The first week of the regular season has concluded, and there is a clear cut front runner for the Mountain West title. Nevada has met its lofty preseason expectations and opened the season with a dominating victory over a Utah State team that might very well finish second in the conference. We might already be past the point of wondering if anyone can challenge Nevada; the focus may need to turn to how the conference can secure a second bid in the NCAA tournament. Here is where I see Mountain West teams finishing the season:
Nevada: After an emphatic loss to the Lobos, Nevada has dropped to a four seed.