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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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Florida State Seminoles vs. Clemson Tigers Pick & Prediction JANUARY 20th 2024

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While Florida State’s strong start is reflected in the Atlantic Coast Conference standings, Clemson is trying to escape the back of the pack in the league race. The Seminoles seek their sixth straight win Saturday afternoon when the tumbling Tigers visit Tallahassee, Fla. Florida State (11-6, 5-1 ACC) was picked 11th in the ACC preseason poll but enters one game behind conference leader North Carolina. The Seminoles began conference play with an eight-point loss to … more

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Arizona State Sun Devils vs. Southern California Trojans Pick & Prediction JANUARY 20th 2024

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Skidding Arizona State and Southern California meet on Saturday in Tempe, Ariz., trying to pull out of tailspins in Pac-12 Conference play. Arizona State (10-7, 4-2) surged to a 4-0 start in the league before an 82-67 loss on Jan. 11 at Washington. The Sun Devils followed that by having another streak snapped, with their previously unblemished home record sullied in a 68-66 loss to UCLA on Wednesday. “We have a young team but we … more

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Arkansas Razorbacks vs. South Carolina Gamecocks Pick & Prediction JANUARY 20th 2024

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If Tuesday night’s home loss to Georgia wasn’t bad enough, South Carolina received more discouraging news this week. An MRI revealed that starting wing Myles Stute will miss two to three weeks with a shoulder injury, starting with Saturday’s Southeastern Conference matchup against Arkansas in Fayetteville, Ark. Stute was injured in the 74-69 loss to the Bulldogs. The Vanderbilt transfer has averaged 9.9 points and 3.9 rebounds a game for the Gamecocks (14-3, 2-2 SEC). … more

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NC State Wolfpack vs. Virginia Tech Hokies Pick & Prediction JANUARY 20th 2024

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Confidence is growing for North Carolina State as struggling Virginia Tech visits for an Atlantic Coast Conference game on Saturday in Raleigh, N.C. The Wolfpack (13-4, 5-1 ACC) have won two straight and six of their last seven games, while the Hokies (10-7, 2-4) have dropped two in a row and four of their last five. “So, I think what (winning) does is it gives our guys great confidence,” NC State coach Kevin Keatts said. … more

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Duke Blue Devils vs. Pittsburgh Panthers Pick & Prediction JANUARY 20th 2024

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No. 7 Duke is playing its best basketball at the moment, and its success is tied to both skill and the mindset it has taken on during an eight-game winning streak. The Blue Devils (13-3, 4-1 Atlantic Coast Conference) look to continue their upward trend when they take on a struggling Pittsburgh team on Saturday night in a league contest in Durham, N.C. The Panthers (10-7, 1-5) have lost their last two — including a … more