The Celtics took Game 3 so it was a big payday for Matt Moore and Brandon Anderson, but now Game 4 awaits and it’s a much trickier spot. How do you bet a game without clear value on the side? Why are the Celtics letting Steph Curry shoot? Can Boston manage the “pain” to get their first title in 14 years? Plus, how to guide your prop and total betting based on the expected game style, and Brandon breaks down a spot to bet Boston using two different series futures. Learn more about your ad choices...
Jun 09, 2022•51 min
The Warriors tied the series up as Boston fell apart in Game 2. But Brandon and Matt are still strangely confident in the Celtics and are in agreement on the Game 3 best bet. Will the Celtics continue to roll off postseason losses, or have the adjustments Golden State has made trip them up? Plus, a look at props including a Smart play, some expectations for rotation differences, Finals MVP, and series price breakdowns. If you want to bet the NBA Finals, this is the podcast that will give you wha...
Jun 06, 2022•54 min
The Celtics stuned the Dubs in the Bay to take Game 1. So the Warriors are bouncing back in Game 2… right? Right?! Plus, does Jayson Tatum bounce back scoring or pile up the assists? Steph Curry will play more minutes, but will that lead to more production? And, what’s the best play for Finals MVP and how many ways is Matt going to hedge this thing? Matt Moore and Dan Titus break down Game 2 of the NBA Finals on Buckets. The Buckets crew is back on Monday to preview Game 3 of the NBA Finals in B...
Jun 04, 2022•36 min
Betting analyst and host of You Better You Be t on the Audacy Network Ken Barkley joins Matt Moore to break down the NBA Finals market. If the series is priced appropriately, how do the alternate markets provide value? Who’s the better team between Boston and Golden State? How much should overthink Finals MVP and how much of it is pretty simple? All this and more on Buckets. The Buckets crew will be back on Friday to recap Game 1 of the Finals and preview Game 2. Learn more about your ad choices...
Jun 02, 2022•50 min
The NBA Finals tip off Thursday between Boston and Golden State. Why are our experts so big on the Warriors if they like the Celtics in the series? Is there a real fatigue factor with four days off, and why doesn’t it matter later in the series? Plus, a look at props including Al Horford defensive plays, Klay Thompson struggles, and a spot to bet Andrew Wiggins. All this and more plus sides, totals, and series props with Joe Dellera and Brandon Anderson . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ...
May 31, 2022•38 min
It’s Dynasty vs. Destiny as the Warriors take on the Celtics in the NBA Finals. Boston, the best team in the NBA over the last five months, is an underdog vs. the three-time champs Steph Curry, Klay Thompson, and Draymond Green. Can Boston upend the Splash Brothers? Or will Golden State once again add to its collection of hardware. Plus, why are Brandon Anderson and Joe Dellera limiting themselves to one outcome on Game 1 and the series? All this plus props, sides, totals, and futures as the NBA...
May 31, 2022•54 min
Have the Celtics blown their chance?!?! The Heat drag this series to seven, and now we face the rare circumstance of a road team favored in a Game 7. Action Network senior NBA writer Matt Moore and NBA futures analyst Brandon Anderson are joined by contributor Joe Dellera to break down the last Eastern Conference Finals game in this episode of BUCKETS! The history and trends point to Miami, but to the guys, Boston still feels like the better team. Anderson is doubling, tripling, quadrupling down...
May 29, 2022•45 min
The Golden State Warriors advance to the NBA Finals. Action Network senior NBA writer Matt Moore and NBA futures analyst Brandon Anderson work through why they were on the Warriors early, how this Golden State team is different from the previous version, what to learn betting-wise from them, and more. Plus, a look at Finals MVP from a Warriors' perspective and how Brandon thinks it's Steph or nothing and Matt thinks it's anyone-but. Don't forget to subscribe, rate and review for more NBA betting...
May 28, 2022•31 min
The Heat have completely fallen apart! Action Network senior NBA writer Matt Moore, NBA futures analyst Brandon Anderson and professional bettor Raheem Palmer are back to talk more NBA Playoffs in this episode of BUCKETS! The crew thinks the Celtics-Heat series is over and finding value in the spot is difficult with the market. Brandon continues to fade an injured Jimmy Butler, while Rah has a specific total approach. The guys discuss Conference Finals MVP and Brandon's hedge options on his Jayl...
May 27, 2022•40 min
Action Network senior NBA writer Matt Moore is joined by NBA futures analyst Brandon Anderson and professional bettor Raheem Palmer to discuss Game 5 of the Mavericks/Warriors series in this episode of BUCKETS! - Golden State is a heavy favorite and has never lost a Game 5 when up 3-0 to start a series... but does that mean they can cover the number? - How do you play a series where Dallas underperformed offensively but has improved every game? - Are the Mavericks "live" to at least push this se...
May 26, 2022•34 min
The 2022 Eastern Conference Finals have been tough to dissect and its reached an inflection point with the Heat as home dogs in Game 5. Is this a result of Jimmy Butler's injury status? Or... Is the market just that high on Boston? Raheem Palmer and Brandon Anderson still like Boston as a road favorite versus the No.1 seed at home, but Matt Moore is going down wth the ship, reluctantly. Tune in for sides, totals, and props for Game 5 of the Eastern Conference Finals. Learn more about your ad cho...
May 25, 2022•36 min
1-2-3 Cancun? The Warriors are up 3-0 and the Mavericks look outclassed. With Dallas on the brink of elimination, Action Network betting analysts Matt Moore, Raheem Palmer, and Brandon Anderson assess what's in store for Game 4. Can the Mavs overcome their three-point woes in Game 3? Is this a letdown spot for the Warriors with Steph Curry proclaiming Golden State is "playing with house money?" The Buckets crew debates how to bet the potential closeout game plus, Warriors title futures, Western ...
May 24, 2022•42 min
Boston Can’t Lose This, Right?! Senior NBA Writer Matt Moore and NBA Betting Analyst Brandon Anderson are here to break down Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Finals on Monday night. Matt felt dumb after Game 2. Brandon doesn’t know what to think after Game 3. Now the Celtics face a must-win. With injuries on both sides, who can you trust, and how do you play the number depending on who’s in and who’s out? Is now the time to buy low on the Celtics? Can you trust Jayson Tatum? And what about Jayle...
May 23, 2022•42 min
With the Eastern Conference Finals tied up at 1-1, the series goes back to Boston for a pivotal Game 3 matchup. Action Network NBA analysts Raheem Palmer and Brandon Anderson break down how they're betting on Game 3 and beyond. The Heat stalled out in Game 2. Should Miami bettors be worried? Jimmy Butler's been doing it all, but Bam Adebayo has been a no-show. Plus, they could be without PJ Tucker and Kyle Lowry on Saturday night. Brandon and Raheem put their heads together to figure out what ad...
May 21, 2022•23 min
The Warriors jumped out to an early 1-0 lead in the Western Conference Finals after a convincing Game 1 victory over the Mavericks. The guys were all over the Dubs in the series opener - primarily due to the Mavs coming off a 7-game series and Golden State's dominance at home throughout the Playoffs. The Warriors did what the trio thought they would, but Raheem Palmer is starting to doubt his Mavericks. He still likes the Mavs for the series but has he bet it yet? And with the Mavericks offense ...
May 20, 2022•37 min
The Celtics were dominant in the first half but lost Game 1 to the Heat. Nothing has changed for Raheem Palmer and Brandon Anderson on their priors, but the news of Marcus Smart and Al Horford have them treading lightly going into Game 2. Raheem sees a very specific path for Boston to win the series, Brandon thinks all options are on the table for the Celtics and Matt Moore still doesn’t think the Heat are getting enough credit. Plus a look at the lottery results and how to bet the No.1 overall ...
May 19, 2022•40 min
The NBA Western Conference Finals begin on Wednesday, and the Buckets trio is back to discuss the series plus, give their initial thoughts on how to bet Game 1. Raheem Palmer is here to take a victory lap for prophesizing the Mavericks to beat the Suns and make the conference finals, but he’s not done there. Matt Moore thinks Golden State has a significant edge and is willing to bet it, while Brandon Anderson is in the very middle of the debate. The guys talk sides, props, matchups, totals, and ...
May 17, 2022•46 min
The Celtics got past the Bucks (without Khris Middleton) and take on the Heat in the Eastern Conference Finals --with Game 1 tipping off on Tuesday night. This episode will cover Game 1 and some series angles that you'll want to hop on early. Miami is the 1-seed, with homecourt, and have taken care of business, so the crew likes them in Game 1. After that, though? It gets contentious! Spiciness in the Workshop as Brandon Anderson and Raheem Palmer give the side for Boston and Matt Moore thinks t...
May 17, 2022•43 min
Home teams win Game 7's. But do they cover? Senior NBA Writer Matt Moore and NBA Betting Analyst Joe Dellera break down the NBA’s Game 7's on Sunday. The under has historically been the play, and Milwaukee-Boston is lining up nicely for it. Will Bud keep playing Grayson Allen despite all evidence indicating he shouldn’t? And what are the prop angles from that? The under trend is even stronger for Suns-Mavs, but the series trends have gone the other way. Plus, is the public overvaluing Luka Donci...
May 15, 2022•29 min
Do the Bucks Stop (The Celtics) Here? It's Friday, and the Bucks travel back home for Game 6 and a chance to head to the Eastern Conference Finals for the second year in a row. Action Network betting analysts Matt Moore , Brandon Anderson , and Raheem Palmer (on location) break it all down at the Workshop. It's victory lapping time for Brandon as the Bucks' Game 5 win pushed the Celtics to the brink. Turns out Game 6 unders are a profitable angle, and it fits the mold of this series. Will Brook ...
May 13, 2022•50 min
Can Anyone Win A Road Game?! The Heat and Suns try and close out their series on the road, but Matt Moore isn’t having any part of it. Brandon Anderson is fading Joel Embiid with his hand injury and Harden in a big game moment. Raheem Palmer likes the dogs, but Matt thinks there are only specific angles to take and Brandon and Matt are both frothing at the mouth for a chance to bet Game 7's. Sides, props, and totals in the Worskhop. Follow Raheem’s picks here .Follow Brandon’s picks here . Learn...
May 12, 2022•33 min
Is Giannis Thanos? Raheem Palmer is headed to Memphis for Game 5. Should he dress for a funeral for the Grizz, or can Memphis climb out of the 3-1 hole? Does the line think Ja Morant is playing or not? The Bucks lost a tough one in Game 4 and Raheem thinks Boston’s in position to surge into the conference finals, but Brandon Anderson has completely flipped on his series read. And Matt Moore? Well, Matt’s just happy to be here. Sides, props, totals and more in the Game 5 Workshop. Follow Raheem’s...
May 11, 2022•29 min
Are the Mavs and Sixers live for the upset? Matt Moore, Raheem Palmer and Brandon Anderson discuss a pair of Game 5 matchups on Tuesday night. Raheem is confident that the Sixers are the better team and can beat this Heat team. Matt remains adamant that shooting variance was the differential in games 3 and 4 and trusts Miami to get it done. Brandon is fading the Sixers but won’t back the Heat. The Suns have looked shook and Rah continues to compare them to better teams from history -- while Matt...
May 10, 2022•35 min
The Buckets crew is back to discuss a couple of Game 4's on Monday. The Bucks are suddenly up 2-1 over the Celtics without Khris Middleton. Did the Bucks win the swing games they needed to in this series, or can Boston storm back? Brandon, Raheem, and Matt are all backing Bucks team total unders and they debate a few alternate lines at plus odds. The Grizzlies were 20-5 straight up without Ja Morant in the lineup this season and now that he's listed as doubtful, should you now fade the fade of t...
May 09, 2022•37 min
Action Network senior NBA writer Matt Moore, professional bettor Raheem Palmer and NBA futures analyst Brandon Anderson are back for another episode of BUCKETS. - Can the Bucks respond in game 3 at home after getting worked by Boston's defense? - Will Milwaukee's offense ever get going, especially without Middleton for a few games? - Are the Grizzlies live in their series against Golden State? - Will the Warriors shoot even better at home? All this and more plus sides, totals, props and best bet...
May 07, 2022•35 min
Action Network senior NBA writer Matt Moore and NBA futures analyst Brandon Anderson are back for another episode of BUCKETS. The Sixers and Mavs face last stands at home. They guys look at how to bet the Sixers if Embiid plays and if he doesn’t, what that means for the totals and Tyler Herro props, a look at the historical trends for teams down 2-0 and more. - Can you trust the Suns' shooting to regress? - What gameplan will the Mavs stick to after trying so many looks? - Is Chris Paul human? -...
May 06, 2022•43 min
Are Sixers and Mavs drawing dead? Matt Moore, Raheem Palmer, and Brandon Anderson break down Wednesday's matchups between the Mavs/Suns and Sixers/Heat. Phoenix got whatever they wanted versus the Mavericks. Can the Mavericks do anything to cool off the Suns? Matt thinks there are indicators in favor of Dallas, while Brandon has specific props to play for how the Mavericks defended Phoenix. The Sixers got stomped in Game 1. Is redemption in sight for Sixers backers and will both teams find their...
May 04, 2022•36 min
Matt Moore , Raheem Palmer , and Brandon Anderson give their best bets for a couple of must-win games for Boston and Memphis. The Celtics got smacked in Game 1. The trends say that favorites bounce back in this spot, but can they cover the spread against the champs? Plus, the Bucks team total under cashed for the guys, so Brandon and Matt head back to the well. The Grizzlies had everything (supposedly) go right for them and still lost. Is the series over? Rah thinks the Grizz are live, but Brand...
May 03, 2022•39 min
The second round is here and Matt Moore , Raheem Palmer , and Brandon Anderson are here to break down the series matchups between the Sixers/Heat and Mavs/Suns in the Conference Semifinals. In this episode they'll give their takes on the series as well as best bets for Game 1 on Monday. Joel Embiid is out indefinitely for the Sixers. The crew goes over the line movement and answers the question, “was the move too much, not enough, or just right?” Do the Sixers have options vs. the Heat? Are they...
May 02, 2022•46 min
Matt Moore, Raheem Palmer, and Brandon Anderson are stumped on the Eastern Conference series between the Bucks & Celtics but are fiercely divided on Game 1 bets. History has shown the Bucks/Celtics rivalry leads to overs but the public sides with the under... what's the case for each side of the total? Will the Bucks jumbo lineup cause issues for the Celtics top-ranked defense? Who is going to score outside of Giannis? Jrue Holiday... Grayson Allen...is that enough? With the Grizzlies closin...
Apr 30, 2022•40 min
