Tony Reyes

Tony Reyes

With years of experience as an analyst, Tony brings an expert voice to picks and predictions. His passion for sports betting is evident in his coverage, which not only informs and entertains but also shares his love for the game. When he's not watching or covering the games, you can find Tony shooting hoops or cycling the local trails. As the co-host of Sports Budz, Tony fosters engaging discussions and debates around the top games, matches, and storylines. He combines his in-depth sports knowledge with a sharp eye for stats, matchups, and betting value, making the audience feel involved and part of the conversation.

Education

Tony graduated from NM State University with a BA in Mass Communications and Journalism, Cum Laude. He helped set up Study Abroad Fairs, was an active member of the College Democrats, and volunteered at the student-run radio station (KRUX) to set up its annual fundraising event, KRUXFest. He also worked as a volunteer cameraman for the student-run news station (KRWG22) twice a week. He also worked as sports editor at the student newspaper. He was also active in student-run intramurals, participating in basketball and flag football teams.

Professional Achievements

New Mexico Press Association Scholarship Runner-Up, Page Design, Associated College Press/ College Media Advisers Runner-Up, Top College Newspaper Columnist, Associated College Press/ College Media Advisers VMC Employee of the Month

Latest from Tony Reyes

A grayscale image of a basketball game shows a Thunder player in a dark jersey dribbling the ball while being closely guarded by a Mavs player in a light jersey. The players are focused on each other, with a crowd visible in the background.

Thunder Roll Over Mavericks, Home Court and Rest Lead OKC to Victory

2024/03/14

When: Thursday, March 14th at 7:00 PM ET Who: Dallas Mavericks at OKC Thunder Where: Paycom Center in Oklahoma City, OK The Oklahoma City Thunder are fully rested and leveraging their home-court advantage, they're set to outperform the Dallas Mavericks in this high-stakes showdown. As the NBA season heats into its final stretch, every game […]
Three basketball players are in action. The player in the middle, wearing a Suns jersey, has the ball and appears to be looking to pass or shoot, while two Celtics defenders attempt to block him. The background is dark, highlighting this intense moment of the game.

Suns burn Celtics in Boston, snapping their home win streak

2024/03/14

When: Thursday, March 14th at 7:00 PM ET Who: Phoenix Suns at Boston Celtics Where: TD Garden in Boston, MA The Phoenix Suns are about to turn the heat up in TD Garden. They promise a high-scoring thriller against the Celtics, with an eye-catching upset on the horizon. When the Phoenix Suns roll into Boston this […]
A basketball player in a Timberwolves jersey with the number 32 dribbles the ball while being closely guarded by a player in a Pacers jersey. The background shows a blurred crowd of spectators.

Pacers handle Timberwolves without KAT

2024/03/07

When: Thursday, March 7th at 7:00 PM ET Who: Minnesota Timberwolves at Indiana Pacers Where: Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, IN The NBA’s highest-scoring offense and top-rated defense are set to clash as the Indiana Pacers host the Western Conference's first-place Minnesota Timberwolves at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on Thursday. Both teams bring impressive stats to the court, promising […]
Two basketball players stand close together on the court during a game. One wears a Nuggets jersey with the number 15, and the other sports a Celtics jersey with the number 0. They appear to be engaged in conversation, with the basketball hoop visible in the background.

Nuggets edge Celtics in possible Finals Preview

2024/03/07

When: Thursday, March 7th at 10:00 PM ET Who: Boston Celtics at Denver Nuggets Where: Ball Arena in Denver, CO In the high-stakes face-off between the Boston Celtics and Denver Nuggets, my money's on the Nuggets clinching the win at home after a tough loss. As we gear up for a clash of titans between the […]
OSB Lakers to Hold off Clippers in Battle of Los Angeles

Clippers cruise past crosstown rivals Lakers

2024/02/28

When: Wednesday, February 28th at 10:30 PM ET Who: Los Angeles Lakers at Los Angeles Clippers Where: Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, CA The Los Angeles Clippers are set to outshine the Lakers in the upcoming NBA face-off, boasting stronger momentum and a solid track record. In the city where stars are born, and rivalries are […]
A basketball player from the Indiana Pacers, dribbling with his left hand, is closely guarded by a New Orleans Pelicans player. The scene is captured during a game with a crowd in the background.

Favored Pacers primed to dominate Pelicans

2024/02/28

When: Wednesday, February 28th at 7:30 PM ET Who: New Orleans Pelicans at Indiana Pacers Where: Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, IN The Indiana Pacers are set to outscore the New Orleans Pelicans in a showdown that's more than just a game—it's a statement. As the NBA season barrels towards its climax, the Indiana Pacers and […]
A black-and-white image captures a tense moment during a basketball game between the OKC Thunder and the Los Angeles Clippers. A player from the Thunder drives towards the basket, closely guarded by a Clippers player, with a crowd watching intently.

Underdog Clippers pull off upset against Thunder

2024/02/22

When: Thursday, February 22th at 7:30 PM ET Who: LA Clippers at OKC Thunder Where: Paycom Center in Oklahoma City, OK The Los Angeles Clippers are primed to upset the Oklahoma City Thunder in what's shaping up to be an electric, scoreboard-busting showdown. In the high-stakes poker game that is NBA betting, it's not just about […]
A black-and-white image shows two basketball players in conversation on a court. One player wears a "Phoenix Suns" jersey with the number 1, while the other wears a "Dallas Mavericks" jersey with the number 77. The player on the right has his arm around the other player's shoulder.

Luka and Mavs lockdown visiting Suns

2024/02/22

When: Thursday, February 22th at 7:30 PM ET Who: Phoenix Suns at Dallas Mavericks Where: American Airlines Center in Dallas, TX The Dallas Mavericks, fresh off a trade boost and streaking with wins, are set to outshine the Phoenix Suns in a home-court showdown. The hardwood is set, and the stakes are high as the Dallas […]
Monochromatic banner for the 2024 NBA All-Star Game Picks in Indianapolis featuring four prominent basketball players. Three players are holding basketballs, and one is in a defensive stance. The text "All Star 2024 INDY" and the NBA logo are central elements of the design.

West All-Stars to lockdown the East All-Stars in Indy

2024/02/16

When: Sunday, February 18th at 7:30 PM ET Who: Western All-Stars vs. Eastern All-Stars Where: Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, IN As the NBA season hits its halfway mark, NBA All-Star Weekend is back in action. Following last year's event in Salt Lake City, the spotlight shifts to Indianapolis, marking the city's first time hosting All-Star festivities […]
A basketball player from the Golden State Warriors attempts a jump shot while a player from the Clippers, wearing a jersey with the name "ZUBAC" and number 40, tries to block him. Another Clippers player watches from the side. The image captures this intense moment in black and white.

Favored Warriors Set to Clip L.A.'s Wings

2024/02/14

When: Wednesday, February 14th at 10:00 PM ET Who: Los Angeles Clippers at Golden State Warriors Where: Chase Center in San Francisco, CA Banking on the Golden State Warriors to snag the W against the Clippers is a smart play as they ride a sizzling streak into the All-Star break, fully armed and operational. Let's cut […]
A black-and-white image of a basketball game in progress. A player wearing a Lakers jersey with the number 6 is dribbling the ball while being closely guarded by an opposing player from the Nuggets. The scoreboard reads "10" and the audience is visible in the background.

Lakers exact playoff revenge by upsetting visiting Nuggets

2024/02/08

When: Thursday, February 8th at 7:30 PM ET Who: Denver Nuggets at Los Angeles Lakers Where: Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, CA The Lakers are set to turn the tables on the Nuggets at home, offering a win for the purple and gold faithful and a juicy payoff for the betting brigade. When the Denver Nuggets […]
A basketball player from the Philadelphia 76ers, wearing jersey number 0, dribbles the ball while being guarded by an opposing player from the Golden State Warriors in front of a crowd of spectators. The clash between Warriors and Sixers picks up intensity as fans eagerly watch the showdown unfold.

Road Warriors rounding into form against wounded Sixers

2024/02/07

When: Wednesday, February 7th at 7:30 PM ET Who: Golden State Warriors at Philadelphia 76ers Where: Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, PA The vibe in Philly is tense as the 76ers brace themselves for an uphill battle against the Golden State Warriors, a team finding its rhythm just at the right moment. Without Joel Embiid, the […]
OSB Side With The Dodgers Over The Diamondbacks Friday

Dodgers overwhelming favorites in 2024, with Braves a close second

2024/01/31

As the 2024 season kicks off, the Dodgers are positioned as the frontrunners to clinch the World Series title, as indicated by the top online sportsbooks across the nation. Before you make any bets, you'll need to check out our World Series betting page, which includes our evaluation of the favorites, contenders, and longshots to […]
A basketball player from the Nuggets, wearing jersey number 15, is holding the ball and being guarded by a Knicks player during a game. Spectators in the background are closely watching the action.

Nuggets outshoot Knicks in offensive bonanza at Madison Square Garden

2024/01/25

When: Thursday, January 25th at 7:30 PM ET Who: Denver Nuggets at New York Knicks Where: Madison Square Garden in Manhattan, NY Bet the house on a scoring bonanza as the Nuggets roll into the Garden to face a Knicks defense that's about to get a serious reality check. Hold onto your hats, hoop heads, because […]
Two basketball players are intensely competing for a loose ball during a game. One player, reminiscent of Terry Rozier's hustle with the Boston Celtics, is from the team wearing dark jerseys, while the other is from the team in light jerseys. The scene captures the determination and effort on both players' faces.

Heat sizzle at home to pull off upset over Celtics

2024/01/25

When: Thursday, January 25th at 7:30 PM ET Who: Boston Celtics at Miami Heat Where: Kaseya Center in Miami, FL Buckle up for an epic showdown as the Miami Heat are primed to turn up the temperature and secure a scorching victory against the Boston Celtics. Every game in the high-stakes world of the NBA is […]
Two basketball players are seen in motion during a game. The player on the left, in a dark jersey with number 18, appears to be playing for the Toronto Raptors. The player on the right, wearing a white jersey with number 11 and "Chicago Bulls" on it, is dribbling the ball.

Raptors set to claw out a home win against visiting Bulls

2024/01/18

When: Thursday, January 18th at 7:30 PM ET Who: Chicago Bulls at Toronto Raptors Where: Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, ON With a solid track record at home against Chicago, the Toronto Raptors are my pick to dominate and cover the spread in their den. Regarding crunch time on their home turf, the Toronto Raptors have historically […]
A black-and-white photo showing two basketball players in action. The player on the left is wearing an Atlanta Hawks jersey, and the player on the right is in an Orlando Magic jersey. Both players are intensely focused on the game, showcasing why they're top picks for any Hawks Magic match-up.

Magic lockdown Hawks on road to pull off upset

2024/01/17

When: Wednesday, January 17th at 7:40 PM ET Who: Orlando Magic at Atlanta Hawks Where: State Farm Arena in Atlanta, GA The upcoming court clash between the Atlanta Hawks and Orlando Magic has the vibes of a Magic triumph, with smart money leaning toward Orlando's underdog charm. Before you make any wagers on NBA action, check […]
A basketball player in a "PHILA" jersey, representing the Philadelphia 76ers, dribbles the ball, guarded closely by an opponent in a "Charlotte" jersey. Both players are focused on the game action. The background shows a blurred crowd in the arena.

Kings upset Sixers in Philly for first time in 5 years

2024/01/12

When: Friday, January 12th at 7:30 PM ET Who: Sacramento Kings at Philadelphia 76ers Where: Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, PA With the Sixers missing MVP Joel Embiid and the Kings bringing a hot streak, my money's riding on Sacramento's squad to snatch the W tonight. If you've been tracking the NBA this season, you'll […]
A Chicago Bulls player, wearing jersey number 8, dribbles the ball while being closely guarded by a Golden State Warriors player, sporting jersey number 30, during a game of intense Warriors Bulls picks.

Bulls have edge in the upcoming NBA clash with Warriors

2024/01/12

When: Friday, January 12th at 8:10 PM ET Who: Golden State Warriors at Chicago Bulls Where: United Center in Chicago, IL With the Chicago Bulls on a winning roll and the Golden State Warriors struggling defensively, it's game on for the Bulls to take the win in their next face-off. Hoops fans, get ready to […]
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Michigan vs. Washington CFP National Championship Prop Picks

2024/01/08

Bowl: CFP National Championship Who: Washington Huskies vs Michigan Wolverines When: Monday, January 8th, 7:30 ET Where: NRG Stadium, Houston, TX In the upcoming College Football Playoff National Championship game on Monday, January 8, at NRG Stadium in Houston, the No. 1-ranked Michigan Wolverines (14-0) are set to clash with the No. 2-ranked Washington Huskies […]

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