The USC Trojans (3-0) look to remain undefeated when they go head-to-head against the Nevada Wolf Pack (2-1) at Lawlor Events Center. Action begins at 11 p.m. ET on Saturday, November 16, 2019, and can be seen on CBS Sports Network.
USC Trojans vs. Nevada Wolf Pack Betting Odds
Both teams were victorious in their last game. The Wolf Pack beat the UT Arlington Mavericks 80-73, while the Trojans dismantled the South Dakota State Jackrabbits 84-66.
USC played a flawless game. They had a turnover percentage of 11.9 and a free throw rate of 0.309. For those same stats, South Dakota State put up marks of 21.2 and 0.200, respectively. Meanwhile, Nevada’s effective field goal percentage was their largest strength over UT Arlington. The Wolf Pack had a rate of 0.552, while the Mavericks posted a mark of 0.430. Nevada rallied around Jalen Harris, who recorded 24 points and nine rebounds. Nick Rakocevic had a good game for USC, finishing with 27 points, 16 rebounds and five steals.
The Wolf Pack won the only contest between these two teams last year, 73-61. Nevada’s 0.150 free throw rate was their biggest advantage over USC, who had a mark of 0.067.
USC could have a tough time creating turnovers. Since the 2018-19 season, Nevada ranks eighth in the nation at avoiding errors (turnover percentage of 14.8 percent), while USC has forced the 186th-most turnovers (18.8 percent).
USC Trojans at Nevada Wolf Pack Free Pick
Pick: SU Winner – Nevada, ATS Winner – Nevada, O/U – Over
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- Nevada ranks 73rd in rebounds per game (37.5) while USC ranks 268th in rebounds allowed per game (37.5).
- The Wolf Pack rank sixth in steals allowed per game (4.6) while the Trojans rank 131st (6.1).
- Nevada ranks 18th in blocks allowed per game (2.5) while USC ranks 74th (2.9).
- The Wolf Pack rank 60th in three pointers attempted per game (25.3) while the Trojans rank 229th in three pointers allowed per game (23.7).
- Nevada ranks 64th in assists per game (14.8) while USC ranks 229th in assists allowed per game (14.2).
