Reno Gazette-Journal sports writer Chris Murray breaks down Nevada’s game against Eastern Washington.
Eastern Washington (18-15, 10-8 Big Sky) at Nevada (20-13, 10-8 MW)
When: Monday, 7 p.m.
Where: Lawlor Events Center (capacity 11,536)
Radio/TV: 94.5 FM/None
Betting line: Nevada favored by 5
Three keys for Nevada to win
1. Make EWU inefficient from three: This is a strength-versus-strength matchup as Eastern Washington has an excellent offense and Nevada an excellent defense. More than 46 percent of EWU’s shots come from beyond the arc – they average 27 per game and hit 38.