Detroit Piston Eyes on Longest Win Streak in Almost Two Decades

Detroit Piston are on a seven-game winning streak, steadily achieving a milestone they haven’t reach in nearly two decades. This streak is their longest since the championship-contending days of the early 2000s. If they win their match on Wednesday against the Bolton Celtics(7 ET, NBA League Pass)., they will achieve an 8-game winning streak, achieving a milestone they haven’t beaten aince the 2006-07 campaign. Beating the Celtics won’t be an easy feat but Detroit has rest-advantage on its side, as Boston is on their second leg of an consecutive nba game after Tuesday’s 111-101 win over the Toronto Raptors.

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Goldschmidt believes Cardinals can complete unfinished business

Paul Goldschmidt laments the struggles of the past two seasons that ultimately led to his painful exit from the Cardinals. Had his power and productivity numbers been significantly better and had St. Louis not missed the playoffs in 2023 and ‘24, the now-37-year-old Goldschmidt might still be wearing the birds on the bat of the Cardinals instead of wearing the pinstripes of the Yankees. In many ways, it’s as if Goldschmidt’s emotions are battling one another as he adjusts to being in a lineup with Aaron Judge and Giancarlo Stanton instead of one with close friend Nolan Arenado and Willson Contreras.

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Liam Hendricks Super Energized in Red Sox Debut

Liam Hendriks isn’t all about winning the Red Sox closer role just yet. For him, Wednesday was about the excitement of competing again after missing most of the last three seasons. In his Grapefruit League debut, Hendriks showed his signature fire, securing a strikeout with a fist pump despite it being just the fourth inning of a spring game. Liam Hendriks explained at the end of the game, “You come across as kind of a [jerk] when you do it in the fourth inning of a Spring Training game,” “But it’s nice to get that going, as far as just the mentality of having it in you and doing it that way.”

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7’6 Mamadou N’Diaye Takes the Mound at Dodgers Camp

7-foot-6 Mamadou N’Diaye towered over the 6-foot-4 Ohtani in a photo that highlighted the striking height. Ndaiye took the mound, receiving pitching tips from manager Dave Roberts. His towering frame brings to mind the tallest recorded MLB player, 6-foot-11 Sean Hjelle, and even surpasses 7-foot-3 Victor Wembanyama, who threw a first pitch last season.

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Marquis Grissom Baseball Association Guides Next Generation

Marquis Grissom has had one of the best Major League Baseball Careers. He won the 1995 World Series with the Braves, took home four straight Gold Glove Awards from 1993-96, made a couple All-Star teams and spent 17 seasons playing at the game’s highest level. He played his last game in 2005. He knew exactly what would come next for him: the Marquis Grissom Baseball Association, a nonprofit organization that’s helped a new generation of players live the same dream Grissom did for nearly two decades. Grissom founded the MGBA in 2006 with the mission to provide athletes in underserved communities the opportunity to compete in a competitive baseball league. He sponsors travel baseball teams around the Atlanta area, ranging from age 7-22, while also providing coaching, mentoring, college placement assistance, tutoring and scholarship in his hometown. “I had some people that were very instrumental in my growing up and upbringing that really invested a lot of time with me, so I kind of knew what I was going to do once I retired,” Grissom said in a phone interview. “I even knew what I was gonna do, whether I made it to the league or not gonna make it to the league. I always wanted to go back and help kids follow their dreams and continue to dream and try to be whatever you think you are capable of being.”

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NBA Expert Picks: Phoenix Suns VS New Orleans Pelicans

The New Orleans Pelicans take on the Phoenix Suns in one of five NBA games scheduled for Friday. Read the preview for New Orleans Pelicans VS Phoenix Suns. Both teams have met 86 times in the regular season, with the Suns winning 57 and the Pelicans 29. Tip-off for the game is set for 9:00 p.m. ET at Footprint Center. Match Plug provides the preview for the all NBA game. Before you lock in any picks, check out the odds, and analysis we laid out in this preview. Betting Preview for Phoenix Suns VS New Orleans Pelicans Betting On The Phoenix Suns The Suns have lost back-to-back games, including a 151-148 overtime defeat to the Grizzlies in a high-scoring matchup. Devin Booker posted a double-double with 28 points and 10 assists. Betting On New Orleans Pelicans The Pelicans have won two straight games and three of their last four. They beat the Spurs 109-103 on Tuesday, with Trey Murphy III leading the team with 24 points, four rebounds, four assists, two steals, and two blocks. MatchPlug Prediction For Phoenix Suns VS New Orleans Pelicans In this fixture, the Suns are strong favorites. The addition of Durant-Booker-Bradley Beal as part of the starting lineup could be a tough challenge for New Orleans Pelicans. Our predictions for the Suns VS Pelicans is the Phoenix Suns. Final Prediction: Phoenix Suns Over/Under

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NHL Expert Picks: Oilers VS Panthers

The Edmonton Oilers face the Florida Panthers in a Stanley Cup Final rematch at Amerant Bank Arena on February 27. Read our preview for the Oilers VS Panthers.The Oilers aim to end their four-game losing streak against the reigning champions.  You can get Todays basketball tips for Oilers VS Panthers on MatchPlug. We are a sure Prediction site for previews and tips regarding similar matches. Betting Preview for Oilers VS Panthers Betting On Oilers The Oilers’ struggles continued with a fourth straight loss to Tampa Bay on Tuesday, marking their worst skid of the season. As they take on Florida on Thursday, they’ll look to avoid a fifth consecutive defeat on their tough Eastern Conference road trip.   Edmonton has yet to win on this trip, losing all three games by at least three goals and getting outscored 22-11. They enter Thursday’s matchup as underdogs and hold the NHL’s worst puck line record at 20-38, failing to cover in eight straight games.   Betting On Panthers Florida holds a strong 17-10-2 home record this season but will be without star forward Matthew Tkachuk for a third straight game due to a groin injury from the 4 Nations Face-Off. He isn’t expected to return until mid-March.   While his absence may impact their offense, the Panthers’ defense has been dominant, allowing the second-fewest goals per 60 minutes since Jan. 1. MatchPlug Prediction For Oilers VS Panthers The Panthers have one of the NHL’s strongest defenses and have been excellent at stopping their opponents’ shots. Ths Oilers might find this match a bit challenging because of their struggle with offense on the road.  With Tkachuk still out, Bennett is expected to step up again, and the Panthers are favored to win. Final Prediction: Panthers Over/Under

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NHL Expert Picks: Flames VS Lightning 

The Calgary Flames face the Tampa Bay Lightning in what should be an exciting NHL matchup on Thursday, February 27, 2025. Read our preview for the Flames VS Lightning match. The match is scheduled for 07:00 PM EST at the Amalie Arena, Tampa, Florida. Match Plug provides the latest analysis and odds for the Flames VS Lightning game. Betting Preview for Flames VS Lightning  Betting On The Flames The Calgary Flames are fighting to stay in the Stanley Cup playoff race, earning points in their last three games. While a win against struggling San Jose (3-2) was expected, their impressive 3-1 victory over Washington stood out, making them the first team in 2025 to take two points from the Capitals at home. Head coach Ryan Huska’s squad will be looking to build on this momentum as they push toward their postseason goals, but consistency will be key moving forward. Betting On Lightning  John Cooper’s squad is staying strong even after the February break, extending their winning streak to six games. Instead of overpowering opponents, they’ve taken a more controlled approach, securing solid wins like 4-1 victories over both Seattle and Edmonton. Now sitting fourth in the East, Tampa Bay is in great form and has the potential to climb even higher, possibly contending for the second seed and home-ice advantage in the playoffs. MatchPlug Prediction For Flames VS Lightning  With Tampa Bay in top form and riding a six-game winning streak, they have a strong chance to extend their success. Their recent dominant 4-1 wins over Seattle and Edmonton further shows how great they are at dominating games. With their current momentum and push to climb up the standings, the Lightning are likely to win against the flames on Thursday. Final Prediction: Lightning Moneyline

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NBA Expert Picks: Golden State Warriors VS Orlando Magic

The Golden State Warriors VS Orlando Magic is live at Kia Center on Friday, February 28, 2025, at 1:00 AM. The Magic currently sit seventh in the Eastern Conference, while the Warriors hold the eighth spot in the West. Read on for our match preview and prediction. Match Plug provides the latest analysis and odds for the game. Betting Preview for Golden State Warriors VS Orlando Magic Betting On Golden State Warriors  The Warriors have won their last three meetings with the Magic, including their last two games in Orlando. They enter this matchup in strong form, riding a four-game winning streak, with their last three victories coming by over 20 points. Top player, Jonathan Kuminga remains out with an ankle injury, while Trayce Jackson-Davis is uncertain to play. The Golden State are now going into this game with 31 wins, sitting four games above .500. Betting On Orlando Magic The Magic are coming off a tough 40-point loss to the Cavaliers, struggling from start to finish. Inconsistent this season, they have now lost two of their first three games in a seven-game homestand. With 31 losses, they sit two games below .500. Star player, Jalen Suggs will be absent for this match, while Cole Anthony is not certain. MatchPlug Prediction For Golden State Warriors VS Orlando Magic Given the Warriors’ recent form and dominant wins, they have the upper hand heading into this matchup. Meanwhile, the Magic’s have been inconsistent this season, struggling with losses, including a heavy defeat to the Cavaliers. Judging from both teams stats, Our prediction for the match is a win for the Golden State Warriors.  Final Prediction: Golden State Warriors Spread

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NBA Expert Picks: Denver Nuggets VS Milwaukee Bucks

The Denver Nuggets take on the Milwaukee Bucks on Thursday 27th of February, 2025. Denver, currently struggling with inconsistent score lines playing against the Bucks in the last three years will aim to open the season series with a win. Read our preview of the Denver Nuggets VS Milwaukee Buck. The match is scheduled for 02:00 AM at the Fiserv Forum. Match Plug provides the latest analysis and odds for the Denver Nuggets VS Milwaukee Bucks game. Betting Preview for Denver Nuggets VS Milwaukee Bucks Betting On The Denver Nuggets  The Nuggets have been in top form this month, winning 10 of 11 games in February. With a 38-20 record, they are tied for the second-best spot in the Western Conference. Denver started their four-game Eastern road trip with a 125-116 win over the Pacers. Nikola Jokic, a leading MVP candidate, is available and set for an exciting matchup with Giannis Antetokounmpo. Peyton Watson is sidelined, while Aaron Gordon and Jamal Murray are listed as probable. Betting On VS Milwaukee Bucks The Bucks had their four-game winning streak ended in a 100-97 loss to Houston, dropping them back to fifth in the standings with their 25th defeat of the season. Giannis Antetokounmpo, a top MVP contender, is probable as he manages a calf issue and will look to shine against a strong opponent. Pat Connaughton remains sidelined due to injury. MatchPlug Prediction For Denver Nuggets VS Milwaukee Bucks With the Nuggets in excellent form, they have a strong chance to extend their winning run. The Bucks, coming off a narrow loss, will rely on Antetokounmpo to avoid a win, but this may be an almost impossible goal because Denver’s momentum is impeccable and they have the winning edge in this matchup. Therefore, our prediction for the Milwaukee Bucks-Denver Nuggets match is Milwaukee Bucks wins the match. Final Prediction: Denver Nuggets Moneyline

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