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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.
PLAYERMATCHUPODDSBOOKMAKERJaren Jackson Jr. (MEM) First BasketMemphis Grizzlies vs. New Orleans...
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 27:
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 27.
PROP BETMATCHUPODDSBOOKIETotal Points: Jay...
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...
Printable Free March Madness Squares Templates for 2024
Adding March Madness squares to your watch party or using them for an office pool are great ways to make the tournament even more exciting! I’m sure there are many other reasons to play the game, so I’m here to help with free printable March Madness squares for 2024.
Our team has prepared seven different variations that include classic squares, but also plenty of versions with a twist! Check t...
March Madness 2024 First Round Betting Odds, Predictions, and Picks
The First Round of March Madness 2024 starts this week, and we have the odds available. It’s time for me to explore them, share my predictions for all games, and highlight my best bets!
A total of 32 First Round matchups are scheduled for Thursday and Friday. In this article, I go through the 2024 March Madness First Round odds and make a pick for every game on the board at Bovada.
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Free Printable March Madness Bracket for 2024
The NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament returns for another year of buzzer-beaters, upsets, Cinderella stories, and so much more. Of course, March Madness also means gambling and NCAA Tournament bracket pools at the best College Basketball betting sites.
In all, 68 teams will enter the competition with the same dream of lifting that coveted National Championship trophy. Meanwhile, millions of Ame...
2024 South Carolina Presidential Primary Predictions and Odds
As the U.S. Presidential Election primary heads into a crucial phase, former President Donald Trump is seeking to deliver a death blow to Nikki Haley’s chances. After picking up wins in Iowa, and New Hampshire, Trump is closing in on a victory for the South Carolina presidential primary.
In addition to the Republicans, the South Carolina presidential primary on the Democratic side was over bef...
2024 New Hampshire Primary Predictions and Betting Odds
Despite the 2024 New Hampshire primary debate being canceled because Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is the only candidate willing to participate, the highest-ranked political betting sites have released a slew of betting odds for the New Hampshire primaries.
According to the latest New Hampshire voter data, roughly 40 percent of voters are unaffiliated with a political party in the state1. Will thi...
Most Likely Cinderella Teams in March Madness 2024
Cinderella teams in March Madness are one of the most enthralling aspects of the NCAA Basketball Tournament. Although the success rate of underdogs winning the national title is low, it’s always exciting when mid-majors go deep into The Dance.
Below, I explore the most dangerous 2024 March Madness Cinderella teams at the best March Madness betting sites and a quick look back at the greatest ru...
The Sports Geek Daily Parlays: High Value and High Probability
The search for daily parlays can feel like a never-ending chase. That's why The Geek is here to help. We leverage the power of sophisticated AI to analyze data and identify high-value, winnable picks. This gives you a strategic edge over the competition when it comes to finding parlays with a good chance of success.
By analyzing odds from top online sportsbooks and comparing them to our own pr...
Deal or No Deal Island 2024 Betting Odds and Predictions
As the inaugural season of Deal or No Deal Island enters its fourth week of competition, the best entertainment betting sites have released updated 2024 Deal or No Deal Island odds. The show is hosted by Joe Manganiello.
I explore the latest odds and get you up to speed with what has happened through the first three weeks on the Banker’s private island in Panama. Additionally, below, you can f...
Longest NHL Winning Streak: When Will Edmonton Oilers Lose Again?
Following a cold start to the season for the Edmonton Oilers, Connor McDavid and company have been scorching hot since mid-December. With 16 straight wins on their resume, are the Oilers going to have the longest win streak in NHL history?
We are examining the longest NHL winning streak of all time, and whether the Oilers have a chance at breaking the record. NHL betting sites have released od...
NFL Week 17 Odds and Predictions
As the 2023-24 NFL regular season nears its conclusion, the window is closing on teams to earn a playoff berth. We are analyzing the latest NFL Week 17 odds and locking in our top bets at NFL betting sites for this week.
There remains a lot to be decided in the NFL over the next two weeks, with numerous Playoff positions and division titles still to be determined. Check out our Week 17 NFL pre...
