Play It As It Lies

March madness is finally here, ladies and gentleman!

But before the big dance comes the all-important conference tournaments. Some have already concluded and others are in the midst right now, but the Power 5 tourneys are set to begin this week.

On this college hoops centric episode, Rotem and Frank preview this week’s action and offer their predictions for how the brackets will play out in the ACC, PAC-12, Big 12, SEC, and more. The guys break down the odds for every team to win their conference tourney and debate where the best value lies. 

Tune in and stay tuned for more march madness content coming soon!

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In what is the third part of series of episodes, Rotem and Frank bring to you stock report No. 3 of the NBA season. Now just days away from the All-Star break, the guys dish on some of the most pressing developments around the league from the past few weeks.

As per usual, the fellas break down a handful of teams whose stock is on the rise and others haven't been doing quite so hot. Are Eastern Conference overachievers like the Knicks and Hornets forreal? Have the Nets passed the Lakers in the NBA hierarchy? Is it panic time in Boston? Are all of the awards races already locked up?

Give it a listen to find out and remember – buy low, sell high, get a piece of the pie.

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The NFL season may have just ended, but there's still plenty to talk about. Just weeks away from the start of free agency, Rotem and Frank are here to break down all of the rumors swirling around the league - specifically as it pertains to the quarterback position.

Guys like Matthew Stafford, Jared Goff, and Carson Wentz are already well on the move, while other big-name players like Deshaun Watson and Sam Darnold continue to be the subject of trade talks. Which quarterbacks could be next in line to be shipped off, and where might they be headed? The guys break down all the odds and discuss which teams make the best fits for different players. They also discuss the implications of hypothetical trades as it pertains to futures for the 2021 season and dish on the J.J. Watt sweepstakes, too. 

You know what to do. 

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On this episode of Play It As It Lies, Rotem and Frank break down all things NBA All-Star Game ahead of the voting cutoff this week. 

First and foremost, the guys discuss the odds of the All-Star game actually happening or not. Then, they go back-and-forth on their picks for the 5 starters and 7 reserves in each of the conferences. Who should make up the starting backcourt and frontcourt in the East and West? Which players have the best resumes for the reserve spots? Could there be any first time all stars? 

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On this jam-packed episode, Rotem and Frank give you their long-awaited breakdown of Sunday's Super Bowl LV showdown between the Chiefs and Buccaneers. The guys dish on anything and everything related to the big game, so get comfy and enjoy. 

02:40 -- Game analysis and predictions 

31:15 -- Player Props 

1:05:00 -- MVP talk 

1:11:05 -- Exotic Props 

1:22:45 -- Halftime Show 

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In what is the second in a series of episodes, Rotem and Frank bring to you stock report No. 2 of the NBA season. Now just past the quarter mark of the 2020-21 season, the guys dish on some of the most pressing developments over the past few weeks.

The fellas break down three teams whose stock is on the rise and three teams whose stock is on the decline, dishing on whether they'd buy, sell, or hold on teams like the Jazz, Rockets, Heat, etc. Are Quinn Snyder and Jordan Clarkson already locks for COTY and 6MOY? Should Joel Embiid be considered the early favorite for MVP? Who can catch LaMelo Ball in the rookie race? All of this and more is discussed. 

Give it a listen and remember – buy low, sell high, get a piece of the pie.

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It takes two to tango, but it takes four to dance . . . 

On this episode, Rotem and Frank offer their all-encompassing breakdown of the AFC and NFC championship games. The guys dish on a number of pressing topics and storylines on the docket for this weekend's action, including -- 

In addition, the fellas highlight the odds for player statistics, margins of victory, number of touchdowns, and more. To cap off the hour, they look ahead at the odds for every potential super bowl matchup and give their predictions. 

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A few days ago, the NBA and sports world was set on fire when news broke of a long-awaited James Harden trade. Harden was traded to the Nets, but there was a handful of other moving parts involving the Rockets, Pacers, and Cavaliers. 

Rotem and Frank hop on the mic to break down all the ramifications of this blockbluster deal. They discuss their first impressions, who emerged from the trade as winners and losers, and what the outlook for each team looks like post-trade. Included as well are over/under numbers for Harden's statistics with Brooklyn and the futures odds for the Nets and Rockets. 

Check it out and stay tuned for more NBA content coming soon! 

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What's better than Round 1? Only Round 2, of course . . . 

Rotem and Frank are back on the block after a SUPER Wild Card weekend in the NFL, just in time to discuss all the matchups on the schedule for Divisional Round. Between the two games on Saturday and two games on Sunday, there's no shortage of exciting storylines, matchups, and headliners to watch for this weekend. 

The guys dish on all four games, beginning with the Rams vs. Packers on Saturday afternoon and so on. Is the Los Angeles defense good enough to slow down Aaron Rodgers and Davante Adams? Will Josh Allen or Lamar Jackson prevail in a battle of young QBs on Saturday night? Can the Browns magic carpet ride continue at Arrowhead? Which all-time great quarterback gets the better of the other in New Orleans? 

You'll have to listen to find out. 

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The regular season may be over, but the fun is just beginning . . . 

That's right, folks, the NFL playoffs are finally here. Like you, Rotem and Frank have waited a long time for this moment and are here to break down all the Wild Card action on the docket this weekend. The guys go through all SIX games and share their analysis on each one, making the case for their predictions while analyzing the moneyline and point spread for each team. 

Can the Bills continue to roll against the Colts? Will the Ravens and Saints exercise their postseason demons? Has COVID spoiled the Browns first playoff appearance in almost two decades? The fellas offer their thoughts on these pressing questions and much more. 

As always, give it whirlwind and stay tuned for more playoff content next week! 

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