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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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Washington Wizards vs Detroit Pistons Picks and Predictions November 17th 2024
Pistons vs. Wizards Key InformationThe LeanWizards Look to Halt 7-Game Skid When Pistons VisitPistons Building MomentumWizards’ Struggles ContinueKey MatchupsWhat’s at Stake The Detroit Pistons (-198) will travel to Washington to take on the Wizards (+165) at 6:00 ET. The Pistons (-4.5) are favored in this Eastern Conference matchup and will look to improve on their 6-8 record. Washington (2-9) is currently on a 7-game losing streak and is 13th in the Eastern Conference. The over/under line for this game is 228.5. Pistons vs. Wizards Key Information Sport: NBA Teams: Detroit Pistons at Washington Wizards Where: Washington at Capital One Arena Date: Sunday, November 17th Betting Odds DET -4.5, DET -198 | WAS +165 O/U 228.5 The Pistons Can Win If…

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Illinois Fighting Illini vs. Maryland Terrapins Pick & Prediction JANUARY 14th 2024

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By now Illinois has erased doubts about whether the suspension of leading scorer Terrence Shannon Jr. might damage the Fighting Illini goal of making a run to the NCAA Tournament. The 10th-ranked Fighting Illini, who are 3-1 without Shannon, have a shot at win No. 13 on Sunday when they welcome Maryland to Champaign for a Big Ten Conference matchup. “Nobody has an ego on this team,” guard Ty Rodgers said when asked to explain … more

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Connecticut Huskies vs. Georgetown Hoyas Pick & Prediction JANUARY 14th 2024

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It’s been a treacherous week for college basketball’s top teams. Four of the nation’s top five squads have lost to unranked foes since Tuesday, with No. 4 UConn remaining as the group’s only team without a shocking setback during that time. Escaping this week unscathed requires the Huskies (14-2, 4-1 Big East) to clear one final hurdle, a date with Georgetown (8-8, 1-4) on Sunday in Hartford, Conn. UConn returns home having won four straight … more

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Miami Heat vs. Charlotte Hornets Pick & Prediction JANUARY 14th 2024

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The Miami Heat are relying on Bam Adebayo more than ever. Over his past four games, Adebayo is averaging 24.0 points, 11.0 rebounds and 4.3 assists. That’s up slightly from his season averages of 22.0 points, 10.4 boards and 4.1 assists. “We’re running a lot of our actions through (Adebayo),” Heat coach Erik Spoelstra said. On Sunday night, Adebayo will try to keep his momentum as Miami plays host to the struggling Charlotte Hornets. The … more

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Denver Nuggets vs. Indiana Pacers Pick & Prediction JANUARY 14th 2024

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From the moment the Denver Nuggets won the NBA title in June, they hoped they could bring back Bruce Brown, an unrestricted free agent who had been an integral piece to their championship puzzle. Denver had little room under the salary cap, so Brown signed with the Indiana Pacers for two years and $44 million. For the first time since he celebrated winning it all with the Nuggets, Brown returns to Denver on Sunday with … more

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San Antonio Spurs vs. Chicago Bulls Pick & Prediction JANUARY 13th 2024

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The San Antonio Spurs will look to build on their most impressive three-game stretch of the season when they host the Chicago Bulls on Saturday night. San Antonio and Chicago will meet for the third time this season, a rarity created by the teams’ performance in the NBA’s inaugural in-season tournament. Saturday’s contest will represent the second game between the teams in the Alamo City. The Bulls have captured the first two meetings this season, … more