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2024-25 NFL Coaching Carousel: Which Head Coaches Get Fired Next?
NFL Coaches Fired in 2024NFL Coach Fired OddsFavorites To Be Fired FirstWhich NFL Coach Will Be Fired First?NFL Black Monday The NFL coaching carousel refers to the comings and goings of head coaches in the league. Typically, it’s due to head coaches being fired for not meeting the expectations of the front office or the owner. Last year, we saw eight coaches get axed during and after the season. This year, we’ve already seen two head coaches get axed and there are plenty more on the proverbial hot seat. Heading into the 2024-24 NFL season, New Orleans Saints head coach Dennis Allen (+275) was the odds-on favorite to get fired first. However, the New York Jets canned Robert Saleh (+900)
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Minnesota Timberwolves vs Phoenix Suns Picks and Predictions November 17th 2024
Suns vs. Timberwolves Key InformationThe LeanAfter ‘Important’ Win, Wolves Meet Low-Scoring SunsSuns’ Offensive StrugglesTimberwolves Riding HighKeys to the GameRecent Rivalry HistoryPrediction The Timberwolves (-286) are favored by 7 points over the Suns (+233) in this Western Conference matchup. The over/under line is set at 219.5 points. Phoenix is currently on a two-game losing streak and is 5th in the Western Conference. Minnesota is 9th in the West and has a 7-6 record. Suns vs. Timberwolves Key Information Sport: NBA Teams: Phoenix Suns at Minnesota Timberwolves Where: Minneapolis at Target Center Date: Sunday, November 17th Betting Odds MIN -7, PHO +233 | MIN -286 O/U 219.5 The Suns Can Win If… The Suns fell to 9-4 on the season after a
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Indiana Pacers vs Miami Heat Picks and Predictions November 17th 2024
Heat vs. Pacers Key InformationThe LeanHeat Eye Sweep of Pacers, May Get Jimmy Butler BackHeat’s Momentum Without ButlerWill Jimmy Butler Return?Pacers Struggling to Find Defensive AnswersKeys to the GamePrediction The Pacers (-138) are favored by 2.5 points over the Heat (+117) in a matchup between two teams with losing streaks. Indiana has lost two straight and is 5-7 overall, while Miami has dropped three in a row and is 5-6 on the season. Tipoff is set for 5:00 ET at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. This Eastern Conference showdown can be seen on FDSI. The over/under line is currently set at 229 points. Heat vs. Pacers Key Information Sport: NBA Teams: Miami Heat at Indiana Pacers Where: Indianapolis at Gainbridge Fieldhouse Date: Sunday,
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Memphis Grizzlies vs Denver Nuggets Picks and Predictions November 17th 2024
Nuggets vs. Grizzlies Key InformationThe LeanHealthier Grizzlies to Face Nuggets, Who Could Be Short-HandedGrizzlies Reclaim Depth Despite Ja Morant’s AbsenceNuggets Struggle Without Nikola JokicKey MatchupsWhat to WatchPrediction At 6:00 ET, the Memphis Grizzlies (-130) will host the Denver Nuggets (+110) in a Western Conference matchup. Memphis is currently favored by 2 and has lost two straight games. The over/under line for this game is 227.5. This game will be played at FedExForum in Memphis and can be seen on ALT. Nuggets vs. Grizzlies Key Information Sport: NBA Teams: Denver Nuggets at Memphis Grizzlies Where: Memphis at FedExForum Date: Sunday, November 17th Betting Odds MEM -2, DEN +110 | MEM -130 O/U 227.5 The Nuggets Can Win If… Denver’s record dropped
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Portland Trail Blazers vs Atlanta Hawks Picks and Predictions November 17th 2024
Hawks vs. Trail Blazers Key InformationThe LeanNewcomer Dyson Daniels Raising Hawks’ Play as They Head to PortlandDyson Daniels: A Defensive PowerhouseHawks Getting HealthierTrail Blazers: Fighting Through InjuriesKey MatchupsWhat’s at Stake At 6:00 ET, the Hawks (-176) will travel to Portland to take on the Trail Blazers (+149) in a non-conference matchup. The over/under line for this game is currently sitting at 231.5. Both teams enter this game on two-game winning streaks. Atlanta is 6-7 on the season and is currently 5th in the Eastern Conference. Portland is 5-8 and is currently 13th in the Western Conference. Hawks vs. Trail Blazers Key Information Sport: NBA Teams: Atlanta Hawks at Portland Trail Blazers Where: Portland at Moda Center Date: Sunday, November 17th

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Vegas Golden Knights vs. Pittsburgh Penguins Pick & Prediction JANUARY 20th 2024

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Sidney Crosby is in the middle of his 19th season since being the No. 1 overall pick in the 2005 NHL Draft. But the 36-year-old center, the cornerstone of three Stanley Cup championship teams and a two-time winner of the Hart (MVP) Trophy, hasn’t shown any signs of slowing down. Far from it in fact. With 26 goals in just 42 games, Crosby is on a 50-goal pace as the Penguins begin a two-game road … more

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Calgary Flames vs. Edmonton Oilers Pick & Prediction JANUARY 20th 2024

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The Edmonton Oilers are on the verge of NHL history as they hit the road to play the Calgary Flames on Saturday. Their 12-game winning streak, with the latest victory a 4-2 comeback decision over the Seattle Kraken on Thursday, has the Oilers tied with the 1967-68 Montreal Canadiens for the longest run by a Canadian-based team. “We don’t talk about the streak very much, if at all,” Edmonton coach Kris Knoblauch said. “I’m not … more

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Washington Wizards vs. San Antonio Spurs Pick & Prediction JANUARY 20th 2024

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The Washington Wizards, hoping to escape their slide, open a four-game homestand on Saturday against a San Antonio Spurs team on the second night of a back-to-back set. San Antonio took its fourth consecutive loss, three of which have come on the current five-game road swing, with a 124-120 result on Friday against the Charlotte Hornets. Keldon Johnson led the Spurs with 25 points off the bench while Devin Vassell scored 17 points. Both shot … more

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Charlotte Hornets vs. Philadelphia 76ers Pick & Prediction JANUARY 20th 2024

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The Charlotte Hornets had a rare taste of success to begin the weekend. Taking another sip won’t come easy. The Hornets play the second game of a home back-to-back set when they face the Philadelphia 76ers on Saturday. Charlotte snapped a six-game losing streak with a 124-120 victory against the San Antonio Spurs on Friday. “It’s good for confidence,” Hornets coach Steve Clifford said. “I’m proud of them, of the way they’ve hung in there. … more

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Ottawa Senators vs. Winnipeg Jets Pick & Prediction JANUARY 20th 2024

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Two teams at opposite ends of the NHL standings meet when the Winnipeg Jets open a three-game road trip against the Ottawa Senators on Saturday. Winnipeg is among the league leaders with 62 points, while Ottawa sits near the bottom of the points race. The Jets, who saw their 14-game point streak end with a 2-0 loss to the visiting Philadelphia Flyers last Saturay, finished their four-game homestand with a 4-2 win against the New … more