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In this episode of Hardwood Handicappers, Zachary Cohen reacts to the 2026 NBA Opening Night schedule release, and also the NBA Christmas Day slate! After that, Cohen dives into the futures market and reacts to the odds for the NBA Most Improved Player award, and breaks down some contenders and prospects he likes providing insights for sports fans and bettors alike! Key moments:  NBA Opening Night Schedule release NBA Christmas Day Schedule release Common traits of NBA MIP winners Handicapping the betting favorites to win NBA MIP Zachary’s favorite NBA MIP winners/candidates heading into this season 📩 Get the free VSiN newsletter delivered to your inbox with sharp betting plays every morning: https://vsin.com/newsletter Join thousands of sports bettors using VSiN Pro for exclusive picks, tools, and analytics. Get your first month FREE with promo code YOUTUBE at checkout 👉 https://www.vsin.com/subscribe Follow VSiN for more: Website: https://www.vsin.com Twitter/X: @VSiNLive Instagram: @vsinlive TikTok: @vsinlive Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Who is the best coach in the NBA—and which coaches give bettors the biggest edge? Zachary Cohen ranks his Top 10 NBA head coaches entering the 2026 season, breaking down the leaders who consistently create value through elite adjustments, player development, defensive schemes, offensive innovation, and postseason success. Do you agree with Zach's rankings? Who is too high, too low, or completely missing from the list? Drop your own Top 10 in the comments and let's debate it. Subscribe for more NBA betting analysis: https://www.youtube.com/@VSiNLive?sub_confirmation=1 Watch more Hardwood Handicappers: https://www.youtube.com/@VSiNLive In This Episode Zach's complete Top 10 NBA coach rankings Why coaching matters more than ever when betting the NBA The case for Erik Spoelstra as the league's best coach Which coaches consistently outperform expectations The NBA's top player developers and tactical minds Honorable mentions and the biggest coaching debates Get the free VSiN newsletter delivered to your inbox with sharp betting plays every morning: https://vsin.com/newsletter The season may not have started, but sharp bettors are already preparing. Get advanced analytics, player prop projections, and expert insights with VSiN Pro. Try it for just $9.99 for your first month at VSiN.com/Subscribe. Follow VSiN for more: Website: https://www.vsin.com Twitter/X: @VSiNLive Instagram: @vsinlive TikTok: @vsinlive Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The news is finally out; LeBron James announced his decision on where he is playing next season, and it’s a jaw-dropper! This fall, LeBron is going to play for the Philadelphia 76ers and team up with Tyrese Maxey, Jaylen Brown, VJ Edgecombe, and Joel Embiid!  Zachary Cohen reacts to the news and breaks down how this signing impacts the betting market, and the entire NBA!  In this episode: 76ers odds movement to win the NBA Title, Eastern Conference, Division, Win Total, etc  LeBron’s opportunity to play with Maxey, Brown, Embiid, and Edgecombe Managing Embiid and LeBron’s health Does this make the 76ers an NBA title contender? Should other teams in the Eastern Conference be scared of the 76ers?  Eastern Conference rankings after the signing  📩 Get the free VSiN newsletter delivered to your inbox with sharp betting plays every morning: https://vsin.com/newsletter Join thousands of sports bettors using VSiN Pro for exclusive picks, tools, and analytics. Get your first month FREE with promo code YOUTUBE at checkout 👉 https://www.vsin.com/subscribe Follow VSiN for more: Website: https://www.vsin.com Twitter/X: @VSiNLive Instagram: @vsinlive TikTok: @vsinlive #LeBronJames #76ers #NBAnews Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

NBA win totals for the 2026-27 season have been released, and Zachary Cohen highlights the best opportunities before the odds begin to move.  Follow the Podcast and Subscribe for NBA analysis and betting insights throughout the summer: https://www.youtube.com/@HardwoodHandicappers?sub_confirmation=1  From the Celtics, Jazz & Pacers to the Thunder, Spurs and more, Zachary breaks down which teams are priced too low, which contenders are overvalued, and where the best value exists heading into the new NBA season.  The episode also features a look at the biggest Summer League standouts, including Caleb Wilson, Malik Thomas, Brayden Burries, Khaman Maluach and Will Riley, with early reactions to the rookies and sophomores making the strongest impressions in Las Vegas.  In This Episode  Best NBA win total over bets for the 2026-27 season  Teams Zachary believes are undervalued by the sportsbooks  Championship contenders that could fall short of expectations  Early NBA futures betting strategy Summer League's biggest rookie standouts  Sophomores making major jumps heading into next season   Get the free VSiN newsletter delivered to your inbox with sharp betting plays every morning: https://vsin.com/newsletter Join thousands of sports bettors using VSiN Pro for exclusive picks, tools, and analytics. Get VSiN Pro for just $9.99 your first month: https://vsin.com/subscribe Follow VSiN for more: Website: https://www.vsin.com Twitter/X: @VSiNLive Instagram: @vsinlive TikTok: @vsinlive Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

NBA Summer League betting is here, and Zachary Cohen breaks down the best bets, top prospects and must-watch games before the action begins. Plus, LeBron's landing spot - Zachary lays out why one team is the perfect fit.  From NBA Summer League futures to rookie matchups and the latest offseason news, this episode has everything basketball bettors and NBA fans want. Follow the Podcast and Subscribe on YouTube for NBA analysis and betting insights throughout the summer: https://www.youtube.com/@VSiNLive?sub_confirmation=1 In This Episode: NBA Summer League format and what bettors should know Zach Cohen's NBA Summer League futures bets and best value picks The teams with the best odds and biggest betting opportunities Top NBA Summer League prospects and rookie matchups to watch The best games on the Summer League schedule LeBron James' next team possibilities NBA free agency updates and offseason moves Get the free VSiN newsletter delivered to your inbox with sharp betting plays every morning: https://vsin.com/newsletter Join thousands of sports bettors using VSiN Pro for exclusive picks, tools, and analytics. Get VSiN Pro for just $9.99 your first month: https://vsin.com/subscribe Follow VSiN for more: Website: https://www.vsin.com Twitter/X: @VSiNLive Instagram: @vsinlive TikTok: @vsinlive Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode of Hardwood Handicappers, Zachary Cohen reacts to the big blockbuster trade that the Boston Celtics send Jaylen Brown to the Philadelphia 76ers for Paul George and a few draft picks!  Cohen also reacts to the Lakers acquiring Walker Kessler from the Jazz. Are the Celtics being slept on now to win the NBA Championship next year at 14/1? Cohen answers that and more! In this episode: Are the 76ers now a contender for the Eastern Conference or NBA championship? Are the Celtics a better team without Jaylen Brown? How will Paul George help Boston? What does this trade do for Payton Pritchard? Where do the Lakers rank in the West after acquiring Walker Kessler? Is taking the Celtics 14/1 to win the NBA Championship a good value bet? 📩 Get the free VSiN newsletter delivered to your inbox with sharp betting plays every morning: https://vsin.com/newsletter Join thousands of sports bettors using VSiN Pro for exclusive picks, tools, and analytics. Get your first month FREE with promo code YOUTUBE at checkout 👉 https://www.vsin.com/subscribe Follow VSiN for more: Website: https://www.vsin.com Twitter/X: @VSiNLive Instagram: @vsinlive TikTok: @vsinlive #JaylenBrown #PaulGeorge #76ers #Celtics #NBAnews Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

NBA Free Agency and trades have transformed the NBA landscape. Are the Toronto Raptors the biggest threat to the Knicks in the Eastern Conference? Where will LeBron James play next? And which bets should you make before the odds adjust? Follow the Podcast and Subscribe on YouTube for NBA analysis and betting insights throughout the summer: https://www.youtube.com/@VSiNLive?sub_confirmation=1 On this episode of Hardwood Handicappers, Zachary Cohen and Jonathan Von Tobel analyze the biggest NBA Free Agency signings, blockbuster trades, championship contenders, and betting implications heading into the 2026-27 NBA season. The conversation begins with Kawhi Leonard's blockbuster move to Toronto and why the Raptors may have vaulted into the top tier of the Eastern Conference. The guys also discuss LeBron James leaving the Lakers and what LBJ, Steph Curry and Draymond Green could do to reshape the NBA championship race. Plus, the guys analyze the Ja Morant trade, Portland's new outlook, the Timberwolves with LaMelo Ball, underrated free agency signings, teams that could outperform expectations, and the NBA futures bets worth making before sportsbooks adjust. In this episode: Kawhi Leonard's impact on the Raptors and Eastern Conference LeBron James' next team and best landing spots Warriors, Lakers and Western Conference outlook Ja Morant trade analysis and Portland's ceiling Timberwolves with LaMelo Ball Sneaky free agency signings that could pay off Best NBA betting opportunities after free agency and trades Chapters: 00:00 Introductions 01:21 Reaction: Kawhi Leonard traded to the Raptors 03:13 New Eastern Conference betting values 06:58 Underwhelming return for the Clippers 08:27 What are the Pistons doing? 11:54 LeBron James landing spots 14:30 What the Warriors need to add with LeBron 16:31 Steph + LeBron + AD = ? 19:49 Who can beat the Spurs or Thunder in the West? 21:07 Ja Morant trade analysis: Grizzlies got better 23:01 How Ja fits in Portland 28:57 Timberwolves with LaMelo Ball 32:58 LeBron to Minnesota? 34:18 Suns are better but harder to root for 37:20 Sneaky awesome signing: Dean Wade to 76ers 40:21 The Heat are this season's Pistons 46:06 Deals we like 46:52 Trades we want the Lakers to make   📩 Get the free VSiN newsletter delivered to your inbox with sharp betting plays every morning: https://vsin.com/newsletter Join thousands of sports bettors using VSiN Pro for exclusive picks, tools, and analytics. Get your first month FREE with promo code YOUTUBE at checkout 👉 https://www.vsin.com/subscribe Follow VSiN for more: Website: https://www.vsin.com Twitter/X: @VSiNLive Instagram: @vsinlive TikTok: @vsinlive Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode of Hardwood Handicappers, Zachary Cohen reacts to the latest trades and signings made in the NBA offseason, starting off with the Charlotte Hornets trading LaMelo Ball to the Minnesota Timberwolves.  Cohen also reacts to the Hornets trading Miles Bridges to the Phoenix Suns. How does this make Phoenix a better team? Zach also dives into the biggest questions going on in the NBA; where will Kawhi Leonard, LeBron James, and Jaylen Brown end up? Cohen answers that and more! In this episode: How LaMelo Ball could transform the Timberwolves  How does the Miles Bridges trade make the Suns better? Rumors and team fits for Kawhi Leonard  Rumors and team fits for LeBron James Rumors and team fits for Jaylen Brown Malik Beasley indicted in gambling case  📩 Get the free VSiN newsletter delivered to your inbox with sharp betting plays every morning: https://vsin.com/newsletter Join thousands of sports bettors using VSiN Pro for exclusive picks, tools, and analytics. Get your first month FREE with promo code YOUTUBE at checkout 👉 https://www.vsin.com/subscribe Follow VSiN for more: Website: https://www.vsin.com Twitter/X: @VSiNLive Instagram: @vsinlive TikTok: @vsinlive Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The 2026 NBA Draft started exactly as expected... until one surprising pick at No. 9 changed the conversation. Zachary Cohen breaks down the biggest winners, best fits, and most intriguing storylines from the first round, including why the Oklahoma City Thunder and San Antonio Spurs may have had the best nights of any teams in the league.  Plus, Zachary shares his thoughts on several significant NBA moves, including the Trail Blazers hiring Micah Nori as head coach, Trae Young's extension in Washington and Julius Randle traded to the Nets. Follow the Podcast and Subscribe on YouTube for NBA analysis and betting insights throughout the summer: https://www.youtube.com/@VSiNLive?sub_confirmation=1 In this episode: Why the first eight picks unfolded exactly as expected The Mavericks' surprise selection of Morez Johnson Jr. at No. 9 Why Zach loved the Thunder adding Aday Mara and Bennett Stirtz Why the Spurs could have landed two future difference-makers in Jayden Quaintance and Tarris Reed Jr. Favorite draft fits featuring Darius Acuff Jr., Yaxel Lendeborg, Ebuka Okorie, Labaron Philon Jr., and Cameron Carr The latest NBA coaching and trade news, including Micah Nori, Trae Young, and Julius Randle Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this hour of Hardwood Handicappers,  Zach Cohen reacts to Giannis Antetokounmpo getting traded to the Miami Heat. Plus, Bruce Pearl and Ryan McDonough join the show to preview the NBA Draft. Get instant access to expert picks, public betting splits data, and pro betting tools when you join VSiN pro. You can take 17% off an annual subscription when you use promo code: POD26. Click Here to get started. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Giannis Antetokounmpo is officially headed to the Miami Heat, and the NBA betting landscape has changed overnight. In this emergency episode of Hardwood Handicappers, Zachary Cohen reacts to the blockbuster trade, breaks down every betting implication, and analyzes where the value lies in the NBA Championship, Eastern Conference, and MVP futures markets. If you're looking for actionable NBA betting analysis following one of the biggest trades in league history, this emergency episode has you covered. Follow the Podcast and Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VSiNLive?sub_confirmation=1 In This Episode Emergency reaction to Giannis Antetokounmpo being traded to the Miami Heat What the Boston Celtics offered and why a deal wasn't reached Complete breakdown of the blockbuster trade package What the trade means for the Milwaukee Bucks moving forward Why this move is another defining moment for Pat Riley Immediate betting implications and how the futures market reacted Ranking Miami's projected starting lineup and rotation The biggest concern surrounding Giannis in Miami Which free agents could join the Heat next Handicapping the Eastern Conference futures market Breaking down Giannis' new MVP odds and betting value Final trade evaluation and overall grades   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The NBA offseason just exploded. In this episode, we break down the absolute shocker out of Dallas: Masai Ujiri pulls off a massive coup, hiring reigning National Champion Dusty May away from Michigan to coach Cooper Flagg and the Mavericks. What does this jump from college to the pros mean for the Mavs’ future, and how does it shake up tomorrow's draft?' Speaking of the draft, Tuesday is finally here and we are looking at it strictly from a gambling perspective. We’re giving you our favorite prop bets, target lines, and the draft-day trades the sharps are locking in right now. SIRIUS XM NBA reporter Coach Matt McCall jumps in to join Zach to break it all down. Finally, it’s never too early to talk MVP. We open up the 2027 sportsbooks to look at the early futures odds. Who is sitting with the best value, and which longshots are worth a sprinkle before the season even starts? Hit that subscribe button and let's cash some tickets! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The NBA Draft betting market is shifting fast, and smart bettors are already moving ahead of the numbers. Zachary Cohen reveals an NBA Draft betting edge, plus sharp information involving LeBron James, Giannis Antetokounmpo, and Trae Young. Follow the Podcast and Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VSiNLive?sub_confirmation=1 Zachary dives into where the NBA Draft market is creating real value, why Nate Ament continues to climb draft boards, and how sharp money is shaping the betting landscape heading into draft night. He also reacts to impactful league-wide rumors involving superstar movement and roster uncertainty across the league. In this episode: NBA Draft betting edge and market movement Why Nate Ament is rising up draft boards Betting angles around draft position and team fit Latest rumors surrounding LeBron James and the Lakers New speculation around Giannis Antetokounmpo and Milwaukee’s future direction Updated talk around Trae Young and his long-term situation NBA Futures betting values for next season How sharps are approaching NBA offseason markets This episode is built for bettors looking to stay ahead of NBA Draft odds, player movement, futures markets, and sharp betting signals before the mainstream catches up. If you’re following NBA betting, NBA Draft analysis, player props, or offseason market edges, subscribe to Hardwood Handicappers for more sharp-driven breakdowns throughout the offseason. 📩 Get the free VSiN newsletter delivered to your inbox with sharp betting plays every morning:https://vsin.com/newsletter Join thousands of sports bettors using VSiN Pro for exclusive picks, tools, and analytics. Get your first month FREE with promo code YOUTUBE at checkout 👉https://www.vsin.com/subscribe Follow VSiN for more: Website: https://www.vsin.com Twitter/X: @VSiNLive Instagram: @vsinlive TikTok: @vsinlive Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The New York Knicks finally did it! New York beats the San Antonio Spurs in Game 5 of the NBA Finals and secure their first NBA Championship since 1973!  Subscribe for daily betting insights on the NBA Finals, NBA Draft and more: https://www.youtube.com/@HardwoodHandicappers?sub_confirmation=1   In this episode of Hardwood Handicappers, Zachary Cohen reacts to the New York Knicks pulling it off, highlighting key performances, and also breaks down what went wrong with the Spurs and what they need to do in the offseason.  Cohen also dives into the latest odds to win the 2027 NBA championship, highlights four teams he is willing to wager on super early, and concludes the show by touching on some NBA Draft news relating to AJ Dybantsa & Darryn Peterson.  In this episode: Knicks win their first championship in 53 years Jalen Brunson’s legacy in New York Mike Brown hiring paid off Is this one of the best championship teams of all time? What went wrong with San Antonio in the Finals? Should the Spurs trade De’Aaron Fox? Wemby went from being loved to being hated by NBA fans Latest odds to win 2027 NBA championship Zach’s four teams he likes super early to win 2027 NBA championship  Latest NBA Draft news 📩 Get the free VSiN newsletter delivered to your inbox with sharp betting plays every morning: https://vsin.com/newsletter Join thousands of sports bettors using VSiN Pro for exclusive picks, tools, and analytics. Get your first month FREE with promo code YOUTUBE at checkout 👉 https://www.vsin.com/subscribe Follow VSiN for more: Website: https://www.vsin.com Twitter/X: @VSiNLive Instagram: @vsinlive TikTok: @vsinlive #Knicks  #Spurs  #NBAbetting Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

NBA Finals Game 5 brings critical betting edges, the Giannis trade watch heats up, and the NBA Draft continues to shift with real betting movement toward draft night decisions. Zachary Cohen reveals the most actionable angles from Game 5, including one player prop that has hit in three straight games, plus the key betting reads shaping how this series adjusts going forward. Then he shifts to one of the biggest developing NBA storylines: Giannis Antetokounmpo trade watch. What Zachary is hearing, why momentum is building, and how the league is beginning to position itself if a move becomes real. Finally, Zachary delivers actionable NBA Draft intel highlighting which prospects NBA teams are most likely to select on draft night based on rising interest, workout buzz, and front office signals across the league. Follow the Podcast and Subscribe on YouTube for daily NBA betting insights: https://www.youtube.com/@HardwoodHandicappers?sub_confirmation=1  In This Episode: NBA Finals Game 5 expectations and adjustments Best bets and player prop breakdowns Devin Vassell 3PT betting angle analysis Why Giannis trade watch is heating up Potential trade scenarios and team interest NBA Draft risers, fits, and team targeting trends Which prospects are gaining real draft-night traction 📩 Get the free VSiN newsletter delivered to your inbox with sharp betting plays every morning:https://vsin.com/newsletter Join thousands of sports bettors using VSiN Pro for exclusive picks, tools, and analytics. Get your first month FREE with promo code YOUTUBE at checkout 👉https://www.vsin.com/subscribe Follow VSiN for more: Website: https://www.vsin.com Twitter/X: @VSiNLive Instagram: @vsinlive TikTok: @vsinlive   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.