Basketball Blogs
This is The Sports Geek’s collection of basketball blogs. Whether you’re a fan of college basketball or the NBA, we’ve got blogs for you. Scroll down and check out our latest basketball blogs.
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2025-26 Men’s NCAA Basketball Championship Preview: Odds, Favorites, Predictions
The 2025-26 College Basketball Championship odds underscore what should be a competitive, tightly played season on the hardwood. With no clear NCAAB title betting favorite on the board, there isn’t a consensus pick among bettors.
As the regular season gets underway, I explore the latest betting prices, analyze the top contenders, and reveal my 2025-26 NCAA Men’s National Championship predicti...
NBA MVP Odds and Predictions: Can SGA Repeat in 2025-26?
The NBA MVP odds for the 2025-26 suggested a favored trio between last year’s top three: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Nikola Jokic, and Luka Doncic. Victor Wembanyama had forced his way into the group, but his health could be an issue. Will one of the favorites win, or can an underdog upset the odds?
Let’s explore the odds, the top favorites, and the most promising dark horses, before I share my p...
NBA Strength of Schedule: How Much Does NBA 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 2025-26 season of how far teams are traveling, the number of back-to-back games they have, and how it corre...
WNBA Betting Picks: Predictions for Wednesday, July 9, 2025
Welcome to our daily WNBA picks for Wednesday, July 9, 2025! Each day, I analyze the WNBA schedule and odds, check the latest team news, and prepare my predictions and best bets.
Here are my best WNBA bets for today:
Daily WNBA Picks for July 9
WNBA BETTING PICKONLINE BOOKMAKERChicago Sky (-1) vs. Dallas Wings (-110)BetUS
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WNBA Betting Picks: Predictions for Tuesday, July 8, 2025
Welcome to our daily WNBA picks for Tuesday, July 8, 2025! Each day, I analyze the WNBA schedule and odds, check the latest team news, and prepare my predictions and best bets.
Here are my best WNBA bets for today:
Daily WNBA Picks for July 8
WNBA BETTING PICKONLINE BOOKMAKERLas Vegas Aces (+190) vs. New York AcesBovada
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WNBA Betting Picks: Predictions for Monday, July 7, 2025
Welcome to our daily WNBA picks for Monday, July 7, 2025! Each day, I analyze the WNBA schedule and odds, check the latest team news, and prepare my predictions and best bets.
Here are my best WNBA bets for today:
Daily WNBA Picks for July 7
WNBA BETTING PICKONLINE BOOKMAKERPhoenix Mercury (-5.5) vs. Dallas Wings (-110)Bovada
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College Basketball Player Props - Best NCAAB Prop Bets Today, February 4
Targeting NCAAB player props is one of the best ways to profit from the college basketball season. Picking the best player prop bets daily is challenging, but our team of basketball experts is always on the hunt for profitable opportunities.
Expect daily predictions from us, as long as the season is active. Here are our best NCAA college basketball player props today, February 4!
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NBA First Basket Predictions for Tonight, February 4: Best First Point Scorer Bets
What are the best NBA first basket predictions for today, February 4? Our experts made sure to check the stats and the latest odds before sharing their top picks for first point scorer tonight.
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 BasketMemphis Grizzlies vs. Sacrame...
College Basketball Player Props - Best NCAAB Prop Bets Today, February 3
Targeting NCAAB player props is one of the best ways to profit from the college basketball season. Picking the best player prop bets daily is challenging, but our team of basketball experts is always on the hunt for profitable opportunities.
Expect daily predictions from us, as long as the season is active. Here are our best NCAA college basketball player props today, February 3!
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NBA First Basket Predictions for Tonight, February 3: Best First Point Scorer Bets
What are the best NBA first basket predictions for today, February 3? Our experts made sure to check the stats and the latest odds before sharing their top picks for first point scorer tonight.
Here's a quick overview of our first basket betting picks, and you can find our reasoning in the next section.
PLAYERMATCHUPODDSBOOKMAKERDesmond Bane (ORL) First BasketOrlando Magic vs. OKC Thunder...
College Basketball Player Props - Best NCAAB Prop Bets Today, February 2
Targeting NCAAB player props is one of the best ways to profit from the college basketball season. Picking the best player prop bets daily is challenging, but our team of basketball experts is always on the hunt for profitable opportunities.
Expect daily predictions from us, as long as the season is active. Here are our best NCAA college basketball player props today, February 2!
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NBA First Basket Predictions for Tonight, February 2: Best First Point Scorer Bets
What are the best NBA first basket predictions for today, February 2? Our experts made sure to check the stats and the latest odds before sharing their top picks for first point scorer tonight.
Here's a quick overview of our first basket betting picks, and you can find our reasoning in the next section.
PLAYERMATCHUPODDSBOOKMAKERAnthony Edwards (MIN) First BasketMinnesota Timberwolves vs....
College Basketball Player Props - Best NCAAB Prop Bets Today, January 30
Targeting NCAAB player props is one of the best ways to profit from the college basketball season. Picking the best player prop bets daily is challenging, but our team of basketball experts is always on the hunt for profitable opportunities.
Expect daily predictions from us, as long as the season is active. Here are our best NCAA college basketball player props today, January 30!
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NBA First Basket Predictions for Tonight, January 30: Best First Point Scorer Bets
What are the best NBA first basket predictions for tonight, January 30? Our experts made sure to check the stats and the latest odds before sharing their top picks for first point scorer today.
Here's a quick overview of our first basket betting picks, and you can find our reasoning in the next section.
PLAYERMATCHUPODDSBOOKMAKERLeBron James (LAL) First BasketLA Lakers vs. Washington Wiza...
Giannis Next Team Odds – Will the Bucks’ Star Leave?
The Giannis next team odds will be one of the most popular betting markets of the winter! The Milwaukee Bucks don't look like they can compete for the title anytime soon, and their two-time MVP may be on his way out. But where will "The Geek Freak" go?
I’ll examine the Giannis next team odds and look at the favorites, a couple of contenders, and two sleepers that could enter the conversation. ...
College Basketball Player Props - Best NCAAB Prop Bets Today, January 29
Targeting NCAAB player props is one of the best ways to profit from the college basketball season. Picking the best player prop bets daily is challenging, but our team of basketball experts is always on the hunt for profitable opportunities.
Expect daily predictions from us, as long as the season is active. Here are our best NCAA college basketball player props today, January 29!
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NBA First Basket Predictions for Tonight, January 29: Best First Point Scorer Bets
What are the best NBA first basket predictions for tonight, January 29? Our experts made sure to check the stats and the latest odds before sharing their top picks for first point scorer today.
Here's a quick overview of our first basket betting picks, and you can find our reasoning in the next section.
PLAYERMATCHUPODDSBOOKMAKERDillon Brooks (PHX) First BasketDetroit Pistons vs. Phoenix ...
College Basketball Player Props - Best NCAAB Prop Bets Today, January 28
Targeting NCAAB player props is one of the best ways to profit from the college basketball season. Picking the best player prop bets daily is challenging, but our team of basketball experts is always on the hunt for profitable opportunities.
Expect daily predictions from us, as long as the season is active. Here are our best NCAA college basketball player props today, January 28!
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NBA First Basket Predictions for Tonight, January 28: Best First Point Scorer Bets
What are the best NBA first basket predictions for tonight, January 28? Our experts made sure to check the stats and the latest odds before sharing their top picks for first point scorer today.
Here's a quick overview of our first basket betting picks, and you can find our reasoning in the next section.
PLAYERMATCHUPODDSBOOKMAKERPaolo Banchero (ORL) First BasketOrlando Magic vs. Miami Hea...
NBA First Basket Predictions for Tonight, January 27: Best First Point Scorer Bets
What are the best NBA first basket predictions for tonight, January 27? Our experts made sure to check the stats and the latest odds before sharing their top picks for first point scorer today.
Here's a quick overview of our first basket betting picks, and you can find our reasoning in the next section.
PLAYERMATCHUPODDSBOOKMAKERDillon Brooks (PHX) First BasketBrooklyn Nets vs. Phoenix Su...
College Basketball Player Props - Best NCAAB Prop Bets Today, January 27
Targeting NCAAB player props is one of the best ways to profit from the college basketball season. Picking the best player prop bets daily is challenging, but our team of basketball experts is always on the hunt for profitable opportunities.
Expect daily predictions from us, as long as the season is active. Here are our best NCAA college basketball player props today, January 27!
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