NBA Handicapping Articles

NBA Handicapping: Does Hot 3-Point Shooting Correlate With ATS Success?
by Kevin Rogers - 12/30/2024

There has been much criticism from viewers of the NBA this season due to the obscene amount of three-pointers attempted per game. Even if the league has turned into a long-distance shooting game, there are still opportunities to cash in or fade teams on their three-point prowess.

Free NBA Picks New York Knicks: Season-Long Handicapping and Specialization 12/27/2024
by Spencer Toth - 12/27/2024

Don’t look now, but the New York Knicks are storming up the Eastern Conference standings after collecting their fifth consecutive win on Christmas Day. Doc’s Sports is the place to get all your New York Knicks betting needs this season, as we will be breaking down every single game while providing best bets along the way.

Free NBA Picks New York Knicks: Season-Long Handicapping and Specialization 12/25/2024
by Spencer Toth - 12/24/2024

The New York Knicks open up the NBA Christmas Day slate of games with their midday matchup against the San Antonio Spurs. You have found the right place for all your New York Knicks betting needs this season. All year long, Doc’s Sports will be breaking down every New York Knicks weekday game with the best bets provided along the way.

Shocking NBA Playoff Failures That No One Saw Coming
by Jeremy Block - 12/23/2024

The NBA playoffs are supposed to be where the best teams shine, but sometimes they’re the stage for absolute disaster. Some of the league’s most dominant teams have faced shocking collapses that no one saw coming. Whether it's a powerhouse team crumbling under pressure, or an underdog coming out of nowhere to spoil the party, these playoff failures will go down in history.

Free NBA Picks New York Knicks: Season-Long Handicapping and Specialization 12/23/2024
by Spencer Toth - 12/23/2024

The New York Knicks have found their rhythm, winning eight of their last 10 games, including three straight victories. However, a visit from a relentless Raptors team threatens to ruin their holiday spirit as they prepare for their Christmas Day game in front of the nation. You have found the right place for all your New York Knicks betting needs, as Doc’s Sports will be breaking down and providing the best bets for every Knicks game this season.

Free NBA Picks New York Knicks: Season-Long Handicapping and Specialization 12/19/2024
by Spencer Toth - 12/19/2024

The Knicks have had a nice rest due to their elimination from the NBA Cup after they lost to the Atlanta Hawks on Wednesday night last week. New York was dominated on the glass in their 108-100 defeat, allowing 22 offensive rebounds, the third most by any team this season. All five starters scored 13 or more points for New York, but their bench was outscored 43-14.

Hot and Cold NBA Betting Teams ATS and Over Under 12/12/2024
by Spencer Toth - 12/12/2024

The last few weeks have been incredibly eventful in the NBA. The NBA Cup heads to Vegas for the semifinals, and the regular season standings have begun to take shape. Over the last two weeks, some teams have been able to exceed expectations, while others have been falling short consistently. Here are the hottest and coldest teams against the spread, with the highest and lowest scorers over the last two weeks.

Free NBA Picks New York Knicks: Season-Long Handicapping and Specialization 12/11/2024
by Spencer Toth - 12/11/2024

On Monday night, the Knicks took down the Toronto Raptors 114-109. Toronto had it tied with 30 seconds left, but a dagger 3-pointer from Karl-Anthony Towns stretched the lead to 5 with less than a dozen seconds to play. New York has now won 6 of their last 7 games, and after going a perfect 4-0 in the NBA Cup, they will be confident they can book their place in the semifinals.

2024 NBA Cup Championship Predictions with Betting Odds
by Spencer Toth - 12/9/2024

The NBA Cup bracket has been set, and now is the perfect time to make your NBA Cup championship picks. Doc’s Sports will be breaking down all eight remaining contenders and their chances at lifting the coveted NBA Cup.

Free NBA Picks New York Knicks: Season-Long Handicapping and Specialization 12/9/2024
by Spencer Toth - 12/9/2024

The New York Knicks take their first trip North of the border this season, heading to Toronto to take on the Raptors. The Knicks will be looking ahead to their NBA Cup matchup on Wednesday, but they cannot afford to take a feisty Raptors team lightly tonight. You’ve found the right place for all your New York Knicks betting needs, as Doc’s Sports will be breaking down every weekday Knicks game this season.

Free NBA Picks New York Knicks: Season-Long Handicapping and Specialization 12/5/2024
by Spencer Toth - 12/5/2024

The New York Knicks must avoid a textbook trap game when they host the Charlotte Hornets tonight. The Knicks secured a massive NBA Cup victory to punch their ticket into the knockout stage on Tuesday but cannot afford to take their opponents lightly tonight. Throughout the NBA season, Doc’s Sports will be breaking down every single New York Knicks matchup while providing the best bets along the way.

Free NBA Picks New York Knicks: Season-Long Handicapping and Specialization 12/3/2024
by Spencer Toth - 12/3/2024

The New York Knicks have an enormous NBA Cup matchup against the Orlando Magic tonight. Both teams are 3-0 in the Cup, and the winner of this game will finish on top of the group. New York has begun to build serious chemistry on their roster, and NBA Cup games with a playoff-like intensity could prove valuable to their championship aspirations. This is one of the biggest games of the regular season for New York, and you have found the right place for your free best bets.

Free NBA Picks New York Knicks: Season-Long Handicapping and Specialization 11/29/2024
by Spencer Toth - 11/28/2024

A regular season matchup between the Charlotte Hornets and New York Knicks would not normally draw much interest, but the introduction of the NBA Cup has turned this into a massive NBA game. The Hornets have already been eliminated from the NBA Cup after losing their opening two games, but the Knicks have a great chance to top East Group A after winning their first two games.

Top 7 Most Shocking NBA Trades in the Last 15 Years That Actually Paid Off
by Jeremy Block - 11/28/2024

Over the last 15 years, the NBA has witnessed some major trades that reshaped teams and shook up the entire league. While not every trade is a slam dunk, these seven blockbuster moves actually paid off in a big way. We’re talking about trades that turned teams into championship contenders, sparked dynasties, and brought in future superstars. From back seat views to the top of the NBA mountain, these trades changed the game for the teams that pulled the trigger.

Hot and Cold NBA Betting Teams ATS and Over Under 11/27/2024
by Spencer Toth - 11/27/2024

The NBA Cup is heating up as teams begin to book their places in the knockout rounds. Some teams have been able to exceed early-season expectations, while others have been consistently falling short in the betting markets. As the NBA season approaches 25% complete, here are the hottest and coldest teams against the spread over the last two weeks.

Free NBA Picks New York Knicks: Season-Long Handicapping and Specialization 11/27/2024
by Spencer Toth - 11/27/2024

On Monday night, the Knicks had their best performance of the season in their 145-118 smackdown against the Denver Nuggets. New York built a 23-point first half lead but didn't take their foot off the gas as they went on to win the third and fourth quarters too. Nikola Jokic had a quiet game as Karl-Anthony Towns was able to clamp down on the three-time MVP.

The Rise and Fall of Seven NBA Stars
by Jeremy Block - 11/25/2024

The NBA has produced some of the greatest hoopers the world has ever seen. However, as we know, even the brightest stars can struggle when the spotlight dims. Off the court, many of these stars have faced significant downfalls -- whether it's run-ins with the law, drug addictions, or career-changing injuries.

Free NBA Picks New York Knicks: Season-Long Handicapping and Specialization 11/25/2024
by Spencer Toth - 11/25/2024

The Knicks were confident they could extend their win streak against the lowly Utah Jazz on Saturday night, but they fell short 121-106. New York did many of the little things right, but they were unable to match the Jazz’s red-hot hands from deep.

Free NBA Picks New York Knicks: Season-Long Handicapping and Specialization 11/20/2024
by Spencer Toth - 11/20/2024

Don’t look now, but the New York Knicks are suddenly on their first three-game win streak of the season. The win streak has come with a pair of wins over the Brooklyn Nets followed by a victory over the lowly Wizards, all of which were at home. This won’t be enough to start planning the parade for the Knicks, but it will fill them with some optimism after their 5-6 start.

Free NBA Picks New York Knicks: Season-Long Handicapping and Specialization 11/18/2024
by Spencer Toth - 11/18/2024

On Friday night, the Knicks stayed perfect in the NBA Cup, beating the Brooklyn Nets 124-122 to move to 2-0. The Knicks built themselves a 21-point lead but ultimately needed a go-ahead triple from Jalen Brunson with 6 seconds left to avoid embarrassment. The game winning shot capped off Brunson’s best game of the season, as he led the Knicks with 37 points.