Nevada has 10 newcomers on the basketball team, but they looked like a cohesive, seasoned group in the season opener.

The Wolf Pack got a strong defensive effort and dominated Louisiana Tech in taking a 77-50 win on Tuesday in front of 7,144 fans at Lawlor Events Center.

Chuck Bailey III led the way with 24 points, but the Pack had a fairly balanced attack as 13 Pack players got in the game.

Tayshawn Comer added 10 points and Elijah Price added nine points and eight rebounds as Nevada started the season 1-0.

Deep bench contributes to win

Bailey said he tried to get "one percent better" every day over the summer and fall.

He attributed the win Tuesday to team toughness, saying anyone on the roster can play and contribute without a drop-off.

"We're going to play hard on the defensive

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