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The Oklahoma City Thunder's Paul George (13) shoots over the Miami Heat's Justise Winslow in the third quarter at AmericanAirlines Arena in Miami on Feb. 1. The Thunder won, 118-102.

What are the odds: NBA March Madness

By Colin Martin, Staff Writer • March 8, 2019
The NBA season starts winding down and teams are competing for final playoff spots, while the NCAA March Madness Tournament begins in just two weeks.
The Oklahoma City Thunder's Paul George (13) shoots over the Miami Heat's Justise Winslow in the third quarter at AmericanAirlines Arena in Miami on Friday, Feb. 1.

What are the odds: NBA playoff hopefuls

By Colin Martin, Staff Writer • February 22, 2019
With less than two months left in the NBA regular season, we look at the odds from some playoff contenders in action this weekend.
The Minnesota Timberwolves' Karl-Anthony Towns (32) pressures a 3-point attempt by the New Orleans Pelicans' Anthony Davis (23) in the first half on Wednesday, Nov. 14, 2018, at Target Center in Minneapolis.

Take 5: Brown, Boban, Bryce

By The Pitt News Staff • February 15, 2019
Brown formally announced he wants out of Pittsburgh, several trades shook up the NBA landscape and MLB superstars Bryce Harper and Manny Machado are playing hard to get in the offseason.
Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker puts up a shot during the 3-point shooting contest at the 2018 NBA All-Star Game at Staples Center in Los Angeles on Feb. 18, 2018.

What are the odds: NBA All-Star Weekend

By Colin Martin, Staff Writer • February 15, 2019
After a successful betting slate last week, it’s time to look at who will win the contests during the NBA’s All-Star Weekend.
The Detroit Pistons' Blake Griffin shoots as the Minnesota Timberwolves' Karl-Anthony Towns (32) defends during the second half at Target Center in Minneapolis on Wednesday, Dec. 19, 2018. The Pistons won, 129-123, in overtime.

What are the odds: NBA post-trade deadline matchups

By Colin Martin, Staff Writer • February 8, 2019
With football season coming to an end, it’s time to shift focus toward the NBA, where an eventful trade deadline just came and passed.
The Brooklyn Nets’ Jarrett Allen pulls down a rebound against the Orlando Magic on Friday, Jan. 18.

What are the odds: NBA’s bottom teams look to tank

By Colin Martin, Staff Writer • January 25, 2019
NBA tanking season is now in full form, with teams trying to lose more games in hopes of a higher draft position.
The Pittsburgh Steelers will take on the Oakland Raiders this Sunday. (Sam Riche/TNS)

What are the Odds: Pittsburgh wins in Oakland, Army beats Navy

By Colin Martin, Staff Writer • December 7, 2018
Another weekend, another opportunity to make some money. After going 2-4 last week, our in-house betting expert is looking to redeem himself with picks in the NFL, NBA and NCAA.
New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) is sacked for a loss by Dallas Cowboys defensive back Kavon Frazier (35) during the first half on Sept. 16 at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. (Jim Cowsert/Fort Worth Star-Telegram/TNS)

Take 5: Los Angeles, Le’Veon, no LeBron

By The Pitt News staff • October 17, 2018
As the NFL season nears its halfway point, Los Angeles’ two teams seem to be destined for a cross-city clash, while the Steelers’ Le’Veon Bell continues to divide public opinion.
Golden State Warriors’ Kevin Durant (35) shoots over Houston Rockets’ James Harden (13) during the second quarter of Game 3 of the NBA Western Conference finals on May 20 at Oracle Arena in Oakland, Calif. (Jose Carlos Fajardo/Bay Area News Group/TNS)

2018 NBA Preview: Breaking down The Association’s hierarchy

By Trent Leonard, Sports Editor • October 16, 2018
In honor of the basketball returning, we broke down where each team stands heading into the 2018 NBA season.
The Philadelphia 76ers’ Markelle Fultz (20) shoots over the Washington Wizards’ Marcin Gortat (13) at the Capital One Arena in Washington, D.C., on October 18, 2017.

Take 5: Fultz, Futility, Finance

By The Pitt News staff • October 10, 2018
The Pitt News staff takes a look at each of America's three ongoing professional sports, from Markelle Fultz' improvement to the Bengals' false hopes.
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