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Nevada vs Dayton picks, predictions, odds: Who wins March Madness NCAA Tournament game?
March Madness 2024: Tips to help you fill out your NCAA tournament bracket
March Madness is finally here and Mackenzie Salmon has tips to help you fill out your NCAA tournament bracket.
No. 10 seed Nevada and No. 7 seed Dayton play Thursday, March 21 in an NCAA Tournament first-round game in Salt Lake City, Utah.
The West Region game is scheduled for 1:30 p.m. PT and can be seen on TBS (stream with Sling TV).
Who will win the March Madness game and advance to the second round?
Check out these NCAA Tournament first-round picks and predictions for the men’s college basketball matchup.
Nevada is a 1.5-point favorite in the game in March Madness odds provided by BetMGM Sportsbook.
The Wolf Pack are -120 on the moneyline. The Flyers are +100.
The over/under for the game is set at 136.5 points.
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It writes: “Nevada has covered 21 times in 33 chances against the spread this season. Dayton is 15-15-1 ATS this year. The Wolf Pack average 76.4 points per game, 10.1 more points than the 66.3 the Flyers allow.”
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DraftKings: Bet Dayton to beat Nevada in NCAA Tournament
Benjamin Zweiman writes: “These are two very high-powered offenses in Dayton and Nevada. But Dayton is one of the best 3-point shooting teams in the country and we know how important that is in the tournament setting. So we’ll ride with the Flyers.”
Action Network: Take the under in Nevada vs. Dayton basketball game
Jim Root writes: “The concern here is Nevada’s compact defensive shell against Dayton’s 3-point shooting. Steve Alford’s defense ranks 299th nationally in 3-point rate allowed, and Dayton ranks third in 3-point percentage. Alford’s scouting report should emphasize running foes off the line, but that’s outside the typical stylistic footprint. Still, between the likely half-court pace and the size of Nevada, I expect a lower-scoring game.”
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Dylan Hellebrand writes: “This upcoming game is anticipated to be highly competitive since both teams, Dayton and Nevada, have similar win-loss records. Both teams have strong offensive strengths and will aim to start scoring early in the game to maintain momentum and potentially secure a victory.”
ESPN: Dayton has a 58.3% chance to beat Nevada in March Madness
The site gives the Wolf Pack a 41.7% shot at defeating the Flyers in Thursday’s first-round March Madness NCAA Tournament game.
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Nevada receives grant to establish state-run hate crime reporting hotline
LAS VEGAS (KTNV) — A new grant from the Department of Justice will be used to set up a Nevada hate crime reporting hotline.
Earlier this month, Nevada Attorney General Aaron Ford announced his office will receive $1,164,424 in funding.
Nevada is the only state this cycle that will receive the grant.
“In seeking justice for hate crimes, it is important to remember victims need resources and support to feel safe and valued in their communities,” Ford said. “This funding will aid in bridging the gap between hate crime victims and the services available to them.”
The funding will be used to establish policies and procedures for the hotline, implementing focused training for staff regarding the new hotline, hiring new staff members, and integrating the hotline into the Attorney General office’s preexisting Constituent Services framework.
The FBI defines a hate crime as a “criminal offense against a person or property motivated in whole or in part by an offender’s bias against a race, religion, disability, sexual orientation, ethnicity, gender, or gender identity.”
According to the latest data from the Department of Justice, which includes statistics from 2020 to 2022, overall hate crimes in Nevada are down.
If you believe you are a victim or a witness of a hate crime, you can report it to the FBI by calling 1-800-CALL-FBI or by submitting a tip at tips.fbi.gov.
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LETTER: There’s more to improving Nevada schools than money
I agree with Chas Catania’s Thursday letter about having a lottery to help fund education in our state. I also agree that the gaming industry can definitely withstand an increase in the gaming tax rate.
However, governors from both parties have boosted educational spending over the past decade, yet we are still at the bottom of the education ladder nationally. I think we need systemic changes in how our school system functions. Nevada is seen as a transient state. Therefore, no one really makes an effort to improve the school system because they are not here long enough to care. This is the wrong approach.
We need to change how parents interact with the schools that their children attend, and how our children act when they are in the classroom. Neither of these issues can be solved by throwing money at the school system.
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7 Most Idyllic Small Towns in California's Sierra Nevada
The Sierra Nevada is a long (400 miles) and narrow (50 miles) mountain range that runs almost entirely in California and includes Yosemite, Sequoia, and Kings Canyon National Parks. Known for stunning natural features like Mount Whitney and the “General Sherman” giant sequoia tree, the Sierra Nevada is also home to a wonderful collection of idyllic mountain towns. Most of the seven towns on our list date back to the California Gold Rush of the late 1840s and all of them exude historic charm.
Quincy
Quincy is the offshoot of a Gold Rush community formerly called Elizabethtown and has maintained much of the look and feel of its Old West heritage. The Plumas County Museum recounts the history of the area, while the quaint downtown includes historic buildings such as a classic movie theater and a schoolhouse from 1905. Main Street is also home to several art galleries, which reflects the fact that artists and photographers flock to Quincy for stunning natural vistas, most especially of fall foliage. Autumn also marks the arrival of Quincy’s popular Mountain Harvest Beer Festival.
Nevada City
Located only about 60 miles from Sacramento, Nevada City is a genuine step back into the past as a well-preserved town from the Gold Rush era. The entire downtown is on the National Register of Historic Places and is filled with Old West Victorian homes and historic structures like the 1865 Nevada Theater. For visitors seeking outdoor recreation, Tahoe National Forest and South Yuba River State Park are close by, and the Lake Tahoe ski areas are less than two hours away. Along with several fine dining establishments and wineries, Nevada City is also home to the Nevada City Film Festival each June.
Murphys
Settlers originally came to the Sierra Nevada foothills that surround Murphys looking for gold, but today, those same hills are covered with grape vines. Both gold and wine brought wealth to Murphys, as reflected in the numerous fine 1800s brick buildings along Main Street, several of which now house tasting rooms and restaurants. Murphys is great to visit any time of year but really comes to life in autumn with the wine harvest when the town hosts popular events like the Calaveras Grape Stomp and Gold Rush Street Faire. When winter hits, the nearby Bear Valley Ski Resort takes center stage.
Auburn
The seat of Placer County, Auburn, sits along the west side of the Sierra Nevada and is yet another Gold Rush mining town. Visitors can explore this history in the restored Old Town section of Auburn, as well as at the Placer County Museum in the former county courthouse. Auburn is also gaining a reputation for its surrounding wineries, but the area’s outdoor attractions still serve as the main draw for visitors. The Auburn State Recreation Area offers hiking trails for all skill levels, while extreme athletes come each summer for the Western States Endurance Run, a single-day, 100-mile race that ends in Auburn.
Bishop
Downtown Bishop looks like a classic Hollywood western movie set slightly updated for modern times, and more than 400 movies have been filmed in the beautiful Alabama Hills just outside of town. This idyllic setting is perfect for parades and festivals, such as the annual Mule Days celebration. Also downtown, the Laws Museum presents the important history of the railroads in the Sierra Nevada. Meanwhile, lovers of outdoor beauty and natural wonders simply must explore the nearby Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest, home to the world’s oldest trees, some more than 5,000 years old. Now, that is some history!
South Lake Tahoe
Unlike the Gold Rush era towns that populate this list, South Lake Tahoe is a true resort town. As its name indicates, the town sits on the southern shore of famous Lake Tahoe, and South Lake Tahoe is directly adjacent to Stateline, Nevada—the border would be indistinguishable if not for all the casinos on the Nevada side! Whether you prefer boating, skiing, hiking, shopping, fine dining, or gambling, South Lake Tahoe offers an essentially endless supply of things to do and see. You can also find some history amidst all the glitz, such as the opulent Vikingsholm Mansion, which is open for tours.
Truckee
Truckee is only about 20 minutes away from Lake Tahoe but has a different vibe than the resort towns along the lake. Famous in earlier times as the endpoint of the tragic Donner Party and as an important railroad hub, Truckee is best known today as a center for outdoor adventure. Premier ski slopes and hiking trails surround the town, and the lovely Lake Donner holds up well compared to its bigger and more famous neighbor. Downtown Truckee still has several Old West buildings, now housing wineries and eateries, making it perfect for an evening stroll after a day of enjoying the outdoors.
From ancient trees to towering mountains to shimmering lakes, the Sierra Nevada region offers one of the most spectacular natural landscapes in the world. In addition to tapping into the tourist potential of the surrounding environment, several of the small towns in the Sierra Nevada effectively showcase the region’s Gold Rush and Old West history. These idyllic towns let you step back into the past, step out into nature, and step away from everyday life for a little while. So, make your travel plans today!
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