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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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Wisconsin Badgers vs. Indiana Hoosiers Pick & Prediction JANUARY 19th 2024

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Wisconsin will look to bounce back from its first conference loss of the season when the 11th-ranked Badgers host Indiana in a Big Ten matchup Friday night in Madison, Wis. Wisconsin (13-4, 5-1) lost 87-83 at Penn State on Tuesday, snapping the Badgers’ six-game winning streak. Indiana (12-6, 4-3) fell at home to second-ranked Purdue 87-66 on Tuesday. Against Penn State, the Badgers went five minutes late without a field goal until a consolation 3-pointer … more

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New Orleans Pelicans vs. Phoenix Suns Pick & Prediction JANUARY 19th 2024

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The New Orleans Pelicans and the Phoenix Suns have been strengthening their position in the tightly contested Western Conference the last few weeks. Both teams have won eight of their last 11 games as they prepare to meet Friday at New Orleans. “It’s extremely close and very competitive in the West,” Pelicans coach Willie Green said Thursday. “You just continue to go game by game and review where you are after each game.” New Orleans, … more

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Miami Heat vs. Atlanta Hawks Pick & Prediction JANUARY 19th 2024

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As they reach the season’s halfway point Friday, the Atlanta Hawks know they have to kick it into high gear if they want to make a fourth straight playoff appearance. Dejounte Murray took matters into his own hands Wednesday night, hitting an 18-foot jump shot at the buzzer to beat the Orlando Magic and help the Hawks avoid their third loss in four games. Another opportunity arises to gain ground in the Eastern Conference standings … more

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Boston Celtics vs. Denver Nuggets Pick & Prediction JANUARY 19th 2024

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The Denver Nuggets will attempt to hand the Celtics their first home loss of the season when the teams meet Friday night in Boston. Boston became the 13th team in NBA history to start a season 20-0 at home by beating the San Antonio Spurs 117-98 Wednesday. The Celtics made 18 of 38 shots from 3-point range, including 13 of 19 in the first half. “The goal has been to build a connection and identity … more

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Charlotte Hornets vs. San Antonio Spurs Pick & Prediction JANUARY 19th 2024

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The San Antonio Spurs and Charlotte Hornets will meet for the second time in eight nights Friday with their growing pains still on full display. The Spurs pulled off a 135-99 victory over the Hornets on Jan. 12, with San Antonio now on a three-game losing streak and Charlotte amid a six-game losing skid. “We’re going to lose some more games. We would all like to win rather than lose,” Spurs coach Gregg Popovich said. … more