Nevada's 16-Game Win Streak Over Sacramento State Ends
The Nevada women's basketball team had its 16-game winning streak against Sacramento State snapped Thursday, losing 65-45 in a rare weekday afternoon game at Hornet Pavilion. This marked Nevada's first road game of the season, where the Wolf Pack struggled offensively and failed to make a 3-pointer for the first time in nearly four years.
Game Overview
- Nevada fell behind early, trailing 19-6 after the first quarter.
- The team rallied to close the gap to five points by halftime, trailing 31-26.
- After halftime, Nevada's offense faltered again, leading to a decisive loss.
Statistical Highlights
- Nevada committed 24 turnovers, exceeding its 17 made field goals.
- The Wolf Pack was 0-of-12 from the three-point line, marking their first game without a made 3-pointer since January 24, 2022, when they went 0-of-10 against Air Force.
- This defeat ended their winning streak against Sacramento State, which dated back to a loss on December 7, 2019.
“We had people really upset and disappointed in the way that we played,” Nevada coach Amanda Levens said. “It has nothing to do with Sac State, but it's a terrible loss. The group that we have is not a group that should lose by 20 to anybody on our schedule.”
The Wolf Pack's offensive struggles and turnovers were decisive factors in the loss, underscoring challenges they must address moving forward.
Author's Summary
Nevada’s long dominance over Sacramento State ended amid offensive struggles, highlighted by a lack of 3-pointers and excessive turnovers that led to a significant defeat.