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Fresno State Bulldogs to Face Nevada Wolf Pack in Conference Showdown - Nevada Opens as Heavy Betting Favorite

The Fresno State Bulldogs (5-19, 1-12 MWC) will face off against the Nevada Wolf Pack (13-10, 5-7 MWC) in a conference matchup. Nevada previously defeated Fresno State in overtime earlier this season. Fresno State is coming off a loss to Utah State but managed to cover as underdogs, while Nevada won their last game against Air Force. Tipoff is set for 11:00 EST on FS1, with Nevada opening as the -14.5 betting favorite. Stay tuned for our Fresno State vs. Nevada prediction.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Bulldogs +780 | Wolf Pack -1350
• Spread: Bulldogs +14.5 (-110) | Wolf Pack -14.5 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 142 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Nevada will win straight-up is 93%.

Fresno St. vs Nevada Stats

Fresno St. Bulldogs

The Fresno State Bulldogs are determined to bounce back from a losing streak, with only one conference win so far this season. Despite struggles, Jalen Weaver has been a standout player, leading the team in scoring and three-point shooting. With key players like Amar Augillard sidelined due to injury, Zaon Collins has stepped up as a top scorer alongside Alex Crawford. The team plays at a fast pace but ranks low in offensive and defensive efficiency. Heading into this matchup, Fresno State ranks 231st in offense and 357th in defense, averaging 72.52 points scored and 82.17 points allowed per game. Defensively, they struggle to limit opponents' field goal percentage and three-point shooting. Despite challenges, the Bulldogs are focused on turning their season around and securing a much-needed win.

Nevada Wolf Pack Analysis

The Nevada Wolfpack have shown positive momentum with recent wins over UNLV and Air Force, bringing them to 5-7 in league play. Led by forward Nick Davidson who averages 15.8 PPG, the team will need to win the MWC Tournament to advance to the NCAA Tournament. They are currently ranked 82nd overall and play at a slower pace compared to other teams. Despite their offensive and defensive rankings, Nevada is not projected to make the cut for the NCAA Tournament according to Bracketology.

Fresno State Struggles Continue as Nevada Looks to Extend Win Streak

In light of Fresno State's loss of their leading scorer in December, the team has faced challenges in recovering, resulting in a position near the bottom of the MWC standings, only marginally ahead of Air Force. Conversely, Nevada has demonstrated significant strength, evidenced by their recent 10-point victory against Air Force while covering the spread. In contrast, Fresno State has struggled to cover significant point differentials when playing as the underdog, notably failing to cover spreads of 19.5 against Boise State and 21.5 against New Mexico in conference matches. With an offensive efficiency ranking of 279th, Fresno State faces a formidable opponent in Nevada, who ranks in the top 100 in defensive efficiency. Given these factors, Nevada is expected to secure their third consecutive victory and cover the spread. It is advisable to wager on Nevada covering in this matchup.

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