Chris Baker

Raleigh

Reporter at Cardiac Cane

Librarian Reader Former Teacher Appalachian Refugee With No Need For An Elegy Carolina Hurricanes.

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Articles

Pistons Should Remain Patient With Recent Lottery Pick

1 week ago | detroitjockcity.com | Chris Baker

Ron Holland had his ups and downs for the Pistons this season, but it's clear that he has upside, so the Pistons must remain patient with him. Ron Holland's ability to get to the rim and draw fouls in his rookie year was very impressive. Holland attempted 44% of his shots at the rim this season, converting on 65% of those looks. That 44% rim rate places him at the 85th percentile in rim rate amongst forwards according to Cleaning the Glass.
2 Pistons Who Should Be Back in Detroit Next Season (And 1 Who Shouldn't)

1 week ago | detroitjockcity.com | Chris Baker

Detroit must retain these guys if they want to be back in the playoffs next year. The Detroit Pistons' season ended in heartbreaking fashion last night in Game 6 after Jalen Brunson drilled a game-winner over Ausar Thompson. This was a highly emotional and physical series that showcased to the world that the Detroit Pistons are an ascending team in the East.
Celtics-Knicks Opening Odds Send Clear Message About Second-Round Series

1 week ago | chowderandchampions.com | Chris Baker

The opening odds for the Celtics-Knicks playoff series are out, and it is very clear that the sportsbooks do not want you to make any money on the Celtics in this series. The Celtics series Moneyline opened around -900 at most spots and was subsequently bet up to -1000 at FanDuel Sportsbook. -1000 is a 91% implied probability of victory. Celtics fans should feel good about that, but it's still a basketball series, and the games have to be played and won.
Jrue Holiday Lands Big Off-Court Win Right After Celtics Advance in Playoffs

2 weeks ago | chowderandchampions.com | Chris Baker

Jrue Holiday honored with his 2nd NBA sportsmanship awardJrue Holiday has been awarded with the 2024-2025 Joe Dumars Sportsmanship award. This is the 2nd time winning the award as he won it back in 2020-2021 during his championship season with the Milwaukee Bucks. Jrue Holiday is universally loved throughout the league and it is awesome to see Jrue get honored by the NBA for playing the game the right way.
1st Update on Giannis' Bucks Future Emerges After Playoff Exit

2 weeks ago | dairylandexpress.com | Chris Baker

Giannis Antetokounmpo is expected to explore the trade market following the Bucks' early exit from the first round of the playoffs. Giannis Antetokounmpo has been the source of lots of buzz around the NBA for the entirety of the season as the Bucks have failed to build a championship-caliber roster around him.
Sacramento Kings vs. Toronto Raptors Prediction, Pick, Odds (Saturday, November 2)

Nov 2, 2024 | actionnetwork.com | Chris Baker

Credit: Getty Images: DeMar DeRozan The Sacramento Kings (3-2) will take on the Toronto Raptors (1-5) tonight in the NBA. Tipoff from the Scotiabank Arena in Toronto is set for 7:30 p.m. ET. The oddsmakers see the Kings as 7.5-point road favorites over the Raptors (Kings -7.5), while the total is set at over/under 232.5 points. Sacramento is -350 on the moneyline to win outright, and Toronto is listed at +260 to pull off the upset. Read below for my Kings vs.
Suns vs Clippers Predictions, Picks, Odds for Thursday, October 31

Oct 31, 2024 | actionnetwork.com | Chris Baker

Credit: Here's everything you need to know about Suns vs. Clippers on Thursday, October 31 - our expert prediction and betting picks for today's game. The Suns will travel to LA to take on the Clippers in their second matchup of the season. Can Phoenix dispose of this Clippers team without needing overtime this time around? Let's break it down. My Suns vs. Clippers prediction is below.
Clippers vs. Warriors Odds, Picks, Predictions

Oct 27, 2024 | actionnetwork.com | Chris Baker

Credit: The Los Angeles Clippers (1-1) visit the Golden State Warriors (2-0) on NBA Sunday, tipping off at 8:30 p.m. ET from San Francisco, California. The game is airing live on Bally Sports SoCal and streaming on NBA League Pass. The Warriors are 9.5-point favorites over the Clippers on the spread (Warriors -9.5), with the over/under currently at 222 points. The Warriors are -452 favorites on the moneyline to win outright, while the Clippers are +350 to pull off the upset.
Bulls vs. Bucks Odds, Picks, Predictions

Oct 25, 2024 | actionnetwork.com | Chris Baker

Credit: The Chicago Bulls (0-1) visit the Milwaukee Bucks (1-0) on NBA Friday, tipping off at 8 p.m. from Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The game is airing live on Bally Sports North and streaming on NBA League Pass. The Bucks are 9.5-point favorites over the Bulls (+9.5) on the spread, with the over/under currently at 233.5 points. The Bucks are -450 favorites on the moneyline to win outright, while the Bulls are +350 to pull off the upset. Let's dive into my Bulls vs.
Timberwolves vs. Kings Odds, Picks, Predictions

Oct 24, 2024 | actionnetwork.com | Chris Baker

The Minnesota Timberwolves (0-1) visit the Sacramento Kings (46-36 last season) on NBA Thursday, tipping off at 10 p.m. ET from Sacramento, California. The game is airing live on Bally Sports North and streaming on NBA League Pass. The Timberwolves are 1.5-point favorites over the Kings (+1.5) on the spread, with the over/under currently at 220.5 points. The Timberwolves are -120 favorites on the moneyline to win outright, while the Kings are +100 to pull off the upset.