NBA Handicapping Articles

NBA Clutch Games 2025: Ranking Teams by Clutch Games and Win Percentage?
by Docsports.com - 1/13/2026

A new report by Doc's Sports analysis highlights how NBA teams respond under maximum pressure—specifically in clutch games, defined as any game entering the final five minutes with the score within five points either way. By focusing on win rates and frequency in these decisive moments, the report below reveals which teams excel when the game hangs in the balance.

NBA Betting: Atlanta Hawks Season Long Handicapping 1/13/2026 vs. Los Angeles Lakers
by Spencer Toth - 1/13/2026

Tonight, the Atlanta Hawks (20-21) will look to make a fourth consecutive win when they visit Los Angeles to take on the Lakers (23-14). The Hawks' 13-10 record on the road compared to their 7-11 home record is puzzling, and they will have a great chance to add to their impressive away win streak against the shorthanded Lakers. Los Angeles played last night, losing to the lowly Sacramento Kings.

NBA Betting: Atlanta Hawks Season Long Handicapping 1/9/2026 vs. Denver Nuggets
by Spencer Toth - 1/9/2026

Tonight, the Hawks (17-21) embark on a four-game, West Coast road trip that begins in Denver against the Nuggets (25-12). While a trip to Denver brings a unique challenge for the Hawks, we must first address the elephant in the room: Trae Young. Young was traded to the Wizards in the middle of Wednesday's game in exchange for CJ McCollum and Corey Kispert.

Hot and Cold NBA Betting Teams ATS and Over Under 1/8/2026
by Spencer Toth - 1/8/2026

There are many different ways to handicap the NBA, and one proven winning strategy is to follow against-the-spread trends. Certain teams have been consistently exceeding expectations over the last two weeks, while others have fallen short. As the NBA season approaches the halfway point, taking stock of the hottest and coldest teams in the NBA is essential as oddsmakers adjust.

NBA Betting: Atlanta Hawks Season Long Handicapping 1/7/2026 vs. New Orleans Pelicans
by Spencer Toth - 1/7/2026

It wouldn’t be crazy to call tonight’s game a must-win for the Hawks. Atlanta (17-21) hosts the New Orleans Pelicans (8-30) at State Farm Arena. The Hawks are now level with the Bucks for the final play-in tournament position and have drifted four games back of the 6th-place Cavaliers. The halfway point of the NBA season is approaching, and the Hawks need to figure out their season if they have any hope of tangible success this year.

NBA Betting: Atlanta Hawks Season Long Handicapping 1/5/2026 vs. Toronto Raptors
by Spencer Toth - 1/5/2026

Tonight, the Hawks (17-20) take on the Raptors (21-15) for the second time in three nights, as they search for revenge for their Saturday night defeat. To address the elephant in the room, Trae Young has missed three straight games, and it will be a fourth straight absence tonight as he continues to deal with a right quad contusion. Are the Hawks holding him out as they search for a trade partner, and are they even better with Young on the court?

NBA Betting: Atlanta Hawks Season Long Handicapping 1/2/2026 vs. New York Knicks
by Spencer Toth - 1/2/2026

Tonight, one of the fiercest NBA rivalries gets renewed as the Atlanta Hawks (16-19) visit Madison Square Garden to take on the Knicks (23-10). Trae Young has tormented the Knicks over the years, including his famous 4-1 victory over the Knicks in the 2021 playoffs. However, Young has yet to taste victory for the Hawks since October, as he sat out their big win over the Timberwolves, and has gone 0-5 since returning from his knee injury. If there was ever a time and place for Young to get his mojo back, the bright lights of Madison Square Garden are the perfect spot to do so.

NBA Betting Trends Analysis and Expert Handicapping 12/31/2025
by Jeremy Block - 12/31/2025

The 2025 betting year is coming to an end. And whether you're figuring out which bar to hit first for the ball drop or deciding which New Year's parties to swing by, there’s never a bad time to keep an eye on the latest NBA betting trends. I’ve got a few insider tips to help you start the new year with a fresh betting slate.

NBA Betting: Atlanta Hawks Season Long Handicapping 12/31/2025 vs. Minnesota Timberwolves
by Spencer Toth - 12/31/2025

Tonight, the Atlanta Hawks (15-19) are desperate for a win as they host the Minnesota Timberwolves (21-12) in a rare afternoon game. The 3 pm EST tip-off is unusual for both teams, but it may be exactly what the Hawks need to snap out of their funk. Jalen Johnson is healthy, Young is questionable, and the big news for Atlanta is that Kristaps Porzingis has left the injury report.

NBA Betting: Atlanta Hawks Season Long Handicapping 12/29/2025 vs. Oklahoma City Thunder
by Spencer Toth - 12/29/2025

Tonight, things are unlikely to get any better as the Hawks (15-18) head to Oklahoma City (27-5) to take on the Thunder. The Thunder are no longer knocking on the door of history with a 6-4 record in their last 10 games, but they are still far and away the best team in the league. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is locked in a two-horse race with Nikola Jokic for the NBA MVP, OKC has a legitimate rotation of 10 or 11 players, and oh yeah, they won the NBA championship last season with the best regular-season record.

NBA Betting Tutorials, Best of Lists, Top Articles from Experts
by Docsports.com - 12/29/2025

Doc's Sports provides NBA betting tutorials, best of lists, and top articles from experts for NBA handicapping and betting. Doc's Sports has been in business since 1971 and provides the best NBA betting and handicapping content online, and they have provided some timeless content all on one page for easy access!

NBA Betting: Atlanta Hawks Season Long Handicapping 12/26/2025 vs. Miami Heat
by Spencer Toth - 12/26/2025

Tonight, the Atlanta Hawks (15-16) continue their five-game home stand with a visit from the Miami Heat (15-15). These are the two coldest teams in the league, as both sides are 2-8 in their last ten games, sporting three and four game losing streaks. The Heat hold the eighth seed in the East right now, but a win for Atlanta would see them leapfrog Miami into the top eight. This is a crucial game for both sides as they look to get back on track.

NBA Players Who Transformed Their Career After a Trade
by Jeremy Block - 12/25/2025

A trade is one of the most unpredictable parts of the NBA. It can either make or break a player’s career. Sure, some players are better off with the team they started with, but for others, a change of scenery turns them into a whole new player the basketball world didn’t even know was possible.

Top 5 NBA Players Who Should’ve Stayed With Their Original Team
by Jeremy Block - 12/24/2025

In the unpredictable world of the NBA, it’s easy to forget that some of the league’s biggest stars didn’t always rock the jerseys we know them for. Whether they were chasing that shiny new contract, trying to chase a ring before retirement creeps up, or just thinking the grass was greener somewhere else, a ton of players made moves that had the whole NBA world in shock or frustration.

NBA Betting: Atlanta Hawks Season Long Handicapping 12/23/2025 vs. Chicago Bulls
by Spencer Toth - 12/23/2025

Tonight, the Hawks (15-15) get an immediate chance at revenge as they host the Chicago Bulls (13-15) in the second of their two-game mini-series. Chicago started the season 5-0; they then proceeded to go 5-15 in their next 20 games, but have now strung three straight wins together to get back on track.

Hot and Cold NBA Betting Teams ATS and Over Under 12/22/2025
by Spencer Toth - 12/22/2025

The NBA Christmas Day slate is just days away. Some teams have hit their stride with the New Year around the corner, while others have been falling short. Over the last few weeks, certain teams have been red hot against the spread, and identifying those trends can be a great tool to use when making future NBA picks. Here are the hottest and coldest teams against the spread, with the highest and lowest scorers over the last few weeks.

NBA Betting Trends Analysis and Expert Handicapping 12/22/2025
by Jeremy Block - 12/22/2025

We’re heading into holiday week with Christmas just around the corner and New Year’s on the horizon. And we all know that feeling after holiday shopping—dreading opening the credit card bill after buying everyone gifts they didn’t really need. While you’re in panic mode over that, there are NBA betting trends to keep an eye on. With the season approaching All-Star Weekend, we’ve seen teams turn things around, players miss extended time, and some squads still struggling to find the chemistry they need to win.

NBA Betting: Atlanta Hawks Season Long Handicapping 12/19/2025 vs. San Antonio Spurs
by Spencer Toth - 12/19/2025

Tonight, the Atlanta Hawks (15-13) head home to host the San Antonio Spurs (19-7). Both teams are on the second night of a back-to-back, which means whoever wants it more will likely prevail. The stars for both teams, Trae Young and Victor Wembanyama, are coming off injuries, so it would normally be expected to have them sit out the second night of a back-to-back.

NBA Betting: Atlanta Hawks Season Long Handicapping 12/18/2025 vs. Charlotte Hornets
by Spencer Toth - 12/18/2025

Tonight, the Atlanta Hawks (15-12) head to Charlotte to take on the Hornets (8-18). While every game is worth the same over the course of the 82-game schedule, this one feels important for the Hawks with Young returning to the lineup. The Hawks have been able to exceed expectations despite having their best player on the sidelines, and they will want to seamlessly reintegrate him into the rotation without disrupting their momentum.

5 NBA Players Who Played for a Record Number of Teams
by Jeremy Block - 12/16/2025

In the NBA, some players get the luxury of sticking with one franchise or playing for just a few throughout their entire careers. Then there are players who end up bouncing from team to team like they’re collecting frequent flyer miles. Whether they were simply needed to fill a roster spot, or had the skills to contribute when called upon, it’s clear that a little flexibility (and a lot of hustle) can go a long way in the league.