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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.
PLAYERMATCHUPODDSBOOKMAKERDonovan Mitchell (CLE) First BasketCleveland Cavaliers vs. LA Lakers+...
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...
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, December 31:
You can find the reasoning for our recommen...
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, December 31.
PROP BETMATCHUPODDSBOOKIETotal Points: Gia...
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...
NBA Strength of Schedule: How Much Does Travel Distance Matter?
Most people ignore travel distance and rest days when talking about NBA strength of schedule, focusing only on how good the opposition is. While this is definitely the most important factor, gruesome travels and lack of rest shouldn’t be ignored.
I’m going to dig into the numbers for the 2024-25 season of how far teams are traveling, the number of rest days, and how it correlates to strength o...
2023-24 NBA Awards Odds and Predictions
The NBA playoffs are less than a month away, so it’s a perfect time to look at the NBA Awards odds for the regular season. According to the latest prices, many of the awards have a clear favorite right now. However, there is still a bit of runway left to make a move before the regular season concludes in two weeks.
You can find all of these odds at the best NBA betting sites, and they could ch...
Best Adult Slots and Where To Play Them Online
Adult slot games can be a fun way to spice up your gambling experience. All slots are designed for adults, but there are some games that have more explicit themes than others.
The best online casinos offer a large variety of slots, including adult-themed slots that are not for the faint of heart. These games can be as exciting as they are profitable. On top of the mature themes, many of these ...
Boston Marathon 2024 Betting Odds & Predictions
As the 128th running of the oldest marathon in the world approaches, the 2024 Boston Marathon betting odds are available at a few sports gambling sites. I explore the latest news and share my Boston Marathon betting tips for the highly anticipated event on Monday, April 15, 2024!
After a stunning upset last year, the odds promise to be shaken up for the 2024 Boston Marathon. With the 2024 Pari...
12 Best Video Poker Variations To Win Money
Finding the best video poker variations to win money is easy when you play online. Similar to slot machines, video poker machines use random number generators. With a little luck and the right poker strategy, you can virtually eliminate the house edge of these gambling machines.
Continue reading to see the 12 best video poker games available online. I will break down the highest-paying video p...
Giro d’Italia 2024 Betting Odds & Predictions
In this article, I examine the latest cycling odds and make my Giro d’Italia predictions. Considered one of the most prestigious cycling races in the world, the Giro d’Italia takes place over 21 days across over 2,000 miles.
The Giro d’Italia is the first Grand Tour of the cycling season and a solid precursor to the Tour de France in the summer. It’s a picturesque course that navigates through...
The Best Bellator Betting Sites for 2023
Bellator is the second-most prominent MMA promotion, and it offers plenty for sports bettors. Limiting yourself to just betting on the UFC is a mistake that new MMA bettors tend to make.
At the best Bellator betting sites, there are several options for wagering, including props and unique bets. There is often untapped value in the Bellator betting markets. UFC betting sites are razor sharp wit...
Bellator 301 Betting Odds and Predictions
On Friday, November 17, Bellator will be live from the Wintrust Arena in Chicago, Illinois, for Bellator 301: Amosov vs. Jackson. This massive 18-fight card will begin at 5pm ET.
Keep reading to see the latest odds for this event, according to the top Bellator betting sites. I will break down each fight and give you my Bellator 301 predictions.
Bellator 301 Main Card Predictions
The foll...
February 2024 Sports Betting Calendar at TSG
February is quite possibly the most popular sports betting month of the year. And, that’s due to the biggest annual sporting event – the Super Bowl. This year, Super Bowl 58 will be live from Las Vegas, Nevada, and you can expect it to be a massive spectacle.
Super Bowl betting sites are already gearing up for this big game with some exciting promos. Additionally, you can count on The Sports G...
2024 Masters Sleeper Picks: Henley's Odds Show Massive Movement
Picking the best Masters sleepers for 2024 could bring you a nice win with a small wager! Several highly ranked golfers have +5000 odds or longer to win in Augusta this year. These underdogs provide an opportunity to turn small bets into huge payouts if they pull off an upset at Augusta this April.
Still, If you want to play it safe and focus on the favorites, check our predictions for The Mas...
TSG’s November 2023 Sports Calendar
November officially signals that the holiday season has arrived. Additionally, it signals that November sports shift into another gear as the 2023 Major League Baseball season concludes with the World Series. However, leagues like the NFL and NCAAF are heating up as they inch closer to the postseason.
In fact, for many NFL fans, Thanksgiving is the highlight of the November 2023 calendar becau...
