San Jose State upsets Nevada, 87-71, to snap eight-game losing streak

The Spartans were on fire from deep and beat the Wolf Pack in a surprising victory.

Published on Feb. 20, 2026

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San Jose State raced out to a fast start and never trailed in handing Nevada a shocking loss in men's basketball. The Spartans were on fire from deep and they beat the Wolf Pack, 87-71, on Tuesday night in San Jose, Calif. to snap an eight-game losing streak.

Why it matters

This upset victory is a major boost for the San Jose State basketball program, which has struggled in recent seasons. The win over a strong Nevada team could help the Spartans build momentum and confidence as they look to turn their season around.

The details

San Jose State came out firing on all cylinders, hitting shots from beyond the arc to build an early lead that they would not relinquish. The Spartans' hot shooting and aggressive defense kept Nevada at bay throughout the game, leading to the comfortable 87-71 victory.

  • The game took place on Tuesday, February 18, 2026.

The players

San Jose State

The San Jose State Spartans men's basketball team, who pulled off the upset victory over Nevada.

Nevada

The Nevada Wolf Pack men's basketball team, who suffered a surprising loss to San Jose State.

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What’s next

San Jose State will look to build on this momentum as they continue their conference schedule, while Nevada will aim to rebound from this unexpected defeat.

The takeaway

This win showcases the potential of the San Jose State basketball program and demonstrates that they can compete with the top teams in their conference. It's an important victory that could provide a much-needed boost for the Spartans as they seek to turn their season around.