Covered in Glory

T.J. Houshmandzadeh claims he is now “TJ Nostradamus” in this episode after predicting this Super Bowl matchup. Easier to spell.

The fellas weigh in on the reported hiring of David Culley by the Texans. Eric Bieniemy has been passed over, again. Title game recaps regarding the terrible decision to kick a field goal and the terrible 2nd half decisions of Tom Brady. The Bucs D got all the points and how KC will win if they just hold onto the ball.

@RobParkerFS1 & T.J. Houshmandzadeh

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Gina Paradiso and Kendrick Perkins preview tonight’s “Big Three” games; Lakers/Sixers (+3.5) as they discuss how some people (ahem-Jason Hillman) will never learn not to poke King James and to stop betting against him. Heat(+6)/Nuggets as Perk explains Duncan Robinson’s true value to Miami. Mavericks (+2)/ Jazz and why Luka needs to make more “winning plays” more than just putting up triple-double type stats. Gina thinks bettors are sleeping on the Jazz but Perk still wants to see them beat top tier teams (02:00).

Then they discuss some trade rumors including Bradley Beal and the need for him to formally request a trade (28:45), JJ Reddick would be a great fit in Boston and how Derrick Rose would be a game changing piece for the LA Clippers. Gina and Perk look at some long shot odds to “Put a Dollah” on it including a dark horse for 6th Man of the Year (39:30) and Perk says Deshaun Watson to the 49ers makes sense, stay the hell away from the NY Jets (46:15)!

Perk and Gina disagree on the Super Bowl as Perk is all in on the Chiefs and Gina refuses to bet against Brady (48:30). Finally, Perk remembers the great Kobe Bryant, 1-year after his tragic passing (54:15).

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

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The coaching algorithm should not get you out of rhythm- aka you can’t beat KC with field goals. Josh Allen had the title game jitters. Jen apologizes to Jerry for a recent verbal assault. Will Aaron and Aaron leave Green Bay? Juicy storylines for next season set up by a spin of the QB carousel. Do Tyreek and Kelce have the greatest receiving chemistry ever? Jen is labeled both a heel and a baby face for her apology to Tom Brady. Why this Super Bowl with the Big Goat and Baby Goat has the greatest offensive cast ever assembled. Finally, boneless wings, yay or nay? The great Super Bowl snack debates begin.

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Do sleepers exist this weekend? Chalk in everyone’s lineups, adjust yours accordingly. Jen suggests a FanDuel strategy of cash games and double ups. Jerry was hot on a Buc/Chiefs Super Bowl months ago but now he’s certain the Packers are legit. Jerry floats the idea of a Super Bowl Saturday setting off a debate over Sundays, Mondays, when to brag and when to deal with hangovers. Jen and Jerry agree on the NFC title game but are split over the AFC. Former experience playing a lawyer on TV comes in handy for Jerry as another debate erupts into a near fist fight over Fournette being “hot or not?” Chopping up props and why Jen wouldn’t waste $10 on one of Jerry’s.

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The Betting Academy is back and Perk is officially on Cameo as fans are already asking him to roast people! Gina and Perk break down their “First 48” including a Cavaliers (+6.5)/Nets rematch, Clippers (-13)/Thunder and Perk’s windmill dunk the Bulls (+3)/Hornets, plus why the Celtics/Sixers is must-see tv.

Gina and Perk on how Tom Thibodeau has turned around the Knicks, Julius Randle is in the mix for Most Improved Player of the Year, Obi Toppin for Rookie of the Year and the Knicks to make the playoffs. They recap Bucks/Lakers and the continued underappreciation of Lebron James especially on the defensive end.

Gina wonders who will check Kyrie Irving, will it be Steve Nash? Was Shaq trippin’ to challenge Donovan Mitchell in a post-game interview? Perk takes Michigan to bounce back against Purdue. Finally, Perk and Gina make their picks for the AFC/NFC Championship games.

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

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Does a man with more kids than playoff wins belong in the Hall of Fame? Why Tom Brady played mistake-free and Drew Brees didn’t. Patrick Mahomes sparks a discussion on concussions. AFC/NFC title game picks. More hirings and firings have come and gone but where are the black head coaches?

@RobParkerFS1 & T.J. Houshmandzadeh

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It’s Inauguration Day in Washington, D.C. and the return of Kyrie Irving gives more hope in Brooklyn; Perk thinks the Nets (-10.5) are giving up a lot of points to the Cavaliers. Perk recalls the time KG told a Celtics team doctor that players eat first and threw his plate in the trash. A preview of 76ers (-5)/Celtics and why Shake Milton has been a difference maker. Suns/Rockets (+5.5) and Christian Wood being a possible All-Star and what’s going on with Lou Williams?

Perk and Gina think the Grizzlies have been impressive and why the Pelicans/Zion talk needs to stop. Perk says it’s time to “Free J.J.” and send him to a contender. Plus why the Lakers are an overall, better team than the Brooklyn Nets and the need for them to add additional role players.

Perk and Gina discuss why Giannis needs to be more impactful, especially in closing games and Gina takes a victory lap as the Warriors beat the Lakers. Finally, Gina is up 1-0 in the “First to 10” Frenchie Fluffy Bet as they look to make another wager.

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

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One of the weirdest divisional weekends ever is discussed. Will OBJ be a positive or negative upon his return and is Tom Brady the G.O.A.T or just the L(uckiest) O.A.T? Which is the most entertaining “Oldie vs Newbie” quarterback playoff matchup? Breaking down the best defenses left in the playoffs. Playoff picks and why some are sticking with Josh Allen - even though his mustache sucks. Things look juicy for the Jameis era and are you all in on UFO’s? We are.

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Playoff parlays and player props from the newly minted Jen “Prop” Piacenti are curated and presented for Jerry to choose from…spoiler, he likes em all. Does Sean Payton have Tom’s number now? Lineups and picks for all of the playoff games are discussed. Jerry’s wife gets him a “murder mystery event “on a boat and Jen reveals she was once hired to work a James Bond event. Is Lamar Jackson really afraid of the snow? Why Jerry thinks he’s trolling us all.

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Before getting to the major James Harden trade news Gina Paradiso and Kendrick Perkins jump right into their "First 48" bets. Perk thinks you have to take the Spurs to cover the first half against a depleted Rockets and some college basketball talk including Idaho sucks. [00:00]

Perk and Gina debate the best backcourt in the NBA and why Coby White and Zach LaVine are in the Top 10 conversation. Plus, Perk has a surprise pick for unsung hero of the Lakers and why their chemistry is even better than last season.

Perk and Gina take a break from hoops to talk NFL playoffs, Perk says you’d be a fool not to take the Packers this weekend, stay away from Bucs/Saints and the Browns are going to get smacked by the Chiefs. Which leads Gina to make their first official bet as she likes the Browns to cover.

Then, they break down the blockbuster James Harden deal and debate if the Nets gave up too much. Perk would have traded Kyrie instead and kept the young core. Was James Harden disrespectful to his Houston teammates on the way out? Perk predicts Bradley Beal could be headed to the Miami Heat. And finally, Gina and Perk introduce the "First to 10" Frenchie Fluffy Bet!

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

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