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Hardwood Handicappers: A VSiN Basketball Betting Podcast

VSiN
NBA
New York Knicks
San Antonio Spurs
Oklahoma City Thunder
Cleveland Cavaliers
Detroit Pistons
Charlotte Hornets
Philadelphia 76ers
Los Angeles Lakers
Boston Celtics
Milwaukee Bucks
Orlando Magic
Golden State Warriors
Dallas Mavericks
Miami Heat
NBA Cup
Atlanta Hawks
Houston Rockets
Los Angeles Clippers
Lakers

Timely NBA betting advice from VSiN's senior editor Zach Cohen and the team of VSiN wagering analysts, posted daily before the games tip. Get picks, angles, market movement from Zach, Jonathan Von Tobel, Kelley Bydlon and more.

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Latest Episodes

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NBA win totals for the 2026-27 season have been released, and Zachary Cohen highlights the best opportunities before the odds begin to move.

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NBA Summer League betting is here, and Zachary Cohen breaks down the best bets, top prospects and must-watch games before the action begins. Plus, LeBron's landing spot - Zachary lays out why one team is the perfect fit.  From NBA Summer League futur... more

In this episode of Hardwood Handicappers, Zachary Cohen reacts to the big blockbuster trade that the Boston Celtics send Jaylen Brown to the Philadelphia 76ers for Paul George and a few draft picks!

Cohen also reacts to the Lakers acquiring Walker K... more

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Recent Guests

Ryan McDonough
Former Phoenix Suns general manager
Suns (former GM)
Episode: NBA Draft Betting Preview
Bruce Pearl
Former Tennessee and Auburn head coach; TNT and CBS analyst
TNT, CBS
Episode: NBA Draft Betting Preview
Matt McCall
Former head coach at Chattanooga and UMass; NBA draft analyst
Former college coach, draft analyst
Episode: Mavs get May + McCall on the NBA Draft + Early MVP Odds
Justin Termine
Guest from NBA Today on SiriusXM
SiriusXM NBA Radio Channel 86
Episode: Knicks Historic Comeback Reactions and NBA Finals Game 5 Predictions with Justin Termine (6/11/26)
Brian Geltzeiler
SiriusXM, NBA radio host
SiriusXM NBA Radio
Episode: Brian Geltzeiler Analyzes Spurs vs Thunder & NBA Finals vs Knicks Betting Edge (5/27/26)
Jason Jackson
From SiriusXM NBA Radio
SiriusXM NBA Radio
Episode: NBA Playoffs Game 1 Reaction & Game 2 Predictions with Jason Jackson of SiriusXM NBA Radio
Asara Thompson
Guest discussing Cavaliers–Pistons matchup and guard-focused insights
Episode: 3 NBA Player Props for Cavaliers at Pistons & Lakers at Thunder Tonight (Tuesday 5/5/26)
John Jastremski
Co-host of the VSiN Weekend Morning Line and host of the New York, New York podcast
VSiN
Episode: This NBA Playoff Slate Has Real Betting Edges | w/ John Jastremski (Tuesday 4/28/26)
Ben Lyons
Guest analyst from Sirius XM MBA Radio
Sirius XM
Episode: NBA Playoffs Picks for Wednesday 4/22/26 with Ben Lyons

Host

Zach Cohen
Host of Hardwood Handicappers, VSiN senior editor, provides betting analysis and market moves.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 72 ratings
  • 👍🏻

    Great content and analysis daily

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mjk9825
    United States6 months ago
  • Great show

    Outstanding show, enjoy all the info!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    #1 (cleveland) fan
    United States7 months ago
  • Very inconsistent

    They have random drops… used to be almost ever day, now 1 a week? 2? Whenever they feel like? very inconsistent.. not great analysis either mostly..

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    mkajajajajajajajajja
    United States2 years ago
  • ROY

    When are y’all gonna talk about the ROY race again??

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dowhatyoulove210
    United States2 years ago
  • JVT and Zach are great

    The days that Kelley are on are a real bummer, he seems far more interested in just saying a few things that hopefully sound interesting so that he doesn’t sound out of place than actually contributing to the show (further evidenced by his sporadic appearances and JVT regularly being surprised by his absence), but JVT and Zach are the best and this show could absolutely take off if it was just those two on a regular basis.

    Update: The above was mean to Kelley, sorry. Thank all 3 of you guys for... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Murph191919
    United States3 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Strong sentiment around dynamic market coverage and actionable bets, though some episodes can feel uneven in pace.
Listeners appreciate the data-backed betting angles and quick, informative breakdowns.
Guests and hosts provide credible, industry-relevant insights into trades and futures.

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#132
China/Sports/Basketball
Apple Podcasts
#145
New Zealand/Sports/Basketball

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Mavs get May + McCall on the NBA Draft + Early MVP Odds
Q: First things first, how are you doing?
Doing great, man. It's one of the more anticipated NBA drafts with a lot of storylines and drama, and I'm looking forward to tomorrow night.
NBA Playoffs Picks for Wednesday 4/22/26 with Ben Lyons
Q: Ben, what do you have in terms of official plays for this evening?
Ben Lyons shares two primary plays: a Cade Cunningham over 2.5 assists and Osou Iguodaro over 8.5 rebounds+assists, along with a broader plan to target several three-point props for the Suns, signaling a night focused on playmaking and perimeter shooting.

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A data-driven NBA betting show featuring senior editor insights and a team of wagering analysts who deliver daily picks, angles, and market movement ahead of tip-off. Episodes consistently cover season-long betting strategies, win totals, futures, and in-depth player and team analyses, with frequent references to summer league performances and offseason moves. Notable strengths include data-rich handicapping, fast-paced banter among a small slate of regular hosts, and regular guest perspectives from front-office, coaching, and broadcasting figures that add depth to bets and market context.

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2. Bruce Pearl
3. Matt McCall
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