Nevada Faces UNLV in Rivalry Game

The Nevada men's basketball team is set to face off against UNLV in a longstanding rivalry game in Reno, with both teams holding an 11-10 record this season. Nevada is considered the favorite with a 71% chance of winning according to ESPN Analytics. UNLV recently lost to Utah State 76-71, despite a strong comeback effort led by Dedan Thomas Jr. who scored 22 points. UNLV's coach, Kevin Kruger, praised his team's resilience but acknowledged the challenges of upcoming games. Meanwhile, North Carolina suffered a 73-65 defeat to Pittsburgh due to costly turnovers and a late collapse, marking a difficult season with a Quad 1 record of 1-8. Both teams look to rebound from their recent losses as they approach their next matchups.