Hardwood Handicappers: A VSiN Basketball Betting Podcast

The Knicks take control of the Eastern Conference Finals and put the Cavaliers in a must-win situation as Game 3 shifts to Cleveland while Thunder at Spurs Game 3 sets up one of the most important betting slates of the NBA playoffs.

Zachary Cohen analyzes the dominant effort by New York, tells you if Cleveland can claw back in the series and handicaps the pivotal Game 3 matchup in San Antonio, identifying key edges, player prop opportunities, and where the market may be mispricing tonight’s NBA action.

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If you’re betting NBA playoffs, tracking NBA player props, or looking for Thunder vs Spurs Game 3 betting edges and Knicks vs Cavaliers series analysis, this episode delivers full breakdowns and actionable picks.

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Zachary Cohen and Jonathan Von Tobel are back with another edition of Hardwood Handicappers. On today’s episode, the hosts recap all the action they saw last night in Game 2 of the Western Conference Finals between the Spurs and Thunder, and preview and give out their bets for Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Finals between the Cavaliers and Knicks! 

💰 In This Episode:

Thunder bounces back and beat Spurs 

Injuries for Spurs & Thunder

Spurs might get Fox back for Game 3 

Highlighting OKC’s bench in Game 2 

Hartenstein going up against Wemby 

What will Chet Holmgren’s role look like in the rest of the series? 

Alex Caruso’s impact in the WCF 

How do the Cavs bounce back after blowing a 22-point lead?

James Harden going up against Brunson

Cavs need to show up tonight before heading back to Cleveland 

Bet the over or under for Cavs-Knicks?

Best Bets 

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The NBA Playoffs delivered another instant classic — and now all eyes turn to Game 2 in Oklahoma City. Zachary Cohen is joined by SiriusXM NBA Radio’s Jason Jackson to react to the Knicks’ stunning comeback win over the Cavaliers, break down what went wrong for Cleveland, and preview the massive adjustments ahead for Spurs vs Thunder in the Western Conference Finals.

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In this episode, Jason Jackson shares his biggest takeaways from New York’s historic 22-point comeback victory in Game 1, including what it means for the Knicks moving forward and whether the Cavaliers can recover mentally after a brutal collapse. The guys also discuss Jason Kidd’s exit from Dallas, Cooper Flagg’s future with the Mavericks, Miami Heat offseason storylines, and potential coaching candidates around the NBA.

Then Zachary & Jason dive into Spurs vs Thunder Game 2 as Zachary reveals his favorite NBA player props, betting angles and best bets for tonight’s playoff matchup.

Hear Jason Jackson every Sunday morning with Amin Elhassan on “NBA Insiders” from 10am–1pm ET on SiriusXM NBA Radio Channel 86: https://www.siriusxm.com/channels/siriusxm-nba-radio

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Victor Wembanyama just delivered a playoff performance that will be talked about for a long time — on the road against the league’s MVP and the NBA’s top team — as Knicks-Cavs Game 1 takes center stage in the Eastern Conference.

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On this episode of Hardwood Handicappers, Zachary Cohen and Kelley Bydlon break down the massive Game 1 performance from Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs over the defending champion Thunder in the Western Conference Finals and how the betting market has already reset on Game 2 and the rest of the series. 

Then the focus shifts to the Eastern Conference Finals showdown between the Cavaliers and Knicks with betting angles, matchup edges and handicaps for Game 1 and the series.

What You’ll Learn

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VSiN’s Zach Cohen previews and reveals his top plays for the first game of the NBA Western Conference Finals between the San Antonio Spurs and the Oklahoma City Thunder — betting analysis, predictions, and expert picks to help you beat the books. 

Cohen also reacts to Shai-Gilgeous Alexander winning his second straight MVP award, the Cavs dominating the Pistons in Game 7 of the semifinals, and dives into some of the series prices for the Eastern Conference Finals between the Cleveland Cavaliers and New York Knicks. 

💰 In This Episode:

Cavs advance to the Eastern Conference Finals 

Early look at Cavs vs Knicks series prices 

SGA wins NBA MVP wins second straight year 

Spurs vs Thunder series outlook

Spurs at Thunder Game 1 preview 

Best bets for tonight

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Game 6 NBA player props, playoff edges, and Draft Combine risers headline this Friday breakdown.

Zachary Cohen breaks down his favorite NBA player props and best bets for Friday’s Game 6 playoff matchups, including key betting angles for Pistons at Cavaliers and Spurs at Timberwolves. Zachary reveals where he sees potential value in the prop market, how rotations and usage are shaping these games, and which matchups could swing betting outcomes.

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The episode also explores the latest news and buzz from the NBA Draft Combine, where one standout prospect is quickly climbing draft boards after a breakout scrimmage performance and strong measurements. Zachary evaluates what’s real, what’s noise, and how it could impact draft positioning moving forward.

If you’re looking for NBA betting picks, NBA player props, playoff betting strategy, NBA Draft insight, futures angles, and sharp sports betting analysis, this episode delivers a focused breakdown for Friday’s slate.

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This episode of Hardwood Handicappers features a detailed discussion on NBA draft prospects, and early betting strategies. VSiN’s Zach Cohen and Jonathan Von Tobel analyze recent games, player performances, and potential draft picks, providing valuable insights for basketball fans and bettors alike!

Cohen and JVT also react to the Cavs beating the Pistons in Game 5, and where their confidence levels are at for Cleveland to close out this series and go up against the Knicks in the Eastern Conference Finals!

💰 In This Episode:

Cavs beat Pistons in OT, CLE leads series 3-2

Could the Cavs beat the Knicks?

Should Detroit trade for Kawhi Leonard?

Do the Cavs close out the series in Game 6? 

Value betting Darryn Peterson to go 1st overall 

AJ Dybantsa 25/1 to go 3rd overall  

Cam Boozer’s odds to go 3rd overall 

Darius Acuff Jr.'s ceiling in the Draft 

What should Kingston Fleming's draft position odds be?

Who will likely fall out of the first round?

Who should draft Aday Mara?

Jayden Quaintance’s athleticism 

Zach on Bennett Stirtz

Leans and betting angles for tomorrow’s playoff games

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Former NBA GM Ryan McDonough reveals NBA Draft sleepers, undervalued prospects, Giannis trade logic, and Cavs-Pistons Game 5 best bets as well as predictions for the NBA Finals and Championship.

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On this episode of Hardwood Handicappers, Zachary Cohen is joined by former Phoenix Suns General Manager and current SiriusXM NBA Radio analyst Ryan McDonough for a deep look inside how NBA front offices are approaching the Draft, the Playoffs, and the upcoming offseason.

McDonough breaks down his top NBA Draft prospects, highlights undervalued players in this year’s class, and explains what separates high-level prospects from long-term role players. He also discusses how teams evaluate injuries, availability, and long-term fit when making lottery decisions.

McDonough also explores what he would prioritize in a Giannis Antetokounmpo trade package, and identifies non-obvious teams expected to make a splash this offseason. He also gives insight into what’s next for the Suns from a former front office perspective.

The episode also includes takeaways from the Spurs' beat down of the Timberwolves in Game 5 and predictions for Game 6 in Minnesota, plus a Game 5 preview of Cavaliers at Pistons, including betting market movement, props, and best bets.

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NBA Playoffs Game 5 between the Timberwolves and Spurs headlines a pivotal night in the series—and the futures market is starting to react as playoff pressure intensifies across the league.

Zachary Cohen and Kelley Bydlon focus on the pivotal Game 5 between the Timberwolves and Spurs, breaking down key matchup edges, betting angles, and how this result could impact the broader NBA Playoffs futures market.

The discussion shifts to an NBA Playoffs overview, starting with the Thunder completing a sweep of the Lakers and what that dominant performance means for their championship outlook moving forward. The guys also recap the Cavaliers’ strong response against the Pistons, as Cleveland evens the series at 2-2 and resets the tone of the matchup.

The guys wrap with one of the biggest ongoing NBA storylines: where LeBron James could play next, with an interesting prediction from Zachary that would shake the Association this summer.

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VSiN’s Zach Cohen reacts to the results of the 2026 NBA Draft Lottery, and reveals his team-player fits for the teams who are in the top 10 of this year's draft!

💰 In This Episode:

NBA Draft Lottery results

There could be a potential for a trade between the Jazz and Wizards 

Best fit for Wizards

Best fit for Jazz

Best fit for Grizzlies 

Best fit for Bulls

Best fit for Clippers

Best fit for Nets 

Best fit for Kings

Best fit for Hawks

Best fit for Mavericks

Best fit for Bucks 

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