NBA Roundtable: Can the Raptors hang on to Fred VanVleet?
NBA columnists Jason Logan, Sam Farley and Ryan Murphy discuss Fred VanVleet’s next contract, the Grizzlies bright future, and Luka Doncic’s all-world game.
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NBA picks: 76ers vs. Celtics, Mavs vs. Clippers
Both the Los Angeles Clippers and the Boston Celtics look to go 2-0 in their respective first round matches, but they won’t get there without a fight.
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NBA picks: Thunder vs. Rockets, Trail Blazers vs. Lakers
LeBron officially begins his quest for his fourth NBA Championship on Tuesday evening when the Lakers kick off their series against the Trail Blazers. We have odds and a pick for that game as well as Thunder vs. Rockets.
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NBA picks: 76ers vs. Celtics, Mavericks vs. Clippers
The NBA bubble has been fun, leading up to the start of the playoffs, but it felt a bit like an appetizer. Now all 16 teams are locked in and we’re ready for a March Madness-esque, same-site playoff race.
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NBA picks: Clippers vs. Thunder, 76ers vs. Rockets
The NBA playoffs are set, and Friday night’s primetime games will have zero impact on those seeds or matchups. That doesn’t mean that there won’t still be a winner or a loser, however, so let’s try and determine where money can be made in these matchups between backups.
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NBA picks: Heat vs. Thunder, Nuggets vs. Clippers
Four playoff-bound teams tangle on Wednesday night in the NBA bubble as the Heat take on the Thunder and the Nuggets clash with the Clippers.
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NBA Roundtable: Can the Lakers flip the switch as playoffs approach?
NBA columnists Jason Logan, Sam Farley and Ryan Murphy discuss the league’s most improved player, the Lakers disappointing play in the bubble, and Michael Porter Jr.’s coming out party.
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NBA picks: Pelicans vs. Kings, Bucks vs. Wizards
While it took us a long time to get here, we have now reached the "1-2-3-Cancun" stage of the NBA season, where the last few teams invited into the bubble are being ejected from official playoff contention in short order. Tuesday’s primetime slate features three such teams.
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NBA picks: Pacers vs. Heat, Nuggets vs. Lakers
Two teams trending in different directions take center court for Monday’s NBA games. The surging Pacers will try to remain hot against the Heat, while the Lakers will try to snap a three-game losing streak against the Nuggets.
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The strangest items players have brought into the NBA bubble
From Star Wars Lego to portable saunas, here are some of the strangest items NBA players have brought into the bubble in Orlando.
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NBA picks: Wizards vs. Pelicans, Raptors vs. Celtics
Friday night in the NBA is normally marked by a full slate of evening games, but with limited courts available fans will instead be treated to a pair of primetime games that each feature their own appeal.
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NBA picks: Blazers vs. Nuggets, Lakers vs. Rockets
The "race for number 8" continues tonight as the Portland Trail Blazers try to improve their playoff odds against the Denver Nuggets.
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Famous firsts in NBA history
Journey back in time as we revisit some of the historic milestones that have shaped the NBA.
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NBA picks: Magic vs. Raptors, Nets vs. Celtics
NBA betting odds and expert picks for the Orlando Magic vs. Toronto Raptors and Brooklyn Nets vs. Boston Celtics on Wednesday, August 5 from Orlando.
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NBA Roundtable: Raptors are rolling in Orlando
BetAmerica has teamed up with Covers and Oddschecker to break down the latest news and trends from around the Association. This week we discuss Philly's Embiid-Simmons dynamic, the Raptors revelatory play, and life in the bubble.
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NBA picks: Celtics vs. Heat, Rockets vs. Blazers
Tuesday’s NBA schedule has a little something for everyone. Fans of stalwart defenses will find plenty to enjoy as the Boston Celtics try to put the clamps on the Miami Heat at 6:00 p.m. ET. Those who like free-flowing offense are in for a treat as the Houston Rockets try to outgun the Portland Trail Blazers at 9:00 p.m. ET.
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NBA picks: Spurs vs. 76ers and Lakers vs. Jazz
The NBA reboot is in full effect Monday night with two games featuring potential NBA Finals contenders. At 8:00 p.m. ET, the Philadelphia 76ers lock up with the San Antonio Spurs, and at 9:00 p.m. ET, the Los Angeles Lakers take on the Utah Jazz on ESPN
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Simmons’ debut at PF and other top storylines as NBA returns
Here are the top storylines surrounding the first weekend of games during the NBA restart.
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Which NBA replacement player are you?
Which new roster addition in Orlando do you most resemble? Find out with BetAmerica's latest personality quiz!
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The 5 weirdest moments from the NBA bubble in Orlando
The NBA bubble in Orlando has featured balcony parties, fishing trips, and drinking game galore as those in attendance have been trying to stave off boredom while still observing safety protocols. Here are the five weirdest moments so far.
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The biggest X-factors for every NBA Championship contender
We’ve examined the rosters of this year’s top NBA Championship contenders and have identified six players whose performance will determine how far their teams advance in Orlando.
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Jamal Crawford leads list of NBA replacement players in Orlando
A number of key players have opted out of the remainder of the 2019-20 NBA season for health and personal reasons. Here are five substitution players who will have a chance to shine this summer in Florida.
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Which NBA team should you root for?
Not sure who to root for when the NBA resumes its 2019-20 season in Orlando? Find out which franchise best fits your personality.
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How important is home-court advantage in the NBA?
Here we look into how important home-court advantage is and how the lack of it may affect certain teams participating in the NBA restart in Orlando.
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The best 2nd round draft picks in NBA history
Finding a great talent in the second round takes savvy, faith, and more than a little luck, but it is possible. These five players are proof that you can find a franchise player deep in the NBA draft.
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NBA players who will be MIA in Orlando
The NBA landscape will look radically different in late July when the league resumes its 2019-20 season in Orlando. Not only will eight of the league’s 30 teams be absent, but several of the Association’s most recognizable faces will also be staying home as their teammates battle for the Larry O’Brien Trophy.
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Understanding advanced NBA statistics
Prepare to take notes as we break down 10 of the most popular advanced statistics being used right now in the NBA.
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5 players you’ll recognize at TBT 2020
Here are five former NBA players you’re sure to recognize this summer at TBT 2020 in Columbus, Ohio.
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5 NBA players who could be out of a job in 2021
We’ve examined the rosters of all NBA 30 teams and have identified the five future free agents who could be out of a job next season due to their declining skills and inability to keep up with the league's young bucks.
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Top 5 free agents still available for the 2020 NBA Playoffs
We’ve scoured the NBA waiver wires and have identified five recently released players who could make a big impact in the playoffs.
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The Golden State Warriors are the real winners of 2020
Despite their many injuries and setbacks this year, the Golden State Warriors have four very big reasons to feel good about the 2020-21 NBA season.
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Will LaMelo Ball be taken first overall in the NBA Draft?
Many know of LaMelo Ball from his brothers’ success and his father’s antics. But beyond all of that, there’s some skill that puts LaMelo in contention to be the first pick taken in the 2020 NBA Draft.
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The ultimate NBA Finals quiz
As we await the upcoming NBA postseason, let’s take a trip down memory lane and see how well you remember the NBA Finals of the past.
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The ultimate basketball movie quiz
Keep yourself occupied until the NBA returns by testing your knowledge of the best basketball movies ever made.
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Top 5 under the radar NBA free agents
Stars need role players to set screens to get them open and to feed them the ball in their favorite spots. When free agency begins on Oct. 18, NBA general managers would do well to consider these under-the-radar players to fill out their rosters and give their stars the support they need.
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Players we'll miss most when the NBA returns
Several of the NBA’s most popular players won’t be on hand when play gets underway at Walt Disney World on July 31. Here are the five stars we’ll miss most.
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Bucks favored to win NBA Championship as league nears return
Giannis Antetokounmpo didn’t have access to a basketball hoop for the first two months of the COVID-19 pandemic and yet his Milwaukee Bucks are still favored to win the 2020 NBA Championship when the league resumes play on July 31.
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What we know about the NBA's July return
On Thursday, the NBA board of governors approved a league proposal on a 22-team format to restart the 2019-20 season in Orlando at the end of July. Here's what we know so far about the NBA's return.
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5 teams that have benefitted most from the NBA’s long layoff
Many teams that were battered and bruised in March are now back to full strength as the NBA prepares to resume its 2019-20 season in July. Here are the five franchises that have benefitted most from the league’s long layoff.
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Anthony Davis tops the NBA’s free agent class of 2020
The NBA's free agency class of 2020 isn’t quite as stacked as its predecessor, but it still features a number of perennial All-Stars and glue guys who could push one lucky contender over the top.
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Who benefits most from the NBA’s restart plan?
The happiest place on earth is about to get even happier. The NBA is expected to resume its 2019-20 season in July at Disney World’s Wide World of Sports Complex in Orlando, Florida.
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5 NBA teams that ended dynasties
Victory is never permanent. These five teams faced titans of the NBA and exposed their mortality, ending a prolonged run of dominance.
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5 of Michael Jordan’s teammates who deserve their own documentaries
Director Jason Hehir did a commendable job of documenting Jordan’s career in The Last Dance, but the five-time MVP isn’t the only one with a compelling story to tell. Here are five of Jordan’s teammates who deserve their own feature-length documentaries.
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The best stretch fours in NBA history
The rugged power forwards of yesteryear have been replaced by highly-skilled tweeners who stretch defenses to their breaking point with their ability to nail deep threes. Their names aren’t always easy to spell, but they are easy to cheer for as they score from every place imaginable on the court.
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Shaquille O'Neal and Kobe Bryant of the Los Angeles Lakers. (Photo by Matt A. Brown/Icon Sportswire)
Top 5 best duos in NBA history
One of the biggest lessons we learned from The Last Dance is that it takes more than a single star to win an NBA Championship. Michael Jordan was just 1-9 in the playoffs before the Chicago Bulls acquired Scottie Pippen on a draft night trade in 1987. Together they won six titles and were never pushed to a Game 7 in the NBA Finals. Grab your best bud as we salute the five most dynamic duos in NBA history.
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The most overpaid players in the NBA
2020 will be remembered by fans for being the year the NBA season was wiped out by the COVID-19 pandemic. It will also be remembered by a select number of team owners as the year they paid way too much for a bunch of stiffs and scrubs.
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Every NBA team’s best draft pick ever
The 2020 NBA Draft could be postponed until September as the league continues to navigate the COVID-19 pandemic. As we await further news, let’s look back at the top draft pick for every NBA franchise over the past 73 years.
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Anthony Edwards favored to be selected first overall in 2020 NBA Draft
The NBA has yet to determine which team will have the first pick in the 2020 NBA Draft, but oddsmakers are certain they know whom they’ll select.
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Top 10 best NBA centers of all time
The game may have changed, but the impact of the league’s best big men will live on forever. Join us on a trip down memory lane as we celebrate the top 10 centers in NBA history.
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5 NBA milestones we missed due to COVID-19
If the 2019-20 NBA season is truly done, as many suspect, fans will have been robbed of witnessing these five major milestones.
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Top 10 best NBA power forwards of all time
What do Javan Rhinos, Amur Leopards, and NBA power forwards have in common? They’re all on the brink of extinction. The burly boardsmen and bone-rattling pick setters of yesteryear have given way to lithe seven-footers who can stretch the court and rain down threes from far beyond the perimeter.
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5 players who should be in the Basketball Hall of Fame
There are few clubs in America as exclusive as the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame. Only 178 players have been enshrined in Springfield since 1959, and some years have featured as few as three new inductees.
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5 surprising things we learned from 'The Last Dance'
The 10-part documentary series “The Last Dance” premiered its first two episodes about the 1997-98 Chicago Bulls team on ESPN Sunday. Here are the five most surprising moments from episodes 1 and 2.
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Top 10 best small forwards in NBA history
Is there a greater misnomer in basketball than "small forward"? Many of the players who man the position are 6-foot-9 or taller, and their contributions are anything but small.
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Picking the perfect H-O-R-S-E competition
Basketball fans received a rare glimmer hope this week when Adrian Wojnarowski reported that the NBA is teaming up with ESPN to televise a H-O-R-S-E competition featuring some of the game’s top marksmen.
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The best teams that didn’t win an NBA championship
If the 2019-20 season is indeed canceled, as many fear, the Milwaukee Bucks will join these five star-crossed teams as the best squads to fall short of winning a title.
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Picking basketball's Mount Rushmore
As we eagerly wait for basketball to return, now is the perfect time to reminisce about some of the greatest players to ever grace the hardwood. Join us as we present our version of the NBA's Mount Rushmore.
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What can past lockouts teach us about the current NBA hiatus?
The NBA’s current hiatus may seem like unchartered territory to younger fans, but this is far from the first time that the league has canceled or postponed a significant portion of its season. The Association has dealt with four lockouts since 1995, including one as recently as 2011. We’ve examined each lockout to see what fans can expect if – and when – the NBA resumes in mid-June.
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NBA teams that could benefit most from a June return
Being without basketball for three months may sound like a life sentence to some, but many teams could benefit greatly from a lengthy layoff to overcome injuries, improve chemistry, and stop slumps. Join us now as we examine the five NBA teams with the most to gain from the league’s forced hiatus.
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The Knicks' free agency plans are utter madness
NBA columnists Andrew Caley, Sam Farley and Ryan Murphy discuss LeBron James’ MVP candidacy, the Knicks’ outrageous free-agency plans, and Brooklyn’s decision to part ways with Kenny Atkinson.
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Lakers close on Bucks in NBA Championship odds
Fresh off their fourth straight victory, LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers are now right on the heels of the Milwaukee Bucks for the best odds to win the 2020 NBA Championship.
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Bucks will beat Lakers in potential NBA Finals preview
Is it getting hot in here or is it just our takes? BetAmerica columnists Ashley Anderson, Jeremy Balan, Ryan Murphy and Thomas Tassone share their sizzling picks for this weekend’s sports action. Handle with caution!
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NBA on TNT picks: Clippers vs. Rockets, Raptors vs. Warriors
The NBA returns to TNT on Thursday night with a sizzling doubleheader. The fun begins at 8:00 p.m. with a Clippers-Rockets shootout in Houston, and continues at 10:30 p.m. with an NBA Finals rematch between the Raptors and Warriors in San Francisco.
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Raptors being overlooked in Atlantic Division odds
The Boston Celtics and Toronto Raptors couldn't be more like. Both teams average 113 points per game and give up 106. They've each won 23 games at home, and are led by crafty point guards and emerging first-time All-Stars. They even have identical odds to win the NBA championship at +1600. However, despite their many similarities, Boston is the clear-cut favorite to win the Atlantic Division at -135.
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Making sense of the Harden-Giannis feud
BetAmerica has teamed up with Covers and Oddschecker to break down the latest news and trends from around the Association. This week NBA columnists Andrew Caley, Sam Farley and Ryan Murphy discuss the Knicks’ uncertain future, the thoroughly entertaining Harden-Giannis beef, and Dion Waiters’ workout with the Lakers.
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The most lopsided rivalries in NBA history
As a gambler it is important to remember past events typically don’t have an effect on future outcomes. Just ask any victim of the roulette wheel. In sports, however, it is hard to ignore when one team seems to have the other’s number.
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Schroder gaining on Williams in NBA Sixth Man race
The NBA Sixth Man of the Year race is heating up as we enter March. Clippers star Lou Williams is Mr. Sixth Man when you look at his career, but Thunder guard Dennis Schroder is quickly closing in.
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5 NBA contenders everyone is overlooking
With the NBA past the 60-game point, it’s time to start separating the contenders from the pretenders. While a select few teams in each conference will steal all the buzz as the season transitions to the playoffs, there are a few teams flying under the radar and can make tremendous noise.
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The most gruesome injuries in NBA history
Over the years, there have been some terrible injuries in the National Basketball Association. Some have derailed careers, while others have simply ended seasons. Either way, they often leave lasting, cringe-worth images in the memories of both fans and players. We break down the five worst injuries in the history of the NBA.
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NBA on TNT picks: Blazers vs. Pacers, Lakers vs. Warriors
The NBA returns to TNT on Thursday night with a pair of enticing games. The fun begins at 8 p.m. ET, with a Trail Blazers-Pacers showdown in Indianapolis, and continues at 10:30 p.m. with a West Coast grudge match between the Lakers and Warriors in San Francisco.
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What we learned from the Bucks' win over the Raptors
The Milwaukee Bucks scored a road win over the Toronto Raptors on Tuesday, in what could be a preview of the Eastern Conference Final.
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The Mamba Mentality lives on in Russell Westbrook
BetAmerica has teamed up with Covers and Oddschecker to break down the latest news and trends from around the Association. This week NBA columnists Sam Farley and Ryan Murphy discuss Kobe Bryant's heir apparent, the Lakers' depth, and Houston's small ball revolution.
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Zion's NBA Rookie of the Year odds improve
Zion Williamson may have missed a large part of the season due to injury, but his first 12 games in the NBA have provided bettors with enough confidence to support him to win an unlikely Rookie Of The Year award.
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Who will win NBA Defensive Player of the Year?
As we head out of the All-Star break, it's time to start looking at some end of year award odds. The NBA Defensive Player of the Year race is certainly one to keep an eye on. Anthony Davis is a heavy favorite at -280.
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Bold predictions for the second half of the NBA season
What lies ahead? These predictions will be the headlines for the second half of the NBA season.
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Clippers have a leg up in the battle for Los Angeles
A Lakers-versus-Clippers collision course feels inevitable, despite all efforts by the Nuggets, Rockets, and Jazz to disrupt that potential matchup.
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NBA on TNT picks: Nets vs. 76ers, Rockets vs. Warriors
The Philadelphia 76ers will look to extend their three-game winning streak on Thursday night when they host the Brooklyn Nets at home. Meanwhile, over in the Western Conference, the Houston Rockets will take their small ball lineup on the road against the reeling Golden State Warriors.
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Ranking the NBA's best clutch players
When the clock is winding down and the game is on the line, these are the players who specialize in snatching victory from the jaws of defeat. From sharpshooters to stone-cold closers, these are the last people opposing teams want to see with the ball with time running out. BetAmerica takes a look at the five most clutch players in the NBA.
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Lou Williams favored to win 4th NBA Sixth Man Award
The 2019-20 season must feel like deja vu all over again for Lou Williams, who is favored to win the NBA's Sixth Man of the Year Award for a record fourth time.
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Where does Chris Paul rank among the NBA’s best point guards?
BetAmerica has teamed up with Covers and Oddschecker to break down the latest news and trends from around the Association. This week NBA columnists Andrew Caley, Sam Farley, and Ryan Murphy discuss the NBA All-Star Game’s new format, the battle for L.A., and Chris Paul’s place in history.
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76ers and Lakers dominate NBA second half storylines
NBA All-Star Weekend exceeded expectations. The Elam Ending Sunday night was the perfect exclamation point to re-energize the league entering the second half of the season. These five storylines will dominate the conversation down the stretch.
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Zion Williamson still a longshot for NBA Rookie of the Year
The sample size is small, but so far Zion Williamson has lived up to the hype that surrounded him when he was taken first overall by the New Orleans Pelicans.
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The NBA three-point contest will belong to Davis Bertans
While the All-Star Game is a thrill to watch, Saturday night’s three-point contest has become a must-see, stand-alone event.
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Bucks new championship favorites ahead of NBA All-Star break
The Milwaukee Bucks head into the All-Star break as the new outright favorite to win the 2020 NBA Championship. The league’s best Bucks top BetAmerica’s NBA Championship marketat odds of +275, having firmed from +400 since early January.
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"No Dunks" now Starters with BetAmerica
The artists formerly known as NBA TV’s The Starters have found a new home with the Churchill Downs-owned sportsbook, BetAmerica. The popular podcasting quartet of Tas Melas, Leigh Ellis, Trey Kerby and J.E. Skeets re-branded as No Dunks prior to the current NBA season, and have now teamed up with BetAmerica to provide expert analysis and picks to basketball bettors.
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NBA On TNT pick: Clippers vs. Celtics
NBA All-Star Weekend doesn’t officially tip off until Friday evening, but basketball fans will get to enjoy another star-studded affair tonight when The Clippers take on the Celtics at TD Garden.
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Can anyone overtake Giannis in the NBA MVP race?
Halfway through the 2019-20 NBA season, it’s clear to see it’s the Greek Freak’s world, we’re just living in it. Giannis Antetokounmpo won the NBA’s Most Valuable Player Award following the 2018-19 season. He’s well on pace to repeating that performance, currently a -280 favorite to bring home the hardware.
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Steve Kerr is the right coach at the right time for Andrew Wiggins
BetAmerica has teamed up with Covers and Oddschecker to break down the latest news and trends from around the Association. This week NBA columnists Andrew Caley, Sam Farley, and Ryan Murphy discuss the Western Conference playoff picture, Andrew Wiggins’ fit with the Warriors, and Cleveland’s imposing frontline.
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NBA All-Star Game MVP trends
Before tipoff of the 2020 NBA All-Star Game in Chicago, let’s analyze the trends behind the NBA All-Star MVP so you know who to back before the star-studded game.
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The 5 best NBA Slam Dunk Contests of all time
The final event of the Saturday skills exhibition is the Slam Dunk Contest. Let's take a look at the five best of all time.
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Are the Raptors a good bet to repeat?
The Toronto Raptors are the hottest team in the NBA right now with 14 straight wins. So why do they have just the eighth best odds to win the 2020 NBA Championship?
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Philly falling fast in NBA Championship odds
Oddsmakers are losing faith in Philadelphia. The 76ers’ odds of winning the 2020 NBA Championship have lengthened from +1000 one week ago to +1400 today, despite a pair of aggressive moves at the trade deadline that bolstered the team’s depth and improved its long-term flexibility.
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Bucks' NBA Championship odds improve despite quiet trade deadline
The fun and fervor of the NBA trade deadline is now in the rearview mirror. In the aftermath, the Milwaukee Bucks are now the favorites to win the NBA Championship.
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NBA trade deadline winners and losers
They say you can’t truly judge the impact of a trade until two years later, but frankly who has that kind of time? We’re going to fast forward through that excruciating waiting period as we determine the winners and losers of the NBA’s annual trade deadline.
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NBA trade rumors: Wiggins on the block
Christmas came early for those eagerly awaiting the NBA Trade Deadline on Thursday. Could the Minnesota Timberwolves make another move before the deadline?
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The worst trade deadline deals in NBA history
With the NBA trade deadline looming, some teams will try to make a last-ditch effort to salvage the season or free up cap space to rebuild. While some moves change the trajectory of a franchise forever, others end in disaster.
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Devin Booker deserves to be an NBA All-Star
BetAmerica has teamed up with Covers and Oddschecker to break down the latest news and trends from around the Association. This week NBA columnists Andrew Caley, Sam Farley and Ryan Murphy discuss Zion Williamson’s Rookie of the Year candidacy, the Buck’s championship odds, and this season’s biggest All-Star snubs.
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The best NBA players to never make an All-Star Game
The NBA All-Star Game has steadily evolved into a popularity contest. Sure, the midseason showcase always has elite ballers, but the players at the end of the bench are often there because of name recognition rather than production. That's led to more than a few players being overlooked. Let’s look at five of the best NBA players of all-time that were never selected for the NBA All-Star Game.
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