Nevada secured a 69-59 victory over Fresno State Saturday night, fueled by strong performances from Corey Camper Jr. And Vaughn Weems.
Wolf Pack Overcome First-Half Tie
Both Camper Jr. And Weems contributed 15 points each for Nevada. Camper also recorded five rebounds, while Weems added three steals. Tyler Rolison supported the Wolf Pack offense with 11 points.
The game was closely contested in the first half, ending in a 28-28 tie. Weems led Nevada’s scoring in the first half with eight points. A free throw by Rolison with 9:51 left in the second half put Nevada ahead 46-45, a lead they would maintain for the remainder of the game.
Fresno State was led by DeShawn Gory, who scored 17 points and had four assists. Jake Heidbreder and David Douglas Jr. Each added 13 points for the Bulldogs.
With this win, Nevada’s record improves to 17-7 overall and 9-4 in the Mountain West Conference. Fresno State now stands at 11-12 overall and 5-7 in conference play.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the final score of the game?
The final score was Nevada 69, Fresno State 59.
Who led Nevada in scoring?
Corey Camper Jr. And Vaughn Weems both led Nevada in scoring with 15 points apiece.
Who led Fresno State in scoring?
DeShawn Gory led Fresno State in scoring with 17 points.
Nevada’s next steps could involve continuing to build on this momentum as they navigate the remainder of the Mountain West Conference schedule. A continued focus on strong defensive play, as demonstrated by Weems’ three steals, may prove vital.
