The Nevada Wolfpack opened their 2025-26 season with a strong home showing against
Louisiana Tech on November 4th, defeating the Bulldogs 77-50. Nevada jumped out early and set the tone with a dominant first half. They built a 34–18 halftime lead, fueled by a 12–1 run early in the game and capped by an 11–0 surge to close the first half. The Wolf Pack were led by Chuck Bailey III, who scored 24 points, shooting 7-of-11 from the field and knocking down five of seven three-pointers.
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Another contributor: Tayshawn Comer added 10 points and five rebounds in 19 minutes. Nevada shot 44.6% from the field and 30.0% from three-point range, while Louisiana Tech managed just 36.0% overall and 13.6% from three. On the boards, the Wolf Pack dominated 45–26 and converted 17 offensive rebounds into 21 second-chance points a decisive factor in the win. What really stood out was Nevada’s defensive intensity and
rebounding dominance, holding Louisiana Tech scoreless from beyond the arc in the first half.
The lopsided rebound margin and second-chance points underscored Nevada’s physical edge. From an offensive perspective, the Wolf Pack displayed balance and efficiency—Bailey’s hot shooting got the headlines, but the team shared the ball well (16 assists on 25 made field goals) and got meaningful contributions from their bench and new-look roster. Coach Steve Alford remarked that while the team doesn’t yet have an established identity, he liked the defensive habits forming early.
Even though Nevada controlled the game, there are still areas worth
watching: their three-point shooting percentage (6-for-20) suggests room for improvement. Also, with many new faces on the roster, consistency and chemistry will be important as the season unfolds. After losing star forward Nick Davidson — who led the Wolf Pack in points and rebounds and earned Third Team All-American honors in his final season last year — the question now is who will step up to fill the void. Even so, opening the season with a 27-point win is a strong statement for Nevada.
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The victory shows the Wolf Pack have the defensive mindset and rebounding toughness to make noise this season. If Nevada can build around the performances of Bailey, Comer, and their supporting cast while tightening up their shooting and rotations, this team could exceed expectations. The hope is that they can maintain this foundation as the season progresses and the competition grows tougher. The Pack will look to carry this momentum into their next matchups, hosting two more home appearances before getting on the road to face Santa Clara on November 15.
