NBA Picks May 2: Nets and Bucks Battle For Position in Eastern Conference

The NBA season is reaching the home stretch and top seeds are yet to be solidified. One matchup that is instrumental in the Eastern Conference is the Nets versus the Bucks. We will take a look at that and other key games for May 2.

Brooklyn Nets versus Milwaukee Bucks

The Nets and Bucks are battling with the Philadelphia 76ers for the top spot in the Eastern Conference. Brooklyn has a +28 to +21 advantage on the Power Ranking Indicator, while the Bucks are “burning hot” versus “average down” on the Team Strength Oscillator. The teams have  ... 

NBA Picks April 25: Suns and Nets Tip Off in Featured Game

With the NBA regular season down to the final few weeks, every match-up is more important than the previous. With playoff spots on the line, we take a look at five games for April 25. The Suns versus Nets is the headline game.

Note the Scores Predictor for NBA games April 25.

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NBA Picks April 18: Nets and Heat Battle in Eastern Conference

The NBA regular season is down to its final month before the playoffs begin. There are still battles going on for positioning. With several games set to tip-off on Sunday, the Nets and Heat headline action.

Brooklyn Nets versus Miami Heat

The Nets are battling the 76ers for top seed in the Eastern Conference and the Heat are 7th in the conference. The Nets have a +25 to +17 edge on the Power Ranking Indicator while both teams are “average down” on the Team Strength Oscillator. The over/under bet is best avoided in this game with teams trending on  ... 

NBA Picks April 9: Hornets and Bucks Featured Game

With six weeks to go in the NBA regular season, teams are beginning the fight for final playoff positioning. Several games are set to tip off on Friday with the Hornets and Bucks headlining the action.

Charlotte Hornets versus Milwaukee Bucks

The Hornets enter play with the fifth best record in the Eastern Conference and the Bucks are third behind the 76ers and Nets. Milwaukee has a +28 to +17 edge on the Power Ranking Indicator. Both teams are not playing their best ball lately, “average down” on the Team Strength Oscillator. The teams have been playing on opposite  ... 

NBA Picks March 28: Phoenix versus Charlotte Highlight Action

The NBA trade deadline has reached and the biggest moves to bolster rosters have likely been made. Now the teams begin the playoff push. There is a relatively light schedule for March 28 with the Suns and Hornets headline play.

Phoenix Suns versus Charlotte Hornets

The Suns enter with the 2nd best record in the Western Conference and face the Hornets, 4th in the Eastern Conference. Phoenix has a +26 to +14 advantage on the Power Ranking Indicator but the Hornets are playing better lately, “burning hot” versus “average” on the Team Strength Oscillator. In fact, the Hornets won  ... 

NBA Picks March 21: Lakers versus Suns Featured Game

Heading into the third weekend in March and teams are inching closer to playoff berths. There are numerous games scheduled for March 21 with the Lakers and Suns battling near the top of the Western Conference.

Los Angeles Lakers versus Phoenix Suns

The Phoenix Suns and Los Angeles Lakers are 2nd and 3rd seeds in the Western Conference, respectively. Phoenix has a +27 to +25 edge on the Power Ranking Indicator, while both teams are “burning hot” on the Team Strength Oscillator.  The Totals Predictor indicates the teams trending on opposite sides of the “over/under” line. The Lakers are  ... 

NCAAB Tournament picks March 20: Will upsets make up the first round of March Madness?

The NCAAB Tournament tips off this week with the first four, first round, and second-round being played. As we noted in our previous NCAAB blog, the tournament is taking place entirely in Indiana, cutting down on the travel.

Despite March Madness being held in one place, it is set to be filled with excitement as always. With the tournament starting on Thursday with the first four, we are going to take a look at four games taking place on Saturday in the first round. Upsets could be on the menu for the day.

(5) Colorado vs. (12) Georgedown

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NBA Picks March 14: 76ers Look to Stay on Top in East Versus Spurs

The NBA is tipping off the second half of the season and the playoff push begins. There are numerous key matchups for March 14 with the 76ers and Spurs headlining the action.

San Antonio Spurs versus Philadelphia 76ers

The Spurs enter as the 7th seed in the Western Conference and the 76ers are on top in the Eastern Conference. Philadelphia has a +25 to +17 advantage on the Power Ranking Indicator and “burning hot” versus “ice cold down” on the Team Strength Oscillator. Both teams have been involved in games under the line lately, so that appears to be  ... 

March Madness 2021 — Let the NCAA basketball madness begin

Let the NCAA basketball madness begin! The NCAA March Madness 2021 basketball tournament is nearing its tip-off.

After canceling last season’s tournament due to the COVID-19 pandemic, fans are rejoicing for the competition’s return. So, when does it start and who is the favorite to win the NCAA basketball tournament during March Madness 2021?

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NBA Picks February 28: Clippers and Bucks Possible NBA Finals Preview?

Heading near the All-Star break, teams are trying to position themselves for a second-half post-season push. Several good games are in store for February 28 with a potential NBA Finals preview in the Clippers versus the Bucks.

Los Angeles Clippers versus Milwaukee Bucks

The Clippers enter play with the second-best record in the Western Conference and face the third-seeded team in the Eastern Conference, the Milwaukee Bucks. Los Angeles has a +25 to +22 advantage on the Power Ranking Indicator, but the Bucks are playing better recently, “burning hot” versus “average up” on the Team Strength Oscillator. Expect a  ... 

NBA Picks February 21: Nets versus Clippers Featured Game

As the NBA season gets closer to the All-Star break, teams a looking to get into position for a strong second-half run. Several games are set for February 21 with the Nets and Clippers headlining the action.

Brooklyn Nets versus Los Angeles Clippers

The Brooklyn Nets enter play with a four-game winning streak and are second in the Eastern Conference. They take on the Clippers, who are the third seed in the Western Conference. Brooklyn has a +27 to +22 advantage on the Power Ranking Indicator and “burning hot” versus “average” on the Team Strength Oscillator. Expect a high-scoring  ... 

NBA Picks February 13: 76ers Look to Stay on Top in East

With a third of the NBA season already in the books, the teams are looking for positioning before the All-Star break. There are five games scheduled for February 13 with the 76ers and Suns headlining the action.

Philadelphia 76ers versus Phoenix Suns

The 76ers head into action with the top seed in the Eastern Conference, while the Suns are 4th in the Western Conference. Philadelphia has a +27 to +25 edge on the Power Ranking Indicator and both teams are “burning hot” on the Team Strength Oscillator. Th teams are trending on opposite sides of the over/under line, so  ... 

NBA Picks February 7: Jazz Look to Stay on Top in West

The NBA season has surpassed the quarter mark and there are some surprise teams emerging from the pack. The Utah Jazz are first in the West and look to stay on top against the Indiana Pacers. We’ll look at that match up and four others for February 7.

Utah Jazz versus Indiana Pacers

The Utah Jazz enter with the best record in the Western Conference and head to Indiana to take on the Pacers, who are 5th in the Eastern Conference. The Jazz have a +29 to +18 advantage on the Power Ranking Indicator and “burning hot” versus “average  ... 

NBA Picks January 30: Lakers and Celtics Continue Rivalry

As the last weekend in January approaches, the NBA season has reached the quarter mark. Numerous games as scheduled for January 30 with the Lakers and Celtics headlining the action.

Los Angeles Lakers versus Boston Celtics

The Lakers are second in the Western Conference behind the Utah Jazz and the Celtics enter 5th in the Eastern Conference. Los Angeles holds a +28 to +25 edge on the Power Ranking Indicator, while the Lakers aver “average” versus “ice cold down” on the Team Strength Oscillator. The Totals Predictor indicates the teams are trending on opposite sides of the over/under, so  ... 

What is Point Spread Betting in Sports Betting?

Sportsbooks and sports betting use a lot of different terms. These terms can make it difficult to understand sports betting. However, once you learn these terms, you will feel far more comfortable when wagering on sports such as basketball, American football, and ice hockey. 

Oddsmakers use a point spread in sports betting to make a game between two unbalanced teams more balanced. They do this by giving points to or taking points away from each team. Think of it as sportsbooks giving a weaker team a headstart against the strong side.

The favorite team in a game is indicated by a minus (-) sign. Following the  ... 

NBA Picks January 16: Orlando versus Brooklyn Featured Game

As we enter the middle of January, the NBA season is in full swing.  A blockbuster trade sending James Harden to the Brooklyn Nets instantly makes them a favorite in the Eastern Conference. Their game against the Orlando Magic headlines action with other games on slate.

Orlando Magic versus Brooklyn Nets

The Magic come in with the fifth best record in the Eastern Conference and the Nets are fourth. Orlando has a +18 to +8 advantage on the Power Ranking Indicator, while the Nets are “average” versus “ice cold down” on the Team Strength Oscillator. The teams have been  ...