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Depaul Blue Demons vs Southern Indiana Screaming Eagles Picks and Predictions November 4th 2024
Chris Holtmann Era Begins as DePaul Hosts Southern Indiana Chris Holtmann, striving for a new beginning following his departure from Ohio State, is now in charge at DePaul with a special chance to revive a faltering program. After a disappointing 3-29 season last year, the Blue Demons will kick off the season with a home game against Southern Indiana on Monday evening in Chicago. Holtmann’s Goal: Bringing Back to Life DePaul Basketball Holtmann has a history of success, leading Butler and Ohio State to seven straight NCAA Tournament appearances in the past. Nevertheless, his Buckeyes’ disappointing records of 16-19 and 14-11 in the last two seasons in Columbus resulted in his termination. Currently, he is enthusiastic about introducing a fresh
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Gonzaga Bulldogs vs Baylor Bears Picks and Predictions November 4th 2024
No. 6 Gonzaga, No. 8 Baylor Face Off in Star-Studded Opener The stage is set for a thrilling start to the college basketball season as No. 6 Gonzaga hosts No. 8 Baylor on Monday night in Spokane, Washington. This game not only features two powerhouse programs but also marks a high-stakes rematch of the 2021 NCAA title game, which Baylor claimed decisively with an 86-70 victory. Both teams are loaded with new and returning talent, and both coaches emphasize the importance of top-tier matchups early in the season. Gonzaga: A History of High-Caliber Competition Gonzaga’s commitment to a tough nonconference schedule has defined the program’s rise as a national powerhouse. Coach Mark Few sees this as crucial to preparing his
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Oklahoma City Thunder vs Orlando Magic Picks and Predictions November 4th 2024
Thunder vs Magic November 4th 2024 At 9:15 ET, the Orlando Magic (3-4) will travel to take on the Oklahoma City Thunder (6-0) in a non-conference matchup. The Thunder are favored by 12 points and the over/under line is set at 215.5. This game will be played at Paycom Center in Oklahoma City. FDSO will have the TV coverage. Magic vs. Thunder Key Information Sport: NBA Teams: Orlando Magic at Oklahoma City Thunder Where: Oklahoma City at Paycom Center Date: Monday, November 4th Betting Odds OKC -12, ORL +528 | OKC -741 O/U 215.5 The Magic Can Win If… Orlando’s season record dropped to 3-4 after a 108-85 loss to the Mavericks on Sunday. The Magic, who were +6.5 point
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New Orleans Pelicans vs Portland Trail Blazers Picks and Predictions November 4th 2024
Pelicans vs Trail Blazers November 4th 2024 At 9:30 ET, the New Orleans Pelicans (-144) will host the Portland Trail Blazers (+121) at the Smoothie King Center in a Western Conference matchup. The Pelicans are favored by 3 points, and the over/under line is set at 222. Portland comes into this game with a record of 2-5, while New Orleans is 3-4. The game can be seen on KATU. Trail Blazers vs. Pelicans Key Information Sport: NBA Teams: Portland Trail Blazers at New Orleans Pelicans Where: New Orleans at Smoothie King Center Date: Monday, November 4th Betting Odds NO -3, POR +121 | NO -144 O/U 222 The Trail Blazers Can Win If… Portland fell to 2-5 on the season
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Miami Heat vs Sacramento Kings Picks and Predictions November 4th 2024
Heat vs Kings November 4th 2024 The Sacramento Kings (+110) travel to Miami to take on the Heat (-131) in a non-conference matchup. Tip-off is scheduled for 8:15 ET at the Kaseya Center. The Heat are currently favored by 2.5 points and the over/under line is set at 226.5. This game will be televised on NBCS. Kings vs. Heat Key Information Sport: NBA Teams: Sacramento Kings at Miami Heat Where: Miami at Kaseya Center Date: Monday, November 4th Betting Odds MIA -2.5, SAC +110 | MIA -131 O/U 226.5 The Kings Can Win If… The Kings fell to 3-3 on the season after a 131-128 loss to the Raptors on Saturday. Sacramento, who were -9.5 point favorites, not only lost

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Ottawa Senators vs. Minnesota Wild Pick & Prediction NOVEMBER 18th 2023

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The Ottawa Senators know they didn’t play to their standards in their opening game of the Global Series in Stockholm, Sweden. They’ll look to rectify that when they close out their overseas trip against the Minnesota Wild on Saturday. The Senators were on the verge of steamrolling the Detroit Red Wings in their opener Thursday, jumping out to a 3-0 lead in the first period before adding another just over a minute into the second. … more

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Nashville Predators vs. Chicago Blackhawks Pick & Prediction NOVEMBER 18th 2023

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If the Nashville Predators hope to crawl out of the Central Division basement before Thanksgiving, a good time to start would be Saturday afternoon against the visiting Chicago Blackhawks. The Predators and Blackhawks are tied for the fewest points in the Central (10). Nashville sits in last place because it has played one more game than Chicago. Only the San Jose Sharks have fewer points (seven) throughout the NHL. Bringing up the rear has been … more

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Philadelphia Flyers vs. Vegas Golden Knights Pick & Prediction NOVEMBER 18th 2023

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The rebuilding Philadelphia Flyers seek their fourth consecutive victory with a home matchup versus the defending Stanley Cup champion Vegas Golden Knights on Saturday afternoon. After a maddening loss to the then-winless San Jose Sharks, the Flyers concluded their four-game road trip with victories over the Anaheim Ducks, Los Angeles Kings and Carolina Hurricanes. Goaltender Carter Hart returned after a five-game absence due to an illness and an injured back to make 31 saves in … more

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Anaheim Ducks vs. Florida Panthers Pick & Prediction NOVEMBER 17th 2023

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The Anaheim Ducks will look to bounce back from their worst defeat of the season when they open a four-game homestand against the Florida Panthers on Friday night. The Ducks come in off a 8-2 loss against the Colorado Avalanche on Wednesday in the second game of a back-to-back that began with a 3-2 victory at Nashville. Anaheim allowed five goals in the final period against Colorado. “We just didn’t have a good game,” Ducks … more

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Florida Atlantic Owls vs. Bryant Bulldogs Pick & Prediction NOVEMBER 18th 2023

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Something special came to life in South Florida last season, and the good times are carrying over at Florida Atlantic. The No. 10 Owls and coach Dusty May will take the court Saturday, hosting Bryant in the second annual Boca Raton MegaBowl. Following their Final Four appearance last season, the Owls have felt the surge of enthusiasm grow in the coastal community’s university, which is known more for fall Saturdays on the gridiron when current … more