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Houston Cougars to claw through South Region in 2026 NCAA tournament
2026/03/17
Rolling into the tournament on an 11-game winning streak, No. 1 Florida is the favorite to get out of the South Region in the 2026 NCAA Tournament bracket. Will the reigning national champions survive tough competition from No. 2 Houston and No. 3 Illinois to book a spot in the Final Four? Let's check the […]
Raptors to snap losing streak against surging Suns
2026/03/13
What: Phoenix Suns at Toronto Raptors Where: Scotiabank Arena When: 7:30 PM EST, Friday, March 3, 2026 Toronto has lost six of its last eight games after falling to the Pelicans on Wednesday night. The Raptors will now hot a red hot Phoenix Suns squad that's won four in a row and six of its […]
Could the Buffalo Sabres win the NHL's Eastern Conference?
2026/03/12
There's just over a month left until the playoffs commence with 16 teams set to battle for the Stanley Cup. With the NHL trade deadline in the rearview mirror, rosters are set for the greatest tournament in professional sports. What club will win three rounds and claim the Prince of Wales Trophy before representing the […]
Celtics to cover the spread on the road in Oklahoma City
2026/03/12
What: Boston Celtics at Oklahoma City Thunder Where: Paycom Center When: 9:00 PM EST, Thursday, March 12, 2026 Shai Gilgeous-Alexander will host the Celtics with a chance to make history on Thursday night. The soon-to-be back-to-back NBA MVP can break Wilt Chamberlain's record for consecutive 20-point games, but he'll have to do it against the […]
Bet on a Wild longshot to win the NHL's Western Conference
2026/03/12
With the NHL trade deadline in the rearview mirror and just over a month left in the regular season, rosters are set for the greatest tournament in professional sports. What Western Conference team will make the Stanley Cup Final? Let's take a look at the latest futures and make our picks. Odds are subject to […]
Red Sox to upset Jays and Yankees for AL East title
2026/03/10
Toronto won its first AL East title in a decade but came up agonizingly short in a World Series loss to the Dodgers. Can the Blue Jays repeat in the best division in all of baseball or will the Red Sox or Yankees take back the crown? Let's check the latest AL East division futures. […]
Phillies to outlast Mets and Braves for 2026 NL East Division crown
2026/03/10
After falling apart down the stretch to cost themselves a postseason berth last year, the Mets are favored to win the NL East in 2026. However, New York is in a competitive division with the Philadelphia Phillies and Atlanta Braves, who have combined to capture the past eight division titles. Who will win the NL […]
Berube's a beautiful bet to be the next NHL head coach fired
2026/03/02
Two NHL head coaches have lost their job during the 2025-26 season. Veteran bench boss Rick Bowness took over for Dean Evason on Jan. 13 and promptly led the Blue Jackets on a seven-game winning streak. And just yesterday, the Los Angeles Kings canned Jim Hiller in favor of D.J. Smith in hopes of making […]
Best early bets to capture 2026 Heisman Trophy
2026/03/02
Fernando Mendoza was a 60–1 longshot to win the Heisman Trophy heading into last season. After leading No. 1 Indiana to a perfect 13-0 regular-season record and their first-ever national title, he won the award and is now set to be drafted No. 1 by the Las Vegas Raiders. Will a player come out of […]
Chargers among our favorite Super Bowl 61 futures bets
2026/03/02
What: Super Bowl 61 Futures Where: SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California When: 6:30 PM EST, Sunday, February 14, 2027 It's hard to believe the Seahawks had 60-to-1 odds to win the Lombardi Trophy at this time last year. Now, Sam Darnold and the reigning Super Bowl champions are the favorites to repeat next season. Let's […]
Could Quinn Hughes capture the 2026 Norris Trophy award?
2026/02/25
Cale Makar and Zach Werenski are in a dead heat to win the Norris Trophy for the league's best defenseman. With about a quarter of the season to play following the NHL's Winter Olympic break, let's take a look at the latest award futures. Odds are subject to change. Boost Your NHL Picks Before wagering […]
Kansas to hold off Houston at home in Big 12 battle
2026/02/23
No. 8 Kansas (20-7, 10-4 Big 12) will welcome No. 2 Houston (23-4, 11-3 Big 12) to Allen Fieldhouse in Lawrence. The Jayhawks lost to unranked Cincinnati on Saturday but they haven't dropped two-straight games at home since the 1988-89 season. Meanwhile, the Cougars are trying to avoid their first three game losing skid since […]
Could LeBron James make the New York Knicks his next team?
2026/02/23
LeBron James was non-committal about his future at the NBA All-Star Game, but almost everyone expects the 41-year-old to return for a record-extending 24th season. However, with his $52.6 million contract expiring at year's end, the four-time MVP could move on from the Los Angeles Lakers and end his legendary career elsewhere. Let's look at […]
Boston Bruins a strong bet to make Stanley Cup Playoffs
2026/02/23
With the NHL set to resume play this Wednesday following the Winter Olympic break, there will be a two-month sprint to the finish as a handful of bubble teams battle for a spot in the Stanley Cup Playoffs. What clubs will book a ticket to the 16-team tournament and which ones will be on the […]
Will Peterson or Dybantsa be the No. 1 overall pick in 2026 NBA Draft?
2026/02/23
New anti-tanking measures will be introduced next season after a slew of franchises bottomed out to nab a top pick in the upcoming 2026 NBA Draft, which could have the greatest group of college freshmen ever. What highly-prized prospect are all these teams tanking for? Let's look at the latest betting futures on basketball's next […]
Kansas Jayhawks to outgun Oklahoma State Cowboys on Wednesday
2026/02/18
The Jayhawks' eight-game winning streak came to a screeching halt with a 74-56 loss at Iowa State on Saturday. Kansas will look to rebound on the road against an Oklahoma State team that's dropped three in a row. Can Bill Self's club defeat the Cowboys in Stillwater on Wednesday night? Let's check the latest betting […]
Arch Manning's Texas Longhorns favored to win 2027 College Football Championship
2026/02/18
Indiana was a 100-1 preseason longshot to win the national title heading into last season. While it might be hard to find another underdog at those odds, the unpredictable nature of college football makes anything possible these days. Which program will capture the CFP championship in Las Vegas on Jan. 27, 2027? Let's look at […]
Jamal Murray to score upset in 2026 NBA 3-Point Contest
2026/02/13
Damian Lillard will make his season debut in Saturday night's 3-point shooting contest after missing the entire campaign with a torn Achilles tendon. While the 35-year-old Trail Blazers star won the event in both 2023 and 2024, he'll face stiff competition from this year's eight-player field of sharp-shooters. Who will win the 2026 NBA 3-Point […]
Who will lead Team Canada and Team USA in goals at Winter Olympics?
2026/02/12
The best hockey players in the world will go head-to-head at the Winter Olympics for the first time since 2014. With Canada and the United States expected to cruise through group play, both clubs should suit up for six games over the next 10 days, culminating in a gold medal showdown. Which players for Team Canada […]
McDavid to lead Canada to gold medal at 2026 Men's Winter Olympics
2026/02/12
National Hockey League players are back at the Winter Olympics for the first time in over a decade. Which nation will take home the gold medal when the men's best-on-best event concludes on Feb. 22? Let's take a look at the latest Olympic Men's Tournament futures to see who's favored. Odds are subject to change. […]
Tarik Skubal favored to lead MLB in strikeouts this season
2026/02/11
After landing a record $32 million salary in his arbitration hearing, Tarik Skubal is favored to lead major league baseball in strikeouts in his final season before becoming a free agent. Is the Tigers' two-time Cy Young Award winner a strong wager, or will another pitcher get the most punchouts in 2026? Let's check the […]
Luka Doncic set to win 2026 NBA All-Star Game MVP
2026/02/11
The 75th NBA All-Star Game in Los Angeles will feature new U.S. vs. World competition that splits players into three teams for a round-robin tournament. How will the new format impact who's named the NBA All-Star Game MVP? Let's look at the latest betting lines. Odds are subject to change. Boost Your NBA Picks Before […]
Which Seahawks and Patriots will score touchdowns in Super Bowl 60?
2026/02/04
Forget betting on who's going to win Super Bowl 60 in Santa Clara, CA this Sunday. Let's talk about which Seahawks and Patriots players will find paydirt on the game's biggest stage. Who's favored to get in the end zone and are there any sneaky longshots to score? Here are the latest Super Bowl 60 Touchdown […]
Best Super Bowl 60 Props for Gatorade Color, National Anthem & Halftime Show
2026/02/04
There are certainly no shortages of things to bet on at Super Bowl 60. Rather than focusing on the action on the field between the Seahawks and Patriots, today we'll look at some of the fun novelty props available at most sportsbooks. What color Gatorade will be dumped over the head of the winning coach? […]
Why Jaxon-Smith-Njigba is a superb Super Bowl 60 MVP bet
2026/02/03
Quarterbacks have been named 'Most Valuable Player' in three straight Super Bowls and seven of the past 10 years. Will that trend continue in Super Bowl 60? Let's look at the latest odds for Super Bowl 60 MVP. Odds are subject to change. Boost Your NFL Picks Before getting your wagers down on Seahawks vs […]
Patriots to stun Seahawks in Super Bowl 60 upset
2026/01/30
What: Super Bowl 60: Seattle Seahawks vs New England Patriots Where: Levi's Stadium, Santa Clara, California When: 6:30 PM EST, Sunday, February 8, 2026 Seattle and New England will clash in Super Bowl 60 in one of the most unlikely title games in NFL history. The Seahawks had 60-to-1 odds to win the championship and […]
Where will Giannis Antetokounmpo land before the trade deadline?
2026/01/30
Giannis Antetokounmpo could be moved by the Feb. 5 NBA trade deadline if a team makes an aggressive offer for the two-time NBA MVP. While the Greek Freak will miss the next several weeks with a right calf strain, he'd instantly make most clubs a championship contender upon his return. Which franchise will acquire the […]
Arizona Wildcats favored to win college basketball national championship
2026/01/30
With just over a month until March Madness, it's time to look at the contenders and pretenders heading into the 2026 NCAA Men’s College Basketball Tournament. Which blue blood programs and Cinderella's are bound for the Final Four in Indianapolis, and who will take home the national championship trophy? Let's check the latest NCAAB futures. Odds are […]
Is Jared Bednar a bad bet for the 2026 Jack Adams Award?
2026/01/28
With his Colorado Avalanche in first place in the NHL, Jared Bednar is the favorite to be named the league's coach of the year. However, the Jack Adams Award has only gone to the bench boss whose team finished atop the standings 10 times in 51 years. That suggests another coach might claim the honor […]
Why Wembanyama can't win 2026 NBA Defensive Player of the Year award
2026/01/22
Chet Holmgren is the Defensive Player of the Year frontrunner at the midway point of the NBA season, ahead of four-time winner Rudy Gobert and Spurs superstar Victor Wembanyama. Is the Oklahoma City Thunder center poised to win the award for the first time or will someone else steal it away? Let's look at the latest […]
Connor McDavid's Oilers an intriguing Stanley Cup longshot pick
2026/01/22
Colorado has a chance to break the single-season points record of 135 set by Boston in 2022-23, but that doesn't make the Avalanche a lock to win the Stanley Cup. Just ask that very Bruins team, which ended up losing their first-round series in seven games to the eventual champion Florida Panthers. More than any […]
Rams to sink Darnold's Seahawks en route to Super Bowl 60
2026/01/21
What: Los Angeles Rams at Seattle Seahawks Where: Lumen Field When: 6:30 PM EST, Sunday, January 25, 2025 After splitting their regular season matchups, the Rams and Seahawks will meet in a rubber match for the right to go to the Super Bowl 60. Los Angeles squeaked by the Bears in overtime in the divisional […]
Broncos and Patriots poised for AFC Championship Game slugfest
2026/01/21
What: New England Patriots at Denver Broncos Where: Empower Field at Mile High Stadium When: 3:00 PM EST, Sunday, January 25, 2025 Denver secured its 13th comeback victory of the season in a 33-30 overtime win over the Bills in the divisional round. However, Bo Nix broke his ankle in OT, meaning Jarret Stidham will […]
Is Bickerstaff really the best bet for 2026 NBA Coach of the Year award?
2026/01/21
J.B. Bickerstaff didn't win Coach of the Year in 2024-2025 despite tripling his club's win total from 14 to 44, but the Pistons bench boss is the leader in the clubhouse at the midway point of this season. With Detroit running away with the Eastern Conference, is Bickerstaff a lock to capture the award? Let's look […]
Oklahoma City Thunder heavy favorites to win back-to-back NBA titles
2026/01/16
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Thunder remain heavy favorites to win back-to-back NBA Championships at almost even odds (+115). Riding a four-game winning streak, Oklahoma City's 34-7 record is easily the best in the league this season. Can anyone stop the defending champs? Let's look at the latest NBA Championship futures. Odds are subject to change. […]
Sorokin and Thompson in two-horse race for 2026 Vezina Trophy
2026/01/15
Ilya Sorokin has emerged as the favorite for the Vezina Trophy. Just over midway through the season, the 30-year-old netminder has 2.57 goals-against average and a .911 save percentage. But while his Islanders are in playoff positioning, does he have the annual award for the NHL's best goaltender locked up? Let's look at the latest […]
Mendoza and Indiana in tough against Miami in CFP National Championship Game
2026/01/15
What: #1 Indiana Hoosiers vs #10 Miami Hurricanes Where: Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, FL When: Monday, January 19th at 7:30pm EST Undefeated at 15-0 and seeking its first-ever national championship, the top-ranked Indiana Hoosiers will take on No. 10 Miami in their home stadium on Monday. Will Heisman winner Fernando Mendoza continue his domination […]
Stafford's Rams to bury the Bears in NFC Divisional Round matchup
2026/01/14
What: Los Angeles Rams at Chicago Bears Where: Soldier Field When: 6:30 PM EST, Sunday, January 18, 2025 After leading their clubs to comeback victories on wildcard weekend, Matthew Stafford and Caleb Williams will clash in a Divisional Round matchup on Sunday. Who will advance to the NFC Championship Game? Let's look at the latest […]
Josh Allen to lead Bills to AFC divisional round win in Denver
2026/01/14
What: Buffalo Bills at Denver Broncos Where: Mile High Stadium When: 4:30 PM EST, Saturday, January 17, 2025 After ending the second-longest road playoff losing streak in NFL history at eight games, Josh Allen and the Bills will have to win another away contest on Saturday to reach its second-straight AFC Championship Game. Coming off […]
Canucks favored to finish regular season with NHL's worst record
2026/01/09
Parity has defined the 2025/26 NHL season with only a handful of points separating playoff clubs from lottery teams. However, at the midway point of the year, a few franchises look hopelessly lost. Who will finish the regular season with the worst record? Let's take a look at the latest hockey futures and make our […]
Mendoza to lead Indiana past Oregon in CFP Semifinal
2026/01/08
What: #5 Oregon Ducks at #1 Indiana Hoosiers Where: Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA When: Friday, January 9th at 7:30pm EST The No. 5 Oregon Ducks and No. 1 Indiana Hoosiers will meet in the CFP Semifinals on Friday night in a matchup between the expected Top 2 picks in the NFL Draft - Fernando […]
Judge and Ohtani favored to hit the most home runs in 2026
2026/01/08
Cal Raleigh's 60 home runs led major league baseball last year, but Aaron Judge is the favorite to smash the most dingers in 2026 after going deep a combined 111 times over the past two campaigns. Let's check the latest futures and uncover some long shots to lead the league in long balls next season. […]
Jordan Love set to lead Packers over rival Bears on Wild Card Weekend
2026/01/08
What: Green Bay Packers at Chicago Bears Where: Soldier Field When: 8:00 PM EST, Saturday, January 10, 2025 Jordan Love and the Packers will travel to the Windy City to face Caleb Williams on wild-card weekend to resume the NFL's oldest rivalry. Green Bay downed their division foes 28-21 on Dec. 7 before losing to […]
Cameron Boozer emerges as heavy favorite for 2026 John Wooden Award
2026/01/08
Cameron Boozer dropped 27 points, 8 rebounds, 4 assists and 2 steals in a comeback win over Louisville on Tuesday night. Leading the nation with eight 25-plus point efforts this season, the Duke freshman has become a heavy favorite to capture the John R. Wooden Award. Who else is in the mix for the award […]
Patriots to punish Ravens on Sunday Night Football in Week 16
2025/12/18
What: New England Patriots at Baltimore Ravens Where: M&T Bank Stadium When: 8:20 PM EST, Sunday, December 21st, 2025 Drake Maye and the Patriots blew a 17-point halftime lead to the division-rival Bills in Week 15, ending their win streak at 10. Still one game ahead of Buffalo in the AFC East, New England will […]
Team Langer to three-peat at 2025 PNC Championship
2025/12/17
What: 2025 PNC Championship Where:The Ritz-Carlton Golf Club in Orlando, FL When: Thursday, Dec. 18th to Sunday, Dec. 21st, 2025 Major champions and their loved ones will tee off at the 28th annual PNC Championship in Orlando this weekend. The former father/son challenge will include mothers and daughters for the first time, with a million-dollar […]
Ole Miss Rebels to take down Tulane Green Wave in CFP mismatch
2025/12/17
What: #11 Tulane Green Wave at #6 Ole Miss Rebels Where: Vaught-Hemingway Stadium in University, MI When: Saturday, December 20th at 3:30pm EST Ole Miss (11-1) will host Tulane (11-2) in the first round of the College Football Playoff. The Rebels destroyed the Green Wave 45-10 back on September 20th but have undergone some turmoil […]
Broncos to bury Jaguars in Week 16 battle of NFL's hottest teams
2025/12/17
What: Jacksonville Jaguars at Denver Broncos Where: Empower Field at Mile High When: 4:05 PM EST, Sunday, December 21st, 2025 Denver hosts Jacksonville on Sunday in a matchup of the NFL's two hottest teams. With 11-consecutive wins, Sean Payton's Broncos are currently holding down the No. 1 seed in the AFC and a first-round bye. […]
Miami Hurricanes to storm past Texas A&M Aggies in College Football Playoff
2025/12/10
What: #10 Miami Hurricanes at #7 Texas A&M Aggies Where: Kyle Field in College Station, TX When: Saturday, December 20th at 12pm EST The College Football Playoff's inaugural 12-team field is set with No. 10 Miami traveling to No. 7 Texas A&M in one of the best first-round matchups on the slate. Will the Aggies bounce […]
Alabama to outlast Oklahoma in College Football Playoff rematch
2025/12/10
What: #9 Alabama Crimson Tide at #8 Oklahoma Sooners Where: Memorial Stadium in Norman, OK When: Friday, December 19th at 8pm EST Alabama made the College Football Playoff despite a 28-7 shellacking at the hands of Georgia in the SEC Championship Game. The No. 9 Crimson Tide will travel to Norman for a rematch with […]
Stafford's Rams to lick Goff's Lions in battle of NFC superpowers
2025/12/09
What: Detroit Lions at Los Angeles Rams Where: SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, CA When: 4:25 PM EST, Sunday, December 14th, 2025 Matthew Stafford will host Jared Goff in a double revenge game on Sunday afternoon with both quarterbacks looking to topple their former teams. Coming off a season-saving win over the Cowboys last Thursday night, […]
Buffalo to stay alive in AFC East with victory over New England
2025/12/09
What: Buffalo Bills at New England Patriots Where: Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, MA When: 1 PM EST, Sunday, December 14th, 2025 Drake Maye and the Patriots will host Josh Allen and the Bills on Sunday. Coming off a bye with a 11-2 record, New England can clinch their first division title since 2019 and end […]
Packers to resume NFC North dominance over Bears on Sunday
2025/12/04
What: Chicago Bears at Green Bay Packers Where: Lambeau Field When: 4:25 PM EST, Sunday, December 7th, 2025 Green Bay will host Chicago this Sunday in the first of two battles in three weeks between the fierce division rivals. Riding a five-game winning streak and coming off an impressive Black Friday victory over Philadelphia, the […]
Ohio State to obliterate Indiana in Big Ten Championship game this Saturday
2025/12/04
What: #2 Indiana Hoosiers at #1 Ohio State Buckeyes Where: Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, IN When: Saturday, December 6th at 8pm EST Saturday's Big Ten Championship Game marks the first time in college football history that two undefeated teams will meet for a conference title. The top seed in the College Football Playoffs will […]
Dominican Republic is a talent-loaded longshot to win 2026 World Baseball Classic
2025/12/04
Baseball season will kick off with a bang next March with the sixth iteration of the World Baseball Classic. Twenty countries will go head-to-head in pool-play rounds in multiple locations across the globe before wrapping up with the semi-finals and finals in Miami. Will Japan successfully defend their title? Can Team USA or the Dominican […]
Burrow's Bengals to fall just short in Week 14 loss to the Bills
2025/12/04
What: Cincinnati Bengals at Buffalo Bills Where: Highmark Stadium in Orchard Park, NY When: 1 PM EST, Sunday, December 7th, 2025 Joe Burrow returned on Thanksgiving night to lead his Bengals to a 32-14 victory over the Ravens. Still somehow in the hunt for the AFC North crown despite a 4-8 record, Cincinnati will travel […]
Messi and Inter Miami to reach first MLS Cup Final with win over New York City FC
2025/11/25
What: New York City FC at Inter Miami Where: Chase Stadium in Fort Lauderdale, Florida When: Saturday, November 29th at 6:00 pm EST Lionel Messi scored a goal and three assists in a 4-0 win over FC Cincinnati on Sunday to lead Inter Miami CF to its first-ever Eastern Conference final. Already with a MLS […]
Cowboys to outduel Chiefs in Thanksgiving Day classic
2025/11/25
What: Kansas City Chiefs at Dallas Cowboys Where: AT&T Stadium in Arlington, TX When: 4:30 PM EST, Thursday, November 27th, 2025 The Cowboys will host the Chiefs on Thanksgiving Day after both teams orchestrated season-saving comeback wins on Sunday. Dallas climbed out of an early 21-0 hole to defeat the division-rival Eagles while Kansas City […]
Messi to lead Inter Miami to victory over Cincinnati in Conference Semifinals
2025/11/19
What: Inter Miami at FC Cincinnati- Game 1 Where: TQL Stadium When: Sunday, November 23rd at 5:00 pm EST FC Cincinnati will host Inter Miami in the Eastern Conference Semifinals battle featuring two of Major League Soccer's biggest stars. Lionel Messi led his club to a 2-1 series victory over Nashville SC while Evander helped […]
Will Oregon Ducks take flight against USC Trojans this Saturday?
2025/11/18
What: #17 USC at #8 Oregon Ducks Where: Autzen Stadium in Eugene, OR When: Saturday, November 22nd at 3:30 pm EST With just two games left in the college football regular season, the winner of Saturday's matchup will assure themselves a spot in the College Football Playoff. No. 17 USC is coming off a 26-21 […]
