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.”Holloway believes Hines’ strong first impression is a testament to strides he made behind the scenes.”I thought he was good, but this is how he practices every day,” the coach said. “He’s one of the guys that I can never say that don’t have energy. He’s getting in better shape. I like what I’ve seen. The good thing for him is that he’s only going to get better.”Anchored by Hines, Seton Hall’s defense stifled Saint Peter’s into 27.5% shooting. The Pirates forced the Peacocks into 15 turnovers and scored 23 points off those miscues.