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Nevada Wolf Pack set to take on San Jose State Spartans in Mountain West Conference showdown

On Friday, February 14, 2025, the Nevada Wolf Pack will face off against the San Jose State Spartans in a Mountain West Conference matchup at Provident Credit Union Event Center in San Jose, CA. Nevada previously defeated San Jose State with a score of 75-64 as a 13.5-point favorite on January 18. Nevada is currently favored by -5.5 points in the upcoming game. For more information on this matchup and other NCAAB picks for Friday night, continue reading our Nevada vs. San Jose State prediction.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Wolf Pack -210 | Spartans +172
• Spread: Wolf Pack -5.5 (-110) | Spartans +5.5 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 135.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Nevada will win straight-up is 68%.

Nevada vs San Jose St. Stats

Nevada Wolf Pack

In February, the Nevada Wolf Pack bounced back from a three-game losing streak with three consecutive victories, including a dominant win over Fresno State. Junior forward Nick Davidson led the team with 25 points and six assists in the game. Overall, Nevada scores 112.8 points per 100 possessions and allows 105.2 points in return. The team is ranked 75th in the NCAA NET Rankings. Offensively, they rank 209th, scoring 73.38 points per game and shooting 48.09% from the field. Defensively, they rank 66th, allowing 67.63 points per game and holding opponents to 43.02% shooting from the field. They have a record of 14-10 this season. Additionally, Nevada averages 33.42 rebounds per game and has a turnover average of 11.17. On defense, they allow 35.79% of three-pointers to be made and grab 29.88 defensive rebounds per game.

San Jose St. Spartans Analysis

The San Jose State Spartans have had a mixed start to February, with wins against Air Force and Fresno State followed by losses to Boise State and San Diego State. Despite covering a 9.5-point spread in their last game, the Spartans suffered a tough loss to San Diego State after blowing a halftime lead. Key players like Josh Uduje and Will McClendon have been sidelined with injuries, impacting the team's performance. San Jose State ranks 168th in the NCAA NET Rankings and has a balanced offensive and defensive performance. They have a power ranking of 272 and are ranked 194th for offense and 221st for defense. The team has a record of 12-14 overall and has shown strength in shooting from the field and free throw line, but struggles with defensive rebounds and turnovers. Their next game against Nevada will be a challenging matchup to watch.

Nevada Expected to Dominate San Jose State in Rebounding Battle

San Jose State put up a strong fight against SDSU, despite missing key players, ultimately resulting in a heart-wrenching loss for the team. They will need to regroup and prepare for their next challenging matchup. Nevada has been performing exceptionally well in their recent games, especially in terms of rebounding. Nick Davidson, in particular, is expected to dominate in the paint against the Spartans. In their previous meeting this season, Nevada outrebounded San Jose State and Davidson significantly contributed to their victory with 23 points, seven rebounds, and four assists. Given the stark differences in rebounding capabilities between the two teams, Nevada is favored to emerge victorious in this matchup. Their strong defensive turnover percentage also indicates they will likely disrupt San Jose State's offensive strategies effectively.

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