Then, Big Perk expresses disappointment in his pick for the Bucks to come out of the East and holds Giannis accountable for Milwaukee’s 0-2 start to Brooklyn. Then, Gina and Big Perk give their picks for Game 3, and they are on opposite sides of the line with Big Perk’s deadbolt lock.

We look to tonight’s Game 2 between the Nuggets and Suns and discuss if newly-crowned MVP Nikola Jokic can lead Denver to tie the series.

Big Perk and Gina make their future picks for Finals MVP and discuss if Kevin Durant is a shoe-in for the award with the Nets rolling.

Finally, we make Bet to the Future picks on where Dame could be headed if Portland trades him this offseason.

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Then they look at Jokic and the Nuggets ending Dame and the Blazers' season, and Denver's upcoming series with the Phoenix Suns (10:30).

Tonight's Game 6 matchup between the Dallas Mavericks and the LA Clippers is debated next, including some enticing player props (24:30).

They wrap up the show with previews and picks for this weekend's games between the Atlanta Hawks and the Philadelphia 76ers (28:00), and the "True Finals" matchup between the Milwaukee Bucks and the Brooklyn Nets (30:15).

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We look back to Dame’s 55-point performance against the Nuggets, and Big Perk says Dame wasn’t the even the best player on the court for the Blazers' Game 5 loss. Then, Big Perk and Gina give their picks for Game 6 between Denver and Portland.

Big Perk and Gina debate who will be the next head coach for the Boston Celtics in #BetToTheFuture

Finally, with the Lakers facing elimination against the Suns, Gina and Perk pick who will win Game 6.

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Then Gina and Big Perk discuss how different stadium capacities across the league could impact playoff series for teams with more fans in the stands.

Big Perks brings up Chris Paul’s 11-game losing streak when reffed by Scott Foster and explains why Foster doesn’t give Paul as many calls as other refs.

We then get into Perk’s Picks, and Big Perk gives out deadbolt locks for the next few days for Knicks-Hawks, Nets-Celtics, Nuggets-Blazers and Lakers-Suns.

Finally, Big Perk ends with a story on his "welcome to the League" moment.

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Then, Gina and Perk debate if the Clippers are in trouble after dropping their first two games against Dallas. Perk and Gina are on opposite sides of the line for Game 3 and if the Clippers can come back to win the series. Gina asks Big Perk if a first-round exist means Kawhi would leave LA in the offseason.

We then get into Perk’s Picks for the remaining slate of this week’s playoff games. Perk picks deadbolt locks for the Wizards-Sixers, Hawks-Knicks, Grizzlies-Jazz, Suns-Lakers and Nuggets-Blazers matchups.

Finally, Big Perk thinks another top seed in the West could be headed for a first-round exit.

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Then, Gina and Perk revisit the MVP, DPOY and Sixth Man awards now that the finalists have been announced. Big Perk’s pick for DPOY doesn't line up with the bookmakers.

We then look ahead to the start of the Playoffs, and Big Perk gives out Perk’s Picks for Saturday and Sunday’s stacked slate.

Finally, Gina and Big Perk give their conference champion picks. Big Perk picks a surprise for who he thinks will come out of the East. While going chalk in the West, Perk makes the case for the Blazers to make a run. 

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Big Perk says the Lakers playoff push to avoid the Play-In Tournament has been extra fun to watch, and AD showed last night that he’s the best defensive player in the NBA.

Then, Gina and Perk focus on the Eastern Conference and which teams could advance past the Play-In Tournament. Big Perk likes the red-hot Wizards to get through despite sitting at the 10 seed currently. In the West, Perk and Gina agree the Blazers may have a hard time fending off the Lakers to avoid the play-in.

We then get into Perk’s Picks, where Big Perk gives out his deadbolt locks for the Wizards-Hawks, Spurs-Brooklyn and Pelicans-Mavs matchups.

Finally, Gina discusses if Steph still has a chance to make a case for MVP in the Warriors remaining few games.

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Then, Perk and Gina discuss if Russell Westbrook will break Oscar Robertson’s career triple-double record tonight against the Hawks. Perk’s heart and mind are pulling him in different directions.

Perk gives out his deadbolt locks for Perk’s Picks, liking the first-half action for Wizards-Hawks, Pacers-Cavs and Bucks-Spurs. Gina is riding with her Warriors in the first half against the Jazz.

Gina then looks at the Sixth Man of the Year race and asks Perk if Derrick Rose should be more in the conversation.

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Then Big Perk gives out his picks for the upcoming slate of NBA games and why he prefers betting first halves. Next up, they get into Dame Lillard's frustration with the Portland Trail Blazers and where he could end up playing next. After that, Perk predicts what the Toronto Raptors will look like next season.

Finally, they look at the best teams in the Western Conference and Steph Curry's ridiculous month.

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Then, we get through the entire slate of tonight’s NBA action with Perk’s Picks. Big Perk likes Philly to roll past Atlanta and thinks Cleveland will respond to the negative attention around Kevin Love.

Perk gives out his favorite pick of the night in the Knicks matchup against the Bulls. Perk shouts out the solid play of New York as of late and agrees with LeBron that the NBA is better when the Knicks play well.

Gina and Perk are also rolling with the Wizards to stay hot on the heels of big performances from Russ and Beal. Gina calls out a few player props for Washington that she loves tonight.

Finally, Gina and Perk wrap with a possible Western Conference Finals preview as the Clippers take on the Suns, and they discuss how far both teams can go in the playoffs. 

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Then, Gina and Perk dive into Perk’s Picks for tonight’s NBA Action, and zero in on Heat vs Hawks, Celtics-Nets, Rockets-Clippers and Grizzlies-Blazers.

We look ahead to the Battle for LA, where Gina explains the difference in mentality between the two teams in dealing with key injuries. Perk thinks coaching is the reason for the Clippers’ success and credits Ty Lue.

Finally, we lock in on Nuggets-Warriors in a matchup of MVP contenders. Gina thinks Steph will continue to build his case for MVP, while Perk thinks Golden State isn’t relevant enough in the playoff picture.

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Then we shift to the East, where Big Perk is all in on the Sixers. Big Perk thinks Philly will come out of the East with the Nets still dealing with lingering injury issues. Perk is also sticking with Simmons to win DPOY and likes Philly to cover in the first half tonight against the Warriors.

We dive into Perks Picks, and Gina and Big Perk like the Bucks and Memphis to both cover in the first half. While Gina and Perk aren't sure if the Wizards will cover against the Thunder, they are both loving the play of Russ Westbrook as a “walking triple double.”

Finally, Big Perk thinks Julius Randle should be in the MVP conversation since the Knicks are playing their best basketball in nearly a decade. 

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Then, Gina makes her predictions for the WNBA Draft and looks ahead to championship futures. Gina thinks there’s lots of value in picking Candace Parker’s Chicago Sky.

Perk and Gina lock in on a possible NBA Finals preview between the Clippers and Sixers, and Perk picks against one of his favorite players this season.

We then dive into the MVP playoff picture, and Big Perk thinks while Jokic is the favorite that he isn’t a lock to win the award. Perk thinks Embiid is a serious contender and Dame has an outside shot, while Gina argues Steph deserves more respect and consideration.

Big Perk gives Perks Picks for Friday’s slate of games and goes on a frenzy of first-half spread bets.

Finally, Gina and Perk discuss if Luka is overrated and debate if he’s a top 10 player this season.

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Then, Perk and Gina weigh in on the unfortunate police shooting of Daunte Wright, which led to the matchup between the Nets and Timberwolve being postponed.

Gina and Big Perk dive into the Twitter Battle between Kevin Durant and Undisputed host Shannon Sharpe. Big Perk sides with KD and thinks Shannon was wrong to block KD on Twitter.

Big Perk gives a masterclass on wing dinners, thanks to his hookup from Wingstop. What’s the difference between a Teriyaki or Cajun Rub performance in the NBA?

Finally, Gina and Perk discuss how Jamal Murray’s torn ACL impacts Denver’s playoff outlook, and Big Perk thinks the Nuggets could be headed for a first round exit without their dynamic scorer.

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Then, Gina and Perk dive into Perk’s Picks for tonight’s NBA action, and Perk likes Miami to cover in the first half in an NBA Finals rematch. They discuss how LeBron’s absence has impacted the Lakers and why his case for MVP is being helped with LeBron sitting out. 

Perk likes the Bucks to cover against the Mavs even if Giannis is out due to injury. Gina points out that Jrue Holiday has stepped up big with Giannis out and could carry the load by himself. 

Finally, Perk and Gina discuss how fans being allowed back inside NBA stadiums could impact betting lines and home court advantage down the stretch.  

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Then, they go breakdown the Final Four matchups, in both the men's and women's brackets.

After that Big Perk gives out who he likes in tonight's NBA matchups.

They close out the show with a discussion on the retirement of UNC Men's Basketball Coach Roy Williams.

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We dive into our March Madness picks for the Elite 8, and Perk and Gina are on opposite sides of the Houston vs. Oregon St. game. Gina picks Oregon St. to cover against the spread for the seventh time in a row as an underdog while Perk is rolling with his home-state Houston Cougars because of their strong guardplay.

Then Perk sides with another team in Texas and picks Baylor to cover in the first half against Arkansas. Perk says Baylor has been more consistent than Arkansas, who has had to play from behind too often this season. 

Perk backs his championship-pick Gonzaga to both win and cover against USC. Perk thinks USC’s Mobley brothers aren’t prepared for the physicality and athleticism of Gonzaga.

Lastly, Perk picks Michigan to cover and beat UCLA, choosing Michigan to round out a Final 4 of all Elite 8 favorites with Baylor, Gonzaga and Houston.

Gina then looks at the women’s side of the bracket. Gina likes the over in a matchup of heavyweights Baylor vs UConn and then picks Charli Collier’s Longhorns to cover against South Carolina.

Perk and Gina end with their NBA picks for tonight that include Boston and Miami covering in the first half.

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Then on Sunday Perk thinks Creighton has underrated talent but won’t be able to take down top-seeded Gonzaga. Gina thinks the Zags have the easiest remaining path to a championship, and Perk picks Gonzaga to win it all.

Gina likes Florida St. to upset Michigan, but Perk is on the other side with former big-man Juwan Howard and the Michigan frontcourt. Then, Perk picks Alabama to cover against UCLA and thinks the Crimson Tide could jump out to a lead fast. Finally, stay away from USC vs Oregon in a matchup between the Pac-12’s top-seeded teams.  

Perk and Gina give out their Final 4 picks with Perk taking Gonzaga, Michigan, Baylor and Houston while Gina goes with Gonzaga, Florida St., Baylor and Syracuse.

We wrap up with a busy NBA trade deadline where Perk thinks a ton of teams improved. While the Bulls may not make a run this season, Perk thinks adding Vucevic will pay off for Chicago in the long run. Gina thinks the Nuggets deadline moves aren’t enough to beat the Lakers or Clippers, while Perk says adding Gordon makes Denver a serious contender in a wide-open Western Conference.

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Does Gonzaga have the easiest path to the Final Four? Drue loves to load up on a parlay bet that a number one seed won’t lose in the first round and still sees value with Gonzaga (+200) to win it all.  

A breakdown of the East region, which Gina thinks could be the toughest region and the possibility of seeing all chalk in the first round. Drue warns to be careful with Georgetown, they got hot at the right time but look overrated coming out of the Big East and doesn’t like them as a Cinderella. 

In the West region, Drue likes UC Santa Barbara to upset Creighton and in the East region Drue likes Florida State as a team some people are overlooking. 

In the Midwest, can Loyola-Chicago make a run again? How much will Moses Wright being out hurt Georgia Tech? And can anyone stop top-seed Illinois?

Drue gives his Final Four which included a surprise #3 seed coming out of the South. Gina likes taking the field over Gonzaga to win the national championship. Who will be the first seed to lose in the tournament and why it could be Baylor.  

Then it’s a quick look at the NBA, Gina likes James Harden’s rising MVP case and Drue makes a case for Charlotte being the only place Steph would ever leave Golden State for.  

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Then Perk gives his take on which contender will land Andre Drummond. Plus his NCAA picks as well as a look at tonight’s NBA action (Wash @Memphis, SA @ DAL) and tomorrow as the Knicks face a tough test in Milwaukee. 

Then Drue Crookston, co-host of The West Coast Gamblers joins to discuss college basketball, Ja Morant and drops some golf betting knowledge on props like top five American finishers and betting nationality on this weekend’s The Players Championship. 

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Thanks to Dame Lillard, Perks draws even with Gina 2-2 in the Ten Pack Challenge as they recap the Warriors/Blazers game. Perks continues the Drake love with his college basketball bets taking Drake over Northern Iowa as well as South Alabama, Florida State and Villanova. 

Perk makes a case that players should have the option and ability to buy into the franchise that they’ve helped raise the value of and thinks KG has gotten a raw deal in Minnesota. 

The All-Star Teams are set, Gina and Perk called that Rudy Gobert would go last but were a little surprised Lebron took Giannis first. They disagree over to bet the over/under 308.5 as Perk thinks the players play defense now. Plus, picks for 3-Point Contest, Skills Challenge and Slam Dunk Contest. 

Then Perk and Gina look at the latest odds for NBA Regular Season Awards as Joel Embiid is playing at a MVP level, LaMelo is a lock for Rookie of the Year, plus Defensive Player of the Year, Sixth Man and why Julius Randle has separated himself from the rest of the pacl for Most Improved. Perk discusses his teams on the rise for the second half as the Knicks and Suns continue to impress and he gives his Carry-On award to a deserving Memphis Grizzlies’ guard. 

Finally, would Blake Griffin make any difference on the Brooklyn Nets?  

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Perk and Gina show brotherly love to Philly as they like the Sixers odds to win the Eastern Conference plus Perk says Big Philly, Joel “Olajuwon” Embiid has now jumped to his favorite for MVP, Ben Simmons for Defensive Player of the Year and the Sixers to cover against Utah. 

The Rockets Revenge game against James Harden and the Nets, Perk thinks the Nets blow them out but Gina disagrees and has Houston covering. 

Then Gina and Perk get into a heated conversation over Dame Lillard and Steph Curry as the two face off tonight. Perk loves the Melo resurgence and thinks the Warriors are going to get smacked, Gina rides with the Warriors. 

As #FreeJJ continues in the NBA, Gina can’t believe JJ Watt went to Arizona. However, Perk won’t allow for Arizona Cardinals slander and says we could see a Tom Brady effect with the Cards. 

Finally, Perk and Gina draft their All-Star starters and also Bet to the Future on who could be the last pick as Rudy Gobert might be waiting for a while.  

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As the Jazz continue to impress, Perk predicts they will also be a problem in the postseason and will win a 7-game series against the best in the west. Perk thinks AD and Dennis Schroder’s injuries could be a blessing in disguise as it’s allowed the Lakers to see their flaws. Perk thinks the Lakers made mistakes in not keeping Dwight Howard and JaVale McGee and now need to find a replacement. 

Perk and Gina put odds on who could be headed to the Lakers and why they like Hassan Whiteside, why the Cavaliers will never help Lebron by sending the Lakers Andre Drummond and why Boogie Cousins may not land anywhere. Plus, what are the odds Damian Lillard ever leaves Portland? 

Perk’s Picks include – the red-hot Utah Jazz, the Clippers to lay the smackdown, Norman Powell is ballin’ for the Raptors and why the Boston Celtics can’t be trusted. 

Finally, should Kawhi Leonard be getting more MVP consideration and a Bet to the Future on who will get their next ring first: Lebron, KD, Danny Green or Kim Kardashian.

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The NBA All-Star reserves have been announced, Gina and Perk show love to the deserving first-time All-Stars- Zach LaVine, Zion Williamson, Julius Randle and Jaylen Brown. Plus, Perk is hotter than fish grease over Devin Booker and Domantas Sabonis getting snubbed (03:30). 

Perk and Gina bet on who Lebron will take first- as they disagree on the pick (14:45). Plus, Perk explains why Devin Booker deserves more credit for his offensive efficiency and playing on both ends. How much to bet on a Phoenix Suns Western Conference future bet (19:45)?  

Perk gives his NBA and NCAA picks, plus a discussion of the Timberwolves head coaching situation as well as Brad Stevens’ future in Boston (30:00). Finally, Perk on the 10-year anniversary of his trade from Boston to Oklahoma City (44:45).  

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Perk loves UTAH (-6)/BOS and continues to believe the Jazz could be a dark horse contender for the NBA Championship. Perk and Gina explain why they think the Lakers are even better than last season as KCP has that carry over confidence and how the team has settled into playing with Lebron. Plus, does Jared Dudley’s 42 page account of the NBA bubble season count as a book? 

Gina and Perk disagree on PHI (-5)/SAC as Perk thinks Doc Rivers has the 76ers playing at another level right now. Perk thinks it’s time to change the name of the Center position as Nikola Jokic and Joel Embiid bring so much more to the table. 

Perk loves BKLYN (-6.5)/DET especially after the Pistons traded Derrick Rose and while he hates to admit it he says bet Duke over Notre Dame in college basketball.  

Perk continues to say the Phoenix Suns will be a major threat to the Western Conference and why he has come around to the idea of Derrick Rose to the Knicks. 

Gina and Perk discuss who could be make and miss the All-Star Game including a hard conversation for Mavs fans on Luka and finally could the Mavericks (and Heat) miss the playoffs all together.

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A look at Wednesday’s NBA games including DAL/ATL (+1/5) as the Hawks continue to impress, Perk thinks Luka can’t get all of the blame and people need to start taking a look at the entire team, including Rick Carlisle. Gina doesn’t even have Luka as an All-Star this year and if Zion continues to play the way he does, he may never be an All-Star. 

Perk makes his college basketball picks and he makes a case of UMASS, Mizzu and Bowling Green. Then it’s a lookahead to Thursday night as Gina continues to like the Warriors and Perk puts his degree on the line with the San Antonio Spurs. 

Perk explains why Klay’s comments about Rodney McGruder were childish, corney and entitled. Gina thinks now that LaMelo Ball is starting- not only is he the Rookie of the Year but also deserves to be looked at as an All-Star. Which leads to a discussion of what is the ceiling for Lonzo Ball and Gina makes a surprising comparison. Finally, Perk and Gina discuss who could be left out of the All-Star Game and the Lebron/fan incident in Atlanta.   

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Perk tries to explain “Farm Strength” and Gina asks Perk his thoughts on some “Over/Unders”including will Blake Griffin dunk again this season and how many games Lonzo Ball has left with the Pelicans? Bradley Beal isn’t the only one frustrated in Washington- now his wife is and Perk needs to see more out of Draymond Green. Perk gives out his college basketball picks and why this is a great way to win money. 

Perk hasn’t changed his mind on the Super Bowl, says bet the house on Kansas City – and doesn’t believe DaBaby’s big bet. 

Then they discuss some trade rumors including Bradley Beal and the need for him to formally request a trade (28:45), JJ Reddick would be a great fit in Boston and how Derrick Rose would be a game changing piece for the LA Clippers. Gina and Perk look at some long shot odds to “Put a Dollah” on it including a dark horse for 6th Man of the Year (39:30) and Perk says Deshaun Watson to the 49ers makes sense, stay the hell away from the NY Jets (46:15)! 

Perk and Gina disagree on the Super Bowl as Perk is all in on the Chiefs and Gina refuses to bet against Brady (48:30). Finally, Perk remembers the great Kobe Bryant, 1-year after his tragic passing (54:15). 

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Gina and Perk on how Tom Thibodeau has turned around the Knicks, Julius Randle is in the mix for Most Improved Player of the Year, Obi Toppin for Rookie of the Year and the Knicks to make the playoffs. They recap Bucks/Lakers and the continued underappreciation of Lebron James especially on the defensive end. 

Gina wonders who will check Kyrie Irving, will it be Steve Nash? Was Shaq trippin’ to challenge Donovan Mitchell in a post-game interview? Perk takes Michigan to bounce back against Purdue. Finally, Perk and Gina make their picks for the AFC/NFC Championship games.  

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Perk and Gina think the Grizzlies have been impressive and why the Pelicans/Zion talk needs to stop. Perk says it’s time to “Free J.J.” and send him to a contender. Plus why the Lakers are an overall, better team than the Brooklyn Nets and the need for them to add additional role players. 

Perk and Gina discuss why Giannis needs to be more impactful, especially in closing games and Gina takes a victory lap as the Warriors beat the Lakers. Finally, Gina is up 1-0 in the “First to 10” Frenchie Fluffy Bet as they look to make another wager. 

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Perk and Gina debate the best backcourt in the NBA and why Coby White and Zach LaVine are in the Top 10 conversation. Plus, Perk has a surprise pick for unsung hero of the Lakers and why their chemistry is even better than last season. 

Perk and Gina take a break from hoops to talk NFL playoffs, Perk says you’d be a fool not to take the Packers this weekend, stay away from Bucs/Saints and the Browns are going to get smacked by the Chiefs. Which leads Gina to make their first official bet as she likes the Browns to cover. 

Then, they break down the blockbuster James Harden deal and debate if the Nets gave up too much. Perk would have traded Kyrie instead and kept the young core. Was James Harden disrespectful to his Houston teammates on the way out? Perk predicts Bradley Beal could be headed to the Miami Heat. And finally, Gina and Perk introduce the "First to 10" Frenchie Fluffy Bet! 

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