Northern Colorado Stuns Idaho in 8-Point Upset Victory

In a shocking turn of events, Northern Colorado pulled off a stunning 91-83 upset over Idaho, defying expectations and sending a statement to the college basketball world. The Bears, led by Quinn Denker's incredible 35-point, 7-rebound, 10-assist performance, proved that they are a force to be reckoned with, even against tougher opponents. This win is all the more impressive considering Idaho's respectable 12-9 record and net ranking of 163, making this an even more significant upset.

The game got off to a tight start, with Idaho taking a narrow 37-36 lead into halftime. However, Northern Colorado came out firing in the second half, with Denker taking charge and leading the Bears on a series of scoring runs that ultimately put the game out of reach. The Bears' 55-point second-half explosion was too much for Idaho to handle, as they struggled to keep pace with Northern Colorado's high-powered offense.

Jackson Rasmussen did his best to keep Idaho in the game, scoring 26 points and grabbing 6 rebounds, but it wasn't enough to overcome the Bears' balanced attack. Denker's supporting cast, including Brock Wisne and Zach Bloch, chipped in with 16 and 12 points, respectively, to help seal the victory.

Notably, CHD Scout's pre-game prediction had Northern Colorado winning by 3.3 points, and while the actual margin was wider, the prediction proved correct in terms of the winner. The Bears' 8-point victory margin was a reflection of their strength and resilience, and it will undoubtedly send a ripple effect through the college basketball rankings.

This upset win has real consequences for both teams' tournament chances. For Northern Colorado, the victory is a crucial Quad 4 win, which will help bolster their resume and potentially improve their seeding. On the other hand, Idaho's loss is a Quad 3 defeat, which may hurt their chances of securing a higher seed. With the Bears now sitting at 12-10, they want to build on this momentum and make a push for a stronger finish to the season.

The resume implications of this result are clear: Northern Colorado has significantly improved its tournament chances with this upset win, while Idaho must regroup and refocus to get back on track. As the season enters its final stretch, the Bears want to ride the wave of momentum generated by this victory, and Denker's impressive performance will undoubtedly be a major factor in their success. With this win, Northern Colorado has proven that it can hang with tougher opponents, and it will be interesting to see how they fare in their upcoming games.