When: 2 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 12
What: Portland State (12-3, 2-0 BSC) vs. Idaho State (9-4, 1-0 BSC)
Where: Stott Center
On the air: Play-by-play audio on www.Goviks.com
Probable Starters:
Idaho State G Jenna Brown G Andrea Lightfoot 16.3 ppg, 5 rebounds, 3 assistsF Devin Diehl F Michelle Grohs C Natalie Doma 23.2 ppg, 12.7 rebounds
Portland StateG Claire FaucherG Lexi BishopF Delaney ConwayF Kelsey KahleF Kelly Valentine
Stars: Lightfoot, who shoots the three at 55.4 percent, pads the stat sheet in any way possible, averaging 16.3 points, five rebounds and three assists per contest. Kalhe and 6-foot-2 sophomore forward Erin Yankus will need to join forces to contain Doma, a 6-foot-3 center who tickles the twine for Big Sky best 23.2 points and pulls in 12.7 rebounds each game.
Just a taste: Coming into this weekend, the Vikings are 4-0 at home, and will seek to capitalize on what could be a large crowd as Viking backers look to fill the Stott Center and set the all-time attendance record for a women’s home game. An NCAA Tournament team a year ago, Idaho State presents a formidable challenge. Portland State should look to keep sharpshooting Idaho State off the foul line, as the Bengals lead the nation in free throw percentage at 84.1 percent.