NBA Predictions: February 9

New Orleans Pelicans versus Philadelphia 76ers

Both teams are eighth in their respective conferences and are relatively evenly matched on the oscillators. The 76ers hold a +16 to +12 edge on the Power Ranking Indicator and “average” to “average down” on the Team Strength Oscillator. The Pelicans won the first meeting as a home favorite, but the 76ers will likely be a favorite at home this time. Given that the 76ers are tied for 9th in Team Volatility, I like Philadelphia in a game decided by six points or less.

Indiana Pacers versus Boston Celtics

The Celtics are on top ...

Premier League Predictions: February 4th and 5th

The Premier League continues with a strong weekend of soccer with three matches taking place on Sunday February 4th and Monday February 5th. The weekend will be headlined by the late Sunday afternoon fixture between Liverpool and Tottenham. Both sides are battling for the top four and qualification into next season’s Champions League.

Premier League Predictions: February 4th and 5th Crystal Palace vs. Newcastle United The two sides are currently 13th and 14th in the Premier League respectively. Despite being mid-table, neither team is safe from Premier League relegation. The match between the two sides is the cliched ...

NHL predictions: February 2nd

It’s a short list of games in the NHL on Friday night February 2nd. Reigning NHL Stanley Cup winners, the Pittsburgh Penguins, will be on the ice. Surprise package expansion team Vegas Golden Knights will also play. The NHL regular season is nearly two-thirds of the way finished. There is still plenty of space for teams to jockey as the NHL Playoffs loom.

NHL Predictions: February 2nd

Washington Capitals vs. Pittsburgh Penguins

The two of the best teams in the Metropolitan Division take to the ice on Friday night. Both hockey clubs have been playing well over their last ...

NBA Predictions: February 2

Atlanta Hawks versus Boston Celtics

Although Boston still leads in the Atlantic Division, they have played relatively poorly over their last ten. This is indicated by their “dead” status on the Team Strength Oscillator and their +4 rating on the Power Ranking Indicator. Atlanta is also fairly poorly of late, with an “ice cold down” status and +5 on the Power Ranking Indicator. Boston has won the first two this season as road favorites. It’s hard to envision them losing at home, so go with the Celtics, as they will pull away in the fourth quarter.

Los Angeles Lakers versus ...

Super Bowl Prediction

Philadelphia Eagles versus New England Patriots

In a rematch of Super Bowl XXXIX in which the Patriots defeated the Eagles, 24-21, this is a much more even match than many initially saw it. Both teams finished 13-3. The Patriots scored 458 points and allowed 296, while the Eagles scored 457 and allowed 295. On the oscillators, New England holds a slight +30 to +29 advantage, while the Eagles are +7.78 to +7.11 on the Team Strength Oscillator. Both teams are in the top ten in Team Volatility. The Patriots have an obvious edge at quarterback, although Nick Foles played excellent ...

MLB World Series futures: First pitch is around the corner

Pitchers and catchers report for Major League Baseball spring training on February 12th, 13th and 14th. The 2018 season is just around the corner, and baseball fans are getting excited for the boys of summer to return. With spring training comes MLB World Series futures for the new season. Trades are already playing their part with sports books and their odds decisions. Which teams have the best MLB World Series futures odds heading into this year’s spring training?

MLB World Series futures: New York Yankees +500 The New York Yankees head into 2018 as the MLB World Series ...

England Championship soccer predictions: January 27

The England’s Championship division will see a limited number of matches on Saturday January 27th. Many of the second division clubs will be participating in the FA Cup tournament. However, four games will take place in the Championship, including a match featuring league leaders Wolverhampton Wanderers.

England Championship soccer predictions: January 27 Ipswich Town vs. Wolverhampton Wanderers Wolverhampton’s lead at the top of the Championship looked insurmountable just a couple weeks ago. However, Wolves are only nine points ahead of second-place Derby heading into the weekend. Wolves did defeat Ipswich on December 23rd. If Wolves can ignite its ...

NHL Predictions: January 25

Nashville Predators versus New Jersey Devils

Both teams are battling for the top spot in their respective divisions, however are moving in opposite directions. Nashville is “burning hot” while the Devils are “ice cold down”. There is a big advantage for the Predators on the Power Ranking Indicator at +30 to +16. On the flip side, the Devils have won the last two meeting between the teams. Nashville is tied for seventh in Team Volatility and have been solid on the road. While New Jersey is likely a home favorite, I’m going with the hot hand and picking Nashville.

Minnesota ...

NBA Predictions: January 26

Philadelphia 76ers versus San Antonio Spurs

The 76ers come in “burning hot” on the Team Strength Oscillator despite blowing a big lead against the Grizzlies on Monday. The Spurs are “average down” and are just +14 on the Power Ranking Index compared to +28 for the 76ers. Philadelphia won the last meeting as a home favorite on January 3. The Spurs are likely the favorite at home and are tied for sixth in Team Volatility. Although I give the edge to the Spurs at home, it wouldn’t surprise me to see a Philadelphia upset, so would avoid betting on this ...

Are the Boston Celtics still the best NBA team in the East?

Between October and November, the Boston Celtics reeled off 16 straight wins. The team’s run showed just why general manager Danny Ainge traded for guard Kyrie Irving and his supporting cast. Since the Miami Heat ended the Celtics’ run on November 22, Boston has continued its strong play; but the team has suffered nine losses since the Heat broke up the streak.

Boston resumes its NBA season on January 21 against the Orlando Magic. The Celtics have already beaten the Magic two times this season. However, Boston is coming off of back-to-back losses for the third time.

On January ...