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2026 FIFA World Cup™ Semifinals | Best Bets, Picks & Predictions Jul 14, 2026

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The road to the 2026 FIFA World Cup™ Final is almost complete. Chris "The Bear" Fallica, Sammy Panayotovich, and Will Hill are joined by Chris Wittyngham to break down both World Cup semifinal matchups—France vs. Spain and England vs. Argentina—with their favorite bets, best picks, predictions, and betting angles.
Who punches their ticket to the Final? Which stars will shine on the biggest stage? And where is the best betting value on the board? The guys analyze the odds, key matchups, and props to help you get ready for two of the biggest matches of the tournament.
Chapters:
0:00 Intro
0:35 2026 FIFA World Cup™ Semifinals Preview
1:05 Chris Wittyngham Joins The Show
1:20 France or The Field?
2:25 France vs Spain
7:30 England vs Argentina
12:00 Best Bet for Golden Boot
19:30 Best Bet for Golden Glove
21:45 Grading USA's Performance in World Cup
24:45 Best Bets For World Cup
31:30 MLB Best Bets
36:15 Open Championship Best Bets
43:00 Outro

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Knicks vs Spurs 2026 Finals: Who Actually Stops Wembanyama? Jun 02, 2026

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Bear Bets is back! Chris “The Bear” Fallica, Sammy Panayotovich, and Geoff Schwartz are joined by former UCLA standout and NBA veteran Darren Collison to preview the 2026 NBA Finals.
Can Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs continue their dominant postseason run, or do Jalen Brunson and the New York Knicks have what it takes to bring a championship back to New York? The crew breaks down the biggest storylines, key matchups, and betting angles heading into the Finals, including their picks for NBA Finals MVP and whether anyone outside of Wembanyama and Brunson can take home the award.
The guys also dive into the upcoming Belmont Stakes, discussing the latest odds, contenders, and best betting opportunities for horse racing’s biggest stage.
From the NBA Finals to the Belmont Stakes, get all the insights, predictions, and best bets you need to stay ahead of the action on this week's episode of Bear Bets.

Chapters:
0:00 Intro
2:00 Darren Collison Joins The Show
2:20 NBA Finals: Knicks vs Spurs
2:35 Which is Better: Rust or Rest?
3:45: Guard Match-Up: Brunson vs Castle
5:00 How Does Brunson Attack Wemby?
7:00 Which Player Will Have A Big Game 1?
8:45 What is it About These Young Spurs?
11:00 Can The Knicks Path To The Finals Be Overlooked?
13:00 How Do You Describe Wemby?
15:45 Who win the NBA Finals & MVP?
17:25 Should Bear Let This Spurs Ticket Ride?
20:00 NBA Finals Preview
22:00 NBA Finals Best Bets
24:00 Do The Knicks Have A Chance?
30:40 Belmont Stakes Best Bets
37:00 Greatest White Sox Bet?
38:45 NHL Stanley Cup Finals
41:20 Outro

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2026 FIFA World Cup™ Predictions: The Title Favorite Destined To Fail May 27, 2026

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Bear Bets is back with a full preview of the 2026 FIFA World Cup™!
Chris “The Bear” Fallica, Sammy Panayotovich, and Geoff Schwartz are joined by FOX Soccer analyst Maurice Edu to break down everything you need to know before the biggest tournament in the world kicks off.
The crew dives into:
• How far the United States can go on home soil
• Their favorite picks for the Golden Boot
• Which nation has the best shot to lift the trophy
• The powerhouse team that could disappoint early
Can France make an incredible third straight FIFA World Cup Final? The guys debate that and much more while also giving updates and best bets for the NBA and NHL Playoffs.
Don’t miss this loaded episode of Bear Bets!

Chapters:
0:00 Intro
0:30 Maurice Edu Joins The Show!
1:00 What To Expect From The United States
5:30 Spain & France or The Field?
7:45 Sleeper Teams
9:20 Golden Boot Bet
10:30 Favorite To Falter
15:45 Who Is Willing The World Cup?
19:20 NBA Playoffs: Knicks vs ???
23:00 NHL Playoffs: Golden Knights vs ???
26:00 NHL Futures
32:35 MLB Futures
35:30 Outro

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Spurs vs Thunder Best Bets: Vegas Is Hiding The Truth May 19, 2026

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Bear Bets is back to preview the NBA Conference Finals! Chris “The Bear” Fallica, Sammy Panayotovich, and Geoff Schwartz are joined by Will Hill to break down their best bets, longshots, and bold predictions across the sports world. The San Antonio Spurs and Oklahoma City Thunder square off in the Western Conference Finals between two teams with over 60 wins. They also discuss some early bets for the 2026 FIFA WORLD UP including a longshot for the Golden Boot. They also give their best NHL, MLB futures and more.

Chapters:
0:00 Intro
2:40 Western Conference Final: Spurs vs Thunder
12:45 Eastern Conference Final: Cavaliers vs Knicks
22:50 NHL Playoffs
27:50 MLB Futures
33:15 Early 2026 FIFA World Cup Bets
37:00 Outro

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2026 PGA Championship Gambling Guide 🏆NBA & NHL Playoffs & Best Bets May 12, 2026

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The 2026 PGA Championship is here! 🔥 Chris “The Bear” Fallica and Geoff Schwartz break down their best golf bets with special guest, expert Justin Ray. Is it Scottie or the field? Plus, the crew shifts gears to share their top NBA Playoff picks and MLB futures. Don’t miss this episode of Bear Bets—get informed, find value, and stay ahead of the game.

Chapters:

0:00 Intro

1:00 BETTING ON THE PREAKNESS

2:45 NBA PLAYOFFS

3:29 JUSTIN RAY JOINS SHOW

3:50 SCOTTIE SCHEFFLER OR THE FIELD?

8:40 BRYSON DECHAMBEAU ODDS

20:00 RICKY FOWLER SLEEPER PICK?

24:35 O/U WINNING SCORE

27:44: COLLIN MORIKAWA’S ODDS TO MISS CUT

29:40 VIKTOR HOVLAND TOP SCANDANAVIAN

32:15 BEAR’S PARLAY

35:45 MLB BETS

39:00 OUTRO

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LeBron is in Trouble: Why the Thunder are the Lakers' Worst Nightmare May 05, 2026

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The 2026 NBA Playoffs are heating up and Chris “The Bear” Fallica, Sammy Panayotovich, and Geoff Schwartz are joined by Will Hill to break down their best bets, longshots, and bold predictions across the sports world.
Can LeBron James keep the Los Angeles Lakers alive against the powerhouse Oklahoma City Thunder? And can the Minnesota Timberwolves pull off an upset against the San Antonio Spurs? The crew dives into key playoff matchups and where the betting value lies.
Plus, with Tarik Skubal sidelined, the AL Cy Young race is wide open. Who’s the best bet now? Are the Chicago White Sox legit contenders? The guys break down MLB futures you need to know right now.
To close it out, they hit college football win totals and early WNBA futures, giving you an edge before the markets move.
Don’t miss this episode of Bear Bets—get informed, find value, and stay ahead of the game.
Chapters:
0:00 Intro
0:50 Will Hill Joins
1:30 NBA Playoffs
7:14 Lakers vs Thunder
9:00 AL Cy Young Race
12:20 MLB Futures
15:15 College Football Futures
23:25 WNBA Futures
26:55 Outro

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2026 Kentucky Derby Best Bets: Why Renegade is in serious trouble Apr 29, 2026

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The 2026 Kentucky Derby is finally here! Chris “The Bear” Fallica, Sammy Panayotovich are joined by Maggie Wolfendale to break down their best bets, long shots, and bold predictions for The Derby.
The trio talks about whether Renegade is the favorite we think, is The Puma a serious contender, worried about Commandment & Emerging Market and so much more.
Everything you need to know about the 152nd Kentucky Derby and more including whether Renegade can be the first horse out of the No. 1 position. Get all your bets dialed in for the Run for the Roses.
Chapters:
0:00 Intro
0:35 Maggie Wolfendale Joins The Show
1:00 Renegade Gets the No.1 Position
4:30 Is The Puma A Serious Contender?
7:30 Is Emerging Market A Contender?
9:00 Betting On The Overseas Horses
12:00 Worried About Chief Wallabee?
14:00 Thoughts On Further Ado?
18:00 Commandment Safest Bet To Hit The Board?
20:50 Best Longshot
22:00 Kentucky Oaks Bets
25:00 Best Bets
32:00 Texas Tech News
35:15 Outro

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NFL Draft Gambling Guide Apr 21, 2026

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The 2026 NFL Draft is here — and Chris “Bear” Fallica, Sammy Panayotovich, and Geoff Schwartz are breaking down their best bets, draft props, and bold predictions for draft night.
From top pick markets to longshot value plays, the guys dive into where the real betting edges are — plus the players, teams, and scenarios that could shake up the entire board.
Will there be a shock at #2 overall? Which teams are locked into their guy? And where can bettors get ahead of the market before the odds move?
If you’re betting the NFL Draft, this is everything you need before the picks start coming in.

Chapters:
0:00 Intro
0:50 Geoff Schwartz's Draft Story
4:50 Jets At #2: Bailey or Reese?
9:15 What Do The Cardinals Do At #3
11:30 Jeremiyah Love O/U 4.5?
16:45 Trades In The Top 5?
19:30 Jordyn Tyson 1st WR Taken?
22:30 Carnell Tate O/U 7.5?
24:45 WRS Taken In The 1st Round: O/U 5.5
26:30 Francis Mauigoa Top 5?
32:00 Player To Fall?
32:40 QBS Taken In 1st Round: O/U 1.5?
36:00 College Football Parlay
37:30 Outro

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NBA Playoffs Gambling Guide Apr 14, 2026

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The 2026 NBA Playoffs are here and Chris 'Bear' Fallica, Sammy Panayotovich and Geoff Schwartz are joined by Will Hill to get you ready. The guys dive into their best bets and futures for the NBA playoffs.
They also give their thoughts on the NHL Playoffs, MLB Futures and so much more!

CHAPTERS:
0:00 Intro
0:50 NBA Playoffs
1:50 NBA Play-In Tournament
5:00 Anyone Beating The Spurs?
10:40 Magics vs Sixers
12:22 Warriors vs Clippers
15:40 Timberwolves vs Nuggets
18:10 Raptors vs Cavaliers
19:00 Buy Lakers Low?
23:00 Celtics or The Field?
29:00 Extra Bets
30:15 MLB Futures
32:00 Worst Team In MLB?
35:00 AL Cy Young: Skubal or Field?
41:45 NHL Futures
48:00 Outro

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Masters 2026 Gambling Guide Apr 07, 2026

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In today’s episode, Chris 'Bear' Fallica & Sammy Panayotovich are joined by Justin Ray to preview the 2026 Masters Tournament. The guys dive into outright winners, sleepers, matchups, and the best value on the board at Augusta National.
Can Scottie Scheffler defend his dominance? Is there a young star ready to make a run? Or is this the year a longshot slips on the green jacket?
The guys go through their full betting card, key storylines, and what you need to know before placing your bets for golf’s most iconic major.
Make sure to like, subscribe, and ride with us all week at Augusta.

CHAPTERS:
0:00 Intro
1:00 Michigan National Champs
6:30 Justin Ray Joins The Show
7:00 2026 Masters Preview
20:00 Sleeper Picks
21:30 Who Will Struggle Thursday/Friday
27:15 Guy You Need To Bet & Need To Avoid
29:00 Best Bear Story
33:00 Best Masters Bets
41:00 Best Future Bets
48:00 Outro

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