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82nd Golden Globe Awards Odds and Predictions
Awards season has officially arrived, and we start with the Golden Globe Awards odds! The 82nd annual show is scheduled in Beverly Hills on Sunday, January 5, 2025, when the foreign press will honor the best movies and of the year.
Let’s analyze the latest Golden Globe Awards betting lines, starting with a quick overview of the odds and my 2025 Golden Globe predictions.
2025 Golden Globe Aw...
Can You Beat the Geek for a Free Trip to an NFL Game?
We're excited to announce Beat the Geek: a free NFL handicap contest with prizes worth over $15,000! Challenge our artificial intelligence model (aka the Geek) with your NFL picks for a chance to win a trip to an NFL game for two, MacBook Pro, AirPods Pro, and more.
Each week of the 2024–25 NFL regular season, the Geek will submit picks against the spread (ATS), while you can submit your own A...
NBA First Basket Predictions for Tonight: Best First Basket Scorer Bets
What are the best NBA first basket predictions for tonight? Our experts made sure to check the stats and the latest odds, before sharing their top picks for first basket scorer today.
Here's a quick overview of our first basket betting picks, and you can find our reasoning in the next section.
PLAYERMATCHUPODDSBOOKMAKERJaylen Wells (MEM) First BasketDallas Mavericks vs. Memphis Grizzlies...
Best NHL Player Prop Bets Today: Free Prop Bet Predictions
Picking the best NHL player props today can be time-consuming, but our hockey experts are here to help! They will share their prop bet predictions daily from October to the Stanley Cup Final in June, including NHL anytime goal scorer predictions, shots on goal bets, and more.
Here are our daily NHL player prop predictions for today, January 6:
You can find the reasoning for our recommende...
Best NBA Player Props Today: Our Best Bets for Tonight
Our experts deliver their best NBA player props daily in this article, after doing the hard work and digging through all the basketball bets available today. Their predictions are based on statistical analysis, expertise, and a close look at the latest trends in the league.
Here's an overview of the best NBA player prop bets tonight, January 6.
PROP BETMATCHUPODDSBOOKIETotal Points: D'Ang...
The Easiest Sports To Go Pro for in 2025
Dreaming of becoming a professional athlete? While talent and hard work are essential, your odds of going pro depend just as much on the sport you choose and where you live.
At The Sports Geek, we’ve done the research to uncover which sports and states give you the best shot at going pro—and which paths are nearly impossible. Let’s break it down.
Not all sports are created equal whe...
2022-23 NHL Trade Deadline Odds, Rumors and Prop Bets
The 2022-2023 NHL trade deadline is set at 3 p.m. ET on Friday, March 3. Although there have already been some blockbuster deals, you can expect this hockey frenzy to continue throughout the week as there are more stars potentially on the move.
The top NHL betting sites have trade deadline prop bets available for many of the big names that could see new homes by the end of the week. We’ll exam...
The NFL Betting Trends You Should Know For Week 1
The opening week of the 2023-24 NFL regular season is finally here. Below are some key betting trends for each of the Week 1 football games.
Since 2000, underdogs are 175-155-14 (53%) against the spread, and 117-225 (34%) straight up in Week 1 games, good for some solid return on your investment.
If you want to take it one step further, since 2000, double-digit underdogs are 12-7 against th...
New York Jets' Next QB Odds and Predictions
Beating the Buffalo Bills is usually a cause for celebration. The New York Jets walked the Bills off with a Xavier Gipson 65-punt return in overtime. The Bills were left stunned after Tyler Bass hit a 50-yard field goal to force overtime moments earlier.
However, Aaron Rodgers’ injury only four plays into the game didn’t allow for a jubilant atmosphere in the Jets’ locker room. In what was ult...
NBA Playoffs 2024 First Round Predictions & Betting Odds
The action-packed NBA postseason has finally arrived, which means it is time to make our 2024 NBA Playoff predictions! I explore all first-round matchups and dissect the latest odds at the sports betting sites.
The NBA Playoffs are scheduled to take place from April 20, 2024, to the NBA Finals in June. Before the opening round, ensure that you have locked in your NBA Playoff first-round picks....
2024 NBA Playoff Contests And Bracket Challenges
The start of the NBA Playoffs 2024 can be even more exciting if you join one of the many contests and bracket challenges! The top online sportsbooks are giving customers a chance to win big in more than one way this postseason.
I have found the top free NBA Playoffs contests for our dedicated readers to check out. Continue reading below to find out how to register and enter for your chance to ...
2024 NBA Play-In Tournament Betting Odds and Predictions
The NBA Play-In odds confirm that it will be tight, especially in the West. It’s the last chance to qualify for the Playoffs, so all teams will be ready to fight hard.
I share my 2024 NBA Play-In predictions in this post, to help our readers who intend to bet on the matches. The top sports betting sites already have their lines available, let’s delve into my 2024 NBA Play-In predictions and th...
Minnesota's Sports Betting Plans Thwarted by Tribes and Politics
There are states in the US where you don’t need to be told that there isn’t legal sports betting provided by the government. The likes of Alabama, Utah, and Alaska not providing legal sports betting is not a surprise. However, there are other states you’d be surprised about. For instance, Minnesota sports betting still hasn't taken off the ground.
Unless you are from Minnesota or following the le...
2024 Michigan Primary Odds, Analysis, And Predictions
As the 2024 presidential primaries roll through the Mitten State, the Michigan primary odds are heating up at the best political betting sites. A clear picture has emerged of who the Democratic and Republican nominees are in 2024, but faint hope remains for the challengers.
Nikky Haley’s Michigan primary betting odds suggest that she has zero chance, but the former governor of South Carolina i...
LoyaltyStars: An Immersive Gambling Community With Exclusive Rewards
Get ready for a new way to engage and connect with like-minded gambling enthusiasts online. LoyaltyStars is not your typical online gambling community, as it provides captivating content and discussions for all things gambling related. You can turn your passion for gambling into valuable credits to unlock rewards at your favorite online casinos.
Prepare for a brand-new experience that our indu...
The Largest Slots Jackpot Wins in Las Vegas Gambling History
Hitting a big slot jackpot in Las Vegas is the ultimate feeling of euphoria that a gambler can experience. The lights, sounds, and jackpot messages splashed across the screen are enough to make anybody feel like they’re floating on air.
Despite the long odds, Las Vegas slot jackpots of varying sizes hit every day on The Strip and elsewhere across the city. However, hitting the large jackpots w...
