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2021-2022 ESPN Rankings: Value Picks Sep 13, 2021

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Week 1 of the NFL season has officially commenced, which means the NBA season is also just around the corner. Action Network fantasy basketball analysts Dan Titus and Adam Koffler come with the heat in the second episode of a two-part series on the most overrated and underrated players based on ESPN's early 2021-2022 rankings.

In part one of this series (2021-2022 ESPN Rankings: Who to Fade), Titus and Koffler identified a number of players to avoid based on ESPN's head-to-head, 9-category rankings.

In this episode, we uncovered some incredible values based on those same rankings. No love for efficient big men such as Michael Porter Jr. and Kristaps Porzingis? Derrick White at 92 even without DeMar DeRozan in town? And with Pascal Siakam likely to miss the early part of the season, Titus and Koffler both think OG Anunoby could be in for a real breakout season.

Listen in as the guys run through players they think are way too low on ESPN's draft board and share some insight on how they're using ESPN's early rankings to shape their respective top-150 rankings this season.

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

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MVP Process and Coaching Impact Sep 08, 2021

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The Buckets podcast continues their discussion on MVP odds and the various components that affect the MVP voting process and the candidates vying for the award. Action Network Senior NBA writer Matt Moore gives an in-depth look at the voter types, their tendencies, and how superteams play a role in shaping the narrative for voters and the media.

Following the MVP chat, the guys debate the Coach of the Year award and go around the horn with three coaches that can positively or negatively impact win totals this upcoming season. There is consensus on fading Dallas Mavericks' new head coach Jason Kidd and Sacramento Kings coach Luke Walton. Also, Raheem Palmer brings out the receipts on why Tyronn Lue is better than Glenn "Doc" Rivers - and it begins with his teams exiting the playoffs early and often since winning a championship with the Celtics in 2008.

Finally, Brandon Anderson provides his profile for the Coach of the Year award, so if you're interested in betting awards futures, this is a show you don't want to miss!

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2021-2022 ESPN Rankings: Who to Fade Sep 07, 2021

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The NBA season is only 42 days away, and Action Network fantasy basketball analysts Dan Titus and Adam Koffler are doing a two-part series on the most overrated and underrated players based on ESPN's 2021-2022 rankings.

Part one of this series involves Titus and Koffler dissecting ESPN's head-to-head, 9-category rankings to identify the players you'll want to avoid relative to their average draft position (ADP).

LeBron James 12th overall? Kemba Walker 53?! ESPN is really turning back the clock expecting this pair to live up to their current draft positions. These are easy fades!

Listen in as the guys debate ten additional players who are too high on ESPN's draft board and share some insight on how they're using ESPN's early rankings to shape their respective top-150 rankings this season. Be sure to check out next week's episode too - breaking down the undervalued players that you'll want to scoop up in your drafts.

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2022 Player Awards: Most Valuable Player Odds Sep 01, 2021

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Action Network NBA experts Matt Moore, Brandon Anderson, and Raheem Palmer continue their quest to cover all NBA player awards ahead of the 2021-2022 season. Next up is the Most Valuable Player award - but with a bit of a twist. The guys debate the top-5 favorites to win the award and give you their most valuable propositions for the players sitting outside the top-5.

This episode covers what you need to know about the MVP voting process, the time to bet, and the criteria to be in contention to bring home the distinguished award.

There are certainly some half-court heaves to bring home the hardware (shout out to Trae Young, Jayson Tatum, and Zach LaVine), but the Buckets crew provides insight on the best bets, buys, and who to avoid when betting on next year's MVP.

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Fantasy Basketball Draft Strategy: Punting Aug 30, 2021

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Fantasy basketball experts Dan Titus and Adam Koffler run through more of the early 2021-22 industry mock draft, adding discussion around the “punting” strategy. Should you punt in H2H category leagues, and if so, how do you go about doing so? The guys break down how to navigate your draft after the first two rounds to set your squad up for success.

Stay tuned for our top-150, sleepers, busts, best values, and fades as they continue getting you prepared to draft this season.

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2022 Player Awards: Most Improved Player and Sixth Man of the Year Odds Aug 25, 2021

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Action Network experts Matt Moore, Brandon Anderson, and Raheem Palmer take a deep-dive into the Most Improved Player and Sixth Man of the Year betting odds heading into the 2021-2022 NBA season. Are you curious about the player profile who typically win these awards?

The crew breaks down why you should shop around different books and have a spirited debate whether to bet the favorites or the field for the two NBA player awards this year. Listen to Raheem bring the heat from Vegas, and Brandon sling his best values and long shots to take home the hardware.

With the NBA schedule locked in, Matt Moore drops some early intel on the favorable and unfavorable schedules and how it will impact your future win totals.

The futures markets are ripe for action, so you don't want to miss this one!

TIMESTAMPS:

Most Improved Player Odds (3:30)
Sixth Man of the Year (33:00)
Schedule Rundown (48:30)

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2021-2022 Early Fantasy Basketball Mock Draft Aug 23, 2021

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Introducing the BUCKETS fantasy podcast! That's right, season-long fantasy basketball is now officially a part of the Action Network family. Formerly of the Stretch Four fantasy basketball podcast, fantasy experts Dan Titus and Adam Koffler break down the first two rounds of Fantrax's industry mock draft.

With Anthony Davis coming off a down year plagued by injuries, is he still worthy of a first-round pick? Should Luka Doncic and Karl-Anthony Towns be top-5 selections? The guys debate the early risers and fallers ahead of the 21-22 NBA season, and this is just the beginning. Be sure to tune in every Monday as Titus and Koffler deliver the insights and analysis to help you win your fantasy basketball league.

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2022 Title Betting Odds, Rookie of the Year and More | The Action Network Aug 18, 2021

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On this maiden voyage of the new BUCKETS NBA podcast from The Action Network, Matt Moore, Raheem Palmer and Brandon Anderson put the uniforms back on, and get back into playing shape now that the Bucks' championship parade is far behind us.

Together the trio talks Lakers and Nets title gambling odds, plus other futures plays they're looking at, along with a Summer League recap, and longshot Rookie of the Year betting candidates.

LAKERS AND NETS TITLE ODDS (3 MIN)

OTHER TITLE ODDS (10 MIN)

SUMMER LEAGUE RECAP (35 MIN)

ROOKIE OF THE YEAR (37 MIN)

BEST LONGSHOT ROY (54 MIN)

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