Seton Hall is aiming for a bounce-back season after a disappointing 2024-25 campaign in which it finished 7-25. A 2-0 start would be a strong step for coach Shaheen Holloway and the Pirates, who host Wagner on Friday in South Orange, N.J.

Seton Hall is coming off a 77-50 neutral-site victory vs. Saint Peter's on Monday in Newark, N.J. Freshman reserve forward Najai Hines had an impressive debut, leading the Pirates with 12 points, nine rebounds and six blocks.

The 6-foot-10 Hines even heard some chants of "Baby Shaq" in the birthplace of NBA legend Shaquille O'Neal. Hines enjoyed the lively environment, but it was a business-first mentality on opening night.

"It was exciting," Hines said. "High-energy atmosphere, but I'm not really worried about that. I'm worried about winning."

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