opponents are scoring 72.4 ppg against them. Whether it is poor defense, or bad luck, the Hornets have been unable to stop their opponents on the perimeter. Sacramento State´s opponents are shooting 46.2 percent from the field. DaShawn Freeman has been the leader for the Hornets, averaging 14.1 and 5.5 assists per game. Freeman is joined by Jason Harris, who is averaging 14.3 points and 5.4 rebounds per contest, despite starting just 16 games. In Saturday night´s win over Portland State, the Hornets stepped up the defense, forcing PSU to turn the ball over 18 times, en route to a three point victory. Clark Woods led the way with a game-high 16 points, while Haron Hargrave added 13 points in the win.

Weber State is playing its best basketball of the season right now, but does not have the offensive firepower to stay with Sacramento State. The Hornets have been tough at home, and should complete their first-ever sweep of Weber State with a win tonight.

Predicted Outcome

Sacramento State 72, Weber State 65.