NBA Handicapping Articles

Free NBA Picks New York Knicks: Season-Long Handicapping and Specialization 11/8/2024
by Spencer Toth - 11/8/2024

On Wednesday night, the Knicks lost their second consecutive game to fall to 3-4 on the season. Their defense was unable to slow down the Hawks, as rookie Zaccharie Risacher led Atlanta to a 121-116 victory. Risacher had the best game of his young career with 33 points, including 6 shots from behind the arc.

Free NBA Picks New York Knicks: Season-Long Handicapping and Specialization 11/6/2024
by Spencer Toth - 11/6/2024

On Monday night, the Knicks dropped back down to .500 with a road defeat against the Houston Rockets. New York lost the game 109-97, marking the first time the Knicks were held under 100 points this season. The starters were able to deliver buckets for New York, but their shallow bench was once again exposed by the Rockets depth.

Free NBA Picks New York Knicks: Season-Long Handicapping and Specialization 11/4/2024
by Spencer Toth - 11/4/2024

On Friday night, the Knicks won their second consecutive game to bring their record back above the .500 mark. They burst out to a 26-point lead at the end of the first quarter and never looked back, beating the Pistons 128-98. Jalen Brunson had his best game of the season, scoring 36 points in just 31 minutes of action. Karl-Anthony Towns posted his fourth consecutive double-double of the season, scoring 21 points and 11 rebounds.

Free NBA Picks New York Knicks: Season-Long Handicapping and Specialization 11/1/2024
by Spencer Toth - 11/1/2024

The Knicks clawed their way back to a .500 record with their 116-107 victory over the Miami Heat on Wednesday night. Karl-Anthony Towns exploded for 44 points and 13 rebounds for the best game of his short Knicks career. New York managed to get all six of their top rotation players into double digit points, but they still relied heavily on the starting unit for a majority of their points. Josh Hart was questionable with an injury heading into the matchup, but he persevered en route to leading both teams with 14 rebounds.

Free NBA Picks New York Knicks: Season-Long Handicapping and Specialization 10/30/2024
by Spencer Toth - 10/30/2024

On Monday night, the Knicks fell below the .500 mark after a 110-104 home defeat against the Cleveland Cavaliers. The Knicks took a lead into the fourth quarter but were unable to hold on after allowing 36 points in the final frame. The Knicks had six players score 14+ points, but their lack of scoring depth off the bench was exposed. Head coach Tom Thibodeau routinely gives his starters heavy minutes. And with a top-heavy Knicks lineup, this year will be no exception.

Free NBA Picks New York Knicks: Season-Long Handicapping and Specialization 10/28/2024
by Spencer Toth - 10/28/2024

The Knicks got off to a woeful start after losing to the Celtics in their season opener. Boston sank 29 three’s against New York, tying an NBA record. The Celtics jacked up 61 attempts against New York, and it was clear Tom Thibodeau needed to change something quickly.

NBA Trades in the 2000s That Changed Everything with One Move
by Jeremy Block - 10/25/2024

In the fast-paced world of the NBA, trades can make or break a franchise in the blink of an eye. Some deals spark a team’s championship dreams, while others leave fans scratching their heads, wondering what went wrong. Let’s be real: amidst the countless blockbuster trades we’ve seen over the years, there’s always one team that ends up crashing and burning on either side of the deal. So, let’s dive into some NBA trades that changed everything for a franchise—sometimes for the better, and sometimes not so much.

NBA Draft Busts That Left Fans in Total Disbelief Since 2010
by Jeremy Block - 10/24/2024

The NBA, like all major sports leagues, has the thrilling opportunity to draft young talent from colleges and scout international players from all corners of the globe. This is how teams aim to achieve their goals and inch closer to that coveted championship. But let’s be real—not every player who gets their shot in the big leagues makes the most of it. Some crash and burn early on, earning the dreaded label of “bust.” And that’s exactly what we’re diving into today.

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.

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.