NBA Handicapping Articles

Free NBA Picks New York Knicks: Season-Long Handicapping and Specialization 12/11/2024
by Spencer Toth - 12/11/2024

On Monday night, the Knicks took down the Toronto Raptors 114-109. Toronto had it tied with 30 seconds left, but a dagger 3-pointer from Karl-Anthony Towns stretched the lead to 5 with less than a dozen seconds to play. New York has now won 6 of their last 7 games, and after going a perfect 4-0 in the NBA Cup, they will be confident they can book their place in the semifinals.

2024 NBA Cup Championship Predictions with Betting Odds
by Spencer Toth - 12/9/2024

The NBA Cup bracket has been set, and now is the perfect time to make your NBA Cup championship picks. Doc’s Sports will be breaking down all eight remaining contenders and their chances at lifting the coveted NBA Cup.

Free NBA Picks New York Knicks: Season-Long Handicapping and Specialization 12/9/2024
by Spencer Toth - 12/9/2024

The New York Knicks take their first trip North of the border this season, heading to Toronto to take on the Raptors. The Knicks will be looking ahead to their NBA Cup matchup on Wednesday, but they cannot afford to take a feisty Raptors team lightly tonight. You’ve found the right place for all your New York Knicks betting needs, as Doc’s Sports will be breaking down every weekday Knicks game this season.

Free NBA Picks New York Knicks: Season-Long Handicapping and Specialization 12/5/2024
by Spencer Toth - 12/5/2024

The New York Knicks must avoid a textbook trap game when they host the Charlotte Hornets tonight. The Knicks secured a massive NBA Cup victory to punch their ticket into the knockout stage on Tuesday but cannot afford to take their opponents lightly tonight. Throughout the NBA season, Doc’s Sports will be breaking down every single New York Knicks matchup while providing the best bets along the way.

Free NBA Picks New York Knicks: Season-Long Handicapping and Specialization 12/3/2024
by Spencer Toth - 12/3/2024

The New York Knicks have an enormous NBA Cup matchup against the Orlando Magic tonight. Both teams are 3-0 in the Cup, and the winner of this game will finish on top of the group. New York has begun to build serious chemistry on their roster, and NBA Cup games with a playoff-like intensity could prove valuable to their championship aspirations. This is one of the biggest games of the regular season for New York, and you have found the right place for your free best bets.

Free NBA Picks New York Knicks: Season-Long Handicapping and Specialization 11/29/2024
by Spencer Toth - 11/28/2024

A regular season matchup between the Charlotte Hornets and New York Knicks would not normally draw much interest, but the introduction of the NBA Cup has turned this into a massive NBA game. The Hornets have already been eliminated from the NBA Cup after losing their opening two games, but the Knicks have a great chance to top East Group A after winning their first two games.

Top 7 Most Shocking NBA Trades in the Last 15 Years That Actually Paid Off
by Jeremy Block - 11/28/2024

Over the last 15 years, the NBA has witnessed some major trades that reshaped teams and shook up the entire league. While not every trade is a slam dunk, these seven blockbuster moves actually paid off in a big way. We’re talking about trades that turned teams into championship contenders, sparked dynasties, and brought in future superstars. From back seat views to the top of the NBA mountain, these trades changed the game for the teams that pulled the trigger.

Hot and Cold NBA Betting Teams ATS and Over Under 11/27/2024
by Spencer Toth - 11/27/2024

The NBA Cup is heating up as teams begin to book their places in the knockout rounds. Some teams have been able to exceed early-season expectations, while others have been consistently falling short in the betting markets. As the NBA season approaches 25% complete, here are the hottest and coldest teams against the spread over the last two weeks.

Free NBA Picks New York Knicks: Season-Long Handicapping and Specialization 11/27/2024
by Spencer Toth - 11/27/2024

On Monday night, the Knicks had their best performance of the season in their 145-118 smackdown against the Denver Nuggets. New York built a 23-point first half lead but didn't take their foot off the gas as they went on to win the third and fourth quarters too. Nikola Jokic had a quiet game as Karl-Anthony Towns was able to clamp down on the three-time MVP.

The Rise and Fall of Seven NBA Stars
by Jeremy Block - 11/25/2024

The NBA has produced some of the greatest hoopers the world has ever seen. However, as we know, even the brightest stars can struggle when the spotlight dims. Off the court, many of these stars have faced significant downfalls -- whether it's run-ins with the law, drug addictions, or career-changing injuries.

Free NBA Picks New York Knicks: Season-Long Handicapping and Specialization 11/25/2024
by Spencer Toth - 11/25/2024

The Knicks were confident they could extend their win streak against the lowly Utah Jazz on Saturday night, but they fell short 121-106. New York did many of the little things right, but they were unable to match the Jazz’s red-hot hands from deep.

Free NBA Picks New York Knicks: Season-Long Handicapping and Specialization 11/20/2024
by Spencer Toth - 11/20/2024

Don’t look now, but the New York Knicks are suddenly on their first three-game win streak of the season. The win streak has come with a pair of wins over the Brooklyn Nets followed by a victory over the lowly Wizards, all of which were at home. This won’t be enough to start planning the parade for the Knicks, but it will fill them with some optimism after their 5-6 start.

Free NBA Picks New York Knicks: Season-Long Handicapping and Specialization 11/18/2024
by Spencer Toth - 11/18/2024

On Friday night, the Knicks stayed perfect in the NBA Cup, beating the Brooklyn Nets 124-122 to move to 2-0. The Knicks built themselves a 21-point lead but ultimately needed a go-ahead triple from Jalen Brunson with 6 seconds left to avoid embarrassment. The game winning shot capped off Brunson’s best game of the season, as he led the Knicks with 37 points.

Free NBA Picks New York Knicks: Season-Long Handicapping and Specialization 11/15/2024
by Spencer Toth - 11/15/2024

The New York Knicks picked up a valuable NBA Cup victory against the 76ers this week and now face a massive game against the Brooklyn Nets tonight. All season long Doc’s Sports will be breaking down every New York Knicks game and will be providing the best bets along the way.

Hot and Cold NBA Betting Teams ATS and Over Under 11/13/2024
by Spencer Toth - 11/13/2024

The first three weeks of the 2024-25 NBA season are now behind us. There is still lots of time for teams to reverse their early season results, but all of a sudden the regular season is already 14% complete. Some teams have been able to exceed early season expectations, while others have consistently fallen short. Here are the hottest and coldest teams against the spread in the NBA.

Free NBA Picks New York Knicks: Season-Long Handicapping and Specialization 11/13/2024
by Spencer Toth - 11/13/2024

The New York Knicks are playing their first back-to-back set of the season and will look to avoid a letdown spot after their crucial NBA Cup victory last night. All season long, Doc’s Sports will be breaking down and providing the best bets for every New York Knicks weekday game of the season.

Free NBA Picks New York Knicks: Season-Long Handicapping and Specialization 11/12/2024
by Spencer Toth - 11/12/2024

On Friday Night, the Knicks smacked the Bucks 116-94 in a crucial home victory. Karl-Anthony Towns erupted for 32 points, as he has truly taken over as the primary scoring option. The Knicks ran a tight rotation as expected, with all their starters playing 30+ minutes despite the lopsided scoreline.

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.