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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...
7 Best Easter Slots Online And Where to Find Them
Easter slots are a fun way to celebrate the upcoming holiday and the changing of the seasons. You will find many of them online, so if you’re into eggs and the Easter Bunny, you can have a lot of fun!
I’m here to help by sharing the best Easter slot machines you can try on the web. I break down their features, share more about the themes, and highlight the best online casinos where you can try...
2024 MLB MVP Betting Odds, Analysis, Predictions
The opening 2024 MLB MVP odds for the beginning of the season are live at the best MLB betting sites. With an assortment of talented players stepping onto the diamond in 2024, there are several intriguing options for bettors.
After thoroughly analyzing the odds, I have isolated the best bets to make before the season's first pitch. Read on to find my top AL and NL MVP predictions for 2024 belo...
UFC 299 Odds, Predictions, and Picks: O’Malley vs. Vera
As fight night draws closer, the UFC 299 odds are heating up at the top UFC betting sites. On Saturday, March 9, there are 13 fights planned for the UFC 299 card. In the main event, the bantamweight title is on the line in a showdown between champion Sean O’Malley and the challenger, Marlon Vera.
In addition to my Malley vs. Vera prediction, I have UFC 299 picks for Dustin Poirier vs. Benoit-S...
Christmas Gambling Games To Enjoy During The Holidays
Christmas gambling games are a great way to spice up your holiday parties or family gatherings. Whether it’s you, or that crazy uncle who knows every word to Dean Martin’s Baby It’s Cold Outside, every family has someone that loves to gamble. Additionally, most families love healthy competition especially if money can be earned.
We’re not saying to take all of grandma’s cash, but snagging a fe...
2023-24 NFL Wild Card Weekend Odds and Predictions
Super Wild Card Weekend has arrived and we are breaking down every Wild Card matchup for the 2023-24 NFL Playoffs. Join us as we examine the latest NFL odds, courtesy of the best football betting sites, and make our NFL Wild Card predictions.
In addition to picking the winners, we’ve also identified some NFL prop bets for each game and crafted a juicy Wild Card parlay that should be added to a...
How Many College Bowl Games Are There?
How many college bowl games are there this year? Keep reading to find out the number of bowl games there are and the complete 2023-24 bowl schedule.
To help you navigate the 2023-24 college football bowl season, we have summarized every bowl game you can bet on at college football betting sites. The 2023-24 bowl season begins on Saturday, December 16, and runs through the College Football Play...
NFL Week 13 Odds and Lines: Who Will Feast on Thanksgiving Weekend?
The NFL Week 13 odds feature three Thanksgiving games, a Black Friday game, and 12 other exciting matchups. With the regular season quickly winding down, teams are battling for their spots in the postseason.
All 32 NFL teams are in action this week, so the NFL odds for Week 13 have great betting opportunities for every NFL fan. This guide will break down the moneyline, point spread, and point ...
2023 CFL Grey Cup Odds and Predictions
On Sunday, November 19, 2023, the 110th CFL Grey Cup will kick off at Tim Hortons Field in Hamilton, Ontario. Before heading to the Steel City, we are analyzing the latest 2023 Grey Cup odds from the top football betting sites.
This past weekend, the Montreal Alouettes and Winnipeg Blue Bombers advanced to the 110th Grey Cup. There was a notable upset in the CFL East Division Final, as the Mon...
81st Golden Globe Awards Odds and Predictions
Awards season has officially arrived at entertainment betting sites. On Sunday, January 7, 2024, the 81st annual Golden Globe Awards show will take place. This is a major moment within the industry as it’s the first awards show to take place after the lengthy writers' strike of 2023.
Let’s take a look at the latest Golden Globe Awards odds and make our 2024 Golden Globe predictions. All odds a...
Will Draymond Green Get Ejected Again In 2023-24 NBA Season?
As Golden State Warriors’ forward Draymond Green’s suspension nears its expiry date, fans are wondering how long until he is ejected again. With the Warriors at 18-21 and wins in just three of their last six games, Green’s reinstatement will be well-received in the Bay Area.
NBA betting sites are getting involved in the Draymond Green suspension fiasco, with odds on whether officials will ejec...
