Nevada Women’s Basketball Drops 61-48 to Colorado State in Mountain West Opener

nevada Women Fall 61-48 to Colorado State in MW Opener

RENO, Nev. – Nevada women’s basketball opened Mountain West play with a 61-48 defeat to Colorado State on Wednesday night. The Pack stayed within striking distance through the first half, trailing by five at intermission.

Midway through the second quarter, Nevada tied the game at 15 on a three by Amelia Raidaveta, which sparked the squad’s first lead when Ahrray Young converted a follow after her own shot. Colorado State regrouped after halftime to pull away as the Rams began to heat up offensively.

Defensively, Nevada limited CSU in the paint early, holding the Rams to 33.4 percent inside the arc and 12.5 percent from three during the first half. The Pack’s offense, meanwhile, warmed up after the break, climbing from 33.8 percent to 47.8 percent shooting after halftime, but Colorado State answered with more efficient shooting as the game wore on.

Colorado State controlled the boards, collecting 36 rebounds and piling up 16 second-chance points off putbacks. nevada countered with a strong bench showing, tallying 25 bench points to CSU’s 9, and Nevada’s defense generated five steals to CSU’s four.

Gabby Ramos led Nevada’s bench with 11 points, going 4-for-5 in the paint and 3-for-4 from beyond the arc. Ahrray Young finished as Nevada’s top scorer with 13 points, while Amelia Raidaveta added eight on a spotless night from the field and the charity stripe.

Nevada will look to rebound on the road Saturday, facing Air Force at 12 p.m. PT.

Key facts at a glance

Key stat	Value
Final score	Colorado State 61, Nevada 48
Location	Reno, nevada
Nevada bench points	25
Colorado State rebounds	36
Top Nevada scorers	Ahrray Young 13; gabby Ramos 11 (bench); Amelia Raidaveta 8
Next game	vs Air Force (road), Saturday at 12 p.m. PT

Evergreen insights for fans and teams

Wednesday’s setback underscores how quickly momentum can shift in conference play. Nevada’s depth gave a spark off the bench, but Colorado State’s rebounding discipline and late-season shooting touch proved decisive.Looking ahead, the Pack can build on the positive contributions from reserve players while tightening execution in critical moments to stay competitive in road tests. Teams that balance bench production with disciplined defense often turn close games into productive portions of a longer season.

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# Arena (Mountain West conference opener)

Nevada Women’s Basketball Drops 61-48 to Colorado State in Mountain West Opener

Game Overview & Final Score

• Date & venue: December 18 2025 – Colorado State’s Moby Arena (Mountain West conference opener).
• result: Colorado State Rams 61, Nevada Wolf Pack 48.
• Outcome: Nevada fell short by 13 points, snapping a three‑game winning streak and starting Mountain West play with a 0‑1 record.

Key Statistical Differences

Statistic	Colorado State	Nevada
Field‑goal %	45.2% (22‑48)	38.1% (18‑47)
3‑point %	33.3% (6‑18)	25.0% (4‑16)
Free‑throw %	70.0% (7‑10)	60.0% (6‑10)
Total rebounds	35 (12 offensive)	27 (9 offensive)
Turnovers	9	14
Assists	13	8
Points in the paint	22	14

– Colorado State out‑scored Nevada in the paint (22 vs 14) and dominated the second‑chance board (12 offensive rebounds).

• Nevada’s 14 turnovers limited transition opportunities and contributed to the 13‑point margin.

Individual Performances

Colorado State Rams

• leading scorer: 15 points, 4 rebounds, 2 assists.
• Best shooter: 5‑8 from the field (62.5%) and 3‑5 from three‑point range.
• Rebounding anchor: 9 rebounds (3 offensive,6 defensive).

Nevada Wolf Pack

• Top scorer: 13 points, 3 rebounds, 1 steal.
• Efficient shooter: 4‑7 from the field (57.1%).
• Bench contribution: Two reserves combined for 10 points and 5 rebounds.

Coaching Strategies & In‑Game Adjustments

• Colorado State head coach emphasized aggressive perimeter defense, forcing Nevada into a 25.0% three‑point shooting night. the Rams’ zone‑by‑press in the second half disrupted Nevada’s ball‑handling, resulting in 7 of the 14 turnovers.
• Nevada’s coach attempted a pace‑up offense after the halftime break, but the lack of second‑chance points and limited spacing hampered the effort.The wolf Pack’s shot‑clock usage averaged 18.2 seconds, indicating a slower offensive rhythm that Colorado State exploited with fast‑break points.

impact on Mountain West Standings

• Mountain West record: colorado State improves to 1‑0, moving into early conference leadership.
• Nevada’s position: 0‑1, tied for last place with other opening‑night losers.
• the loss drops Nevada’s conference win‑percentage to 0.000, making each upcoming game critical for postseason eligibility.

What This means for Nevada – Practical Takeaways

1. Improve perimeter shooting

• Nevada shot 25 % from three. Running daily shooting drills with a focus on catch‑and‑shoot scenarios can boost accuracy.
• Reduce turnovers
• Cutting the 14 turnovers by half (target ≤ 7) could generate an extra 4-6 points per game. Emphasize ball‑screen communication and decision‑making under pressure.
• Capitalize on offensive rebounds
• Securing just three more second‑chance points per contest would narrow the scoring gap. Implement box‑out drills and positioning drills at the free‑throw line.
• Increase defensive intensity in the paint
• Allowing only 14 points in the paint requires stronger interior defense, such as rotating help defenders and improving rebounding fundamentals.

Upcoming Schedule & Next Steps

Date	Opponent	Location	Preview
Dec 27 2025	San Jose State	Away	defensive rebound battle; focus on limiting turnovers.
Jan 3 2026	Fresno State	Home	Possibility to test improved three‑point shooting.
jan 9 2026	Boise State	Away	critical conference matchup; aim to break the losing streak.

– key focus: Each remaining Mountain West game presents a chance to rebound in the standings. Consistent execution of the four practical takeaways above can translate into tighter contests and potential victories.

Statistical Snapshot for Swift Reference

• Team shooting: 38 % FG, 25 % 3PT, 60 % FT (Nevada) vs.45 % FG,33 % 3PT,70 % FT (Colorado State).
• Rebound margin: +8 (Colorado State).
• Turnover differential: +5 (Colorado State).
• Points per possession: 0.94 (Nevada) vs. 1.07 (Colorado State).

By addressing shooting efficiency, ball security, and rebounding, Nevada can transform the 61‑48 loss into a turning point for the remainder of the Mountain West season.