

BUCKETS
Action Network
Are you itching for NBA action 12 months a year? Then welcome home! The BUCKETS podcast from Action Network sports betting experts has you covered from the Summer League through the championship parade, and everything in between. Whether you gamble on NBA futures, individual games or player props, our betting experts hit the mics every week to serve your needs every week of the year. Gambling coverage is led by Action Network senior writer Matt Moore, one of the best-connected and well-respected journalists covering the NBA today. He's joined by Action Network NBA betting experts like Jay Money, Albert Nguyen, Brandon Anderson, Joe Dellera and more. They know the league's drama and intrigue inside and out... and have turned data analysis and passion into profits. So if the world of the National Basketball Association means a little bit more to you... then Let's Get BUCKETS. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Oct 20, 2025 • 1h 1min
Final Preseason Futures & Opening Night Best Bets
The NBA regular season is officially starting this week and Buckets is back for more! Action Network NBA betting experts Matt Moore, Joe Dellera and Jim Turvey team up for one final look at some preseason futures. They discuss some teams they're high and low on heading into the 2025 NBA Season. Plus, they bring a few plays for Opening Night in the NBA! Tuesday brings the reigning champion Oklahoma City Thunder against the Houston Rockets as well as the Los Angeles Lakers and Golden State Warriors. It's sure to be an electric opening night of NBA hoops so tune in and get your betting card set with thoughts on the side, total, player props and more. All that right here on Buckets! Check out the Action Network app and sign up for Action Pro for instant notifications from our top experts. Just follow this link to get started.Click here to instantly tail some of the bets from today's episode with quick slips! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 17, 2025 • 1h 22min
NBA Bet-A-Palooza: Part 2
Action Network NBA futures betting experts Brandon Anderson and Jim Turvey team up for a two-part Bet-A-Palooza! Together, the guys rank all 30 NBA teams and give out at least one bet per team. From win totals, stat leaders, season-long props, awards, and potential NBA Finals winners, the guys bring all their pre-season bets in the Association. And this is Part 2! Tune in to hear who the guys are backing and fading this season and how they're betting your favorite team.2 - RECAPPING PART 13 - DAL MAVERICKS8 - NOL PELICANS14 - MEM GRIZZLIES17 - CLE CAVALIERS22 - ATL HAWKS29 - LAL LAKERS33 - ORL MAGIC38 - MIN TIMBERWOLVES42 - NY KNICKS47 - HOU ROCKETS53 - GSW WARRIORS58 - DET PISTONS1:02 - OKC THUNDER1:09 - SA SPURS1:14 - DEN NUGGETSCheck out the Action Network app and sign up for Action Pro for instant notifications from our top experts. Just follow this link to get started. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 16, 2025 • 1h 5min
NBA Bet-A-Palooza: Part 1
Action Network NBA futures betting experts Brandon Anderson and Jim Turvey team up for a two part Bet-A-Palooza! Together the guys rank all 30 NBA teams and give out at lease one bet per team. From win totals, stat leaders, season-long props, awards and potential NBA Finals winners, the guys bring all their pre-season bets in the Association. And this is just Part 1! Tune in to hear who the guys are backing and fading this season and how they're betting your favorite team. 4 - BKN NETS7 - ATL HAWKS12 - SAC KINGS15 - UTA JAZZ19 - WAS WIZARDS23 - LA CLIPPERS27 - IND PACERS30 - CHI BULLS34 - MIL BUCKS40 - BOS CELTICS43 - TOR RAPTORS48 - POR TRAILBLAZERS52 - PHI 76ERS55 - PHX SUNS60 - CHA HORNETSCheck out the Action Network app and sign up for Action Pro for instant notifications from our top experts. Just follow this link to get started. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 15, 2025 • 50min
Top 10 NBA Players To Bet On
Brandon Anderson, an NBA futures analyst and expert in betting strategies, shares his insights on player awards and wagers for the upcoming season. He makes a compelling case for Shea Gilgeous-Alexander as an MVP contender while highlighting Jalen Green’s scoring potential. Brandon backs Amin Thompson for Most Improved Player and discusses why Evan Mobley is a smart Defensive Player of the Year pick. He also defends Cooper Flagg as the Rookie of the Year favorite and suggests bets on Jordan Clarkson for Sixth Man.

Oct 14, 2025 • 1h 29min
Western Conference Betting Preview
Two NBA betting experts dive into the intriguing dynamics of the Western Conference. They evaluate the potential of teams like the Utah Jazz and New Orleans Pelicans, focusing on Zion's impact. The duo discusses the young Phoenix Suns and their future while contemplating the Golden State Warriors' health risks. They highlight Sacramento's value and debate the Clippers' balance between offense and defense. Lastly, they analyze the Oklahoma City Thunder's chances for a championship repeat. The conversation is packed with insight and betting strategies.

Oct 13, 2025 • 1h 29min
Eastern Conference Betting Preview
Action Network NBA betting experts Matt Moore and Brandon Anderson team up for their preseason conference previews! Today's episode looks at teh Eastern Conference, breaking down divisions, teams, coaches, players and more. Brandon goes through his favorite bets in the East as the guys determine who's worth backing and fading this year. Buckets will be back live on the Action Network YouTube page Sunday-Thursday nights for best bets all season long. Subscribe, rate and review for more NBA betting content! Check out the Action Network app and sign up for Action Pro for instant notifications from our top experts. Just follow this link to get started and get $20 off the annual price with promo code BUCKETS20! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 10, 2025 • 1h 13min
NBA Futures Draft
With the NBA regular season just around the corner, Buckets is back with some futures! Action Network NBA betting experts Matt Moore, Sean Little, Brandon Kravitz and Bryan Fonseca team up for a snake draft as the guys pick their favorite futures for the 2025 NBA Season. The crew gets into who they're backing for Conference Championships, divisional winners and some teams to win it all. Tune in to hear where the guys are seeing value in the futures market right here on Buckets! We'll be back Sunday-Thursday nights around 11pm ET for more preseason hoops content and daily best bets once games begin. Check out the Action Network app and sign up for Action Pro for instant notifications from our top experts. Just follow this link to get started and get $20 off the annual price with promo code BUCKETS20! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 9, 2025 • 1h 21min
How to Bet NBA Win Totals
With the NBA regular season just around the corner, Buckets is back with a look at some win totals for the 2025 NBA Season. Action Network hoops betting experts Matt Moore, Bryan Fonseca and Michael Fiddle took to the Action Network YouTube page live, late Wednesday night, for a deep dive into some of their favorite win total bets for the season. Is it the Charlotte Hornets' year? Can the Toronto Raptors win more than 40 games this season? Are the Houston Rockets overhyped? Tune in to hear how to bet win totals in the NBA and what you need to be looking for to find value in this market. Buckets will be live Sunday-Thursday nights looking at best bets for the upcoming day's slate all season long once we get to the regular season so be sure to subscribe to Action Network's YouTube page.Check out the Action Network app and sign up for Action Pro for instant notifications from our top experts. Just follow this link to get started. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 8, 2025 • 38min
NBA Season-Long Player Prop Best Bets
This week, Joe Dellera, a hoops betting analyst from the Action Network, and Kyle Murray, a DFS expert, dive into sizzling NBA player prop bets for the upcoming season. They spotlight Kevin Durant's potential for 20+ PPG amid Houston's dynamics and Jalen Brown’s scoring upside with Boston's pace changes. Plus, they discuss intriguing longshots, including Mark Williams' rebounding and Herb Jones for steals leader. With insights on Victor Wembanyama and Cam Johnson's shooting impact, the duo offers a treasure trove of betting wisdom!

Oct 7, 2025 • 1h 4min
NBA Awards Best Bets
Brian Fonseca, a hoops betting expert and YouTuber, joins the discussion on intriguing NBA award predictions. He highlights Jaden Ivey as a sleeper for Most Improved, while the crew debates Trey Murphy III and Andrew Nembhard's potential. Trae Young's clutch scoring ability and Bam Adebayo's Defensive Player prospects add to the excitement. The team also shares longshot Rookie of the Year candidates and rapid-fire award picks. This lively analysis is perfect for fans eager to get in on the action!


