Nevada Wolf Pack Defeats Air Force Falcons 81-66
Saturday, January 17, 2026, 4:00 PM ET · Clune Arena
Nevada Wolf Pack 81, Air Force Falcons 66, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Nevada Wolf Pack vs Air Force Falcons?
Nevada Wolf Pack beat Air Force Falcons 81-66 at Clune Arena on January 17, 2026.
Who was favored in Nevada Wolf Pack vs Air Force Falcons?
Nevada Wolf Pack were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -1450 (about 94% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive victory, the Nevada Wolf Pack defeated the Air Force Falcons 81-66 at Clune Arena. This matchup showcased the stark contrast in the teams' recent performances, with Nevada boasting a strong away record of 13-5 compared to Air Force's struggling home record of 3-15. The game highlighted Nevada's offensive prowess and Air Force's ongoing challenges as they extended their losing streak to ten consecutive games.
Nevada entered the game with a record of 8-2 over their last ten outings, although they were coming off a loss against Utah State, where they scored 62 points. Their scoring average in that span stood at 75.7 points per game while allowing 69.4 points. In contrast, Air Force had not won in their last ten games, averaging just 56.3 points scored per game while conceding an average of 76.8 points. Their last five games were particularly dismal, with an average of 53.6 points scored and 79.0 points allowed.
The game began with both teams trying to establish their rhythm, but it quickly became evident that Nevada was the stronger side. The Wolf Pack's ability to score was reflected in their consistent performance throughout the game. They were able to maintain a significant lead, with scoring plays that included a notable 23-foot three-point jumper by Lucas Hobin, assisted by Justin Hinds, which pushed their lead to 75-58 in the second half. This was followed by a layup from Vaughn Weems, further extending their advantage.
Air Force struggled to keep pace, with their scoring efforts often falling short against Nevada's defense. Despite a few bright moments, such as Ethan Greenberg making a driving layup, the Falcons could not mount a significant comeback. The game saw Air Force's inability to capitalize on their home court advantage, as they managed only 66 points, a number that has been indicative of their recent struggles.
Historically, this matchup has not favored Air Force, as they fell to Nevada in their previous two meetings during the 2025 season, losing 60-74 at home and 62-68 away. The current game added to this unfavorable record, further emphasizing the challenges the Falcons face against the Wolf Pack.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details, but the overall performance of Air Force suggests they may be dealing with issues affecting their lineup, contributing to their poor form. The betting market reflected the expectations surrounding this game, with DraftKings setting the odds at -14.5 for Nevada, indicating a strong belief in their capability to win by a significant margin. The total points line was set at 134.5, suggesting an anticipated competitive scoring environment, although the actual scoring reflected a more dominant performance from Nevada.
As the game concluded, the final score of 81-66 underscored Nevada's strength and Air Force's struggles, leaving spectators to ponder the future for the Falcons as they continue to seek their first win in over ten games. The conditions at Clune Arena did not seem to favor the home team, and they will need to regroup and reassess their strategy moving forward.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | NEV -14.5 | 134.5 o -110 / u -110 | Nevada Wolf Pack -1450 · Air Force Falcons +850 |
Leaders
- PointsLucas Hobin22Air Force Falcons
- AssistsKam Sanders6Air Force Falcons
- ReboundsLucas Hobin4Air Force Falcons
- PointsCorey Camper Jr.23Nevada Wolf Pack
- AssistsTayshawn Comer4Nevada Wolf Pack
- ReboundsCorey Camper Jr.9Nevada Wolf Pack
Recent form
Air Force Falcons
Last 10: 0-10Streak L1056.3 scored · 76.8 allowed per game0-5 at home
- L62-70at San José State SpartansJan 14
- L49-91vs New Mexico LobosJan 10
- L62-99vs Utah State AggiesJan 7
- L39-67at UNLV RebelsJan 3
- L56-68vs Wyoming CowboysDec 30
- L58-81at San Diego State AztecsDec 18
- L56-61at Navy MidshipmenDec 7
- L65-80vs Pacific TigersDec 4
- L63-80at South Dakota CoyotesNov 29
- L53-71vs Northern Colorado BearsNov 26
Nevada Wolf Pack
Last 10: 8-2Streak L175.7 scored · 69.4 allowed per game3-1 away
- L62-71at Utah State AggiesJan 15
- W92-83vs Wyoming CowboysJan 11
- L68-73vs San Diego State AztecsJan 7
- W66-65at Fresno State BulldogsJan 4
- W75-62at Colorado State RamsDec 31
- W81-66vs Boise State BroncosDec 21
- W78-75vs Duquesne DukesDec 14
- W78-64at Washington State CougarsDec 7
- W76-70vs UC San Diego TritonsDec 3
- W81-65vs San Francisco DonsNov 28
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utah State | 29-7 | - | 15-5 |
| San Diego State | 22-11 | 1 | 14-6 |
| New Mexico | 26-11 | 2 | 13-7 |
| Grand Canyon | 20-12 | 2 | 13-7 |
| Nevada | 24-13 | 3 | 12-8 |
| Boise State | 20-12 | 3 | 12-8 |
| Colorado State | 21-13 | 4 | 11-9 |
| UNLV | 18-17 | 4 | 11-9 |
| Wyoming | 18-15 | 6 | 9-11 |
| Fresno State | 13-19 | 8 | 7-13 |
| San José State | 9-24 | 12 | 3-17 |
| Air Force | 3-29 | 15 | 0-20 |
Box score
| Stat | Nevada Wolf Pack | Air Force Falcons |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 27-51 | 23-56 |
| Field goal % | 53 | 41 |
| Three-pointers | 8-15 | 14-32 |
| Three-point % | 53 | 44 |
| Free throws | 19-21 | 6-6 |
| Free throw % | 90 | 100 |
| Rebounds | 36 | 21 |
| Offensive rebounds | 8 | 4 |
| Defensive rebounds | 28 | 17 |
| Assists | 14 | 17 |
| Steals | 7 | 6 |
| Blocks | 2 | 1 |
| Turnovers | 15 | 14 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 20 | 8 |
| Fast-break points | 16 | 7 |
| Points in the paint | 34 | 14 |
| Fouls | 14 | 17 |
| Largest lead | 21 | 7 |
| Lead changes | 2 | 2 |
| Time in front | 77 | 21 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half40-29Amire Robinson makes 26-foot three point jumper (Tayshawn Comer assists)
- 2nd Half42-29Elijah Price makes 7-foot jumper
- 2nd Half44-29Vaughn Weems makes 5-foot jumper (Kaleb Lowery assists)
- 2nd Half46-29Tayshawn Comer makes layup
- 2nd Half46-31Kolby Gilles makes layup
- 2nd Half46-33Wesley Celichowski makes 4-foot hook shot (Kolby Gilles assists)
- 2nd Half48-33Tayshawn Comer makes 16-foot jumper
- 2nd Half50-33Corey Camper Jr. makes layup
- 2nd Half52-33Corey Camper Jr. makes layup
- 2nd Half52-35Wesley Celichowski makes layup (Kam Sanders assists)
- 2nd Half53-35Elijah Price makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half53-37Kolby Gilles makes driving layup
- 2nd Half55-37Corey Camper Jr. makes layup
- 2nd Half55-40Ethan Greenberg makes 24-foot three point jumper (Lucas Hobin assists)
- 2nd Half58-40Amire Robinson makes 25-foot three point jumper (Myles Walker assists)
- 2nd Half59-40Chuck Bailey III makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half59-42Lucas Hobin makes driving layup
- 2nd Half59-45Lucas Hobin makes 27-foot three point jumper (Ethan Greenberg assists)
- 2nd Half62-45Tayshawn Comer makes 24-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half65-45Corey Camper Jr. makes 24-foot three point jumper (Amire Robinson assists)
- 2nd Half65-47Ethan Greenberg makes layup (A.J. Patterson assists)
- 2nd Half67-47Corey Camper Jr. makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half67-50Lucas Hobin makes 23-foot three point jumper (Kam Sanders assists)
- 2nd Half69-50Elijah Price makes layup (Corey Camper Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half70-50Corey Camper Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half71-50Corey Camper Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half71-51Wesley Celichowski makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half71-52Wesley Celichowski makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half72-52Elijah Price makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half73-52Elijah Price makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half73-55Ethan Greenberg makes 23-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half75-55Chuck Bailey III makes layup (Tayshawn Comer assists)
- 2nd Half75-58Lucas Hobin makes 23-foot three point jumper (Justin Hinds assists)
- 2nd Half77-58Vaughn Weems makes layup (Elijah Price assists)
- 2nd Half77-60Ethan Greenberg makes driving layup
- 2nd Half78-60Tayshawn Comer makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half79-60Tayshawn Comer makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half79-63Lucas Hobin makes 27-foot three point jumper (Kam Sanders assists)
- 2nd Half81-63Chuck Bailey III makes driving layup
- 2nd Half81-66Sam Imade makes 22-foot three point jumper (Chris Catchings assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Air Force Falcons, below favours Nevada Wolf Pack.
Venue
- Clune ArenaColorado Springs, CO
- Attendance964
- OfficialsTim Marion, Mark Riggs, Blanca Burns
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