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Iowa State Cyclones vs. Green Bay Phoenix Pick & Prediction NOVEMBER 6th 2023
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Iowa State understands transition, and the Cyclones are replacing five of its six leading scorers off last season’s team. But optimism is still high with coveted freshman forward Omaha Biliew stepping into a prominent role. Biliew makes his college debut when the Cyclones open the season against Green Bay on Monday at Ames, Iowa. The five-star recruit and McDonald’s All-American is considered the highest-rated player ever reeled in by Iowa State. He’s also an in-state … more
Syracuse Orange vs. New Hampshire Wildcats Pick & Prediction NOVEMBER 6th 2023
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For the first time in nearly a half-century, Syracuse is beginning a season without coach Jim Boeheim on the sideline. Adrian Autry is now the man in charge of the Orange, who open their season on Monday against visiting New Hampshire. Boeheim stepped down last spring following a 47-season run at Syracuse, where his 2-3 zone defense became a staple of the college basketball scene over the decades. Boeheim’s accolades included five Final Four appearances … more
Virginia Cavaliers vs. Tarleton Texans Pick & Prediction NOVEMBER 6th 2023
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The last time Virginia was unranked to begin a campaign, the Cavaliers finished the regular season at No. 1. That was 2017-18, which ended with a 31-3 record as well as a historic first-round exit in the NCAA Tournament. Coach Tony Bennett begins his 15th season in Charlottesville — his squad tied for sixth among “others receiving votes” in the Associated Press preseason poll — when Virginia hosts Tarleton State and coach Billy Gillispie on … more
Notre Dame Fighting Irish vs. Niagara Purple Eagles Pick & Prediction NOVEMBER 6th 2023
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As a new era of Notre Dame basketball begins, coach Micah Shrewsberry is taking a wait-and-see approach to the season. Shrewsberry makes his Irish debut on Monday in South Bend against visiting Niagara, which looks to build on its first winning season in five years. The last time Notre Dame welcomed a new basketball coach, Mike Brey debuted in 2000. He lasted 23 seasons and won 483 games before stepping away after a dismal 11-21 … more
Dallas Mavericks vs. Chicago Bulls Pick & Prediction NOVEMBER 1st 2023
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The season is only three games old for the Dallas Mavericks, but Luka Doncic is already in midseason form. Doncic is averaging a league-best 39.0 points per game and has posted two triple-doubles as he looks to lead Dallas to its fourth consecutive victory when it hosts the Chicago Bulls on Wednesday night. The Mavericks are 3-0 for the first time since the 2004-05 campaign when they won their first four games. Dallas is one … more