

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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Jan 4, 2022 • 30min
Kings-Lakers Betting Preview
Fresh off a holiday hiatus NBA betting analysts Matt Moore and Raheem Palmer are back to delve into Tuesday's marquee matchup between the Sacramento Kings (16-22) and the Los Angeles Lakers (19-19).The duo also breakdown the Big Picture for both teams - Why are the Lakers still overvalued in the market? There's a big difference in the total between available numbers, but what’s the right play? Plus, what exactly is wrong with the Lakers and how do the Kings fix the mess that is their franchise?Be sure to check out BUCKETS livestream with Matt Moore and Raheem Palmer on the Action Network YouTube channel beginning at 6 PM ET on Tuesday. They'll give out their best bets for Wednesday massive 11-game slate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 3, 2022 • 34min
Week 12 Fantasy Lookahead
Happy New Year! Both 2021 and Week 11 of the 21-22 NBA season are in the rearview and fantasy basketball analysts Dan Titus and Adam Koffler recap some notable things that happened in the last week and look ahead at Week 12.In this week’s episode, Titus and Koffler talk about a couple guys in the running for most improved player of the year in Jalen Brunson and Desmond Bane. Can the former keep his hot streak going with Luka Doncic returning to the lineup? Why we were wrong about DeMar DeRozan, but right about LeBron James? And do youngsters like Hamidou Diallo, Aaron Wiggins, Jalen Smith, and R.J. Hampton have staying power even when their teams get healthy? The guys also talk Houston amidst the issues with both Christian Wood and Kevin Porter Jr. Are there guys we should be looking to roster with both these guys potentially in the doghouse moving forward? The Grizzlies have the golden five-game schedule, while 18 teams play four games this week, and 11 teams play three games. And as always, the guys talk strategy to help you gain a competitive advantage over your league mates.To take advantage of PrizePicks' $100 deposit match offer, click this link:https://app.prizepicks.com/sign-up?invite_code=Action10&utm_source=Action+Network&utm_medium=Affiliates&utm_campaign=Action+NetworkJoin us tomorrow when Matt Moore and Raheem Palmer are back with the Big Picture, breaking down Tuesday's five-game slate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 27, 2021 • 24min
Week 11 Fantasy Lookahead
Happy Holidays! Week 10 of the 21-22 NBA season is behind us and fantasy basketball analysts Dan Titus and Adam Koffler recap some notable things that happened in the last week and take a look ahead at Week 11 and beyond.In this week’s episode, Titus and Koffler break down the Christmas Day slate and give you some actionable takeaways from the five games. It took a Derrick Rose injury to unlock Kemba Walker, but he’s a guy that needs to be rostered in every single league for the time being. And what in the world is going on with the Los Angeles Lakers. LeBron can’t do it all, so what’s next for this team while Anthony Davis remains sidelined?The guys also discuss the recent injury to Paul George, and highlight a few notable players that have just recently hit the COVID list, including Trae Young, Kyle Lowry, Lonzo Ball, and Dejounte Murray. Who should you pick up from these squads? It’s crazy to think guys like Omer Yurtseven, Payton Pritchard, and Delon Wright could help you win in Week 11, but here we are.15 teams play four games this week, while the Pistons, Pelicans, and Sixers have the dreaded two-game schedule in Week 11And as always, the guys talk strategy to help you gain a competitive advantage over your leaguemates.To take advantage of PrizePicks' $100 deposit match offer, click this link:https://app.prizepicks.com/sign-up?invite_code=Action10&utm_source=Action+Network&utm_medium=Affiliates&utm_campaign=Action+Network Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 24, 2021 • 36min
Christmas Workshop + Best Bets
Christmas time is here, and despite all of the COVID news, NBA betting analysts Matt Moore and Raheem Palmer handicap Saturday's five-game slate. It's some tough sledding out there, but the guys go through their projections while also navigating through the injury report to give out their best bets for Christmas. The Knicks are getting healthy at the right time... will the Hawks have enough fresh bodies to keep up? And what about the Nets? James Harden is set to return but will LeBron and Russ be too much for the favorites out of the Eastern Conference? The schedule is jam-packed with games beginning at 12 ET on Saturday so tune in to get an edge on all of the Christmas Day matchups on this special edition of BUCKETS! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 20, 2021 • 37min
Week 10 Fantasy Lookahead
With Christmas just around the corner, fantasy basketball analysts Dan Titus and Adam Koffler are here to recap some notable things that happened in the last week and look ahead to Week 10 and beyond.In this week’s episode, Titus and Koffler talk about what’s on everyone’s mind – how in the world do we manage our fantasy basketball teams with all these players entering health and safety protocols? It’s not easy to manage, but embrace the struggle, we’re all going through it together.The guys chat about Steph Curry’s record-breaking night at Madison Square Garden, SGA’s late-game heroics, and who might be the front-runner for Most Improved Player of the Year. And on top of the health and safety protocols, there’s also several injuries to key players. Titus and Koffler tell you who they’re most concerned about and provide recommendations of guys to target based on those concerns.And as always, the guys talk strategy to help you gain a competitive advantage over your league mates.To take advantage of PrizePicks' $100 deposit match offer, click this link:https://app.prizepicks.com/sign-up?invite_code=Action10&utm_source=Action+Network&utm_medium=Affiliates&utm_campaign=Action+NetworkCheck out to the Big Picture on Tuesday with Matt Moore and Raheem Palmer as they handicap Tuesday's marquee matchup between the Suns and Lakers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 17, 2021 • 55min
Steph Curry Appreciation Hour
Tuesday night at Madison Square Garden, Steph Curry officially became the Greatest Shooter of All Time, passing Ray Allen for most 3-pointers in NBA history. Today for Friday Happy Hour, NBA analysts Matt Moore and Brandon Anderson are here to celebrate a career unlike any in league history.Matt explains why calling Steph the GSOAT is not reductive, Brandon piles on the absurd numbers and stats, and the guys talk about the unique experience of seeing Curry in person. Plus, a look back at where Steph’s MVP and title odds sat before 2015 and 2016 compared to this season and what another MVP would mean for Curry’s historical legacy going forward.This is an episode you do not want to miss. And come back next week for more BUCKETS, including a very special Christmas Day preview and breakdown of all five holiday games! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 15, 2021 • 22min
Wednesday Workshop + Best Bets
Welcome to another Wednesday Workshop! Matt Moore and professsional bettor Raheem Palmer advise caution with the NBA suffering through yet another COVID outbreak. There's 11 games on the slate but with so many key players questionable or out due to health and safety protocols, make sure to check the injury reports.How long should bettors wait to find out availability? The guys discuss when to buy back at the best opportunity if news updates, or should you wait entirely? Plus, a look at Lakers-Mavericks, Grizzlies-Blazers, and Thunder-Pelicans.The crew will be back on Friday with Brandon Anderson and Matt Moore breaking down Western Conference teams seeded between 4 and 11 and how they stack up two months into the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 14, 2021 • 50min
Warriors-Knicks Betting Preview
Steph Curry... at the Garden... needs only TWO threes to become the all-time leader in 3-pointers. Will history be made?!?!On this week’s episode of The Big Picture, Matt Moore breaks down Tuesday's marquee matchup between the Warriors and Knicks with professional bettor Raheem Palmer and NBA futures analyst Brandon Anderson. Why are the Warriors only 5.5-point favorites? Is this a trap? What do you do when you can’t get to the number a book gives you by a wide margin? The Warriors’ defense has been so good, but is that creating an illusion on the value of the under? Plus, Steph Curry is the MVP favorite. If you haven’t bet it yet, is now the time? What about Kevin Durant? And can the Knicks make the playoffs? Be sure to check out Tuesday's livestream on the Action Network YouTube channel where Matt Moore and Raheem Palmer give you their best bets for Wednesday's slate! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 13, 2021 • 38min
Week 9 Fantasy Lookahead
Action Network fantasy basketball analysts Dan Titus and Adam Koffler recap some notable things that happened in the last week and take a look ahead to Week 9 and beyond. In this week’s episode, Titus and Koffler talk about a couple guys that have seen a recent uptick in assist numbers with ball-dominant teammates out of the lineup. With LaMelo Ball and Terry Rozier set to come off the COVID-19 list, is now the time to sell-high on Kelly Oubre Jr., or can he continue his stretch of dominant performances? And what about the Martin twins? They've been cookin’ of late, but now Caleb finds himself on the COVID-19 list as well. The guys discuss both short and long-term adds and tell you why Alvin Gentry has been a revelation for a number of Kings, including Terence Davis and Marvin Bagley. And with Damian Lillard and C.J. McCollum banged-up, it’s time to stream all your Trail Blazers with a favorable Week 9 schedule. As always, the guys talk strategy to help you gain a competitive advantage over your leaguemates.To take advantage of PrizePicks' $100 deposit match offer, click this link:https://app.prizepicks.com/sign-up?invite_code=Action10&utm_source=Action+Network&utm_medium=Affiliates&utm_campaign=Action+NetworkCheck out to the Big Picture with Matt Moore, Raheem Palmer, and Brandon Anderson on Tuesday as they handicap TNT's marquee matchup between the Warriors & Knicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 10, 2021 • 31min
Friday Happy Hour: How to Bet Over/Unders
Action Network NBA analyst and totals expert Austin Wang (@awang_htx) joins Brandon Anderson to discuss how to bet over/unders. Austin explains the key factors and metrics that go into his process and why he loves betting totals so much from night to night. The guys talk about the 2021 season trends so far, with a slew of unders early and the revenge of the overs lately. Will overs continue to dominate? Why was the scoring so low to start the season, and what’s changed lately? Which teams should you be betting overs on right now, and which team is going under? Austin and Brandon tell all.Don’t forget to come back next week for our Buckets fantasy episode Monday with Adam Koffler and Dan Titus; the Tuesday Big Picture with Matt Moore, Raheem Palmer, and Brandon Anderson; the Wednesday Workshop with Matt and Raheem; and the Friday Happy Hour with Brandon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.