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Timberwolves vs. Heat preview: New stars, narrow spread
Giannis Antetokounmpo and LaMelo Ball debut for new teams as Miami enters as a narrow favorite. Rebounding and contrasting defensive grades sharpen the matchup.
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Hawks vs. Magic preview: Free throws could separate a close opener
Orlando is a small favorite in the season opener. Our projections highlight a free-throw advantage for the Magic, with Atlanta’s three-point production offering a…
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Mavericks vs. Rockets: Houston’s defense faces a big opening-night spread
Houston’s defensive edge makes it a formidable favorite, but returning guards and frontcourt injuries complicate the question of opening-night separation.
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Pacers vs. Pelicans: Haliburton’s return meets a tough opening test
Tyrese Haliburton returns as Indiana opens in New Orleans. The Pacers are favored, but our analysis gives the Pelicans a meaningful offensive counterweight.
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Hornets vs. Nets preview: Charlotte’s missing guards test a close opener
Charlotte opens without Coby White and Kon Knueppel, but our rebounding projections offer a counterweight to Brooklyn's modest edge in a tightly priced matchup.
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Virginia Tech vs. Clemson: How much did the Tigers’ rebound prove?
Clemson is a narrow favorite after a shutout win, but Virginia Tech brings a sharper test. The rushing matchup helps frame both the spread…
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Oklahoma vs. Mississippi State: Can the Sooners turn stops into separation?
Oklahoma is favored on the road, but turnovers and Mississippi State’s projected rushing advantage complicate the matchup. Here’s what matters against the spread and…
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Oregon vs. Illinois: Can the Ducks find enough offense to justify the spread?
Oregon's recent offensive struggles meet Illinois' quarterback change. Our yardage projections help explain why the Ducks' favorite status deserves a closer look.
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Syracuse vs. North Carolina: Can the Tar Heels create separation?
North Carolina has won two straight close games, but covering as a favorite presents a different challenge. Syracuse’s passing threat and nearly even yardage…
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NC State vs. Stanford: Can the Cardinal build on Ford’s big night?
Micah Ford sparked Stanford’s latest win, but our rushing projections suggest a tougher test against NC State. Here’s what matters at a 6.5-point spread…
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Duke vs. Virginia preview: Can the Cavaliers find enough offense?
Virginia has the stronger defensive grade, but its recent offensive struggles complicate a short spread against a Duke team coming off two close losses.
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James Madison vs. App State: Can the Mountaineers disrupt the Dukes’ ground game?
James Madison brings an unbeaten record and a productive ground game to Boone. App State’s offensive rebound adds intrigue to a matchup with a…
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