For the last few years, Nevada has ruled the pack in the WAC. That trend looks to continue as the title will go through Reno once again but Utah State could challenge it things fall their way.Best Team In The WAC - Nevada Wolf Pack:
The only thing better in Reno other than the gambling and legal brothels is Nevada basketball. Mark Fox has built a mid-major power in Reno and will continue their run of championships simply because the Wolf Pack have the best talent in the league.
Best Player In The WAC: Armon Johnson - Nevada:
He is the reigning WAC Freshman of the Year after averaging 11.5 PPG and 4 boards per as well.Team That Could Surprise: New Mexico State Aggies
NMSU boasts a talented player in sophomore Herb Pope. He was inconsistent last year as a freshman even though he wasn't cleared to play till mid season. Pope is a former High School All-American who could be the most talented player in the WAC before he leaves Las Cruses. Pope has a supporting cast that is young. Watch out for the Aggies.
Who Goes Dancing: Nevada, Utah State, New Mexico State
Who Plays For Number 66: San Jose State
WAC Notes: Mark New Years Eve on your calendar WAC fans. That is when Nevada hosts North Carolina and the Tar Heels could be #1 in the country then. Its a big test not only for the Wolf Pack but for the league going up against the best in the ACC. The secret to Utah State's success is to protect their house. Last year the Aggies went unbeaten, 17-0, at the Dee Glen Smith Spectrum and are 142-17 at home the last 10 seasons. It's by far the best home court in the WAC.
Predicted Finish (Coaches Poll)
1. Nevada
2. Utah State
3. New Mexico State
4. San Jose State
5. Boise State
6. Louisiana Tech
7. Hawai'i
8. Fresno State
9. Idaho
Photo Courtesy: John Byrne/nevadawolfpack.com
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