Washington State Cougars (6-2) vs. Nevada Wolf Pack (6-1)
Washington State Cougars vs. Nevada Wolf Pack December 2 2024 – Expect a fierce rivalry between the Washington State Cougars and the Nevada Wolf Pack after both displayed great form in the opening part of the season. Washington however has a record of 6-2 going into this game which shows some grit. Conversely, the other side, Nevada stands at a stunning 6-1 for the early goings of this season. This match that takes place on Monday at the Lawlor Events Center will be important for both teams as they seek to boost their positions on the standings.
Washington State Cougars vs. Nevada Wolf Pack December 2 2024 Game Info
| When: | Monday, December 2, 2024 at 10:00 PM ET |
| Where: | Lawlor Events Center |
| TV: | — |
| Stream: | Sofascore |
Washington State Cougars vs. Nevada Wolf Pack Betting Odds
| Team | Moneyline | Spread | Total |
| Washington State | +400 | +8.5 (-110) | 146 over (-110) |
| Nevada | -550 | -8.5 (-110) | 146 under (-110) |
At the moment, there is a high chance that Nevada will win the game as they have a moneyline of -550 and they are the favorites by 8.5 points in the spread. Furthermore, there is a total of 146 in the game, with both over and under being offered at even odds. Washington State has a +400 moneyline which bettors might find reasonable as they have been winning on the road so it might be worthwhile to bet on them as the underdogs.
Nate Calmese (Guard) vs. Nick Davidson (Forward)
The standout guard Nate Calmese has played all 8 games for the Washington State Cougars and averaged 29.1 minutes. His 17.5 ppg are essential for the Cougars as well as his decent assists and steals, which show his all-round gameplay. The energetic moves Nate makes on the court are offset by his frequent turnovers which if they recur could be detrimental in a crucial fixture.
Nick Davidson is having a similar impact on the Nevada side as he has played all 7 matches and on average spent slightly over 32 minutes on the court. Being efficient with his shooting at 62.9% whilst averaging 17 points a game, Davidson, a capable rebounder is equally effective shooting 3s at 61.1% 3-point shooting. His ability to fill all the necessary roles will help in managing the tempo and the distance of the game.
The game’s outcome may depend largely on the strengths the two players bring to the court. The conflict of Calmese’s playmaking and speed with Davidson’s ability to score and rebounding would be interesting to watch since it may determine which team would tilt the game to their side.
Cougars’ Strategic Execution
The Washington State Cougars have been scoring freely, averaging eighty-three point eight points shooting forty-eight percent from the field. The Cougars extended defenses with nine-point-six three-pointers made a game at thirty-four point four percent effectiveness. The Cougars, however, must limit turnovers which are currently at a disappointing fifteen a game as this can allow Nevada to score easily on fast breaks.
Wolf Pack’s Tactical Precision
The Nevada Wolf Pack do score slightly less at 78.9 points per game on average, but they are more effective, especially with regard to three-point shooting at a high percentage of 46.6%. Their good defensive style alongside committing only 11 turnovers per game helps them stay calm in tight competition. Based on the home record as well as the performance against the spread, Nevada seems to be quite effective in utilizing the home ground against Washington State.
Washington State Cougars Betting Trends
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Washington State’s last 5 games.
Washington State are 6-2 SU in their last 8 games.
Washington State are 4-1 SU in their last 5 games on the road.
Washington State are 1-6 ATS in their last 7 games against an opponent in the Mountain West conference.
The total has gone UNDER in 16 of Washington State’s last 20 games played in December.
Nevada Wolf Pack Betting Trends
Nevada are 6-1 ATS in their last 7 games.
The total has gone UNDER in 4 of Nevada’s last 6 games.
Nevada are 6-1 SU in their last 7 games.
Nevada are 5-0 ATS in their last 5 games at home.
Nevada are 5-0 ATS in their last 5 games against an opponent in the West Coast conference.
Washington State Cougars vs. Nevada Wolf Pack Betting Previews
Due to the high stakes and analysis of both teams’ defensive records along with their history of games scoring under the asked goals, this encounter is expected to be tightly contested with a heavy reliance on defensive patterns. Washington State, even coming into the game as the underdog, may certainly cover the spread based on the fact that they have good scoring abilities and a positive record away from the nest.
Nevada is a safer bet with an impeccable home ATS record and strong overall play. Yet, bettors should note how conference dynamics influence betting trends, as historical performances in these games often sway the outcomes significantly.
Score Prediction: Nevada 74, Washington State 68.
