Wyoming Cowboys Defeat Nevada Wolf Pack 83-73
Tuesday, March 3, 2026, 10:00 PM ET · Arena-Auditorium
Wyoming Cowboys 83, Nevada Wolf Pack 73, 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 Wyoming Cowboys?
Wyoming Cowboys beat Nevada Wolf Pack 83-73 at Arena-Auditorium on March 3, 2026.
Who was favored in Nevada Wolf Pack vs Wyoming Cowboys?
Nevada Wolf Pack were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -125 (about 56% implied). The underdog won.
In a crucial NCAAB matchup, the Wyoming Cowboys secured a decisive 83-73 victory over the Nevada Wolf Pack at the Arena-Auditorium. This win marks an important moment for Wyoming, who improved their home record to 5-1 in their last six games at home, demonstrating a strong performance on their own court. The Cowboys' recent form has been mixed, with a record of 5-5 over their last ten games, but they have shown resilience, winning their last game against the Air Force Falcons 66-62.
The Cowboys averaged 70.0 points scored and 73.0 points allowed over their last ten games, indicating a competitive scoring dynamic. In this game, they managed to exceed their average, showcasing their offensive capabilities. The Wolf Pack, on the other hand, have also had a challenging stretch, finishing with a 5-5 record in their last ten games, and they entered this matchup having lost their previous game against the UNLV Rebels 85-83. Nevada's scoring average for this stretch was 74.2 points scored and 74.6 points allowed, which reflects a high-scoring style of play.
Historically, the Cowboys and Wolf Pack have faced each other three times in recent seasons, with Wyoming holding a 1-2 record against Nevada. Their last encounter was on January 11, 2026, where Wyoming fell short with a score of 83-92. However, they had previously defeated Nevada 66-63 at home in December 2024, showcasing their ability to compete closely with this opponent.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details about player availability for either team, which can often be a significant factor in the outcome of games. The absence of key players can shift the dynamics and strategies employed by the teams.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, opened with Nevada as a slight favorite at -1.5, while the total points line was set at 143.5. The moneyline odds reflected Wyoming at +105.0 and Nevada at -125.0, indicating a competitive matchup that was expected to be closely contested.
The conditions during the game were not detailed, but typically, factors such as crowd support at the Arena-Auditorium and the atmosphere of a home game can influence player performance. For viewers, the game featured critical scoring plays that highlighted key moments, including free throws by Gavin Gores and Khaden Bennett, as well as a significant three-point jumper by Corey Camper Jr. These plays were pivotal in maintaining Wyoming's lead as the game progressed into the second half.
Overall, the victory for the Cowboys not only boosts their confidence heading into the final stretch of the season but also adds a valuable win against a rival, potentially impacting their standing in the league.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | NEV -1.5 | 143.5 o -105 / u -115 | Nevada Wolf Pack -125 · Wyoming Cowboys +105 |
Leaders
- PointsKhaden Bennett27Wyoming Cowboys
- AssistsKhaden Bennett5Wyoming Cowboys
- ReboundsKhaden Bennett7Wyoming Cowboys
- PointsElijah Price20Nevada Wolf Pack
- AssistsTyler Rolison4Nevada Wolf Pack
- ReboundsVaughn Weems6Nevada Wolf Pack
Recent form
Wyoming Cowboys
Last 10: 5-5Streak W170 scored · 73 allowed per game4-1 at home
- W66-62vs Air Force FalconsFeb 28
- L62-72at Boise State BroncosFeb 25
- W70-65at Grand Canyon LopesFeb 22
- W92-82vs Fresno State BulldogsFeb 18
- L68-79at Colorado State RamsFeb 14
- L83-85vs Utah State AggiesFeb 8
- L63-72at San Diego State AztecsFeb 4
- W68-57vs Colorado State RamsFeb 1
- L62-94at Utah State AggiesJan 29
- W66-62vs San José State SpartansJan 24
Nevada Wolf Pack
Last 10: 5-5Streak L174.2 scored · 74.6 allowed per game0-5 away
- L83-85at UNLV RebelsMar 1
- W67-60vs New Mexico LobosFeb 25
- W80-77vs Utah State AggiesFeb 22
- L71-87at San José State SpartansFeb 18
- 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
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 | Wyoming Cowboys |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 25-54 | 29-46 |
| Field goal % | 46 | 63 |
| Three-pointers | 4-15 | 9-21 |
| Three-point % | 27 | 43 |
| Free throws | 19-29 | 16-27 |
| Free throw % | 66 | 59 |
| Rebounds | 29 | 31 |
| Offensive rebounds | 8 | 3 |
| Defensive rebounds | 21 | 28 |
| Assists | 9 | 18 |
| Steals | 5 | 5 |
| Blocks | 1 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 6 | 11 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 13 | 7 |
| Fast-break points | 3 | 7 |
| Points in the paint | 32 | 36 |
| Fouls | 22 | 21 |
| Largest lead | 0 | 21 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 0 | 99 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half38-55Vaughn Weems makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half38-56Gavin Gores makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half38-57Gavin Gores makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half39-57Corey Camper Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half40-57Corey Camper Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half42-57Tyler Rolison makes driving layup
- 2nd Half42-59Gavin Gores makes 3-foot dunk
- 2nd Half44-59Tyler Rolison makes 18-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half46-59Jeriah Coleman makes 3-foot alley oop dunk (Tyler Rolison assists)
- 2nd Half46-60Uriyah Rojas makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half48-60Peyton White makes 15-foot pullup jump shot (Myles Walker assists)
- 2nd Half48-62Damarion Dennis makes driving layup (Uriyah Rojas assists)
- 2nd Half49-62Vaughn Weems makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half49-65Leland Walker makes 24-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half51-65Joel Armotrading makes layup
- 2nd Half51-67Damarion Dennis makes driving layup (Nasir Meyer assists)
- 2nd Half52-67Tyler Rolison makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half53-67Tyler Rolison makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half53-68Khaden Bennett makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half56-68Chuck Bailey III makes 24-foot three point jumper (Myles Walker assists)
- 2nd Half56-70Damarion Dennis makes layup (Gavin Gores assists)
- 2nd Half58-70Tyler Rolison makes driving layup
- 2nd Half58-73Leland Walker makes 23-foot three point jumper (Khaden Bennett assists)
- 2nd Half60-73Elijah Price makes layup
- 2nd Half61-73Vaughn Weems makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half61-75Khaden Bennett makes layup (Simm-Marten Saadi assists)
- 2nd Half63-75Vaughn Weems makes layup
- 2nd Half65-75Chuck Bailey III makes layup (Vaughn Weems assists)
- 2nd Half66-75Tyler Rolison makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half67-75Tyler Rolison makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half67-77Leland Walker makes layup
- 2nd Half68-77Elijah Price makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half68-78Gavin Gores makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half68-79Gavin Gores makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half71-79Corey Camper Jr. makes 24-foot three point jumper (Tyler Rolison assists)
- 2nd Half71-80Gavin Gores makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half73-80Tyler Rolison makes driving layup
- 2nd Half73-81Khaden Bennett makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half73-82Khaden Bennett makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half73-83Khaden Bennett makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Wyoming Cowboys, below favours Nevada Wolf Pack.
Venue
- Arena-AuditoriumLaramie, WY
- Attendance3478
- OfficialsAmy Bonner, Randy Richardson, Kevin Raher
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