SMU out to gain traction in opener at Nevada
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SMU moved up in status to the Atlantic Coast Conference and opens the season Saturday night when it visits downtrodden Nevada in Reno, Nev.
SMU finished off its 11 seasons in the American Athletic Conference with an 11-3 record in 2023, including 8-0 in conference play.
Last season's gaudy record, combined with joining the ACC, has given the program its biggest push since