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Griffin Warner and Big East Ben talk CBB betting for Tuesday. The guys also give out best bets. Need for Seeds College Basketball Podcast (Feb 11, 2025) – SummaryHosts: Griffin Warner & Big East BenBetting Record: 22-11 (67%)Best Bets: Ben: Creighton -2.5 Warner: UCLA vs. Illinois Under 150 Game 1: Tennessee vs. Kentucky Kentucky +2.5 at home after winning at Tennessee. Lamont Butler (Tennessee) returned, 25 min, 8 pts. Kerr Kriisa (Kentucky) game-time decision (out since Dec 7). Ben bets Over 149.5, citing Kentucky’s 41% 3PT shooting (best in SEC). Warner takes Kentucky +2.5, expecting home momentum. Game 2: Purdue vs. Michigan Purdue (1st in Big Ten, 7th KenPom), forces most turnovers in Big Ten (22%). Michigan elite inside (5th in 2PT%) but had 22 turnovers vs. Purdue. Ben bets Michigan -2, believing their bigs will dominate Purdue’s weak defense. Warner skeptical of Purdue’s defense, noting Big Ten’s 24-year title drought. Game 3: Alabama vs. Texas Alabama -3 at Texas, total 165.5. Alabama handled Arkansas; Texas inconsistent at home. Ben bets Over 165.5, citing both teams' high 3PT attempt rates. Warner bets Under 165.5, doubting Texas’s scoring ability. Game 4: UCLA vs. Illinois Illinois inconsistent, 28% 3PT in Big Ten (18th out of 14 teams). UCLA strong defensively, prefers slow pace. Ben & Warner both bet Under 150, predicting a low-scoring, defensive battle. Game 5: UConn vs. Creighton Creighton -3 at home, UConn struggles there. UConn had 25 turnovers vs. Marquette, turnover issues persist. Ben bets Creighton -2.5, citing Creighton’s strong home form. Warner agrees, seeing UConn as overvalued due to past success. Closing Thoughts Promo Code: DUNK10 for $10 off betting packages. Funny casino story: A player doubled on Ace-King against a 6 and won. Next Episode: March Madness preview & more betting picks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Munaf Manji and Mackenzie Rivers talk NBA betting for Tuesday February 3rd. The guys also give out best bets. Key Trades and Reactions1. Lakers-Mavericks Blockbuster Trade(5:10 - 13:22) Trade Details: Lakers send Anthony Davis, Max Christie, and a 2029 first-round pick to the Mavericks. Lakers receive Luka Dončić, Maxi Kleber, and Markieff Morris. Immediate Reactions: Rivers was shocked, comparing it to waking up in a new reality. Luka's potential as a top-30 player all-time makes the trade stunning. Why would Dallas trade Luka? Concerns over his health and conditioning. His commitment to the game was questioned by the Mavericks’ front office. Lakers’ Perspective: Luka learns from LeBron’s longevity and conditioning regimen. Lakers’ future is now built around Luka as the post-LeBron centerpiece. Mavericks’ Outlook: Can Anthony Davis stay healthy? The odds shifted after the trade: Lakers went from 40-1 to 20-1 to win the championship. Mavericks dropped from 20-1 to 40-1. 2. Jimmy Butler to the Warriors(16:18 - 20:52) Trade Details: Golden State acquires Jimmy Butler from Miami in exchange for Andrew Wiggins. Warriors also add a shooter from another team. Analysis: Jimmy Butler extends with Golden State for two years, $121M. The window for the Warriors is closing, but this move might extend it. Rivers isn't fully convinced: Warriors needed a Kevin Durant-level addition, not just Butler. Draymond Green is holding the team back. This trade makes them a playoff team but not a title contender. 3. Cavaliers Acquire De’Andre Hunter(22:24 - 23:42) Trade Details: Cleveland Cavaliers acquire De’Andre Hunter from the Hawks. Why This Matters: Hunter fits perfectly as a 3-and-D player. Cavs now have a strong starting five: Darius Garland, Donovan Mitchell, Hunter, Evan Mobley, and Jarrett Allen. Comparison made to the Denver Nuggets’ balanced championship lineup. 4. Bucks Swap Middleton for Kuzma(23:42 - 24:21) Trade Details: Bucks trade Khris Middleton for Kyle Kuzma. Analysis: Rivers isn’t a fan of Kuzma. Bucks might have just made the move to cut salary and stay under the luxury tax. With Giannis now injured, the Bucks’ short-term outlook is uncertain. Tuesday's Betting Insights & Game Analysis1. Raptors vs. 76ers (-7)(25:41 - 31:18) Key Points: Joel Embiid is questionable but likely to play. Sixers’ defense has been atrocious (30th in the NBA last month). Betting Pick: Rivers likes the Sixers (-7), believing they’ll turn things around. 2. Knicks vs. Pacers (-1)(32:14 - 33:59) Key Points: Knicks want revenge for last year's playoff loss to Indiana. Betting Pick: Slight lean toward the Knicks due to their bounce-back potential. 3. Pistons (-3.5) vs. Bulls(35:18 - 39:24) Key Points: Bulls are surprisingly better without Zach LaVine. Pistons are one of the most improved teams with Cade Cunningham leading. Betting Pick: Manji likes the Pistons (-3.5). 4. Grizzlies vs. Suns (-2)(40:50 - 43:50) Key Points: Memphis leads the NBA in pace. Phoenix’s defense is struggling. Betting Pick: Manji likes the over (238.5). Best Bets Mackenzie Rivers’ Best Bet: 76ers (-7) vs. Raptors. Believes Sixers are undervalued and will improve. Munaf Manji’s Best Bet: Grizzlies-Suns OVER (238.5). Memphis pushes tempo, and Phoenix can score. Final Thoughts The NBA trade deadline significantly changed team dynamics. Lakers now have their next franchise player in Luka. Warriors’ title hopes remain slim despite acquiring Jimmy Butler. Bucks’ future depends on Giannis’ health. 76ers are undervalued, and overs are trending in February. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

RJ Bell, Steve Fezzik, Mackenzie Rivers and Scott Seidenberg drop a special episode for Super Bowl LIX. Don't miss out on all the picks and the same game parlay. Key Takeaways & Insights1. Super Bowl Betting Trends Scott Seidenberg (3:31 - 4:05) introduces a 10-0 betting trend where teams that received a first-round bye (like the Chiefs) are 0-10 against the spread (ATS) in the Super Bowl. Steve Fezzik (5:17 - 5:36) cautions about the validity of the trend, pointing out that lower-seeded teams (3rd-6th seeds) making the Super Bowl often indicate undervaluation. RJ Bell (8:56 - 9:04) states that in the current NFL playoff structure, upsets are more frequent, making pre-playoff seedings a weak indicator of true team strength. 2. Chiefs’ Strengths & Weaknesses Mackenzie Rivers (12:46 - 12:58) mentions that Patrick Mahomes ranked 8th in QBR this season, which is a drop from his prime years. RJ Bell (13:37 - 14:28) highlights Mahomes’ declining deep-ball passing (Average Depth of Target down from 9.7 yards to bottom five in the league). Steve Fezzik (16:13 - 16:29) debates how small moments in past Super Bowls (like Jimmy Garoppolo missing a throw) shaped Mahomes' legacy, arguing that one play could have changed the narrative. 3. Eagles’ Strengths & Concerns RJ Bell (15:31 - 16:13) argues that if the season were replayed, the Eagles would likely finish with a better record than the Chiefs. Scott Seidenberg (30:38 - 30:53) points out that the Eagles have dominated turnover battles in the playoffs (10 takeaways, 0 giveaways), while the Chiefs are -1. 4. Super Bowl Betting Market Moves Scott Seidenberg (16:43 - 17:52) reports a massive bet placed on the Eagles, potentially by legendary bettor Billy Walters. Steve Fezzik (17:19 - 17:39) states that Circa Sports increased their betting limits to $300,000 on Super Bowl wagers. Best Bets & Betting Strategies5. Same Game Parlay Concepts RJ Bell (21:13 - 22:08) proposes a high-value parlay based on historical game flow tendencies: Chiefs win Mahomes over completions Saquon Barkley over rushing attempts Game total under Payout: +2100 (21-to-1 odds) Steve Fezzik (21:52 - 22:08) notes that if the game total is low, the chance of a huge lead is lower, making the under correlated to a closer game. 6. Alternative Parlay Adjustments RJ Bell (26:05 - 26:09) tweaks the parlay: Mahomes' completions lowered Barkley’s rush attempts reduced Final payout: +700 Scott Seidenberg (43:45 - 44:03) creates another parlay based on a Chiefs blowout: Chiefs -9.5 Barkley 30+ rushing attempts Mahomes 40+ pass attempts Payout: +4600 (46-to-1) Prop Bets & Key Markets7. Player Prop Bets Jalen Hurts MVP (+350) – If the Eagles win in a close game, Hurts is the most likely MVP. Devonta Smith to lead in receiving yards (+600) – If A.J. Brown is contained, Smith becomes the primary target. JuJu Smith-Schuster receptions over 1.5 (-140) – Sharp money moving this line up suggests heavily bet over. Travis Kelce under receptions & yards – Market overvaluing Kelce’s role, potential sharp fade. 8. Game Script & Live Betting Strategies Fezzik (56:07 - 56:34) suggests betting Eagles live if they fall behind double digits, as they are built to rally. Mackenzie Rivers (1:04:34 - 1:04:41) suggests betting under 6.5 punts, citing historical offensive efficiency. Super Bowl Fun & Gimmick Bets Gatorade Color Shift (58:18 - 58:52): The betting market moved yellow/green Gatorade from +300 to -295, indicating inside information. Three Players to Attempt a Pass (+180): Kansas City & Philly have trick plays and gadget packages that could result in a non-QB passing attempt. Final Betting Recommendations Same Game Parlay (21-to-1 odds): Chiefs win, Mahomes over completions, Barkley over rushes, game total under. Devonta Smith over receiving yards (+600 to lead all receivers). Live bet Eagles if they fall behind 10+ points. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Griffin Warner and Big East Ben talk college basketball Saturday betting. The guys are heating up and give out best bets. CBB Saturday Preview & Best Bets – Detailed SummaryThis podcast episode, hosted by Griffin Warner and Big East Ben, provides an in-depth analysis of the biggest college basketball games for the upcoming Saturday, along with betting insights and best bets. The discussion includes team performances, individual player statistics, betting trends, and strategic insights. Below is a structured summary following the given guidelines.1. Betting Performance & Records Big East Ben's Record: 10-6 (63%) Griffin Warner's Record: 10-5-1 Overall Podcast Record: 20-11 (65%) The hosts discuss their past bets, including near misses and successful predictions, highlighting betting trends and improvements. 2. Marquette vs. Creighton📍 Timestamp: 2:35 - 15:01 Spread: Creighton (-1.5) Total: 145.5 Analysis: Creighton has covered nine straight games, indicating strong momentum. Marquette struggled early but faced a tough schedule, including games vs. UConn, St. John's, and Creighton. Biggest concern for Marquette: Lack of interior dominance, highlighted by St. John’s +15 offensive rebounding advantage. Players to Watch: Nick Martinelli (Northwestern): Known for clutch mid-range shots. Steven Ashworth (Creighton): Experienced guard with high basketball IQ. Betting Picks: Big East Ben: Under 145.5 Griffin Warner: Creighton -1.5 3. Michigan State vs. Oregon📍 Timestamp: 15:01 - 19:26 Spread: Michigan State (-7.5) Total: 148 Analysis: Michigan State struggles with three-point shooting (350th in the country). However, they are elite defensively, holding opponents to 27% from three (best in Big Ten). Oregon has lost five of its last six games and struggles against strong defensive teams. Betting Picks: Big East Ben: Under 148 Griffin Warner: Michigan State -7.5 4. Texas Tech vs. Arizona📍 Timestamp: 19:26 - 24:14 Spread: Arizona (-3) Total: 149.5 Analysis: Arizona has been inconsistent but recently beat Arizona State and BYU on the road. Last meeting: Texas Tech 70, Arizona 54 (Texas Tech dominated defensively). Texas Tech’s win over Houston (without their best player and coach) was one of the season’s biggest upsets. Players to Watch: Caleb Love (Arizona): Streaky shooter who thrives on confidence. JT Toppin (Texas Tech): Questionable with an ankle injury. Betting Picks: Big East Ben: Texas Tech +3 Griffin Warner: Over 149.5 5. Florida vs. Auburn📍 Timestamp: 24:14 - 26:33 Spread: Auburn (-9) Total: 155.5 Analysis: Florida: Missing key player Walter Clayton in the last game but still managed a win over Vanderbilt. Auburn: Dominant recently, winning their last three games by double digits. Auburn destroyed Oklahoma 98-70. Betting Picks: Big East Ben: Over 155.5 Griffin Warner: Under 155.5 6. Duke vs. Clemson📍 Timestamp: 26:33 - 31:00 Spread: Duke (-7.5) Total: 134.5 Analysis: Duke hasn't lost since Nov. 26 (Kansas game). Clemson is 38% from three (40% at home), crucial against Duke’s elite interior defense. Biggest Trend: If Duke loses an ACC game, it will likely be this one. Betting Picks: Big East Ben: Clemson +7.5 Griffin Warner: Clemson +7.5 7. Best Bets📍 Timestamp: 31:00 - 35:46 Big East Ben: Kansas State +4.5 vs. Kansas Griffin Warner: Clemson +7.5 vs. Duke Promo Code: CBB10 for $10 off betting packages. ConclusionThis episode of Need for Seeds provides an extensive preview of the top five Saturday college basketball games, along with best bets. Marquette's struggles, Texas Tech’s upset potential, Duke's toughest test, and Creighton’s hot streak were key discussion points. The hosts also shared their betting trends and records, giving listeners an edge in selecting bets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

RJ Bell, Steve Fezzik, Scott Seidenberg and Mackenzie Rivers talk Super Bowl 59. The guys discuss a ton of the big game. Don't miss out on all the best information. 🏆 On Sharp Betting Strategies🗣 RJ Bell (17:28 - 17:46):"You know, I would make the case. So you're saying Henry would give you his power, effectively his game ratings for the game and say, go bet somewhere else on your, with your book, with your, with your, I'm using book as like, like the finance guys on Wall Street with your money or with Pinnacle's money, with Pinnacle's money."​🔎 Analysis:RJ compares betting syndicates to financial markets, illustrating how professionals leverage their knowledge across different books for maximum value. This highlights the arbitrage-style approach sharp bettors take when finding the best odds.📉 On Market Movements & Hidden Deals🗣 RJ Bell (18:33 - 19:25):"The way that the Olympic sports book and the Greek quote unquote, and Billy had a partnership that was, you know, from my understanding, went very deep and, and, and went for many years."​🔎 Analysis:This quote implies the deep, behind-the-scenes relationships between major sportsbooks and professional bettors. If true, it raises questions about line manipulation and insider strategies used at the highest levels of sports betting.💰 On Super Bowl Prop Betting & Correlation🗣 Steve Fezzik (1:31:10 - 1:31:23):"It makes me very happy because I win Scott's Circus Square zero zero first quarter bet. And also I get to Barry Horowitz pat myself on the back when my bet on both teams are no will score despite the first quarter going over."​🔎 Analysis:Fezzik celebrates a correlated betting strategy, where even if the first quarter total goes over, his other bet (both teams not scoring) still wins. This demonstrates how sharp bettors hedge their bets across multiple angles.⏳ On First-Quarter Super Bowl Betting Trends🗣 Scott Seidenberg (1:31:23 - 1:31:54):"Of the last ten Super Bowls, five of them were zero-zero. So five scoops, four splits. Only one time, only one time you lost them both."​🔎 Analysis:Super Bowls have historically started slow, making first-quarter unders and "No score in first six minutes" props sharp plays. Seidenberg reinforces that betting against first-quarter fireworks is often a +EV strategy.🔥 On Betting Against Mahomes’ Passing Yards🗣 RJ Bell (1:52:16 - 1:53:25):"Mahomes in general, his stats aren't as good as his rep or his winning. And I think Fangio is especially suited to slow him down. And I also think that the Super Bowl lends itself to the public betting over."​🔎 Analysis:RJ makes a compelling case for betting Mahomes' passing yards under, citing defensive coaching (Vic Fangio), public bias towards overs, and Mahomes' shift in playstyle. This aligns with a sharp bettor’s approach to finding value in overinflated markets.🏈 On Patrick Mahomes' Rushing Habits in Playoffs🗣 Scott Seidenberg (1:08:13 - 1:08:25):"This season, when trailing, Patrick Mahomes has only run the ball 12 times in 15 games. When leading, he ran 36 times."​🔎 Analysis:Seidenberg uncovers a key betting trend—Mahomes runs more when leading than when trailing, contradicting conventional thinking. This insight could shape rushing attempt props for Mahomes in the Super Bowl.📊 On Jalen Hurts’ Running vs. Passing Playstyle🗣 RJ Bell (1:17:57 - 1:18:05):"Almost one in three (29%) of Jalen Hurts' plays were runs. For Mahomes, it was 6%. Hurts was number one in the NFL, Mahomes was number 26."​🔎 Analysis:RJ emphasizes how much more Hurts runs compared to Mahomes, suggesting Hurts' rushing attempts over might be a strong play. Mahomes’ reliance on passing means sack props or passing yardage unders could hold value.🔍 On Betting the Super Bowl Over/Under🗣 Steve Fezzik (1:35:06 - 1:35:28):"Two years ago, these teams played a shootout. The total opened at 49.5, now it's 48.5 at sharp books. But I think the public's going to bet over."​ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Munaf Manji, SleepyJ and Steve Reider talk Super Bowl 59 player props and much more. Super Bowl 59 Props & Predictions: Transcript Summary📌 Overview:The Super Bowl 59 Props & More podcast on RJ Bell’s Dream Preview was hosted by Munaf Manji with analysts Steve Reider and SleepyJ. The discussion revolved around Super Bowl 59 props, player performances, and final game predictions.🎯 Key Takeaways:1️⃣ Player Prop BetsThe hosts provided in-depth analysis of various player performance bets, including receptions, yardage totals, and touchdown scorers.🔹 Travis Kelce (Chiefs) – Under 6.5 Receptions SleepyJ (3:01 - 4:22): Suggested betting the under due to Philadelphia’s strong tight-end defense. Steve Reider (4:58 - 6:34): Agreed but preferred under Kelce’s total yardage over receptions. Munaf Manji (4:23 - 4:58): Noted the Chiefs' numerous offensive weapons, which could limit Kelce's targets. 🔹 DeAndre Hopkins (Chiefs) – Under 1.5 Receptions Steve Reider (4:58 - 6:34): Highlighted Hopkins' low usage (3 targets, 1 reception in playoffs). Predicted public betting over, making under a smart contrarian play. 🔹 Samaje Perine (Chiefs) – Over 7.5 Receiving Yards Munaf Manji (6:34 - 8:41): Perine exceeded this total in 14 of 17 regular-season games. SleepyJ (8:42 - 10:56): Pointed out Andy Reid’s tendency to involve multiple players in Super Bowls. 🔹 Dallas Goedert (Eagles) – Over 52.5 Receiving Yards Munaf Manji (12:35 - 13:43): Stated the Chiefs struggle against tight ends. Steve Reider (13:44 - 14:58): Considered over 4.5 receptions as another good bet. 🔹 Saquon Barkley (Eagles) – Under 114.5 Rushing Yards Steve Reider (13:44 - 14:58): Noted Chiefs' strong run defense and Spagnuolo’s game planning. Munaf Manji (14:59 - 16:27): Expected Chiefs to force Jalen Hurts to win with his arm. 2️⃣ Touchdown Scorer BetsThe panel discussed the best bets for anytime touchdown scorers.🔹 Jalen Hurts (Eagles) – Anytime TD (-110) SleepyJ (16:28 - 18:02): 12 rushing TDs in 18 games. The “tush push” makes him a strong bet. Steve Reider (18:29 - 19:36): Agreed, mentioning Hurts' 18 total rushing TDs. 🔹 Travis Kelce (Chiefs) – Anytime TD (+140) Munaf Manji (19:36 - 21:18): Stressed Mahomes targets Kelce heavily in the red zone.3️⃣ Same Game Parlay (SGP)Each host contributed one leg to a Super Bowl SGP bet: SleepyJ (21:19 - 22:50): Eagles Over 5.5 Players to Record a Reception Steve Reider (22:58 - 23:45): Dallas Goedert Over 4.5 Receptions Munaf Manji (23:46 - 25:48): Over 2.5 Total Rushing Touchdowns 4️⃣ Best Bet: DeVonta Smith Over 51.5 Receiving Yards SleepyJ (27:18 - 29:09): Pointed out Chiefs' blitz-heavy defense benefits Smith. Munaf Manji (29:09 - 30:10): Smith had 122, 99, and 100 yards in past games vs. Chiefs. Steve Reider (30:11 - 30:38): Expected Eagles to rely on passing more. 5️⃣ Super Bowl 59 PredictionsThe hosts split on their final game picks: SleepyJ (31:12 - 33:20) → Eagles Win 33-18 Chiefs have declined slightly. Eagles dominate both sides of the ball. Steve Reider (33:30 - 35:59) → Chiefs Win 27-24 Best QB & coach in Mahomes & Reid. Chiefs have momentum and experience. Munaf Manji (36:00 - 38:27) → Eagles Win 27-26 Expected Eagles' defensive line to control the game. 🏆 Final ThoughtsThis episode provided detailed analysis of Super Bowl 59 player props, best bets, and game predictions. DeVonta Smith over 51.5 yards, Jalen Hurts anytime TD, and Dallas Goedert overs were among the standout plays.💡 Will the Eagles' revenge storyline or the Chiefs' dynasty prevail? We’ll find out on Sunday! 🎉 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Will Doctor gives you the sharpest card for the WM Phoenix Open. -Top 6 names on odds board -1 matchup -1 t20 -2 outrights -Sleeper, FRP, 2 lineups, scoring -Best bet For more on the world of golf, follow Doc on X @drmedia59 Recap of Pebble Beach Pro-Am (0:39 - 32:26)Rory McIlroy’s Dominance McIlroy secured his 27th PGA Tour win with a commanding performance. He finished 5-under on the final nine holes, with birdies at 10, 12, and 15, and a momentum-shifting eagle on the 14th. Led the field in Strokes Gained: Off the Tee and was top 10 in putting. Averaged 336 yards per drive (leading the field), scaling back to irons strategically in the final round. Will Doctor highlights McIlroy’s shift to a conservative approach in his final round, citing Jamie Kennedy (Golf Digest) for insightful questions on McIlroy's tactics. Scottie Scheffler’s Performance Finished T-9 despite high expectations. Was above average in all statistical categories, with a final-round 67. Second round (70) cost him ground, but overall solid performance. Tom Kim’s Near Miss Finished T-7, cashing a top-10 ticket. Struggled on par-5s, a key reason for missing a podium finish. Big mistake: bogey on the par-5 6th, where he hit into the Pacific Ocean. His slow play is a concern heading into Phoenix Open, especially with rowdy fans at TPC Scottsdale. WM Phoenix Open – Picks & PredictionsTop Contenders & Betting AnalysisScottie Scheffler (+305) Back-to-back WM Phoenix Open winner (2022, 2023). T-3 last year. Improved putting over recent months. Not betting outright but looking for a live number. Justin Thomas (15:1) Driving accuracy concerns. Has played well in Phoenix but struggles to win due to tee-shot inconsistencies. Passing on JT outright. Hideki Matsuyama (17:1) 2-time Phoenix Open winner (2016, 2017). Struggled with driving accuracy in recent events. Third consecutive tournament, raising fatigue concerns. Sungjae Im (22:1) Has 2 top-10 finishes at Phoenix Open. However, below-average iron play in 2 of last 3 starts. Has not truly contended at this event. Sam Burns (25:1) Back-to-back top-10s at WM Phoenix Open. Struggling with approach play in recent months. Passing on Burns this week. Tom Kim (33:1) Slow play may be an issue in a loud environment. T-17 last year, finished 11 shots back. Not enough value at 33:1, so passing on Kim. Best Bets & Sleeper PicksMatchup Bets Rico Hoey over Thriston Lawrence (-106) Hoey: Great total driver & putter on overseeded greens. Lawrence: Poor driving accuracy & distance. Hoey should outperform Lawrence in these conditions. Top PicksKurt Kitayama Win: 66:1 Top-20: +240 Strengths: Elite driver, strong recent putting. Recent results at WM Phoenix Open: T-23 in 2023. T-8 in 2022. Why bet? Improved driving accuracy recently, well-rested after missing Farmers. Gary Woodland (Sleeper Pick) Win: 115:1 Top-20: +350 Past Winner (2018). Ball-striking back to form with coach Randy Smith. Putting showed improvement at Pebble Beach. Low risk, high reward pick. Daily Fantasy Picks (DraftKings & PGA Tour Lineup)DraftKings Lineup ($50K Budget) Kurt Kitayama ($8.9K) Luke Clanton ($8.3K) Si Woo Kim ($8K) Matt Fitzpatrick ($7.7K) Charlie Hoffman ($7.2K) Gary Woodland ($7.1K) PGA Tour Fantasy Lineup Starters: Kitayama (Captain), Woodland, Clanton, Si Woo Kim. Bench: Hoffman, Fitzpatrick. Final Predictions Winning Score: -18 Best Bet: Kurt Kitayama Top-20 (+240) First-Round Leader Bet: Scottie Scheffler (Top-5 after Round 1) at +320. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Griffin Warner and Big East Ben talk college basketball betting for early this week. The guys are gearing up for the meat of the season. Best bets as always. Subscribe to the podcast.CBB Tues/Wed Preview Best Bets – Podcast SummaryPodcast: Need for Seeds College Basketball PodcastHosts: Griffin Warner & Big East BenWeek of February 4thGame Recaps & Betting InsightsWisconsin vs. Northwestern (1:17 - 2:01) Wisconsin trailed by 7 at halftime before Carter Gilmore (15 pts) led the comeback. Bet result: Wisconsin covered. Pittsburgh vs. Wake Forest (2:01 - 3:58) Wake hit a miracle three to cover late. Griffin’s record dropped to 10-4. Marquette vs. St. John’s (6:55 - 13:27) Marquette forced 25 UConn turnovers and lost—historic anomaly. St. John’s shoots just 24% from three in Big East play. Bets: Ben: Marquette ML | Griffin: St. John’s -2.5 Ole Miss vs. Kentucky (13:32 - 17:45) Kentucky’s volatility (win at Tenn, 3 losses in 4). Ole Miss defensive decline in SEC play. Both bet: Over 157 points. UCLA vs. Michigan State (17:45 - 22:04) Michigan State’s 17.4% turnover rate is a liability. UCLA’s strong home defense (8-4 ATS). Both bet: UCLA -2.5. Tennessee vs. Missouri (24:03 - 29:54) Missouri went from 0-18 in SEC last year to 6-2 this season. Tennessee’s Zakai Zeigler is questionable. Both bet: Missouri +6. Michigan vs. Oregon (29:56 - 33:34) Oregon struggles inside (156th in 2-pt defense). Michigan is 6th in 2-pt shooting (60%). Both bet: Michigan -9. Best Bets (19-10 YTD, 66%) Big East Ben: Northwestern -1.5 vs. USC Griffin Warner: UCLA -2.5 vs. Michigan State Promo Code: "HOOPS20" for 20% off picks at Pregame.com. Next Episode: Friday’s preview for Saturday games. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Griffin Warner and Big East Ben talk college basketball weekend betting. The guys also give out best bets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

RJ Bell, Steve Fezzik, Mackenzie Rivers and Scott Seidenberg talk NFL Super Bowl 59. The guys also discuss the NBA and give out some best bets. NFL Super Bowl Talk & Best Bets – Dream Podcast SummaryMarket & Betting Analysis (4:41 - 6:22)Kansas City Chiefs Favored Slightly Market Movement: The initial betting line moved in favor of the Kansas City Chiefs, increasing from -1 to -1.5. Betting Exchanges: Sharp bettors use betting exchanges that offer minimal vigorish (fees), leading to highly efficient lines. Coin Flip Betting Psychology: RJ Bell discusses the odds manipulation of coin flip bets, where sportsbooks adjust the vig (commission) to influence betting behavior. Super Bowl Betting Trends Overs & Unders: Books tend to post overs early, delaying under bets until late in the week. Prop Betting Manipulation: Fezzik and Seidenberg highlight how books heavily promote overs while limiting under bets, creating inefficiencies. Same-Game Parlays: Vegas books historically lagged behind but are now competing with online books like DraftKings. Game Recap & Player Analysis (8:13 - 12:17)Jalen Hurts & Eagles' Offense Best Performance of the Season? Analysts praise Jalen Hurts’ game, citing his highest Pro Football Focus (PFF) grade in two years. AJ Brown’s Impact: Brown is fully healthy, making the Eagles' passing game more dangerous. Eagles’ Passing Strategy: The team focuses targets on a few key players, increasing bet value for AJ Brown and Dallas Goedert props. Kansas City Chiefs' Super Bowl Experience Winning Close Games: The Chiefs are lauded for consistently outperforming expectations in high-pressure moments. Injury Updates: Travis Kelce appears compromised, reducing his betting value. Mahomes’ Running Trend: His rushing yardage prop increased significantly, but Fezzik believes it's inflated and expects regression. Team & Player Betting Insights (26:08 - 32:23)Super Bowl Matchup: Eagles vs. Chiefs Philly's Strengths: The Eagles have dominated, finishing 13-0 in their last games before the playoffs. Kansas City's Statistical Anomaly: Chiefs' net yards per play is negative, yet they keep winning. Experience Factor: Analysts believe Philly’s playoff experience makes them a better bet at +1.5 compared to Detroit at the same spread. Impact of 4th Down Conversions NFL Teams Are Going for It More: The rise in successful fourth-down conversions is changing how betting markets evaluate games. Coaches & Analytics Debate: Some argue that aggressive decisions backfire under playoff pressure. Injury Reports & Team Performance (59:25 - 1:02:39)Healthiest Teams Performed the Best The top 11 least-injured teams (Kansas City, Minnesota, Philly, etc.) exceeded win totals by 20+ games. The bottom 10 most-injured teams (Dallas, San Francisco, Cleveland, etc.) underperformed by 21+ games. Super Bowl Finalists: All four final teams (Philly, Kansas City, Buffalo, and Baltimore) ranked among the least injured. Prop Bets & Final Betting Advice (54:06 - 58:10)Best Bets AJ Brown Over 71.5 Receiving Yards (Fezzik): Fully healthy and the Eagles' primary receiver. Dallas Goedert Over 4.5 Receptions (Seidenberg): Chiefs struggle against tight ends, making this a valuable bet. Super Bowl Betting Strategy Track Early Odds: Sharp bettors shape lines by mid-week, with public money inflating player props. Wait for the Best Unders: Books post overs early but hold off on unders, making it valuable to wait. Final Thoughts Super Bowl Betting: The Eagles are undervalued despite strong metrics. Prop Strategy: Play AJ Brown and Dallas Goedert overs now before public money moves lines. NBA Insights: Ride the Clippers and fade the Warriors in upcoming games. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices