LAS VEGAS – News and notes from the Wolf Pack’s 83-72 win over Fresno State on Friday.
* If Nevada wins the Mountain West Tournament championship game Saturday it will be assured of a spot in the NCAA Tournament, however the win over Fresno State on Friday pushed the Wolf Pack to 27-6, which might be enough to get the school an at-large berth even if Nevada falls short of the automatic spot.
The Wolf Pack appears to be a long shot for an at-large berth – ESPN bracketologist Joe Lunardi gave Nevada a 20 percent chance earlier this week – but Wolf Pack coach Eric Musselman made the case for his team after the Fresno State win, saying the tournament is better with mid-major upsets.