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EuroBasket 2017 – Outright odds update
With EuroBasket 2017 just a couple of days away, we break down the latest odds on who is set to win it all The rosters are filing in thick and fast. Spain announced, Serbia announced (no Nedovic or Kalinic), Czech Republic has announced, Great Britain announced but then had to make a change due to […]
Fenerbahce lead early Euroleague odds despite NBA exits
The losses of Ekpe Udoh and Bogdan Bogdanovic to the NBA don’t appear to have hampered Fenerbahce Istanbul, at least not in the eyes of the bookmakers. The early word on online sports betting is that Fenerbahce still looks the strongest outfit to win it all in Belgrade next May with the reigning champions nearly […]
Post NBA Draft Predictions
There were no significant surprises in the 2017 NBA Draft last Thursday and things went almost exactly according to plan. A big trade did take place, with the Chicago Bulls sending Jimmy Butler to the Minnesota Timberwolves, but the draft played out much like it was supposed to. It was a relatively drama-free evening considering […]
European Basketball Betting Tips
All year round, Europe watches as the best talent in the continent battle it out for both individual and team honours. From the EuroLeague to the Lega, A players fight for different coveted trophies and prizes. As players strive to make a difference on the pitch, so too do punters in maximising profits. With a […]
The Game of the Game: 3 Basketball-Themed Games you can Play on the Go
Today, sports are among the most popular form of entertainment. For those not practicing them, of course – for the athletes, they are a mix of hard work, training, sweat and expertise. Sports are followed by billions worldwide, live and through modern media channels like television and the internet – it’s needless to say they […]
Can College basketball increase attention?
March Madness is great. No really, it is. For all the usual complaints about NCAA hoops, of which many are often justified, we can all park our fears once the NCAA Tournament comes around. Cinderella will go to the dance, she’ll do something crazy, somebody will shake their money maker on a big three, and […]
Euro-heavy Zags top March Madness streak watch
With the Sweet 16 tipping off, there’s a bunch of teams looking to end long droughts in the NCAA tournament. We look at the odds on some of the biggest streaks in March Madness finally coming to an end It’s the one folks are just afraid to bet on. Gonzaga, with a long history of […]
2017 NCAA Tournament Favorites, Sleepers, and Overvalued Teams
College basketball handicapping professional Ross Benjamin discusses his favorites, sleepers, and overvalued teams for the upcoming 2017 NCAA Tournament. Note: All numbers displayed in parenthesis are reflective of March Madness odds at 5Dimes. My Favorites Villanova Wildcats (8:1): There’s only been two repeat NCAA Tournament champions since 1992, and the last to do so was […]
Finding Cinderella requires faith and smarts
With March Madness coming up, one of the most exciting weekends for NCAA basketball betting is just around the corner but how do you make the most of the crazy opening days? Let’s go back a few years. Stephen F. Austin were playing VCU and in trouble. Down 4 with seconds to play, they were […]
The Leading Candidates for NBA MVP this season
We’re now approaching the business end of the NBA season and the race for the playoffs is starting to take shape. Defending champions and tipsters favourites Cleveland Cavaliers are once again in the hunt for glory but the Golden State Warriors will take some beating with the likes of Kevin Durant and former MVP Stephen […]
Rolling the dice on NBA and NCAA odds
With March Madness around the corner, BiE takes a spin on the roulette wheel to see who offers the best odds for big success in the NCAA championship along with a look at the current odds in the NBA. There’s never a true unbackable option in January for March Madness but this year the top […]
Who will make it to the playoffs this NBA season?
This season in the NBA can be seen as a bit of contrast compared to last years. Golden State has shown they aren’t invincible as they were last season, clocking three loses already. Despite the negative three though, the Warriors have still shown that lethal form once again with Steph Curry presenting why he’s one […]