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Utah State Aggies vs Nevada Wolf Pack Betting Picks & Predictions

Game time: December 31, 2024 at 10:00 PM ET

Venue: Lawlor Events Center — Reno, NV

Article updated Dec 31, 6:18 AM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

On New Year's Eve, the Utah State Aggies will face off against the Nevada Wolf Pack in a Mountain West Conference matchup at Lawlor Events Center in Reno, NV. Last season,

Game outlook

On New Year's Eve, the Utah State Aggies will face off against the Nevada Wolf Pack in a Mountain West Conference matchup at Lawlor Events Center in Reno, NV. Last season, Utah State suffered a 77-63 home defeat against Nevada and will be looking for revenge in this game. Utah State opens as slight 2.5-point road underdogs, while Nevada is the favorite with a -3 opening line that has not moved. This Utah State vs. Nevada matchup promises to be an exciting one for college hoops betting enthusiasts.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Aggies +133 | Wolf Pack -161

Spread: Aggies +3 (-110) | Wolf Pack -3 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 144.25 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Nevada will win straight-up is 62%.

Utah State Aggies

The Utah State Aggies recently put an end to their ten-game winning streak with a surprising home loss, but have since bounced back with impressive road wins. Led by senior guard Ian Martinez and sophomore guard Mason Falslev, the Aggies have shown strong offensive and defensive capabilities, ranking well in various statistical categories. With a 12-1 record this season, the Aggies currently hold a power ranking of 38 and are positioned well in both offense and defense. Their performance has earned them a No. 27 spot in the NCAA NET Rankings. For those interested in betting on their games, utilizing sportsbook promo codes could provide additional earning opportunities.

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Nevada Wolf Pack Analysis

The Nevada Wolf Pack recently concluded their non-conference schedule with wins over South Dakota State and Texas Southern. However, they have started conference play with two losses to Colorado State and Wyoming. In the latest game against Wyoming, Nevada struggled defensively, allowing the Cowboys to hit several key three-pointers. Junior forward Nick Davidson and senior guard Kobe Sanders led the team in scoring. Overall, Nevada ranks 79th in power rankings and 165th in offense, averaging 76.58 points per game. They excel in three-point shooting but struggle with defensive rebounds and turnovers. Against Utah State, Nevada has a 2-1 record in their last three matchups.

Contrasting Playing Styles Set the Stage for Nevada vs. Utah State Showdown

The upcoming game between Nevada and Utah State will showcase contrasting playing styles. Nevada tends to prioritize a slower pace, focusing on finding open opportunities, while Utah State adopts a faster approach. With their superior team depth and strong rebounding capabilities, Utah State is favored to outperform Nevada. Ranked 19th in offensive rebound percentage nationally, the Aggies demonstrate a more aggressive performance compared to their opponent. This aggressive style could be a determining factor in what is expected to be a closely contested match. Furthermore, Utah State has a favorable track record of 4-1 ATS in their last five games, while Nevada has struggled with a 2-4 ATS record in their recent matches. Based on these factors, the Aggies are predicted to cover the spread in the upcoming game.

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SportsJaw Aggies vs Wolf Pack archived game preview contains historical odds and availability that may no longer be current. View history of past Aggies vs Wolf Pack matchups or learn how our predictions work.

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Utah State Aggies+133 → +145Moved
  • Moneyline · Nevada Wolf Pack-161 → -165Moved
  • Spread · Utah State Aggies+3 (-110) → +3.5 (-110)Moved
  • Spread · Nevada Wolf Pack-3 (-110) → -3.5 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Over144.25 (-110) → 145 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under144.25 (-110) → 145 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

Utah State Aggies
29-7 matchup record · 5-5-0 ATS · 2-7-1 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Nevada Wolf Pack
24-13 matchup record · 5-5-0 ATS · 2-8-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2024-12-31T11:18:06.031Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

No verified injury or availability note was included in the published matchup research.

Recent head-to-head

  • 2024-02-06Nevada Wolf Pack 77 · Utah State Aggies 63
Final result

Matchup pick recap

Utah State Aggies defeated Nevada Wolf Pack 69-64

Utah State Aggies defeated Nevada Wolf Pack 69-64 on December 31, 2024, a 5-point decision in the series. Utah State Aggies' strongest period was the 2nd half, when it outscored its opponent 41-31. Against SportsJaw's recorded Utah State Aggies +3.5 (-110) spread, Utah State Aggies covered, while the 133 combined points finished under the recorded total of 145.

SportsJaw editorial picks

  • Projected winnerNo published selectionUnavailable

Tipster picks

  • StevedSpread · Utah State Aggies +3 (-110)Win
  • CoolioTotal · Under 144 (-110)Win