We break down the NBA’s Orlando bubble plan and discuss what Zion Williamson’s Pelicans and Damian Lillard’s Blazers have to accomplish to push Memphis out of the eighth playoff seed in the West.
How Bettors Should Approach MLB’s 60-Game Season
Now that Major League Baseball and the Players Union have finally agreed to play ball, we break down how bettors should approach the shortened 60-game season and offer a few World Series longshots.
Western Conference Qualification Round Series and Best Bets
With the NHL Western Conference Qualifying Round just over a month away, we offer best bets on all four best-of-5 series matchups: Jets vs. Flames, Canucks vs. Wilds, Predators vs. Coyotes and Oilers vs. Blackhawks.
Eastern Conference Qualification Round Series Odds and Best Bets
While the start date and hub city are still left to be determined, we break down the NHL Eastern Conference Qualifying Round with best bets on all four best-of-5 series matchups: Penguins vs. Canadiens, Maple Leafs vs. Blue Jackets, Islanders vs. Panthers and Hurricanes vs. Rangers.
NBA Title Odds Ahead of 22-Team Season Restart in Orlando
With the basketball season set to resume on July 31 in Orlando, we have the latest 2020 NBA Championship odds with news and notes on LeBron’s Lakers (+225), Kawhi’s Clippers (+300) and Giannis’ Bucks (+325).
NFL Coach of the Year Odds: Belichick and Arians the Co-Favorites
Who’s the best bet to win 2020 NFL Coach of the Year honors? An intriguing storyline has already developed with Tom Brady’s former coach and current coach tied as co-favorites in the preseason.
NFL Defensive Player of the Year Odds: Aaron Donald Favored Over Watt and Bosa Brothers
Will Aaron Donald win his third-career NFL Defensive Player of the Year award? We look at his competition, including the Watt and Bosa brothers, last year’s winner Stephon Gilmore and Browns defensive end Myles Garrett.
World Series Odds in 82-Game Season: Dodgers Favored Over Yankees
The Dodgers (+375) are slight favorites over the Yankees (+450) to win the 2020 World Series in the MLB’s proposed 82-game season despite the use of a universal DH. We check the latest odds for baseball’s best betting values.
NFL Comeback Player of the Year Odds Favor Three Superstars: Big Ben, Gronk, Watt
Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger is the favorite to win NFL Comeback Player of the Year, but is Lions signal caller Matthew Stafford (+800) the better bet? Steve Dominey analyzes the early 2020 CPOY odds for the top contenders.
Burrow, Edwards-Helaire Lead Offensive Rookie of the Year Odds
Heisman Trophy winner Joe Burrow is a +250 favorite to win NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year, but he’ll have to outproduce top running backs such as Clyde Edwards-Helaire (+400) and Jonathan Taylor (+900), as well as a loaded rookie class of wide receivers.