Despite a challenging season for the Nevada men’s basketball team, the Wolf Pack has the opportunity to make history in their final regular-season game at San Diego State’s Viejas Arena. Since joining the Mountain West in 2012, Nevada has yet to win a game at SDSU, maintaining an 0-12 record at the venue. The Wolf Pack has faced tough losses against the Aztecs over the years, with notable performances from players like Malik Story and Trey Kell.
In their most recent game at Viejas Arena on January 17, 2024, Nevada fell to SDSU 71-59 after a tough first half that saw them missing all 10 of their 3-point attempts. Despite a late-game comeback effort, the Wolf Pack was unable to overcome the Aztecs’ lead, highlighted by Jaedon LeDee’s strong performance.
Despite the challenges faced at SDSU, Nevada did have a historic win at the venue in 1998 when they defeated the Aztecs in overtime during their season opener. John Burrell, Derrick Anderson, and Calvin Criddle led the Wolf Pack to victory in a game that featured 27 lead changes and 10 ties.
As Nevada prepares to face SDSU once again on Saturday, columnist Chris Murray highlights the significance of the matchup and the opportunity for the Wolf Pack to secure their first victory at Viejas Arena in over two decades. With the Aztecs also vying for a spot in the NCAA Tournament, both teams face pressure to come out on top in their season finale.
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