Portland State men's basketball team secured a 77-67 victory over Idaho Vandals at home, maintaining their lead in the Big Sky Conference. Key players included Kensie Jr., who scored 24 points and made a crucial steal and dunk, and Henderson, who added 20 points and 10 assists. The game drew a record crowd of 2,180 fans, surpassing previous attendance marks, and was the Vikings' first nationally televised game at Viking Pavilion. Portland State's win keeps them in top position with an 18-7 overall record and 12-2 in conference play. The team expressed strong motivation to reach March Madness. The game was part of a busy sports and local news day, with other highlights including investigations, weather updates, and community events in Portland.