Nevada Wolf Pack (26-7) vs. Dayton Flyers (24-7)
Nevada Wolf Pack vs. Dayton Flyers 3/21/24 – Nevada Wolf Pack and Dayton Flyers will meet up in an exciting NCAA Men’s Basketball matchup this Thursday at Delta Center. Both teams have had impressive seasons; Nevada boasting 26-7 while Dayton holds 24-7 records. Fans and bettors alike look forward to this matchup of talent, strategy, and intensity as part of our daily March Madness predictions at the Delta Center.
Nevada comes into the competition with a strong team performance as a stats show. The mere sight of their offense in action is a spectacle as they score an average of 76.4 points per game with a field goal accuracy of 47.5%. In addition to their scoring, they also employ a tight defensive, which gives them 34.5 rebounds per game. In addition, their competence from free-throw line 72.1% makes them more reliable in the final minutes.
While on the other hand, the Dayton Flyers adopt a slightly less aggressive offensive scheme, scoring 74.7 points per contest on average. The Bulls’ field goal percentage which is only a hair’s breadth than Nevada’s at 47.7% is much better. They are also doing very well beyond the arc with a 40.2% 3-point field goal percentage. This ever-changing and unpredictable approach, coupled with their strong defense, enables them to keep the games tight and often get to the edge ahead.
Nevada Wolf Pack vs. Dayton Flyers 3/21/24 Game Info
| When: | Thursday, March 21, 2024 at 4:30 PM ET |
| Where: | Delta Center |
| TV: | TBS |
| Stream: | Sofascore |
Jarod Lucas (Guard) vs. DaRon Holmes II (Forward)
Jarod Lucas has been a bedrock for his team, the Nevada Wolf Pack, during all 33 regular season games. With 32.5 minutes playing, 17.8 points recorded, adding a 42.2% shooting average, it’s safe to say that Lucas brings more than just scoring abilities to the table. He shows his confidence by his 89.9% percentage of free throws, reminding us that he is one of the players to reckon with in crucial moments.
However, Dayton’s DaRon Holmes II has been very conspicuous performing very well with averages of 20.4 points, 8.4 rebounds, and an amazing 54.5% field goal percentage. Defensively, Holmes’ average of 2.1 blocks per game is a testament to his solidity in the paint, whilst the offensive attributes that he brings on the court make him a menace to be reckoned with.
Holmes – Lucas confrontation will be the main issue of the game. Lucas’s long-range shooting and perfect free punching against Holmes’s versatile game and defensive skills will probably be the reason for one of the most exciting clashes of the season. Their respective input modifies game development and ending.
NCAAB Odds/Point Spread: Nevada Wolf Pack -118, Total Odds: 136.5
The betting odds slightly favor the Nevada Wolf Pack, with a -1.5 spread and a -118 moneyline, reflecting their slight edge in this contest. The total for the game is set at 136.5, indicating expectations of a moderately high-scoring affair, which aligns with both teams’ offensive capabilities.
Nevada Wolf Pack Betting Trends
The last 5 games have seen Nevada in a strong and successful form in the games they’ve won 4 of them. Road games revealed their talent to cover the spread (11-3) which was very striking, indicating their readiness to overcome the stress of the road and adapt to varying situations. The pattern of games presenting higher scores in the last five rounds clearly indicated the strength of their offensive lines.
Dayton Flyers Betting Trends
The last 5 games are excellent for Dayton as they have had their three wins. Though they have an average record of ATS (2-3) for the recent games, they seem to have a bit of difficulty in realizing the level of expectations. With the same trend, the Dayton team won the total of OVER in 4 games out of 5 and may be the part of matches with high points.
Nevada Wolf Pack vs. Dayton Flyers 3/21/24 Betting Picks
The home side should be eying a narrow victory in an encounter that features the best performers of the two teams who had difficult battles to qualify for the quarter-finals. Nevada has a flamboyant offense, executed through smashing and dashing up the court by Lucas. Dayton, however, is a balanced team that is led by Holmes II’s all-round appeal and all-around talent. This sets the pitch for an exhilarating game.
By every trend, statistic and matchup of the star players, our multi-handicapper prediction was slightly on the side of Nevada. They have a track record from the years as far as bookies are concerned and their offensive display in the previous games shows that they will have the upper hand.
Free Pick and Prediction: Nevada Wolf Pack 72, Dayton Flyers 70.