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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WNBA 2024 MVP Betting Odds And Predictions
The opening 2024 WNBA MVP odds have been released by the top online sportsbooks, so let's talk about them. With the season quickly approaching, now is the best time to assemble your WNBA betting strategy!
Women’s sports continue to grow in popularity, and the 2024 WNBA campaign is being met with plenty of fanfare. Caitlin Clark’s rookie year is the most highly awaited season for a WNBA player ...
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 WNBA Championship Betting Odds and Predictions
As the start of the WNBA season quickly approaches, it is time to check out the latest 2024 WNBA Championship odds. I explore the betting lines for every team and release my best bets for this season in this article!
Last season, the Las Vegas Aces won their second consecutive WNBA title. The franchise has won two championships in only six seasons in Nevada.
Is any team ready to challenge t...
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...
NBA Squares Online Guide With Top Sites
NBA squares is an entertaining game that works for players of all experience levels. It’s great for office pools, challenging friends, or making any NBA watch party significantly more exciting.
You can also play on the internet, since some of the best NBA betting sites offer NBA squares. Keep reading this article if you want to learn how to play the game and what’s the top sportsbook fo...
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WNBA All-Star Game 2024 Odds: Will Team USA Beat the All-Stars?
As the top women’s basketball players converge on Phoenix, I review the odds and make my 2024 WNBA All-Star Game prediction! The best WNBA betting sites have released a variety of lines for this highly anticipated event at the Footprint Center on July 20.
It has been an incredible year for women’s basketball and sports in general. The WNBA All-Star Game provides an opportunity for the most tal...
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Bronny James Prop Bets and Odds: How Will Bronny Fare in the NBA?
We’ve had Bronny James prop bets for the NBA Draft that have now been replaced with odds for the upcoming season. The top NBA betting sites offer markets on how the younger James will do in the NBA as he’s been drafted by his father’s team, the Los Angeles Lakers.
BetUS features a slew of Bronny James prop bets, including how many points he’ll score in a game, how many three-pointers he’ll mak...
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Paris 2024 Women’s 3x3 Basketball Odds: Will USA Repeat for Gold?
As one of the most entertaining tournaments of Paris 2024 approaches, the 2024 Olympic 3x3 women’s basketball odds are now live at the best Olympic betting sites.
The world’s most talented women’s 3x3 basketball players will converge in Paris to vie for gold on the court. Continue reading to check out the best odds, comprehensive analysis, and my Olympic 3x3 women’s basketball predictions!
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Paris 2024 3x3 Men’s Basketball Odds: Does the Gold Belong to Serbia?
As the clock ticks down to Paris 2024, the best Olympic betting sites have released Olympic 3x3 men’s basketball odds for this highly anticipated tournament!
3x3 basketball was officially introduced to the Olympic Games at Tokyo 2020. It was a welcome addition for basketball fans and returns to the Olympics in Paris. In this article, I explore the latest odds, dissect the favorites to win gold...
NBA Summer League 2024 Free Best Bets Today
As the temperatures soar, it’s time to make your 2024 NBA Summer League picks at the best NBA betting sites! The annual NBA Summer League is scheduled across three states in Nevada, Utah, and California this year.
In this article, you can find free NBA Summer League best bets daily for the duration of the tournament until the finale! We also explain what our strategy for these is under t...
US Top Scorer Odds and Predictions (Olympic Basketball)
Who’s going to score the most points for the US in the Olympic Basketball Tournament 2024? The latest odds indicate a close race at the top! The likes of Joel Embiid, KD, and Antman are leading the way at the top Olympic betting sites, so let’s talk about that!
Here is a look at the leading US scorer in the basketball Olympics odds, and I’ll give my analysis for the top picks. My final predict...
NBA Players That Should Retire in 2024
Several NBA players need to retire ahead of this upcoming season, mostly because they are not on the same level anymore. However, don’t expect to see LeBron James’ name on the list! Even though he’ll be 40 in December, the Lakers’ star just made the All-NBA Third Team and is still a top player. He’s also waiting to see if the Lakers draft Bronny James, his oldest son.
In contrast, Father Time ...
2024 NBA Draft Odds, Prop Bets & Predictions
The NBA Draft odds for the 2024 edition have two international players at the front of the pack. The Atlanta Hawks stumbled into the #1 pick, despite having a 3% in the lottery! They have a huge decision to make ahead of the draft, which will be held on June 26th and 27th in Brooklyn, New York.
Who will be the top pick, and what are some NBA draft prop bets to check out? Read on to see our bes...
WNBA Picks Today — Expert WNBA Bets for Free
Are you interested in the best WNBA picks today? You have arrived at the right place! The team at The Sports Geek will be compiling expert WNBA bets for free daily throughout the season.
We diligently research the latest odds to find the top wagers at WNBA betting sites every single day. Our WNBA basketball predictions are not exclusive to one bet type, as we offer free picks against the sprea...
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Big3 2024 Basketball Odds: Will the Triplets’ Joe Johnson Dominate?
Big3 betting odds for the seventh season of Ice Cube’s 3-on-3 pro basketball league are live at the top online sportsbooks! The Big3 season pits 12 teams against one another in a ten-week regular season schedule!
The action is scheduled to begin on Saturday, June 15, in Oakland, CA. The 3-on-3 summer league will conclude at TD Garden in Boston, MA, on Sunday, August 18.
Are you ready to mak...
Early NBA Championship 2025 Odds: Will the Celtics Repeat?
The NBA Championship odds for 2025 suggest we might have the first repeat in a while! The best NBA betting sites have Boston as the main favorite for the next campaign. Will the Celtics defend their title, or will a newcomer rise to the top?
Continue reading for the latest odds, analysis, and early predictions for the NBA 2025 Championship!
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Olympic Basketball Odds Heavily Favor Team USA In Paris
The Olympic basketball betting odds for the men’s tournament in Paris show us a clear favorite. To no surprise, the United States have been backed to win, even though the rest of the world has improved on the court.
There will be challengers, such as Serbia, Canada, and the host country, France. I go over their basketball Olympics odds and share my analysis and a pick on who will win the gold ...
NBA West Finals 2024: Mavericks vs. Timberwolves Odds and Best Bets
The NBA Western Conference Finals odds throughout the entire 2024 season didn’t feature the Mavericks or Timberwolves as favorites to win the West. I’m sure both teams couldn’t care less because they are only a step away from the finals!
The best NBA sportsbooks don’t have a clear favorite, but I’m not surprised. The West has been wild from day 1 and anything can happen. I’m here to help you d...
NBA Eastern Conference Finals Odds: Predictions For Celtics vs. Pacers
The NBA Eastern Conference Finals odds in 2024 clearly show that the Celtics should have an easy run. The best NBA betting sites expect a comfortable victory for Boston, but I’m sure that Indiana will be happy with the underdog label.
The pressure will be on the Celtics to perform, which could be tricky. I explore both sides and the latest lines in this NBA Eastern Conference finals betting pr...
Best Sports For Live Betting: Top Targets For In-Play Gambling
The best sports for live betting offer excellent opportunities that are not available if you only gamble before the start of the match. In-game wagering is simply a different experience, especially if you join the best live betting sites.
Many casual bettors place emotional in-game wagers without a strategy, opening the door for savvy gamblers to exploit weak lines. However, it’s important to ...