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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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Detroit Pistons vs. Milwaukee Bucks Pick & Prediction JANUARY 20th 2024

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The Detroit Pistons won just four games in the first half of their season but shift their focus to what’s ahead in the second half. The Pistons host a pair of games against the Bucks — Saturday afternoon and Monday night — and Milwaukee has won 19 of the last 20 regular-season meetings between the teams, including seven in a row. Milwaukee already has collected two wins over the Pistons this season, a 120-118 squeaker … more

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Chicago Blackhawks vs. New York Islanders Pick & Prediction JANUARY 19th 2024

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The New York Islanders will try to salvage a victory from their four-game trip against Central Division foes when they meet the struggling Chicago Blackhawks on Friday. New York has lost four straight on the road overall. The Islanders’ most recent victory away from home was a 5-1 win at Arizona on Jan. 4. The club last lost four consecutive road games in regulation in November 2021, but defenseman Scott Mayfield believes the Islanders are … more

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Florida Panthers vs. Minnesota Wild Pick & Prediction JANUARY 19th 2024

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Florida Panthers star Sam Reinhart has scored a special-teams goal in eight consecutive games — something no other NHL player has ever done. However, as hot as Reinhart is — and his 33 goals rank second in the league — the Panthers are in dire need of a win on Friday night when they end their five-game homestand against the Minnesota Wild. The Panthers have lost three straight games, although the past two setbacks came … more

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Boston College Eagles vs. North Carolina Tar Heels Pick & Prediction JANUARY 20th 2024

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No. 4 North Carolina will attempt to match its longest winning streak in five years when it faces Boston College on Saturday afternoon in Chestnut Hill, Mass. The Tar Heels (14-3, 6-0 Atlantic Coast Conference) have been on a roll, winning seven straight games for the first time since rattling off eight consecutive victories near the end of the 2018-19 campaign. Five of the wins during the current streak came against ACC foes, as North … more

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Portland Trail Blazers vs. Indiana Pacers Pick & Prediction JANUARY 19th 2024

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Pascal Siakam is expected to make his Pacers debut when Indiana visits the Portland Trail Blazers on Friday night. Siakam was acquired from the Toronto Raptors on Wednesday in a trade for Bruce Brown, Jordan Nwora and three first-round draft picks. Siakam was on the trade block because he is slated to become a free agent after the season. The Pacers are eager to see what Siakam can do when paired with star guard Tyrese … more