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Nevada Wolf Pack Faces Struggling Fresno State Bulldogs Tonight
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RENO, Nevada — The Nevada Wolf Pack men’s basketball team seeks to continue its winning momentum against the Fresno State Bulldogs in a Mountain West Conference clash on Monday, February 10, 2025, at Lawlor Events Center. The game is set to tip off at 8 p.m. PST and will be broadcast live on FS1.
The Wolf Pack enters this contest with a record of 13-10 overall and 5-7 in the conference, while the Bulldogs struggle behind with a 5-19 record and 1-12 in Mountain West play. This matchup comes as Nevada looks to secure its third consecutive victory after recently defeating Air Force 74-60.
Fans should expect a game energized by the stakes. According to ESPN’s analytics, Nevada has a 95 percent chance of winning tonight given their performance and the Bulldogs’ current form. The Wolf Pack has dominated the series against Fresno State, winning 14 of the last 15 encounters, including a narrow overtime victory in their previous meeting this season.
Nevada’s strengths heading into this game include its rebounding capabilities and defensive resilience, allowing an average of just 67.6 points per game. In contrast, the Bulldogs’ defense has been a point of concern, having allowed an average of 82.5 points, ranking near the bottom of NCAA Division I basketball.
Key players for Nevada include forward Nick Davidson, who leads the team with averages of 15.8 points and 6.4 rebounds per game. Kobe Sanders also adds critical support, contributing 14.5 points and 4.1 assists per contest.
For Fresno State, Jalen Weaver will be a player to watch after scoring 20 points in their latest game against Utah State. The Bulldogs will need a strong performance from their leading scorer, Zaon Collins, who averages 13.0 points, as they look to end a six-game losing streak.
Both teams carry contrasting trajectories into this game, with Nevada surging in confidence while Fresno State yearns for stability. As the Bulldogs face a daunting challenge to halt their skid, Nevada aims to take full advantage of its home-court edge.
Tip-off is set for 8 p.m. PST at Lawlor Events Center. Fans can tune in on FS1 to catch all the action live.