San José State Triumphs Over Nevada Wolf Pack
Tuesday, February 17, 2026, 10:00 PM ET · Provident Credit Union Event Center
San José State Spartans 87, Nevada Wolf Pack 71, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Quick answers
Who won Nevada Wolf Pack vs San José State Spartans?
San José State Spartans beat Nevada Wolf Pack 87-71 at Provident Credit Union Event Center on February 17, 2026.
Who was favored in Nevada Wolf Pack vs San José State Spartans?
Nevada Wolf Pack were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -700 (about 88% implied). The underdog won.
In a decisive matchup, the San José State Spartans defeated the Nevada Wolf Pack with a final score of 87-71. This victory marks a significant turnaround for the Spartans, who have struggled throughout the season, showing resilience against a team that previously dominated them in earlier encounters. San José State's win comes after a challenging stretch, where they had lost eight consecutive games prior to this matchup.
The Spartans entered the game with a home record of 7-19, while the Wolf Pack had a much stronger away record of 17-9. Over their last ten games, San José State had only managed one win against nine losses, averaging 65.5 points scored while allowing 78.7 points per game. In contrast, Nevada had a record of 6-4 in their last ten outings, averaging 76.3 points scored and allowing 71.1 points. The disparity in form was evident, but the Spartans capitalized on their home advantage at the Provident Credit Union Event Center.
Historically, the Spartans have struggled against the Wolf Pack, having lost all three previous meetings in the 2025 and 2026 seasons, including a significant defeat earlier in January 2026 where they lost 54-87. However, this game proved to be a different story, as San José State managed to turn the tide and secure a much-needed victory.
The injury situation for both teams did not feature any notable absences that affected the outcome of the game, allowing both teams to field their regular lineups. The market had the Wolf Pack as 10.5-point favorites according to DraftKings, with a total set at 141.5 points. The odds reflected the expectations based on each team's recent performances, but San José State’s performance defied those odds.
Game conditions were favorable for both teams, with no adverse weather or external factors impacting play. The Spartans' home crowd provided a boost, contributing to their spirited performance. As the game progressed, San José State displayed a strong offensive effort, highlighted by a series of scoring plays in the second half, including a pivotal 29-foot three-point jumper from Colby Garland that capped off their scoring.
This game serves as a reminder of the unpredictable nature of college basketball, where momentum can shift rapidly. Fans and analysts alike will be keen to see how both teams respond in their upcoming fixtures following this game, particularly how Nevada will regroup after this setback.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | NEV -10.5 | 141.5 o -110 / u -110 | Nevada Wolf Pack -700 · San José State Spartans +500 |
Leaders
- PointsColby Garland29San José State Spartans
- AssistsColby Garland9San José State Spartans
- ReboundsAdrian Myers13San José State Spartans
- PointsCorey Camper Jr.18Nevada Wolf Pack
- AssistsCorey Camper Jr.4Nevada Wolf Pack
- ReboundsElijah Price7Nevada Wolf Pack
Recent form
San José State Spartans
Last 10: 1-9Streak L865.5 scored · 78.7 allowed per game1-4 at home
- L79-94vs Grand Canyon LopesFeb 14
- L75-82at UNLV RebelsFeb 11
- L57-65at Colorado State RamsFeb 8
- L80-90vs New Mexico LobosFeb 1
- L58-89vs Boise State BroncosJan 28
- L62-66at Wyoming CowboysJan 24
- L54-87at Nevada Wolf PackJan 21
- L62-76vs UNLV RebelsJan 17
- W70-62vs Air Force FalconsJan 14
- L58-76at Grand Canyon LopesJan 11
Nevada Wolf Pack
Last 10: 6-4Streak L176.3 scored · 71.1 allowed per game1-4 away
- L57-71at San Diego State AztecsFeb 15
- W69-59vs Fresno State BulldogsFeb 8
- L87-91at Boise State BroncosFeb 4
- W89-76vs UNLV RebelsJan 31
- W66-60vs Grand Canyon LopesJan 28
- L73-80at New Mexico LobosJan 25
- W87-54vs San José State SpartansJan 21
- W81-66at Air Force FalconsJan 17
- L62-71at Utah State AggiesJan 15
- W92-83vs Wyoming CowboysJan 11
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 | San José State Spartans |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 22-55 | 30-58 |
| Field goal % | 40 | 52 |
| Three-pointers | 3-20 | 15-29 |
| Three-point % | 15 | 52 |
| Free throws | 24-32 | 12-19 |
| Free throw % | 75 | 63 |
| Rebounds | 32 | 38 |
| Offensive rebounds | 13 | 12 |
| Defensive rebounds | 19 | 26 |
| Assists | 13 | 18 |
| Steals | 10 | 8 |
| Blocks | 2 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 15 | 15 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 17 | 17 |
| Fast-break points | 13 | 5 |
| Points in the paint | 32 | 14 |
| Fouls | 18 | 24 |
| Largest lead | 0 | 18 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 0 | 98 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half40-56Colby Garland makes 17-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half42-56Elijah Price makes layup (Corey Camper Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half43-56Elijah Price makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half45-56Amire Robinson makes layup (Corey Camper Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half46-56Amire Robinson makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half47-56Kaleb Lowery makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half48-56Kaleb Lowery makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half48-58Colby Garland makes 15-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half50-58Amire Robinson makes layup (Myles Walker assists)
- 2nd Half52-58Amire Robinson makes layup (Myles Walker assists)
- 2nd Half52-60Adrian Myers makes 14-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half52-62Melvin Bell Jr. makes layup
- 2nd Half54-62Corey Camper Jr. makes 3-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half54-64Douglas Langford makes layup
- 2nd Half56-64Corey Camper Jr. makes 12-foot pullup jump shot (Tyler Rolison assists)
- 2nd Half56-67Colby Garland makes 26-foot three point jumper (Douglas Langford assists)
- 2nd Half57-67Vaughn Weems makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half57-70Pasha Goodarzi makes 24-foot three point jumper (Colby Garland assists)
- 2nd Half58-70Vaughn Weems makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half59-70Vaughn Weems makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half59-71Adrian Myers makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half59-72Adrian Myers makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half61-72Tayshawn Comer makes 13-foot pullup jump shot (Kaleb Lowery assists)
- 2nd Half61-75Adrian Myers makes 24-foot three point jumper (Colby Garland assists)
- 2nd Half61-77Sadraque NgaNga makes layup (Colby Garland assists)
- 2nd Half63-77Corey Camper Jr. makes layup (Myles Walker assists)
- 2nd Half63-78Sadraque NgaNga makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half63-79Sadraque NgaNga makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half64-79Elijah Price makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half65-79Elijah Price makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half67-79Corey Camper Jr. makes 1-foot dunk
- 2nd Half67-80Melvin Bell Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half67-81Melvin Bell Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half68-81Elijah Price makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half69-81Elijah Price makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half71-81Kaleb Lowery makes driving layup (Corey Camper Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half71-82Douglas Langford makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half71-83Colby Garland makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half71-84Colby Garland makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half71-87Colby Garland makes 29-foot three point jumper
Win probability
Above the line favours San José State Spartans, below favours Nevada Wolf Pack.
Venue
- Provident Credit Union Event CenterSan Jose, CA
- Attendance2261
- OfficialsMike Littlewood, John Floyd, Blanca Burns
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