NBA Handicapping Articles

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.

2024-25 NBA Championship Odds and Expert Predictions
by Spencer Toth - 3/12/2025

The NBA regular season has entered its final month, and now is the perfect time to lock in your NBA championship picks. Early-season futures have the downside of tying up your bankroll for several months, but that isn’t the case now. You can still get a great price on many contenders while avoiding the lengthy time frame that comes with championship bets. A total of six teams have odds shorter than +3000, so let’s take a look at which of these favorites are worthy of a wager at this stage of the season.

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.

7 Greatest NBA Free Throw Shooters of All Time
by Jeremy Block - 2/27/2025

When we think about NBA legends, names like Michael Jordan, LeBron James, and Kobe Bryant probably come to mind first. Sure, these guys are known for their iconic dunks and shot-making abilities. But let’s talk about the players who made their living at the free-throw line. The best free throw shooters in NBA history didn’t make a fuss -- they just knocked down free throws, all day, every day.

Hot and Cold NBA Betting Teams ATS and Over Under 2/11/2025
by Spencer Toth - 2/11/2025

The NBA All-Star break is right around the corner, and some teams have put their foot on the gas heading into the break. While many see the All-Star break as the unofficial halfway point of the season, this year the All-Star break marks the 66% point of the regular season. Playoff hopefuls are running out of time to make a dash up the standings, and a very crowded Western Conference will go right down to the wire. Here are the hottest and coldest teams against the spread, along with the highest and lowest scorers.

The NBA's Most Underrated Glue Guys: Players Who Do the Dirty Work and Rarely Get the Credit
by Jeremy Block - 2/4/2025

We all know the NBA’s superstars -- the ones who make the highlight reels, drop 35-point games, and have entire TV ads dedicated to them. But there’s another breed of player who doesn’t get the love they deserve: the glue guys. These are the players who aren’t out there for the fame or jersey sales. They’re doing the behind-the-scenes work -- setting screens, hustling on defense, and hitting the occasional clutch shot while no one’s looking. You won’t find them in the spotlight, but trust me, their teams wouldn’t be the same without them.

7 NBA Players Who Were Unstoppable in the Post
by Jeremy Block - 1/31/2025

The post game in basketball used to be The way to dominate, long before the three-point barrages took over. These players didn’t just use the low block -- they owned it. It’s where the real big men lived, where strength met finesse, and where you could impose your will on the game. Whether it was with a spin move, a hook shot, or an unguardable fadeaway, these legends could make you wish you had stayed home on game night.

Free NBA Picks New York Knicks: Season-Long Handicapping and Specialization 1/29/2025
by Spencer Toth - 1/29/2025

The New York Knicks will look to extend their four-game win streak tonight, but they face a tough challenge against the MVP Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets. All year long, Doc’s Sports will be breaking down every weekday Knicks game while providing the best bets along the way.

Free NBA Picks New York Knicks: Season-Long Handicapping and Specialization 1/27/2025
by Spencer Toth - 1/27/2025

Tonight, there is a massive matchup brewing at Madison Square Garden as the New York Knicks (30-16) welcome the Memphis Grizzlies (31-15) to town. Memphis has won six consecutive games heading into this matchup, but only one of those victories came against a team currently in the top 10 of either conference. Memphis went out there and got the job done with five double digit wins against the lower third of the league but will have a much tougher test against New York tonight.

NBA Trends for First Half of Season with Expert Analysis and Predictions
by Spencer Toth - 1/21/2025

The halfway point of the NBA season is upon us, with each team in the league having played between 39 and 44 games this season. Certain trends have developed around the league over the first half of the season. Some teams have consistently lined the pockets of sports bettors with fantastic against the spread records, while others have fallen short time and time again.

Free NBA Picks New York Knicks: Season-Long Handicapping and Specialization 1/21/2025
by Spencer Toth - 1/21/2025

The New York Knicks have struggled on the second night of back-to-backs this season and will look to improve on their 2-3 record when they make the crosstown trip to Brooklyn to take on the Nets. You have found the right place for all your New York Knicks picks this season, as Doc’s Sports will be breaking down every Knicks weekday game this season while providing the best bets along the way.

The NBA's Most Overrated Superstars: Hype vs. Reality
by Jeremy Block - 1/20/2025

In the NBA, every season gives us a fresh batch of players who are hyped up as the next big thing, or the player who’s going to revamp the game. There’s no denying that the league has had its share of stars who have earned their rightful place in history, but there are a few who’ve had their hype rising to the roof with little to back it up.

Free NBA Picks New York Knicks: Season-Long Handicapping and Specialization 1/20/2025
by Spencer Toth - 1/20/2025

The New York Knicks are entering a pivotal stretch of their season, as they look to secure a top-half seed in an extremely competitive Eastern Conference. New York currently sits in third place, but just four games separate them from a drop down to 8th and a place in the play-in tournament. The special 3 PM EST tip-off for Martin Luther King Day could disrupt their rhythm, as the Knicks will have to dial in if they hope to extinguish the red-hot Hawks.

Free NBA Picks New York Knicks: Season-Long Handicapping and Specialization 1/17/2025
by Spencer Toth - 1/17/2025

The New York Knicks kicked off the campaign's second half with an overtime victory against the 76ers on Wednesday night, but the season is far from over. All year long, Doc’s Sports will break down every New York Knicks weekday game with free best bet recommendations along the way.

Hot and Cold NBA Betting Teams ATS and Over Under 1/16/2025
by Spencer Toth - 1/16/2025

The halfway point of the NBA season is upon us, and some teams are storming into the second half of the season while others are already limping over the finish line. Over the last few weeks, a pair of teams have been able to consistently cover the spread, while another duo has fallen short time and time again. Here are the hottest and coldest teams against the spread, with the highest and lowest scorers over the last 10 games.

Free NBA Picks New York Knicks: Season-Long Handicapping and Specialization 1/15/2025
by Spencer Toth - 1/15/2025

The New York Knicks officially finished the first half of the season, and it is now time to buckle in for the home stretch. They followed up their impressive 9-game win streak with five losses in the last seven games, which has allowed the chasing pack to catch up to the third-seeded Knicks.