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2021-22 Preseason Best Bets with Preston Johnson & Justin Phan Oct 15, 2021

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On this special edition of BUCKETS, professional bettors Preston Johnson (@SportsCheetah) from BetsTV and Justin Phan (@JPhanned), founder of Fantasy Labs NBA join the show to give their preseason best bets.

The three talk the Peilcans’ disarray, and why they’re both bearish on the Lakers. They’re all in agreement on the Jazz over, which obviously means it’s doomed, while Matt and Justin believe in the Knicks (to win at least 42 games) (22:24). They debate about a bare bones Spurs squad and whether Atlanta can steal the division from Miami. Then they tackle the toughest question going into the season (outside of Brooklyn): can Luka Doncic bring up a Jason Kidd team enough, or can Jason Kidd tear down a Luka Doncic team enough? Then, Justin gives his favorite MVP and 6th Man of the Year futures, and Preston asks an interesting question about what the Bulls have shown in the preseason, while Matt reveals he has the Magic as one of the worst teams of all time.

All that and more on this Best Pro Bets Edition of Buckets!

Team Win Totals (NOP, LAL, NYK, SAS, ATL, MIA, DAL) - 3 min
MVP Favorites - 43 min
Sixth Man of the Year - 46 min
Bulls + Magic Outlook - 49 min

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Kyrie Fallout & Futures Oct 13, 2021

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We're less than week away from the start of the NBA season and Matt Moore is joined by fellow Action Network betting analysts Raheem Palmer and Brandon Anderson to give their best bets for the upcoming season. Before the action tips off, they discuss Kyrie Irving's fate with the Brooklyn Nets and its impact on their win total. And, you don't want to miss the trio debate various player awards as well.

The Buckets podcast is back tomorrow with a special episode featuring Justin Phan of the Action Network and Preston "Sports Cheetah" Johnson from BetsTV so be sure to tune in.

Time stamps:

Kyrie Irving - 2 min
Future Bets - 14 min

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ESPN Mock Draft + Riskiest Picks with ESPN's Eric Moody Oct 11, 2021

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The NBA is only 10 days away! On this week's episode, fantasy basketball analysts Dan Titus and Adam Koffler of the Action Network are joined by ESPN Fantasy Sports/Betting writer Eric Moody.

The guys analyze a recent 10-team 9-category fantasy basketball mock draft conducted by ESPN analysts and listen in to hear Moody's riskiest picks of the draft this season.

Can De'Aaron Fox actually be a top-10 guy this season, or was that one heck of a reach? Moody gives his thoughts on Zach LaVine, Richaun Holmes, and Kyle Anderson. Koffler and Moody also debate Mavs stretch four Kristaps Porzingis.

As a bonus, Moody provides some sophomores who are ready to pop off in Year 2. Be sure to tune in if you're preparing to draft this upcoming week!

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Friday NBA Happy Hour: Team Tiers Oct 08, 2021

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It's Friday, and we're getting BUCKETS. Join Action network analysts Matt Moore and Brandon Anderson for happy hour each Friday to talk hoops and bring in the weekend with some fun. You can expect plenty of betting conversation mixed with cool contests that'll assess current and future NBA markets. Tune into the inaugural episode, where the guys BUCKET all 30 NBA teams into five tiers.

Potential one seeds (3 min)
Potential first-round host (7 min)
Safely in the Playoffs (15 min)
Play-in Zone (26 min)
See you in the Lottery (34 min)

We'll be back Monday, and be sure to check out the Buckets fantasy basketball podcast. This week they'll have Eric Moody, Fantasy/Betting Writer at ESPN, on the show to talk about his recent ESPN mock draft and the riskiest players to draft relative to average draft position (ADP).

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2021-2022 NBA Win Totals Draft Oct 06, 2021

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With the NBA season around the corner, the Action Network's trio of NBA analysts Matt Moore, Raheem Palmer, and Brandon Anderson host the inaugural win-total draft for the 2021-2022 season. Each analyst selected 10 NBA teams to go over or under their win total for the year, and they'll compete to see who accumulates the most points by the end of the season.

Below is a breakdown of each selection, but with some serious bragging rights at stake, listen in as the guys make a case for their picks and why you should follow suit.

MATT MOORE

Utah Jazz over 51.5
Minnesota Timberwolves over 35.5
Denver Nuggets over 47.5
Orlando Magic under 22.5
Atlanta Hawks over 46.5
Charlotte Hornets under 38.5
Phoenix Suns under 51.5
Golden State Warriors over 47.5
San Antonio Spurs under 28.5
Washington Wizards over 33.5

RAHEEM PALMER

Indiana Pacers over 42.5
Dallas Mavericks under 48.5
Miami Heat over 47.5
New York Knicks over 41.5
New Orleans Pelicans under 39.5
Philadelphia 76ers under 51.5
Cleveland Cavaliers under 27.5
Toronto Raptors under 35.5
Los Angeles Clippers over 45.5
Milwaukee Bucks over 54.5

BRANDON ANDERSON

Houston Rockets under 27.5
Chicago Bulls under 42.5
Boston Celtics over 45.5
Los Angeles Lakers over 52.5
Portland Trail Blazers over 44.5
Memphis Grizzlies over 40.5
Brooklyn Nets over 56.5
Sacramento Kings under 36.5
Oklahoma City Thunder over 22.5
Detroit Pistons under 25.5

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Western Conference Win Totals with Alex Christenson Sep 29, 2021

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Alex Christenson, host of Brown Bag Bets and writer for Ace NBA Previews, joins Matt Moore of the Action Network once again to talk NBA win totals, this time looking at every team in the Western Conference.

The duo give their best bets as they go team-by-team thru each division, discussing which teams can exceed expectations in 2021-2022... and which will fall short. Be sure to follow Alex @_noops on Twitter and Matt Moore @hpbasketball for more betting insights, all season long.

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Value Picks Outside Top-100 with FantasyPros' Zak Hanshew Sep 27, 2021

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On this week's episode of The Buckets Podcast, Action Network fantasy basketball analysts Dan Titus and Adam Koffler were joined by friend of the show, FantasyPros and Action Network fantasy analyst Zak Hanshew (@ZaktheMonster)

The trio shares their favorite sleepers currently ranked outside ESPN’s top-100 players heading into the 2021-22 NBA season.

Jakob Poeltl (104) has traits and production similar to a guy being drafted in the top-30. This currently undrafted Knick could realistically begin the season as the starting center if Mitchell Robinson isn’t ready. And with Ben Simmons reportedly not showing up to camp, Tyrese Maxey (168) has a real shot at the starting point guard gig in Philadelphia.

Listen in as the guys run through a handful of players to target late in fantasy drafts this season.

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Eastern Conference Win Totals with Alex Christenson Sep 22, 2021

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Matt Moore of the Action Network is joined by Alex Christenson, host of Brown Bag Bets and writer for Ace NBA Previews, to talk about Eastern Conference win totals.

In this deep dive, the duo delivers their best bets while running through each division and team of the Eastern Conference and give their picks on which teams will exceed or fall short of their projected win totals.

Did you know only two or three teams win 70% of their games each season? Listen in on which squads to trust and tail with the NBA season is less than 30 days away.

Also, be sure to follow Alex @_noops and Matt Moore @HPBasketball on Twitter for more NBA betting insights. You don't want to miss round two of this series, so tune in next Wednesday to hear them break down the Western Conference win totals.

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Lakers Prep with The Athletic’s Jovan Buha Sep 20, 2021

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On this week's episode of The Buckets Podcast, Action Network fantasy basketball analysts Dan Titus and Adam Koffler were joined by special guest Jovan Buha, Lakers/NBA reporter for The Athletic.

Jovan shares his experience covering the Phoenix Suns in the 2020-21 NBA Finals and when he first got into playing fantasy sports.

As far as the Lakers are concerned, the guys discuss Russell Westbrook's impact on the team, including what it means for LeBron James and Anthony Davis' minutes, usage, and outlook this season.

Who will be the primary ball-handler? Will LeBron play the fewest minutes of his career? Will AD slide over to the five? And what to make of all the new, incoming veterans.

Listen in as Jovan gives his insight regarding the Lakers' new "Big Three."

Be sure to check out next week's episode when the guys reveal their initial top-150 rankings.

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Futures Betting + Early Win Totals with BetsMedia's Preston Johnson Sep 15, 2021

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Matt Moore of the Action Network is joined by professional bettor and host of BetsTV, Preston Johnson - aka Sports Cheetah, to talk about his approach to futures betting and finding the best opportunities to bet in-season. Sports Cheetah shares his strategy for managing his bankroll and weighs the balance of day-to-day betting while having money tied up in longer-term wagers.

The guys discuss forecasting parity, an early look at team win totals, and debate if the pre-season is the right time to bet on the Nets and Lakers. Also, are the Spurs and Popovich being disrespected with a 28.5 wins total? And, what are the expectations for the young Hawks and the rebuilding Raptors?

Listen in to prepare for the NBA season with only 34 days left until tip-off.

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