Mark Byington on Vanderbilt basketball players having point guard mentality
Vanderbilt basketball lists every player as a point guard. Mark Byington explains the mentality behind that designation.
Vanderbilt basketball opened the Charleston Classic with a 73-71 win over Nevada on Thursday night.
Vanderbilt had a 12-0 run early in the second half to help gain a large advantage, leading by as many as 12 points, but Nevada slowly chipped away late in the game, cutting the deficit to one multiple times late in the half. But a last-ditch 3-point attempt from the Wolf Pack didn’t get off in time.
AJ Hoggard led the Commodores with 18 points and seven assists, Jason Edwards had 16 points and MJ Collins had 15.
Vanderbilt (5-0) will face Seton Hall in the second game of the tournament Friday.
The entire tournament will be held at TD Arena in Charleston, South Carolina, on Thursday, Friday and Sunday.
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What time does Vanderbilt vs Nevada play today?
- Location: TD Arena, Charleston, South Carolina
What channel is Vanderbilt vs Nevada game on today?
Vanderbilt vs Nevada live stream options
Vanderbilt vs. Nevada will be available on ESPNU. ESPNU is included with Fubo, which offers a free trial to new subscribers. Jay Alter and Chris Spatola will be on the call.
Vanderbilt vs Nevada predictions
Nevada 89, Vanderbilt 80: Vanderbilt has impressed early in the season, but a lack of defense and 3-point shooting is a major concern against higher-level opponents.
Vanderbilt vs Nevada betting odds
Odds from BetMGM as of Wednesday
Betting odds are not currently available.
Vanderbilt vs Nevada injury updates
The Commodores are without USC transfer Kijani Wright indefinitely due to a medical condition. Clemson transfer Alex Hemenway and freshman Karris Bilal have missed the first four games with injury, though it is uncertain whether they will return for this game.
Vanderbilt basketball schedule next five games
Record: 4-0
- Nov. 21: Nevada at Charleston Classic
- Nov. 22: TBD at Charleston Classic
- Nov. 24: TBD at Charleston Classic
- Nov. 29: Tennessee Tech
- Dec. 4: at Virginia Tech
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Nevada basketball schedule next five games
Record: 4-0
- Nov. 21: Vanderbilt at Charleston Classic
- Nov. 22: TBD at Charleston Classic
- Nov. 24: TBD at Charleston Classic
- Dec. 2: Washington State
- Dec. 7: at Loyola Marymount
Vanderbilt basketball news
- Vanderbilt was picked to finish 16th in the SEC in both the preseason coaches and media polls.
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Aria Gerson covers Vanderbilt athletics for The Tennessean. Contact her at agerson@gannett.com or on X, formerly Twitter, @aria_gerson.
