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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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Arizona Wildcats vs. Texas-Arlington Mavericks Pick & Prediction NOVEMBER 19th 2023

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No. 3 Arizona’s fast start has been highlighted by its balance and depth, and coach Tommy Lloyd is looking for more of the same on a short turnaround against University of Texas Arlington on Sunday in Tucson, Ariz. The Wildcats (4-0) are averaging 99.3 points per game, which includes a 78-73 win at then-No. 2 Duke on Nov. 10. Arizona has scored at least 97 in its three other games, including twice reaching triple-digits. The … more

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Michigan St Spartans vs. Alcorn St. Braves Pick & Prediction NOVEMBER 19th 2023

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Michigan State looked much more like the team it was projected to be against Butler on Friday. The 18th-ranked Spartans will try to build off that performance when it hosts Alcorn State on Sunday in East Lansing, Mich. The Spartans collected a 74-54 victory over the Bulldogs as Michigan State’s defense held Butler to 28.8 percent shooting. “We took a step in the right direction against a team that’s been playing awfully well,” Spartans coach … more

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Cincinnati Bearcats vs. Northern Kentucky Norse Pick & Prediction NOVEMBER 19th 2023

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Cincinnati will look for a bit of payback and a continuation of its perfect start to the season when it hosts regional rival Northern Kentucky on Sunday afternoon. Last season, the Bearcats were stunned by the Horizon League school across the Ohio River in Highland Heights, Ky. Cincinnati held a 40-36 halftime lead before being outscored 28-11 in the second half in a 64-51 setback. The win for the Norse is their lone one in … more

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Indiana Hoosiers vs. Connecticut Huskies Pick & Prediction NOVEMBER 19th 2023

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While fifth-ranked UConn has recorded three lopsided victories to start the season, Indiana has cobbled together three single-digit wins to improve to 3-0 for the third straight year. The Huskies and Hoosiers will look to continue their good fortune at the other’s expense on Sunday afternoon when they meet in the Empire Classic at New York. “We haven’t put a perfect game together,” Indiana coach Mike Woodson said following his team’s 89-80 win over Wright … more

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Clemson Tigers vs. Boise St. Broncos Pick & Prediction NOVEMBER 19th 2023

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Boise State hits the road for the first time this season when it challenges Clemson on Sunday afternoon in South Carolina. An NCAA Tournament team last season, the Broncos improved to 2-0 after posting a 63-58 victory over San Francisco this past Sunday at home. Their defense was on display as the Dons came in averaging 106 points per game. Offensively, Tyson Degenhart collected 17 points, five rebounds and three steals, while Max Rice added … more