Hardwood Handicappers: A VSiN Basketball Betting Podcast

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.

Hardwood Handicappers: A VSiN Basketball Betting Podcast is a sports podcast hosted by VSiN, with 581 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

VSiN hosts Hardwood Handicappers: A VSiN Basketball Betting Podcast, a sports show with 581 episodes published.

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  Episode #558

  2026 NBA Opening Night & Christmas Day Schedule Reactions | NBA Most Improved Player Winners Betting Preview (8/11/26)

  Aug 11, 202640 min

  In this episode of Hardwood Handicappers, Zachary Cohen reacts to the 2026 NBA Opening Night schedule release, and also the NBA Christmas Day slate! After that, Cohen dives into the futures market and reacts to the odds for the NBA Most Improved Player award, and breaks down some contenders and prospects he likes providing insights for sports fans and bettors alike! Key moments: NBA Opening Night Schedule release NBA Christmas Day Schedule release Common traits of NBA MIP winners Handicapping the betting favorites to win NBA MIP Zachary’s favorite NBA MIP winners/candidates heading into this season Get the free VSiN newsletter delivered to your inbox with sharp betting plays every morning: https://vsin.com/newsletter Join thousands of sports bettors using VSiN Pro for exclusive picks, tools, and analytics. Get your first month FREE with promo code YOUTUBE at checkout https://www.vsin.com/subscribe Follow VSiN for more: Website: https://www.vsin.com Twitter/X: @VSiNLive Instagram: @vsinlive TikTok: @vsinlive Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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  Episode #557

  2026 NBA Coach Rankings: Which Coaches Give Bettors the Biggest Edge?

  Aug 5, 202634 min

  Who is the best coach in the NBA—and which coaches give bettors the biggest edge? Zachary Cohen ranks his Top 10 NBA head coaches entering the 2026 season, breaking down the leaders who consistently create value through elite adjustments, player development, defensive schemes, offensive innovation, and postseason success. Do you agree with Zach's rankings? Who is too high, too low, or completely missing from the list? Drop your own Top 10 in the comments and let's debate it. Subscribe for more NBA betting analysis: https://www.youtube.com/@VSiNLive?sub_confirmation=1 Watch more Hardwood Handicappers: https://www.youtube.com/@VSiNLive In This Episode Zach's complete Top 10 NBA coach rankings Why coaching matters more than ever when betting the NBA The case for Erik Spoelstra as the league's best coach Which coaches consistently outperform expectations The NBA's top player developers and tactical minds Honorable mentions and the biggest coaching debates Get the free VSiN newsletter delivered to your inbox with sharp betting plays every morning: https://vsin.com/newsletter The season may not have started, but sharp bettors are already preparing. Get advanced analytics, player prop projections, and expert insights with VSiN Pro. Try it for just $9.99 for your first month at VSiN.com/Subscribe . Follow VSiN for more: Website: https://www.vsin.com Twitter/X: @VSiNLive Instagram: @vsinlive TikTok: @vsinlive Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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  Episode #556

  Does LeBron James Make the 76ers an NBA Title Contender? (7/24/26)

  Jul 24, 202633 min

  The news is finally out; LeBron James announced his decision on where he is playing next season, and it’s a jaw-dropper! This fall, LeBron is going to play for the Philadelphia 76ers and team up with Tyrese Maxey, Jaylen Brown, VJ Edgecombe, and Joel Embiid! Zachary Cohen reacts to the news and breaks down how this signing impacts the betting market, and the entire NBA! In this episode: 76ers odds movement to win the NBA Title, Eastern Conference, Division, Win Total, etc LeBron’s opportunity to play with Maxey, Brown, Embiid, and Edgecombe Managing Embiid and LeBron’s health Does this make the 76ers an NBA title contender? Should other teams in the Eastern Conference be scared of the 76ers? Eastern Conference rankings after the signing Get the free VSiN newsletter delivered to your inbox with sharp betting plays every morning: https://vsin.com/newsletter Join thousands of sports bettors using VSiN Pro for exclusive picks, tools, and analytics. Get your first month FREE with promo code YOUTUBE at checkout https://www.vsin.com/subscribe Follow VSiN for more: Website: https://www.vsin.com Twitter/X: @VSiNLive Instagram: @vsinlive TikTok: @vsinlive #LeBronJames #76ers #NBAnews Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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  Episode #555

  2026-27 NBA Win Totals: Best Over & Under Bets + Summer League Standouts

  Jul 16, 202638 min

  NBA win totals for the 2026-27 season have been released, and Zachary Cohen highlights the best opportunities before the odds begin to move. Follow the Podcast and Subscribe for NBA analysis and betting insights throughout the summer: https://www.youtube.com/@HardwoodHandicappers?sub_confirmation=1 From the Celtics, Jazz & Pacers to the Thunder, Spurs and more, Zachary breaks down which teams are priced too low, which contenders are overvalued, and where the best value exists heading into the new NBA season. The episode also features a look at the biggest Summer League standouts, including Caleb Wilson, Malik Thomas, Brayden Burries, Khaman Maluach and Will Riley, with early reactions to the rookies and sophomores making the strongest impressions in Las Vegas. In This Episode Best NBA win total over bets for the 2026-27 season Teams Zachary believes are undervalued by the sportsbooks Championship contenders that could fall short of expectations Early NBA futures betting strategy Summer League's biggest rookie standouts Sophomores making major jumps heading into next season Get the free VSiN newsletter delivered to your inbox with sharp betting plays every morning: https://vsin.com/newsletter Join thousands of sports bettors using VSiN Pro for exclusive picks, tools, and analytics. Get VSiN Pro for just $9.99 your first month: https://vsin.com/subscribe Follow VSiN for more: Website: https://www.vsin.com Twitter/X: @VSiNLive Instagram: @vsinlive TikTok: @vsinlive Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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  Episode #554

  NBA Summer League Betting Guide: Best Bets, Top Prospects & Games to Watch

  Jul 8, 202640 min

  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 futures to rookie matchups and the latest offseason news, this episode has everything basketball bettors and NBA fans want. Follow the Podcast and Subscribe on YouTube for NBA analysis and betting insights throughout the summer: https://www.youtube.com/@VSiNLive?sub_confirmation=1 In This Episode: NBA Summer League format and what bettors should know Zach Cohen's NBA Summer League futures bets and best value picks The teams with the best odds and biggest betting opportunities Top NBA Summer League prospects and rookie matchups to watch The best games on the Summer League schedule LeBron James' next team possibilities NBA free agency updates and offseason moves Get the free VSiN newsletter delivered to your inbox with sharp betting plays every morning: https://vsin.com/newsletter Join thousands of sports bettors using VSiN Pro for exclusive picks, tools, and analytics. Get VSiN Pro for just $9.99 your first month: https://vsin.com/subscribe Follow VSiN for more: Website: https://www.vsin.com Twitter/X: @VSiNLive Instagram: @vsinlive TikTok: @vsinlive Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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