NBA Handicapping Articles

Free NBA Picks New York Knicks: Season-Long Handicapping and Specialization 10/22/2024
by Spencer Toth - 10/22/2024

All season long, I will be breaking down each and every New York Knicks weekday game and will be providing the best bets for each matchup. By using in-depth knowledge on the Knicks roster, and the league as a whole we can churn a profit throughout the season. Over the last two years, I went positive on both the Bucks in 2022-23 (Up $2,310) and the Knicks last season (Up $110). While we won’t always favor the Knicks, we will be able to identify favorable matchups and carefully select when to pull the trigger with New York.

2024-25 Sacramento Kings Predictions and Odds to Win NBA Finals
by Spencer Toth - 10/15/2024

The Sacramento Kings are looking to make a statement in the Western Conference. They have a wonderful combination of rising stars and proven NBA veterans on their squad. The Kings had a busy offseason over the summer. However, were the moves they made the right ones? Sacramento is desperate for their first playoff series win since 2004. Will this be the year they finally take the next step towards an NBA championship?

2024-25 Philadelphia 76ers Predictions and Odds to Win NBA Finals
by Spencer Toth - 10/14/2024

The Philadelphia 76ers have been unable to turn Joel Embiid’s regular season dominance into playoff success. They splashed the cash over the summer, and the front office feels they are fully equipped for a deep playoff run. Will this be the year the 76ers can finally get over the hump, or will it be another season of disappointment for Embiid and the city of Brotherly Love?

2024-25 Orlando Magic Predictions and Odds to Win NBA Finals
by Spencer Toth - 10/14/2024

The Orlando Magic appear to have finally exited their decade-long rebuild. Their fifth-place finish in the Eastern Conference was their highest since 2011, but they were unable to translate their success into a playoff series victory. Orlando is expected to make the postseason again this year. However, can they finally take the next step towards a deep playoff run?

NBA MVP Odds and Predictions from Expert Pro Basketball Handicapper
by Matt Zitt - 6/20/2024

The Boston Celtics steamrolled the competition into oblivion on their way to their 18th title in the history of the organization. With the season officially in the books, it is never too early to begin looking at next season. Sportsbooks have already released odds on next year’s MVP, and that is what we are going to dissect to see who the top contenders are and if there are any value picks.

LeBron James Next Team: Odds and Betting Predictions if Not Lakers
by Mike Allen - 5/31/2024

It’s hard to believe sometimes that LeBron James is still playing in the NBA and at such a high level. The freak from Akron, Ohio, made his debut straight out of high school for the Cleveland Cavaliers on October 29th, 2003. The world of basketball hasn’t been the same since.

NBA Series Predictions and Best Bets: Dallas Mavericks vs Minnesota Timberwolves
by Spencer Toth - 5/22/2024

The Dallas Mavericks and Minnesota Timberwolves have put together fantastic playoff runs, but only one of these two teams can advance to the NBA Finals. Dallas will look to reach the NBA Finals for the first time since 2012, as perennial MVP favorite Luka Doncic is in a desperate search for his first NBA title. For Minnesota, this is their second Western Conference Finals appearance in franchise history, previously losing to the Lakers in 2004. Both of these fan bases are craving postseason success and will be equally confident in their quest for a coveted NBA Finals berth.

NBA Series Predictions and Best Bets: Indiana Pacers vs Boston Celtics
by Spencer Toth - 5/21/2024

The Boston Celtics and Indiana Pacers square off with a place in the NBA Finals on the line. Boston has cruised into the third round, winning both their previous series in five games. They are the clear title favorites and will be confident their deep lineup can continue the search for their first championship since 2008. The Pacers have a high-flying offense capable of making this one interesting. Indiana struggles on the defensive end, but a barrage of three’s can make up for their defensive deficiencies. Can the Celtics continue to rise to the occasion, or will it be another heartbreaking playoff run for the Boston faithful?

Free NBA Picks New York Knicks: Season-Long Handicapping and Specialization 5/14/2024
by Spencer Toth - 5/14/2024

Tonight, the Knicks head back home desperate to regain momentum, and this is pretty much a must win game for New York. The one bright side to their Game 4 blowout loss was the fact they got some rest for their starters. Tom Thibodeau made the tough call to sit his starters for most of the second half, and the valuable extra rest will give New York a fighting chance going forward. Josh Hart played just 24 minutes after playing every minute of Games 1 and 2 and will have a little extra pep in his already explosive step.

Free NBA Picks New York Knicks: Season-Long Handicapping and Specialization 5/10/2024
by Spencer Toth - 5/10/2024

Tonight, the series shifts to Indiana for what is virtually a must win game for the Pacers if they hope to keep their season alive. Tyrese Haliburton came to life in Game 2, after scoring just 6 points in Game 1. His 34 points and 9 assists will be required tonight once again, as the Pacers leaky defense ensures they need a boatload of points to secure a victory.

Free NBA Picks New York Knicks: Season-Long Handicapping and Specialization 5/8/2024
by Spencer Toth - 5/8/2024

Tonight, the Knicks will look to jump out to a 2-0 series lead on their home court. The Pacers will feel hard done by after the nature of their Game 1 loss and will surely be coming out with a little extra intensity to kick things off. The Pacers had 6 players in double digit scoring in Game 1, but Haliburton was not one of them. After getting off to a red-hot start to the season, Haliburton has slowed down dramatically.

NBA Series Predictions and Best Bets: Dallas Mavericks vs Oklahoma City Thunder
by Spencer Toth - 5/7/2024

The Oklahoma City Thunder and Dallas Mavericks will both be equally confident after their respective first round victories. The two title hopefuls square off in the second round tonight, and there are a few future bets you do not want to miss out on. The Thunder will be a playoff mainstay with their young core and plethora of draft picks, while Luka Doncic will be hoping this is the year he can finally turn his regular season success into postseason glory.

NBA Series Predictions and Best Bets: Cleveland Cavaliers vs Boston Celtics
by Spencer Toth - 5/7/2024

The Boston Celtics have been the NBA title favorites all season long, thanks to their strong defense, balanced scoring, and deep bench. Their path to the NBA Finals is clear, and the next obstacle is the Cleveland Cavaliers. The Cavaliers leaned on solid defense to outlast the Orlando Magic in the first round and will need to be on their A-game if they stand any chance at upsetting the Celtics in this series.

NBA Series Predictions and Best Bets: Indiana Pacers vs New York Knicks
by Spencer Toth - 5/6/2024

The New York Knicks and Indiana Pacers were able to both take down their respective round one opponents and have set up a fascinating round two clash. The New York Knicks will look to lean on their rock-solid defense to slow down Indiana, who has been one of the most consistent offenses all season long. Both teams will be looking to make the NBA Finals for the first time this century, and a pair of promising young cores promise to deliver an exhilarating seven-game series.

Free NBA Picks New York Knicks: Season-Long Handicapping and Specialization 5/6/2024
by Spencer Toth - 5/6/2024

Tonight, the Knicks begin the second round against the Indiana Pacers. There is no doubt the Knicks will be favorites to advance in this series, but the Pacers high flying offense will give them troubles on a nightly basis. The Pacers rely on pushing the ball in transition to succeed and were able to overcome the Bucks without too much trouble. The absence of Giannis Anteokounmpo, and the limping Damian Lillard, cannot be ignored, but there is still nothing to be taken away from the Pacers in round one.

Free NBA Picks New York Knicks: Season-Long Handicapping and Specialization 5/2/2024
by Spencer Toth - 5/2/2024

The Knicks have been forced to play without 3-time All-Star Julius Randle, and their injury list just got longer. It was announced that Bojan Bogdanovic would miss the remainder of the season after being forced to undergo multiple surgeries to his wrist and foot. Bogdanovic has been a crucial role player off the bench for the Knicks, and their short playoff rotation just got even shorter with his departure. He provided a nice offensive spark from behind the arc, scoring 10.4 PPG on 37% from deep.

Free NBA Picks New York Knicks: Season-Long Handicapping and Specialization 4/30/2024
by Spencer Toth - 4/30/2024

Tonight, the Knicks look to close out the series in front of their home crowd, in what will be a rocking Madison Square Garden. The hardest playoff game to win is when the opponent is on the brink of elimination, and it will be no easy task to eliminate the reigning MVP from the postseason. New York will need to continue to clamp down on the defensive end, as the 76ers will be going down swinging, figuratively and literally.

NBA Props Picks: Expert Handicapping for Thursday 4/25/2024
by Matt Zitt - 4/25/2024

The NBA playoffs continue Thursday night with three marquee matchups, with all three series switching venues. The Cleveland Cavs will kick things off by traveling down to Orlando to take on the Magic. The Knicks have a short trip down to Philly and their rowdy 76ers crowd, while the Lakers will try and dig them out of a 0-2 hole against the Denver Nuggets.

Free NBA Picks New York Knicks: Season-Long Handicapping and Specialization 4/25/2024
by Spencer Toth - 4/25/2024

The Knicks will feel fortunate to take a 2-0 lead to Philadelphia. And if they can split the two road games 1-1, they will put themselves in a fantastic position to advance to the second round. For the second straight game, they outrebounded the 76ers, turning those valuable extra possessions into critical points on the board. Isaiah Hartenstein and Mitchell Robinson have done an immaculate job at limiting Embiid’s presence on the glass.

NBA Series Predictions and Best Bets: Philadelphia 76ers vs New York Knicks
by Spencer Toth - 4/18/2024

Two of the most historic NBA franchises face off in a pivotal Eastern Conference clash. The New York Knicks secured the 2nd seed in the East, their highest finish since 2018. Their solid defense will be tested against a healthy 76ers team, which recently got reigning MVP Joel Embiid back from injury. The East is wide open, and the winner of this series will take the next step in their quest for NBA gold.