Yearly Archives: 2026

Cavaliers vs Knicks Props & NBA Playoffs Game 1 Best Bets

Want to get more Covers content? Add us as a preferred source on your Google account here. The New York Knicks haven’t faced much resistance in nearly three weeks. The Cleveland Cavaliers are aiming to do more than just stay competitive, but even a close game could create betting value for us. Advertisement These Cavaliers vs. Knicks predictions and NBA …

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Milan Momcilovic Reveals Areas of Improvement To Make NBA

The Iowa State Cyclones men’s basketball team is going to miss Milan Momcilovic. Coming off arguably the best shooting season in the history of men’s basketball, the Cyclones forward decided to declare for the 2026 NBA Draft. He also entered the transfer portal after some tough discussions with head coach T.J. Otzelberger so that he wouldn’t handcuff the program in …

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Cavaliers vs Knicks Same-Game Parlay for Tonight’s NBA Playoffs Game 1

Want to get more Covers content? Add us as a preferred source on your Google account here. New York Knicks fans have been waiting a while for the Eastern Conference Finals to begin, and our Cavaliers vs. Knicks predictions and same-game parlay believe it will be a Garden party on Tuesday, May 19. Advertisement However, that doesn’t mean Donovan Mitchell …

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Iowa basketball offers 2029 legacy recruit RJ Evans

As Iowa basketball continues its search for future stars on the recruiting trail, Ben McCollum and the Hawkeyes offered 2029 small forward RJ Evans, the son of Iowa legend Reggie Evans. The 6-foot-5, 165-pound forward from Tampa (Fla.) SLAM has now picked up offers from Iowa, Florida State, North Carolina State, Providence, Florida Atlantic and Sacramento State. In addition to …

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Mitch Johnson has ‘no idea’ if Spurs guard De’Aaron Fox will be ready for Game 2 vs. Thunder

All-Star San Antonio Spurs guard De’Aaron Fox was a late scratch Monday night, forcing a last-minute lineup change for Game 1 against the Oklahoma City Thunder. A day later, Fox’s status for Wednesday’s Game 2 is unclear. Head coach Mitch Johnson spoke with reporters about Fox’s injured right ankle during the off day Tuesday. Advertisement “He’ll do everything he can, …

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Rick Pitino’s St. John’s Might Have to Worry About “Least Talented” Roster in Last 3 Years, NCAA Analyst Claims

Rick Pitino’s St. John’s has had a turbulent offseason, losing as many as five players to the transfer portal against just two additions. As such, there is a reason to believe that the Red Storm might not be able to do well in the next season. NCAA analyst Jon Rothstein took the argument further, claiming that St. John’s 2026-27 season …

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Deandre Ayton was ‘honored’ to be coached by JJ Redick and his staff this season

The NBA, like most businesses, is people-based. Yes, having talented players is important, but plenty can hoop. What differentiates teams is their ability to maximize their rosters and bring out the best in their group. Lakers head coach JJ Redick has shown an ability to do that. Advertisement He’s had back-to-back 50-win seasons, and that’s because he’s been able to …

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Why UCLA Basketball Still Feels Stuck Between Good and Great

Everybody keeps saying UCLA basketball is “one player away” from becoming a real national title contender again. The Bruins could become a top-10 or top-15 team if they land one more star player. On paper, that sounds exciting. But honestly, I think that ignores a much bigger issue with this roster. UCLA does not just need “one more player.” They …

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Trail Blazers layoff 70 employees in another cheap move by new owner

Tom Dundon purchased the Portland Trail Blazers from the estate of Paul Allen in March of 2026. Dundon has been a successful owner in the NHL with the Carolina Hurricanes, but his cost-cutting methods have been shocking since taking control of a beloved NBA team. Dundon low-balled head coach Tiago Splitter after he guided the team to the playoffs for …

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Michigan forward Morez Johnson Jr. announces he’ll remain in 2026 NBA Draft after impressive combine

Morez Johnson Jr., a transfer from Illinois who helped Michigan men’s basketball win its first national title since 1989, is remaining in this year’s NBA Draft. The 20-year-old forward publicly bid his farewell to the Wolverines, including head coach Dusty May, on Tuesday. “Michigan means everything to me,” Johnson wrote in a statement he posted to social media. “You want …

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The 3 Greatest Moments of Keaton Wagler’s Illinois Career

For a player who donned Illinois orange and blue for just 37 games, Keaton Wagler is as decorated a player the program has known. His personal hardware – namely All-American honors – is impressive, as is the Final Four berth he led his squad to. But which moments truly defined Wagler’s Illinois career? Naturally, there is one performance that leaps …

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The one late offseason domino that vaults Villanova into Big East tier 1 status

Villanova head coach Kevin Willard has completely overhauled the Wildcats’ roster this offseason following a heavy wave of transfer portal departures. He and his staff aggressively added much-needed size, wing versatility, and perimeter scoring by landing impact transfers like Kwame Evans Jr. (Oregon), Devin Royal (Ohio State), Elijah Crawford (UIC), and former Ivy League sniper Jake Fiegen (Cornell). Even with …

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