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With the opening round of the postseason in the books, it’s time to make our 2025 NBA Playoffs second round predictions! I’ve explored the odds, identified the best bets to win each series, and believe there’s value up for grabs. Continue reading to check out the latest NBA second round odds, analysis, and my best bets for each series! The following NBA second round betting odds are court...

Finding the right NBA Play-In predictions for 2025 can be very tough! The betting odds suggest we should have mostly close games, with one notable exception. Who will progress to the next stage, though? In this article, I explore the latest odds, analyze each game, and reveal my NBA Play-In predictions! The following NBA Play-In Tournament odds are courtesy of Bovada: MATCHUP/MONEYLINE...

Houston and Oklahoma City are the leading contenders in the opening Nikola Jokić next team odds! The Nuggets have struggled on the field recently, which culminated in the team firing its head coach Mike Malone and general manager Calvin Booth in the final week of the 2025 regular season. With the once formidable Nuggets crumbling, will Jokić demand out of Denver? There are no such indications ...

As the top teams in the NBA vie for the Larry O’Brien Trophy, the 2025 NBA Draft odds indicate there is a clear #1 pick,, and that is Cooper Flagg! The Duke product appears to be the real deal, but is that reality or all hype? In this article, I dissect the latest odds and prop bets, before sharing my 2025 NBA Draft predictions. The following NBA Draft betting odds are courtesy of Bovada:...

The Cooper Flagg odds and prop bets just before the start of the NCAA Tournament suggest that the freshman phenom will return to Duke for a sophomore season. The Blue Devils are favored to win the March Madness, but if they don’t, will Flagg head back to Durham, North Carolina? Or will the lure of NBA millions be too much to ignore? I’ll sort through two Cooper Flagg props and give you my pred...

Jimmy Butler requested a trade from the Miami Heat earlier this month. He has been suspended for the third time after walking out of practice on January 27. The Heat are working out trade possibilities for the 35-year-old star. The Miami Heat and Jimmy Butler seem to be at the point of no return. Ever since the six-time All-Star didn’t receive an extension from the team last summer, it...

As Jimmy Butler trade rumors heat up, the action is also reaching a fever pitch at online bookies. Sportsbooks have released odds on Butler’s next team, which includes multiple potential destinations. In this article, I explore the latest prices and provide my analysis of where the Heat star could land. Continue reading below to check out the Jimmy Butler next team odds and predictions! T...

Playing on Christmas can be a tricky task for many athletes, but what US teams have the best and worst records on Christmas? On a day historically reserved for the NBA — and now the NFL, too — some teams rise to the occasion. In contrast, others have come up well short on December 25. In this special holiday article, I explore the latest data and disclose the sports teams with the best NBA ...

How much do NBA personnel make compared to the league’s biggest stars? We decided to dive deep and compare the salaries of NFL coaches, cheer leaders, waterboys, scouts, and many more to Steph Curry. We pick the two-time NBA MVP for two reasons: he’s one of the most recognizable players in the world and also the highest-paid basketball player in the 2024-25 season. With a salary of $55,761,...

The NBA Clutch Player of the Year 2025 odds feature some of the best players in the league. They will compete for the Jerry West Trophy, named after the Laker great who came up massive in crunch-time situations time and time again. I’ll inspect the NBA Clutch Player odds for the 2024-2025, and provide my thoughts on a few favorites, as well as one sleeper. I’ll then give you my betting pick an...

We have some Shaquille O’Neal props and betting odds centering on one of the greatest big men in NBA history. O’Neal is a legend in the NBA, with four league titles, three Finals MVPs, and one regular-season MVP (which seems outlandish). O’Neal has also had his number retired by three teams: the Los Angeles Lakers, the Orlando Magic, and the Miami Heat (and at his alma mater, LSU, if you count th...

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...

The 2025 NBA Western Conference Finals odds show a clear favorite: the Thunder are expected to beat the Timberwolves! I'm sure that Minnesota will relish the "underdogs" label and put up a fight, but can they stop a historical team like the OKC? I explore the latest lines and dissect both teams, before sharing my 2025 NBA Western Conference Finals predictions and best bets below. 2025 NBA W...

NBA bracket challenges and contests can make the 2025 playoffs even more exciting! I've explored the options available online to find good opportunities to have some fun and make extra cash. I have identified the best free NBA Playoffs contests, including a $1 million bracket challenge for 2025! Continue reading to find out how to register and enter for your chance to win cool cash prizes! ...

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...