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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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Oregon St. Beavers vs. Nebraska Cornhuskers Pick & Prediction NOVEMBER 18th 2023

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A pair of power-conference teams projected to finish near the bottom of their respective leagues bring perfect records to Sioux Falls, S.D., on Saturday afternoon as Nebraska faces Oregon State. Nebraska (4-0) is off to its best start in five years after winning four home games by an average of 23.5 points. The most recent win, 84-63 over Stony Brook on Wednesday, saw the Cornhuskers move closer to full strength with the return of forward … more

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Minnesota Golden Gophers vs. South Carolina Upstate Spartans Pick & Prediction NOVEMBER 18th 2023

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After a demoralizing defeat, Minnesota will try to bounce back when it hosts South Carolina Upstate on Saturday afternoon in Minneapolis. Minnesota (2-1) is coming off a 70-68 loss at home against Missouri on Thursday night. The Golden Gophers led by as many as 20 points in the second half before allowing the Tigers to close the game on a 31-9 run. The loss left Minnesota coach Ben Johnson searching for answers. The Gophers did … more

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Seton Hall Pirates vs. Wagner Seahawks Pick & Prediction NOVEMBER 18th 2023

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Seton Hall isn’t racking up the mileage on the road yet. Instead, the Pirates are collecting passes at home. Seton Hall will look to continue its impressive distribution on offense Saturday afternoon when it closes out a season-opening homestand by hosting local rival Wagner in Newark, N.J. The Pirates are coming off a 96-71 win over Albany on Wednesday. Wagner dropped a 69-53 decision Tuesday to Rhode Island. The 96 points on Wednesday were the … more

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Northwestern Wildcats vs. Rhode Island Rams Pick & Prediction NOVEMBER 18th 2023

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Each school in the four-team Hall of Fame Tip-Off tournament enters the weekend event unbeaten. A driving force behind Northwestern’s contribution to that equation is junior guard Brooks Barnhizer. Barnhizer is averaging 17.0 points and shining with his overall floor game as the Wildcats (3-0) prepare to meet Rhode Island (3-0) on Saturday at Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, Conn. “He’s just completely immersed into the competition of the game, and because of that, his … more

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Washington St. Cougars vs. Mississippi State Bulldogs Pick & Prediction NOVEMBER 18th 2023

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Mississippi State is gaining attention among those who contribute to the polls. A win against Washington State on Saturday in the Basketball Hall of Fame Tip-Off in Uncasville, Conn., might just be enough to lift the Bulldogs into the Associated Press Top 25. Mississippi State (3-0) opened the season with an impressive 71-56 victory against Arizona State. The Bulldogs followed that up with lopsided wins against UT-Martin and North Alabama. A key area of improvement … more