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Chicago Bulls Flexed Into Nationally-Televised Game After Winning Start

The Chicago Bulls have been rewarded with one more nationally televised game . Coming into the 2025-26 season with low expectations, the NBA’s national broadcast schedule reflected that . The Bulls were handed only three games with the league’s new set of partners. Their first is scheduled for December 1, when they take a trip to Orlando. This will be their one and only matchup on the Peacock streaming service. They were not given any game on the NBA’s main channel in the network’s highly...

2 months ago | 2 reads

BN Bears Podcast Ep. 10: Bears Beat Steelers 31-28, Montez Sweat Dominates & Playoff Odds Rise

The Bears keep rolling with a 31-28 win over the Steelers at Soldier Field , and the crew is in full holiday spirit on the Bleacher Nation Bears Podcast, presented by  Obvious Shirts . Hosts Patrick Flowers, Matt Rooney, and Luis Medina kick things off by sharing their biggest takeaways from another statement victory — because, at this point, it’s time to admit it: this team is good. The guys hand out their game balls, led by Montez Sweat, who delivered another dominant performance i...

2 months ago | 1 read

UC Riverside vs. Grambling Prediction: Picks and Betting Odds – Monday, November 24, 2025

The UC Riverside Highlanders (3-3) take on the Grambling Tigers (3-3) as 4-point favorites on Monday, November 24, 2025 at 3 p.m. ET on ESPN+. The point total is 143.5 in the matchup. UC Riverside vs. Grambling Odds UC Riverside odds to win: -190 Grambling odds to win: +157 Spread: UC Riverside (-4) Total: 143.5 UC Riverside vs. Grambling Promo Codes Game Time and Information Date: Monday, November 24, 2025 Time: 3 p.m. ET TV: ESPN+ Where: Riverside, California Ve...

2 months ago | 1 read

Bears 24 Hour Rule: Depth & Development On Full Display In Win Over Steelers

Well, that was a fun one! It wasn’t pretty all day on Sunday for the Bears, but again, they were opportunistic on defense, efficient on offense, and when it got close late, they never blinked. Despite being shorthanded for what seems like the entirety of the season defensively, that unit never backs down. Whenever the offense makes a mistake, they almost always seem to bounce back and not let those mistakes add up. Coaching matters a whole lot in the NFL, and the Bears have been...

2 months ago | 2 reads

The Marlins Will Face a Potential Roadblock in Any Effort to Trade Sandy Alcantara

Even after Shota Imanaga accepted his one-year, $22M qualifying offer last week, the Chicago Cubs are expected to pursue another front-half-of-the-rotation starting pitcher this offseason. Whether that pitcher is signed out of free agency ( Dylan Cease , Tatsuya Imai , Michael King , Zac Gallen , etc.) or acquired via trade ( Joe Ryan , Kris Bubic , Sandy Alcantara , Edward Cabrera , MacKenzie Gore , etc.) remains to be seen. But the need, willingness to act, and supply of quality options...

2 months ago | 1 read

Idaho vs Colgate Women’s College Basketball Odds and Prediction – Nov. 28

The Idaho Vandals (5-1) will try to continue a four-game winning streak when they host the Colgate Raiders (4-1) on November 28, 2025 at Bren Events Center. Idaho vs. Colgate NCAA Game Info Date: Friday, November 28, 2025 Time: 7:30 p.m. ET Where: Irvine, California Venue: Bren Events Center Last Game For Each Team Idaho, led by Lorena Barbosa with 14 points, picked up an 89-56 win over CSU Northridge in their most recent outing. Hope Hassmann added 14 points. Led by Tatiana ...

2 months ago | 1 read

Oklahoma vs Coppin State Women’s College Basketball Odds and Prediction – Nov. 28

The Oklahoma Sooners (5-1) will try to extend a four-game home win streak when they take on the Coppin State Eagles (1-5) on November 28, 2025 at Alico Arena. Oklahoma vs. Coppin State NCAA Game Info Date: Friday, November 28, 2025 Time: 6:30 p.m. ET TV: FloCollege Where: Fort Myers, Florida Venue: Alico Arena Last Game For Each Team Last time out, Oklahoma earned a 112-59 victory against East Texas A&M. The Sooners were led by Raegan Beers’ 23 points and 10 rebounds and Sa...

2 months ago | 1 read

Navy vs Manhattan Women’s College Basketball Odds and Prediction – Nov. 29

The Navy Midshipmen (4-1) will host the Manhattan Jaspers (0-5) after winning three straight home games. Navy vs. Manhattan NCAA Game Info Date: Saturday, November 29, 2025 Time: 1 p.m. ET TV: ESPN+ Where: Annapolis, Maryland Venue: Navy Alumni Hall Last Game For Each Team In Navy’s last game, they lost to Richmond 69-56. The Midshipmen were led by Quinn Boettinger, who finished with 14 points and eight rebounds, and Zoe Mesuch, with 12 points. Led by Celeste Harper (17 PTS...

2 months ago | 0 reads

Pacific vs Milwaukee Women’s College Basketball Odds and Prediction – Nov. 28

The Pacific Tigers (1-4) hope to end a four-game losing streak when they host the Milwaukee Panthers (2-5) on November 28, 2025 at Alex G. Spanos Center. The matchup airs on ESPN+. Pacific vs. Milwaukee NCAA Game Info Date: Friday, November 28, 2025 Time: 6:30 p.m. ET TV: ESPN+ Where: Stockton, California Venue: Alex G. Spanos Center Last Game For Each Team Pacific suffered defeat by a final score of 68-56 in their last game against CSU Fullerton. Leading the way on offense...

2 months ago | 0 reads

Georgia vs Kansas Women’s College Basketball Odds and Prediction – Nov. 28

The Georgia Lady Bulldogs (7-0) bring a seven-game winning streak into a home matchup with the Kansas Jayhawks (6-0), winners of six straight. Georgia vs. Kansas NCAA Game Info Date: Friday, November 28, 2025 Time: 7:30 p.m. ET TV: ION Where: Cypress Lake, Florida Venue: Suncoast Credit Union Arena Last Game For Each Team Georgia enters this contest after an 87-59 victory over Georgia Tech. The Lady Bulldogs’ leading scorer was Dani Carnegie, who wound up with 23 points. Le...

2 months ago | 0 reads

Michigan State vs Temple Women’s College Basketball Odds and Prediction – Nov. 28

The Michigan State Spartans (6-0) will try to build on a six-game home win streak when they take on the Temple Owls (3-3) on November 28, 2025 at Baha Mar Convention Center. Michigan State vs. Temple NCAA Game Info Date: Friday, November 28, 2025 Time: 6:30 p.m. ET TV: FloCollege Where: Nassau, Bahamas Venue: Baha Mar Convention Center Last Game For Each Team Michigan State enters this matchup following a 102-41 win over Oakland. The Spartans’ leading scorer was Kennedy Bla...

2 months ago | 0 reads

Tennessee State vs William & Mary Women’s College Basketball Odds and Prediction – Nov. 29

The William & Mary Tribe (1-4) will try to end a three-game losing streak when they visit the Tennessee State Lady Tigers (1-5) on November 29, 2025 at Gentry Center. The matchup airs on ESPN+. Tennessee State vs. William & Mary NCAA Game Info Date: Saturday, November 29, 2025 Time: 2 p.m. ET TV: ESPN+ Where: Nashville, Tennessee Venue: Gentry Center Last Game For Each Team Tennessee State enters this contest following a 99-43 defeat versus Vanderbilt. The Lady Tigers’ lead...

2 months ago | 0 reads

Dayton vs Butler Women’s College Basketball Odds and Prediction – Nov. 28

The Dayton Flyers (3-2) take the court against the Butler Bulldogs (3-3) on November 28, 2025. Dayton vs. Butler NCAA Game Info Date: Friday, November 28, 2025 Time: 5 p.m. ET TV: ION Where: Cypress Lake, Florida Venue: Suncoast Credit Union Arena Last Game For Each Team In Dayton’s last game, they defeated Canisius 61-52. The Flyers were led by Nayo Lear, who finished with 19 points, seven rebounds, four assists and seven steals, and Nicole Stephens, with 10 points. Butler...

2 months ago | 0 reads

Lindenwood (MO) vs Santa Clara Women’s College Basketball Odds and Prediction – Nov. 28

The Lindenwood (MO) Lions (4-1) will host the Santa Clara Broncos (5-2) after winning three home games in a row. Lindenwood (MO) vs. Santa Clara NCAA Game Info Date: Friday, November 28, 2025 Time: 5 p.m. ET Where: Honolulu, Hawaii Venue: SimpliFi Arena at Stan Sheriff Center Last Game For Each Team Lindenwood (MO) beat Omaha 85-41 in its last game. Brooke Coffey led the way with 16 points, 11 rebounds and three steals, followed by Ellie Brueggemann with 14 points, seven assi...

2 months ago | 0 reads

Another Team You Have to Beat, Paint Problems, A Big Opportunity Ahead, and Other Bulls Bullets

If the Chicago Bulls are thankful for anything this week, it will be a three-day break. They will finally have some time to breathe following their quick trip to New Orleans tonight. After playing their sixth game in nine days, they can sit in an ice bath until Friday night’s final NBA Cup game against the Charlotte Hornets. Starting the week in NOLA. ⏰ 7 pm CT 📺 @CHSN__ 📻 @670TheScore 💻 https://t.co/YtwF0Qhgpo pic.twitter.com/uU6AuXyaZD — Chicago Bulls (@chicagobulls) N...

2 months ago | 2 reads

NFL DFS Picks for 49ers vs Panthers MNF Including Christian McCaffrey and Rico Dowdle on BN Fantasy

Week 12 concludes with a fun 49ers vs Panthers Monday Night Football matchup where there are plenty of NFL DFS picks to choose from on BN Fantasy . Whether it’s picking Christian McCaffrey to get some revenge on his first team, or, if Rico Dowdle can continue his ascent, tonight’s game offers numerous options for players. More importantly, new users can take advantage of a 50% Deposit Match up to $250, and, for some cross-sport action, a Devin Booker Bonus Pick of just More than 0.5 points. So...

2 months ago | 1 read

Will Dylan Cozens Score a Goal vs. the Los Angeles Kings on November 24?

When the Ottawa Senators face the Los Angeles Kings on Monday (at 9:00 PM ET), is Dylan Cozens likely to score? We have stats and trends to help you make the best bet here. Dylan Cozens Anytime Goal Odds vs. the Kings Anytime Goal Odds: +275 (Bet $10 to win $27.50 if he scores a goal) Cozens Goals Betting Stats In each game Cozens has played with a set points prop — one opportunity — he’s exceeded the prop total. Through 21 games, Cozens has 16 points, including three multi-point...

2 months ago | 2 reads

Will Drake Batherson Score a Goal vs. the Los Angeles Kings on November 24?

Is Drake Batherson going to score a goal on Monday, when his Ottawa Senators meet the Los Angeles Kings at 9:00 PM ET? Stats and info are provided in this article, to help you make the best bet. Drake Batherson Anytime Goal Odds vs. the Kings Anytime Goal Odds: +230 (Bet $10 to win $23.00 if he scores a goal) Batherson Goals Betting Stats Batherson has put up a point in 13 games this season while posting five multiple-point games. In five of 18 games this season, Batherson has sc...

2 months ago | 3 reads

Will Joel Armia Score a Goal vs. the Ottawa Senators on November 24?

Is Joel Armia going to score a goal when his Los Angeles Kings play the Ottawa Senators on Monday? The puck drops at 9:00 PM ET — we can help you make the right bet via the stats and trends provided below. Joel Armia Anytime Goal Odds vs. the Senators Anytime Goal Odds: +650 (Bet $10 to win $65.00 if he scores a goal) Armia Goals Betting Stats Through 22 games played this season, Armia has recorded 10 points, with a single multi-point effort. In five of 22 games this season, Armi...

2 months ago | 4 reads

Will Corey Perry Score a Goal vs. the Ottawa Senators on November 24?

Is Corey Perry going to score a goal on Monday, when his Los Angeles Kings meet the Ottawa Senators at 9:00 PM ET? Stats and info are provided below, to help you make the right wager. Corey Perry Anytime Goal Odds vs. the Senators Anytime Goal Odds: +350 (Bet $10 to win $35.00 if he scores a goal) Perry Goals Betting Stats In 16 games played this season, Perry has posted 12 points, with three multi-point efforts. Perry has scored in six of 16 games this season, with multiple goal...

2 months ago | 2 reads

Will Shane Pinto Score a Goal vs. the Los Angeles Kings on November 24?

Will Shane Pinto score for the Ottawa Senators versus the Los Angeles Kings on Monday? Stats and info are provided in this article, to help you make the right bet before the puck drops at 9:00 PM ET. Shane Pinto Anytime Goal Odds vs. the Kings Anytime Goal Odds: +270 (Bet $10 to win $27.00 if he scores a goal) Pinto Goals Betting Stats In every game Pinto has played with a set points prop — one opportunity — he’s gone over the prop total. In 21 games played this season, Pinto has...

2 months ago | 3 reads

Will Nikita Kucherov Score a Goal vs. the Philadelphia Flyers on November 24?

Is Nikita Kucherov going to score a goal when his Tampa Bay Lightning face the Philadelphia Flyers on Monday? The puck drops at 7:00 PM ET — we can help you make the right call via the stats and insights available in this article. Nikita Kucherov Anytime Goal Odds vs. the Flyers Anytime Goal Odds: +155 (Bet $10 to win $15.50 if he scores a goal) Kucherov Goals Betting Stats Kucherov has eclipsed his points prop bet in each game he’s played with a set points prop (one total opportun...

2 months ago | 4 reads

Will Kevin Fiala Score a Goal vs. the Ottawa Senators on November 24?

Is Kevin Fiala going to score a goal when his Los Angeles Kings face the Ottawa Senators on Monday? The puck drops at 9:00 PM ET — we can help you make the best call via the stats and insights available below. Kevin Fiala Anytime Goal Odds vs. the Senators Anytime Goal Odds: +155 (Bet $10 to win $15.50 if he scores a goal) Fiala Goals Betting Stats Fiala has eclipsed his points prop bet in every game he’s played with a set points prop. Through 22 games, Fiala has compiled 16 poin...

2 months ago | 3 reads

Will Adrian Kempe Score a Goal vs. the Ottawa Senators on November 24?

On Monday at 9:00 PM ET, the Los Angeles Kings play the Ottawa Senators — will Adrian Kempe light the lamp? There are stats and insights in this article, to help you make the right bet. Adrian Kempe Anytime Goal Odds vs. the Senators Anytime Goal Odds: +165 (Bet $10 to win $16.50 if he scores a goal) Kempe Goals Betting Stats Kempe has topped his points prop bet in one game he’s played with a set points prop. Through 22 games, Kempe has 20 points, including five multi-point conte...

2 months ago | 4 reads

Former Dodgers Reliever Evan Phillips is On the Cubs’ Radar

The Chicago Cubs will continue to add to their bullpen group this offseason – maybe even from the upper-tier of the free agent market – both because of an acute need, and also because they ALWAYS add lots and lots of different types of pitchers to the Spring Training mix (and then well into the season, too). If you bring in enough options, and if you’re good at selection and refining and game-planning, the Cubs have found that they can pretty much always net out three or four useful relievers ...

2 months ago | 3 reads