Hardwood Handicappers: A VSiN Basketball Betting Podcast

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!

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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.

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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! 

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NBA win totals for the 2026-27 season have been released, and Zachary Cohen highlights the best opportunities before the odds begin to move. 

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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. 

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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  

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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.

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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!

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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?

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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.

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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!

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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 

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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.

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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.

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