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The NBA season continues, and we have a tilt between the Sacramento Kings and the Milwaukee Bucks on Tuesday. It’s time to continue our NBA odds series with a Kings-Bucks prediction and pick. The Sacramento Kings (20-19) visit the Milwaukee Bucks (21-17) at Fiserv Forum on Tuesday, with both teams seeking to climb their respective […]

Minnesota Timberwolves franchise star Anthony Edwards is continuing his takeover of the NBA as he works to get his squad back to the Western Conference Finals. After releasing the acclaimed “Shoe of the 2024” in his Adidas AE 1, the young star and his sponsor are ready to make an even bigger splash in 2025. […]

The NBA MVP discussion has been centered around Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Nikola Jokic in recent weeks. These have been arguably the two best players in the NBA this season, and they are each deserving of the MVP award. However, what about Victor Wembanyama and Cade Cunningham? These two young, emerging stars are the reasons for […]

Although they seemed like the gods of the NBA, the Cleveland Cavaliers looked human against the Indiana Pacers for the first time this season. In their 108-93 loss to the Pacers, the Cavs struggled to find consistency on offense, seeing shots that would typically connect fall to the wayside. But when Indiana dialed up the […]

When the Sacramento Kings fired Mike Brown, they were on the brink of total collapse. Over in the Eastern Conference, the Indiana Pacers were in a similar spot as Sacramento in regards to their dreaded start to the season. Just a few week later, the Kings and Pacers own the two longest active win streaks […]

Fans, media, and players alike are all over the board on where Kobe Bryant ranks all time. There are those out there (myself included) who rank him as a top three or four player in NBA history. Others have him outside of the top 10. For example, a viral clip has shown Jason Williams questioning […]

It’s looking like the 2024-25 season is shaping up to be quite the season for the Cleveland Cavaliers; after two seasons of being a middle of the pack playoff team in the Eastern Conference, the Cavs have blossomed into the league’s preeminent powerhouse, boasting a record of 33-5 record at the time of writing. The […]

The Golden State Warriors head east and north of the border to take on the Toronto Raptors. It’s time to continue our NBA odds series with a Warriors-Raptors prediction and pick. We will also let you know how to watch the game. Here are the Warriors-Raptors NBA odds, courtesy of FanDuel.  NBA Odds: Warriors-Raptors Odds […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves have drawn a critical eye from the entire NBA fanbase for their ill-advised decision-making over the offseason. In the name of prioritizing the franchise’s long-term financial health, the Timberwolves decided to trade franchise cornerstone Karl-Anthony Towns, whose supermax contract was set to kick in, to the New York Knicks in exchange for […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves hit the road to take on the Washington Wizards Monday night. Below we will continue our NBA odds series with a Timberwolves-Wizards prediction and pick. We will also let you know how to watch the game. Here are the Timberwolves-Wizards NBA odds, courtesy of FanDuel.  NBA Odds: Timberwolves-Wizards Odds Minnesota Timberwolves: -13.5 […]

INGLEWOOD, CA — The Los Angeles Clippers returned to practice this weekend amid the ongoing wildfires in Los Angeles. Kawhi Leonard, who did not play in the Clippers’ last game on Wednesday against the Denver Nuggets, returned home to be with his family who evacuated from the Pacific Palisades area. According to TMZ, Leonard’s home […]

Some regular season losses sting a bit more in professional sports, even in the NBA’s 82-game slog. It was hard to ignore how Taylor Jenkins used one-word answers after the Memphis Grizzlies lost to Alperen Sengun’s Houston Rockets on January 9. Thankfully, the Grizzlies (25-14) responded well after a baffling loss to the Rockets (25-12) […]

Since they were selected one after the other in the 2021 NBA Draft, Evan Mobley, who went third to the Cleveland Cavaliers, and Scottie Barnes, who went fourth to the Toronto Raptors, will always be linked. In their rookie seasons, Mobley and Barnes were neck and neck for Rookie of the Year, with the Raptors […]

We’re back with another betting prediction and pick in the NBA as we head to Los Angeles for this next cross-conference matchup. The Miami Heat (20-17) will visit the Los Angeles Clippers (20-17) as both teams open their head-to-head season series. It’s time to continue our NBA odds series with a Heat-Clippers prediction and pick. The Miami Heat are currently […]

Throughout the season, the Cleveland Cavaliers have been the best team in the NBA. Much of that can be attributed to Cleveland’s dynamic bench, which gives the Cavs a spoil of riches in their rotations. However, diving deeper into Cleveland’s mob, you’ll quickly notice that Max Strus, a staple in the Cavs’ starting lineup last […]

Riding an NBA-best 12-game winning streak, the Cleveland Cavaliers want to keep the good times rolling against their latest opponent: the Indiana Pacers. Last time out, the Cavs knocked off the Toronto Raptors 132-126 with their bench on full display. The Pacers, meanwhile, won their latest matchup against the Golden State Warriors 108-96. This will […]

The NBA season continues, and we have a tilt between the Charlotte Hornets and the Phoenix Suns on Sunday. It’s time to continue our NBA odds series with a Hornets-Suns prediction and pick. The Phoenix Suns look to bounce back from a disappointing home loss to the Charlotte Hornets when the two teams meet again […]

The Los Angeles Lakers have reportedly been one of the more active teams in the midst of trade season, and in the weeks leading up to the NBA trade deadline. They’ve already made one trade, acquiring Dorian Finney-Smith and Shake Milton for D’Angelo Russell, Maxwell Lewis and draft compensation. But while that move certainly helped […]

The NBA season continues, and we have a tilt between the Milwaukee Bucks and the New York Knicks on Sunday. It’s time to continue our NBA odds series with a Bucks-Knicks prediction and pick. In a pivotal Eastern Conference showdown, the New York Knicks (25-14) host the Milwaukee Bucks (21-16) at Madison Square Garden on […]

NEW YORK – Austin Reaves has stepped into a prominent role for the Los Angeles Lakers as they continue pushing for a top seed in the Playoffs. The third-year guard is already reaching astronomical heights on the basketball court, but he’s also building his own brand off the floor with sponsor Rigorer. The partners will […]

Championship teams aren’t built overnight, and Phoenix Suns owner Mat Ishbia knows that as well as anyone. Also, Kevin Durant has a deep understanding of that. However, the two men share different journeys to their respective championships. For starters, Ishbia was a part of the 2000 Michigan State Spartans national championship win. Conversely, Durant has […]

We’re set for another betting prediction and pick for Saturday’s slate of NBA action as we head to Portland for this next cross-conference matchup. The Miami Heat (19-17) will take on the Portland Trail Blazers (13-24) as both sides face off for the first time this season. It’s time to continue our NBA odds series with a Heat-Trail […]

We’re back again with another betting prediction and pick from the NBA as we head to the Eastern Conference for the continuation of this current season series. The Toronto Raptors (8-30) will take on the Detroit Pistons (19-19) with Detroit leading the season series 2-0. It’s time to continue our NBA odds series with a Raptors-Pistons prediction and pick. The […]

We’re set for another NBA betting prediction and pick as we break down Saturday’s slate of action with this upcoming game in the Western Conference. The Utah Jazz (9-27) will take on the Phoenix Suns (17-19) will Phoenix up 2-0 in the season series. It’s time to continue our NBA odds series with a Jazz-Suns prediction and pick. The […]

The Houston Rockets have arrived. That much is clear. After three years of rebuilding, the Rockets managed to return to relevancy last season, threatening for a play-in spot despite losing Alperen Sengun to an injury. Now, they’ve taken the next step, blossoming into a full-blown contending team as they sit pretty at second in the […]

To say the honeymoon period with Zion Williamson is over is a huge understatement. Still, consequences for certain actions have been hard to find with the New Orleans Pelicans and the two-time NBA All-Star over the past six injury-ravaged seasons. EVP David Griffin decided enough was enough on January 10 as the team suspended Williamson […]

We’re back with another betting prediction and pick for Saturday’s NBA slate as we head to Atlanta for this next cross-conference matchup. The Houston Rockets (25-12) will take on the Atlanta Hawks (19-19) as the two sides play their first game of the season. It’s time to continue our NBA odds series with a Rockets-Hawks prediction and pick. The […]

With the Feb. 6 NBA trade deadline fast approaching, Washington Wizards fans are wondering what the team will do with Kyle Kuzma, Jonas Valanciunas, and Malcolm Brogdon. All three veterans could be flipped for draft capital and/or young players to accelerate Washington’s (6-29) rebuild. The Sacramento Kings remain “a team to watch” in regards to […]

It’s been a bad week for pretty much everyone in the Southern California region with the raging wildfires prompting hundreds of thousands to evacuate, LA celebrities and A-listers included. But one SoCal famous name is having the week of his life, with Liangelo Ball’s viral song Tweaker the talk of the music and sports world […]

Well, Taylor Jenkins said the Memphis Grizzlies (24-14) would be getting funky midway through the 2024-25 NBA season. A lineup of Jaylen Wells, Luke Kennard, Santi Aldama, Brandon Clarke, and Jay Huff was featured in the fourth quarter of a 119-115 home loss to the Houston Rockets (25-12). Jenkins gave uncharacteristic one-word answers after the […]

Following their 132-126 win over the Toronto Raptors, the Cleveland Cavaliers saw their NBA-best winning streak extend to twelve games. In that twelve-game run, many would naturally assume that Donovan Mitchell has put the Cavs on his back and put up NBA MVP-like numbers. However, this couldn’t be further from the reality of the situation. […]

Jimmy Butler’s decision that he no longer wants to play for the Miami Heat has not changed a whole lot regarding the Feb. 6 NBA trade deadline. While several teams have contacted the Heat about possibly trading for Butler, no real traction on a potential deal has formed. The six-time All-Star has hit rock bottom […]

As the Atlanta Hawks make their way through the unpredictable landscape of the 2024-25 NBA season, trade rumors are beginning to heat up. Despite sitting with a respectable 19-19 record, there’s a growing belief that the current roster may lack the firepower necessary to truly challenge in the Eastern Conference. For the Hawks to truly […]

The Cleveland Cavaliers hold the top position in the Eastern Conference with a 32-4 record. Because of their fine performance, the Cavs are undoubtedly the hottest team in the NBA. Furthermore, it’s a no-brainer basketball-wise to keep the same roster heading into the playoffs. With the NBA trade deadline approaching, the Cavs have the option […]

The Washington Wizards hit the road to take on the Chicago Bulls Friday night. Below we will continue our NBA odds series with a Wizards-Bulls prediction and pick. We will also let you know how to watch the game. Here are the Wizards-Bulls NBA odds, courtesy of FanDuel.  NBA Odds: Wizards-Bulls Odds Washington Wizards: +11.5 […]

The Sacramento Kings travel across the country to take on the Boston Celtics Friday night. It’s time to continue our NBA odds series with a Kings-Celtics prediction and pick. We will also let you know how to watch the game. Here are the Kings-Celtics NBA odds, courtesy of FanDuel.  NBA Odds: Kings-Celtics Odds Sacramento Kings: […]

As the 2024-25 NBA season progresses, the Chicago Bulls find themselves at a critical juncture. With a 17-20 record, they remain stuck in the middle of the pack. They seem unable to break into the top tier of the league. Despite the occasional standout performances from stars like Zach LaVine and Nikola Vucevic, the Bulls […]

The Indiana Pacers are navigating an exciting yet unpredictable 2024-25 season. They have increasing optimism about their future. Holding a 20-18 record, they find themselves firmly in the mix for a playoff spot in the Eastern Conference. However, as the season progresses, the Pacers face the delicate task of balancing immediate competitiveness with long-term growth. […]

As the Charlotte Hornets’ 2024-25 NBA season nears its midpoint, trade rumors are beginning to swirl around the struggling franchise. With an 8-27 record, the Hornets find themselves once again at the bottom of the Eastern Conference standings. Their underwhelming performance, particularly on the defensive side of the ball, has left many wondering if a […]