Covered in Glory

Gina Paradiso and Kendrick Perkins link up to discuss Perk's recent comments regarding Allen Iverson and Russell Westbrook.

Then Big Perk gives out his picks for the upcoming slate of NBA games and why he prefers betting first halves. Next up, they get into Dame Lillard's frustration with the Portland Trail Blazers and where he could end up playing next. After that, Perk predicts what the Toronto Raptors will look like next season.

Finally, they look at the best teams in the Western Conference and Steph Curry's ridiculous month.

The Betting Academy: Hoops Edition is a collaboration between The Gaming Society and the Extra Points Podcast Network.

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Rob and Martin are joined by Shaun Powell from NBA.com to talk all things b-ball and if Russ Westbrook avg triple doubles and asks the question “What happened to our perception?” and also answers the question “what is wrong with the Celtics?” Rob claims he can smell the stink of the Timberwolves from home.

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Perk and Gina open up with a discussion on who is the best looking NBA player, and Gina thinks there are a ton of players in contention.

Then, we get through the entire slate of tonight’s NBA action with Perk’s Picks. Big Perk likes Philly to roll past Atlanta and thinks Cleveland will respond to the negative attention around Kevin Love.

Perk gives out his favorite pick of the night in the Knicks matchup against the Bulls. Perk shouts out the solid play of New York as of late and agrees with LeBron that the NBA is better when the Knicks play well.

Gina and Perk are also rolling with the Wizards to stay hot on the heels of big performances from Russ and Beal. Gina calls out a few player props for Washington that she loves tonight.

Finally, Gina and Perk wrap with a possible Western Conference Finals preview as the Clippers take on the Suns, and they discuss how far both teams can go in the playoffs.

The Betting Academy: Hoops Edition is a collaboration between The Gaming Society and the Extra Points Podcast Network.

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Paul and Caleb begin the show by giving an update on the 41st National Sports Collectors Convention in Chicago. Paul finds a 88-89 Fleer basketball set for only $300 that may have potentially yielded a solid grade Michael Jordan.

The Card Wars spending standings stands at Paul $5,480 and Caleb has only spent $2,309 however he has his eyes on some $500-$1,000 whales. The guys talk about the upcoming NBA playoffs and how the more playoff teams the better for the card industry as players from even lower seeded teams could get a bump in value. The Knicks could be poised to see a rise in prices including RJ Barrett and Julius Randle. Plus, Caleb explains why Steph Curry is deserving of the MVP trophy.

The guys give their top pick-ups of the week and it’s a battle between two Ronald Acuna Jr. cards they each paid $150 for. Plus, Paul talks about how he saw baseball becoming the global game it is today by playing in overseas tournaments.

Finally, the guys give their thoughts on Saturday’s Kentucky Derby- as they both think Essential Quality will be tough to beat and give their horses to keep an eye on.

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Big Perk opens The Betting Academy with an explainer on why betting the spread in the first half is the better play compared to the full-game spread in the NBA.

Then, Gina and Perk dive into Perk’s Picks for tonight’s NBA Action, and zero in on Heat vs Hawks, Celtics-Nets, Rockets-Clippers and Grizzlies-Blazers.

We look ahead to the Battle for LA, where Gina explains the difference in mentality between the two teams in dealing with key injuries. Perk thinks coaching is the reason for the Clippers’ success and credits Ty Lue.

Finally, we lock in on Nuggets-Warriors in a matchup of MVP contenders. Gina thinks Steph will continue to build his case for MVP, while Perk thinks Golden State isn’t relevant enough in the playoff picture.

The Betting Academy: Hoops Edition is a collaboration between The Gaming Society and the Extra Points Podcast Network.

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The fellas discuss the return of good basketball for Knicks fans and debate if the Phoenix Suns or Utah Jazz are actual contenders in the West.

Then, Martin apologizes for recent Weiss advice before giving out tonight’s picks and the return of Anthony Davis and his impact for the Lake Show.

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Paul downloaded the eBay app and it has been a game changer as now he’s constantly monitoring auctions and buying cards 24/7. While Caleb hasn’t opened a single pack yet in this competition, Paul bought a sealed wax box of 1993 Upper Deck baseball (Derek Jeter’s rookie year) for $175, but isn’t sure if he’ll be able to keep it without opening it. Paul also loaded up on Larry Walker Leaf rookies, with his Hall of Fame induction he is finally getting his due and a 2004 Skybox Lebron James USA card that Beckett graded out at 9.5

Caleb and Paul discuss how Friday night is the best time to end an eBay listing for sellers because it’s pay day and buyers should be looking for listings that have bad ending times. Caleb says there aren’t many steals on eBay and the market is constantly hitting their comps.

Caleb gets a ’93 Topps Gold Derek Jeter Rookie card for $119, the guys discuss how Derek Jeter rookies will continue to surge and have room to grow. Caleb opened up a sealed 89 Upper Deck set and talked about how important the Ken Griffey Jr. rookie card centering us.

Caleb and Paul have changed their strategy now going with established stars over prospects, especially with the Baseball Hall of Fame ceremony coming, the upcoming Magic Johnson documentary and Michael Jordan inducting Kobe into the Basketball Hall of Fame.

Paul and Caleb discuss why NBA big men don’t sell as high as other players, disagree over Kevin Durant as Paul doesn’t think he can stay healthy and when to buy back in on Steph Curry.

Paul thinks he is winning Card Wars but Caleb has more money left. Finally, Caleb finds a signed Paul Lo Duca “Passing the Torch” card and the reason he is on it with Duke Snider.

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Gina and Big Perk discuss the Laker’s title odds with Anthony Davis only a handful of days away from a return. Gina thinks there’s lots of value in the Lakers’ future to win it all.

Then we shift to the East, where Big Perk is all in on the Sixers. Big Perk thinks Philly will come out of the East with the Nets still dealing with lingering injury issues. Perk is also sticking with Simmons to win DPOY and likes Philly to cover in the first half tonight against the Warriors.

We dive into Perks Picks, and Gina and Big Perk like the Bucks and Memphis to both cover in the first half. While Gina and Perk aren't sure if the Wizards will cover against the Thunder, they are both loving the play of Russ Westbrook as a “walking triple double.”

Finally, Big Perk thinks Julius Randle should be in the MVP conversation since the Knicks are playing their best basketball in nearly a decade.

The Betting Academy: Hoops Edition is a collaboration between The Gaming Society and the Extra Points Podcast Network.

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Gina and Perk start with a look at the NBA playoff picture and which teams are fighting for a play-in spot. Gina believes the Warriors will sneak in the West, and Perk thinks the Wizards and Raptors could both make the cut in the East.

Then, Gina makes her predictions for the WNBA Draft and looks ahead to championship futures. Gina thinks there’s lots of value in picking Candace Parker’s Chicago Sky.

Perk and Gina lock in on a possible NBA Finals preview between the Clippers and Sixers, and Perk picks against one of his favorite players this season.

We then dive into the MVP playoff picture, and Big Perk thinks while Jokic is the favorite that he isn’t a lock to win the award. Perk thinks Embiid is a serious contender and Dame has an outside shot, while Gina argues Steph deserves more respect and consideration.

Big Perk gives Perks Picks for Friday’s slate of games and goes on a frenzy of first-half spread bets.

Finally, Gina and Perk discuss if Luka is overrated and debate if he’s a top 10 player this season.

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Rob and Martin are joined by Marc J. Spears from The Undefeated writer joins to discuss the recent retirement announcement of Lamarcus Aldridge, MVP candidates and a blistering take on Steph Curry eclipsing Joe Montana as the most important athlete in the Bay Area.

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