NBA Handicapping Articles

Orlando Magic vs Boston Celtics Series Predictions and Best Bets
by Spencer Toth - 4/17/2025

The Boston Celtics will be kicking off their playoff run with a visit from the Orlando Magic. Anytime the defending champions take the court, there will never be a shortage of excitement, and a full-strength Celtics team will be difficult to get past. Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown were a dominant duo in the playoffs last year, and the Celtics All-Stars will be confident they can easily surpass this first hurdle.

Golden State Warriors vs Houston Rockets Series Predictions and Best Bets
by Spencer Toth - 4/17/2025

The Houston Rockets have emerged from their rebuild after missing the playoffs in four consecutive seasons. They fought hard in the regular season to secure the 2nd seed in a competitive Western Conference, and their reward is a first round matchup against the Golden State Warriors. Golden State needed the play-in tournament to qualify for the postseason, but that doesn’t make them any less of a threat in the postseason.

Minnesota Timberwolves vs Los Angeles Lakers Series Predictions and Best Bets
by Spencer Toth - 4/16/2025

The Lakers and Timberwolves have legitimate title aspirations this year, but one of them will stumble on the first hurdle of the postseason. Anytime LeBron James is in the playoffs, the spotlight will be on him, especially with Luka Doncic playing alongside him on the court. The Lakers face a tough defensive task as they square off against four-time DPOY Rudy Gobert.

Top March Madness Performers of 2025 and Their NBA Futures
by Jeremy Block - 4/16/2025

March Madness has come and gone, and while we’re all still recovering from the buzzer-beaters and bracket-busting upsets, one thing’s clear: this year’s tournament was a showcase of future NBA talent. From breakout performances to solid role players stepping up, the 2025 edition gave us a glimpse of who might be rocking NBA jerseys next season.

Milwaukee Bucks vs. Indiana Pacers Series Predictions and Best Bets
by Spencer Toth - 4/16/2025

The Milwaukee Bucks get a chance at revenge after they lost in the first round to the Indiana Pacers last season. Milwaukee was unable to pick up a road win in that series, as the Pacers hot shooters kept them ahead of Milwaukee, with three of their four wins coming by 13 or more points. The Pacers and Bucks are relatively similar teams to how they were last season, and this promises to be another exhilarating series.

2024-25 NBA Championship Odds and Expert Predictions
by Spencer Toth - 4/16/2025

The NBA playoffs are days from getting underway and this is the perfect time to lock in your championship picks. The Oklahoma City Thunder and Boston Celtics have emerged as the clear title favorites, but there are a handful of teams that will feel confident in their abilities to pull off an upset. Due to the short odds for the Celtics and Thunder, only three other teams are coming in with odds shorter than +2000.

NBA Rookie of the Year Odds and Expert Betting Predictions
by Jeremy Block - 4/16/2025

Every year, the NBA drafts a bunch of young, college players who just figured out how to do their own laundry, hands them millions of dollars, and expects them to save struggling franchises. Most of them don’t. Some disappear so fast you start questioning if they were actually drafted or if you just hallucinated their Summer League highlights. But every so often, a handful of rookies step up and immediately have an impact.

Los Angeles Clippers vs. Denver Nuggets Series Predictions and Best Bets
by Spencer Toth - 4/15/2025

The Los Angeles Clippers and Denver Nuggets both have legitimate title aspirations, but one of these contenders will be bounced in the opening round. The Denver Nuggets are led by one man, and they have already proven that is enough to carry them to a championship. Nikola Jokic has already scooped up three MVP awards and is in the conversation for the award once again.

Detroit Pistons vs. New York Knicks Series Predictions and Best Bets
by Spencer Toth - 4/15/2025

The New York Knicks and Detroit Pistons square off in the first round of what promises to be an exhilarating series. The Knicks were bounced in the second round in back-to-back seasons after winning only one playoff series since 2000 before that streak. New York has reasonable title aspirations this season, and they will be hoping a win over the Pistons will be the first step in a lengthy playoff run.

Top 8 Richest NBA Players in History
by Jeremy Block - 4/15/2025

Some hoopers cash their checks and call it a day. Others treat the NBA like step one in a master plan to capitalize in the business world. And then there’s this group — the chosen few who turned a basketball into a billion-dollar baton pass. These players aren’t just rich athletes; they’re brand empires with sneakers, food chains, tech portfolios, and in one case, Forbes Magazine under their belts.

NBA Western Conference Play-In Tournament Predictions with Odds and Exepert Analysis
by Spencer Toth - 4/14/2025

The NBA play-in tournament has added drama to the final weeks of the NBA regular season, and the final games in the Western Conference couldn’t have been more dramatic. With two games to go, just two wins separated 4th and 8th in the Western Conference. Now that all 82 games have been completed, the Golden State Warriors and Memphis Grizzlies were the unlucky pair to slip into the play-in tournament.

NBA Eastern Conference Play-In Tournament Predictions with Odds and Exepert Analysis
by Spencer Toth - 4/14/2025

The addition of the NBA play-in tournament has been a great success for the NBA, and it has given us the chance to profit from these extra games. The Eastern Conference play-in race was far from dramatic, as the Magic, Hawks, Bulls, and Heat all clinched 7th through 10th more than a week ago. However, only two of these teams will get the privilege of losing to -- I mean facing off -- against the Cavaliers and Celtics in the first round.

The 7 Best NBA Playoff Series of All Time
by Jeremy Block - 3/31/2025

Alright, let’s talk about the NBA playoffs -- because, let’s be real, the real magic often happens before the Finals. Sure, everyone remembers the championship games, but it’s the battles that happen earlier in the postseason that deliver some of the most insane drama and unforgettable moments. From all-time greats going head-to-head, to unexpected upsets, the NBA postseason has given us some unforgettable series that we can’t help but talk about forever.

Hot and Cold NBA Betting Teams ATS and Over Under 3/25/2025
by Spencer Toth - 3/25/2025

There are just 10 games left in the NBA regular season, and time is running out for playoff hopefuls to make a late dash up the NBA standings. Over the last few weeks, certain teams have been able to defy the odds, while others have fallen short against the spread. Here are the hottest and coldest teams in the NBA, with the highest and lowest scorers.

7 NBA Players Who Went Broke
by Jeremy Block - 3/14/2025

When most people think of NBA players, they picture mansions, luxury cars, and endless stacks of cash. The reality, however, is a lot messier for some former superstars. While many athletes do just fine after their playing days are over, a few manage to blow through their fortunes faster than you can say "taxes." These players might’ve been kings on the court, but off it?

Best Bets for NBA Championship Longshots
by Spencer Toth - 3/13/2025

A handful of teams have emerged as the NBA Championship favorites. The Celtics and Thunder lead the way with +180 and +200 odds respectively, and just six teams have championship odds of +2000 or shorter. This means several playoff teams with long championship odds have the potential to pay out a massive payout. Last year, the 10th best team had +2800 odds heading into the postseason, and this year they have +11000 odds. Here are the sleeper picks for the 2025 NBA playoffs worthy of a small sprinkle for the chance at a huge reward.

NBA Western Conference Odds and Predictions to Make Play In Tournament
by Spencer Toth - 3/11/2025

The Western Conference standings are incredibly tight with a month remaining in the regular season. The Oklahoma City Thunder have separated themselves from the chasing pack in first place, but just 9 and a half games separate 2nd and 10th. There is still plenty to play for in terms of playoff and play-in tournament seeding, and this is a crucial final stretch for the playoff contenders. There are several teams that will only clinch a playoff spot in the final week of the season, and there is still plenty of money to be made in this playoff race.

Handicapping the NBA Eastern Conference Playoff Race
by Spencer Toth - 3/11/2025

The playoff race in the Eastern Conference is heating up with just one month remaining in the NBA regular season. The Cavaliers, Celtics, and Knicks are all comfortably sitting in the top three seeds, but fourth through 13th are within five games of the play-in tournament. There has never been a better time to make future bets, as with less than 20 games left in the season, you will not have to tie up your bankroll for very long. Here are the fringe playoff teams with the best bets on their potential playoff qualification.

Hot and Cold NBA Betting Teams ATS and Over Under 3/4/2025
by Spencer Toth - 3/4/2025

The final month of the NBA season is inching closer, and time is running out for the playoff hopefuls to make a late dash up the standings. This is a crucial stretch of the NBA season, as teams are looking to tune their rosters with the playoffs looming. Some teams have consistently outperformed their odds, while others have consistently fallen short. Here are the hottest and coldest teams against the spread with just one month to go in the NBA season.

8 Best Undrafted NBA Players Who Made History
by Jeremy Block - 2/27/2025

Not every NBA star starts their journey with a shiny, first-round pick attached to their name. Some of the best to ever play the game had to fight tooth and nail just to earn a roster spot, let alone getting minutes on the court. These are the players who didn’t hear their names called on draft night but still made their mark… and then some.