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2025 NBA Cup Final Betting Preview: Knicks vs. Spurs Odds and Predictions
The NBA Cup Final odds suggest a close matchup, now that the OKC Thunder are out of the tournament. San Antonio pulled out a big upset, but can the Spurs take down New York to win the Cup?
Let's examine 2025 NBA Cup winner odds for the final on Tuesday before I share my analysis of both sides and my prediction for the game!
2025 NBA Cup Final Odds: Knicks vs. Spurs
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Best NHL Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions for Today, December 16
Picking the best NHL anytime goal scorer bets today can be time-consuming, but our hockey experts are here to help! They will share their goal scorer predictions daily from October to the Stanley Cup Final in June.
Here are our daily NHL goal scorer predictions for tonight, December 16:
You can find the reasoning for our recommended NHL goal scorer picks in the next section. Also, read be...
MNF Week 15 Best Bets: Dolphins vs. Steelers
Picking the Monday Night Football best bets week after week is a tough task, but our team is here to help. The Sports Geek will review hundreds of markets available each Monday, delivering expert MNF betting picks for player props, team props, and traditional markets like totals, spreads, and moneylines.
Check this page regularly for the latest picks and tips the team at The Sports Geek has pr...
CFP National Championship 2025-26 Odds: Who Will Stop the Buckeyes?
With the conference championships now concluded and attention shifting to the playoffs, the 2025-26 College Football Championship odds show no clear betting favorite. In this first-ever 12-team CFP, anything can happen, leaving several teams in contention.
Let’s evaluate the latest CFP odds and analyze the top favorites before I share my College Football Championship predictions.
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NFL Survivor Picks This Week: Safest and Riskiest Predictions for Week 16
Finding the right NFL Survivor picks every week to win your pool can be difficult. Our team is here to help by providing three suggestions: safe, medium, and risky Survivor Pool picks, so you can decide if the time to take a gamble is right.
Without further ado, let’s move on to the best survivor picks for Week 16 of the 2025-26 season. We provide a summary first, and our reasoning below that....
2025-26 NHL Awards Betting Preview: Odds, Predictions, Best Bets
With the regular season underway, the 2025-26 NHL awards odds have shifted since the puck dropped on the first game. With strong value on the board, now is the best time to consider placing your bets on players you believe will win.
I explore the updated winner odds, make my NHL awards predictions, and reveal the best bets to lock in.
Here’s a quick overview of the latest favorites at Bov...
Golden Globe Awards 2026 Betting Preview: Favorites, Predictions, & Best Bets
As awards season heats up with one of the most prestigious ceremonies on the calendar, the opening 2026 Golden Globe Awards odds have been released. I see a few good bets available, even if it’s a bit early.
In this article, I’ll review the odds, break down the top favorites, and share my Golden Globe Awards predictions.
Here are the latest Golden Globes betting odds, courtesy of BetUS:
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Best NFL Parlay Picks for Week 15: Our Top Bets for the Weekend
You will find our best NFL parlay picks for every single weekend of the football season in this article. Our method is simple: we pick a few good vets and combine them for a potentially high reward!
We usually use 3 to 5 legs to keep it reasonable. With that in mind, here’s our top NFL parlay this week.
Best NFL Parlay for Week 15 The odds for our NFL parlay of the week are courtesy of ...
How to Legally Cheat Online Bookies: Sports Betting Cheats
Cheating the bookies is a fascinating concept, but it's illegal, and it's very unlikely to get away with it. However, certain sports betting cheats can improve your odds and help you secure profits legally.
They require some effort on your side, but can eliminate or at least reduce the sportsbooks' advantage. Here's how to pull them off:
1. Arbitrage Betting
Arbitrage betting, ...
College Basketball Player Props - Best NCAAB Prop Bets Today, December 12
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, December 12!
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NBA First Basket Predictions for Tonight, December 12: Best First Point Scorer Bets
What are the best NBA first basket predictions for tonight, December 12? 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.
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Line Sweeper – How to Make Money on Volume Betting!
The Sports Geek is continually trying to help bettors beat the sportsbooks, and we’re here with another method you should try. Welcome to Line Sweeper, where we make small bets that give us a big edge!
Below, I’ll discuss how volume betting can lead to a larger profit, and how we make picks that can be profitable over a period of time.
Line Sweeper Weekly Record: December 5-10
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Underdog Betting Strategy: Pro Tips for Targeting Upsets
Building a successful underdog betting strategy is hard but also very rewarding. Recognizing the right moments to bet on an upset is a key component of being a successful bettor.
I share my tips for betting on underdogs to help you recognize potential upsets with a better accuracy!
Implementing an underdog betting strategy can be both rewarding and ...
NBA DPOY 2025-26 Betting Preview: Odds, Favorites, Predictions
The 2025-26 NBA Defensive Player of the Year odds have been updated recently, and the latest prices point to one betting favorite at the top! After an injury derailed his campaign a season ago, Victor Wembanyama is back and expected to be a dominant force on defense.
Will he capture his first DPOY award, though? Let’s check out the betting odds, analyze the top favorites, and reveal my best NB...
NBA Most Improved Player Odds for 2025-26 – Who Will Take It to the Next Level?
The 2025-26 NBA Most Improved Player odds feature a slew of good players, and some are already very good. But who will improve enough to win the award, and what is the best MIP prediction from a betting perspective?
I analyze the NBA MIP odds and break down the most likely winners. Keep reading until the end of this article for my best bet for the NBA Most Improved Player in the 2025-26 season...
College Basketball Player Props - Best NCAAB Prop Bets Today, December 11
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, December 11!
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