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Douglas Farmer has covered Notre Dame football for various outlets since 2008. The joke around the Notre Dame press box each home game is to ask Douglas what the spread is on all other games across the country, knowing he spends as much time (if not more) with an eye on the national landscape as he does on the Irish. While the other beat writers may be joking, those answers directly influence what games are on the press box TVs up until Notre Dame's kickoff. Well-versed enough to hold a conversation about any sport short of cricket, his offseason focuses are all forms of basketball.

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A "return to living" trip to Vegas before the 2021 football season started by seeing value on Georgia to win the national championship at +800. By then, mid-August, the consensus line was +650. So, I took my entire weekend's bankroll and put it on what I affectionately referred to as "Clifford." The logic was, Georgia should make the Playoff and by then, I'll be sitting on great value to hedge out. Except, I never hedged out. I just added to the investment all season long, including with live odds of +140. The joy was not in the win, but in the five months of vindicated conviction.
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This may seem trivial, but it is the one that still aggravates me years later. There are few better bets in life than fading a Brian VanGorder defense. So when Bowling Green visited Notre Dame in 2019, I trusted the Irish to run it up on their former defensive coordinator, betting the Notre Dame team total Over 54.5. I think I am the only person in the world who vividly remembers Javon McKinley dropping an open crossing route inside the 10-yard line, forcing the Irish to settle for a field goal en route to a 52-0 win.
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Timberwolves vs Mavericks Prediction, Picks, Odds for Tonight’s NBA Playoff Game

May 28, 2024 • 5:30 PM ET

With Anthony Edwards and Karl-Anthony Towns failing to deliver for the Timberwolves so far in this series, our NBA betting picks are keying on Kyle Anderson as Minnesota tries to prevent a sweep at the hands of the Dallas Mavericks.

Timberwolves vs Mavericks Same-Game Parlay Picks for Tonight's Game

May 28, 2024 • 3:18 PM ET

Dereck Lively II is out for Game 4, and someone on the Mavericks will have to fill his shoes. Our NBA betting picks expect that player to be Daniel Gafford. See how that view influences Douglas Farmer's same-game parlay pick for Tuesday night.

Celtics vs Pacers Prediction, Picks, Odds for Tonight’s NBA Playoff Game

May 27, 2024 • 5:22 PM ET

The Boston Celtics are one win away from completing the sweep of the Indiana Pacers and reaching the NBA Finals for the second time in three years. Our NBA expert Douglas Farmer believes the Celtics will be too much for the Pacers in Game 4, and run away to an easy win and cover.

NBA Odds, News & Notes: Celtics, Mavericks Cruising Toward Title Fight

May 27, 2024 • 4:54 PM ET

With the Celtics and Mavericks up 3-0 on their third-round opponents, Doug Farmer is looking elsewhere in his NBA notebook, including thoughts on the Pacers' future.

Timberwolves vs Mavericks Prediction, Picks, Odds for Tonight’s NBA Playoff Game

May 26, 2024 • 5:05 PM ET

KAT's 3-point shot has been failing him in this series but there's reason for hope as Minnesota hits the road for Game 3. We break down his chances in our Timberwolves vs. Mavericks betting picks below.

Timberwolves vs Mavericks First Basket Odds and Picks: Something to Prove

May 26, 2024 • 3:04 PM ET

Anthony Edwards has already proclaimed he will be a force in Game 3 vs. the Mavericks after not being his top self through two contests. This makes him one of our prime targets in first-basket props.

Timberwolves vs Mavericks Same-Game Parlay Picks for Tonight's Game

May 26, 2024 • 2:04 PM ET

The Timberwolves need to adjust, lest they want to fall into a 3-0 hole vs. the Mavericks. One adjustment should involve Nickeil Alexander-Walker getting more involved despite being cold as ice as a shooter of late. He headlines our Game 3 SGP.

Pacers vs Celtics Prediction, Picks, Odds for Tonight’s NBA Playoff Game

May 23, 2024 • 4:44 PM ET

Tyrese Haliburton has been letting it fly from deep in the postseason, and our NBA picks expect him to convert on at least four of those threes tonight.

Pacers vs Celtics Same-Game Parlay Picks for Tonight's Game

May 23, 2024 • 3:12 PM ET

Jayson Tatum has found another rebounding gear and the over on that particular prop factors into Douglas Farmer's favorite same-game parlay for Game 2 between his Celtics and the Pacers tonight at TD Garden.

Mavericks vs Timberwolves Prediction, Picks, Odds for Tonight’s NBA Playoff Game

May 22, 2024 • 5:25 PM ET

The Timberwolves have a clear height advantage vs. the Mavericks in the Western Conference Finals, and our NBA betting picks expect Karl-Anthony Towns to take advantage of mismatches in Game 1.

Anthony Edwards Odds and Props: Ant Capturing More Defensive Attention

May 22, 2024 • 3:14 PM ET

Anthony Edwards is sure to face a constant barrage of defensive pressure but while his scoring may see a dip as a result, he's proven he can find other ways to make an impact offensively. Read more in our spotlight picks below.

Mavericks vs Timberwolves Western Conference Finals Preview: Twin Cities Stand Tall

May 21, 2024 • 5:29 PM ET

The NBA's Western Conference Finals get underway on Wednesday and our NBA expert has put aside his fandom to offer up a very opinionated preview of Dallas vs. Minnesota. Read on to find out which franchise will punch their ticket to the NBA Finals.

Pacers vs Celtics Prediction, Picks, Odds for Tonight’s NBA Playoff Game

May 21, 2024 • 4:51 PM ET

The Pacers should be proud of what they've accomplished this season, but our NBA picks think the Celtics are set to give them a rude awakening in Game 1.

Jayson Tatum Odds and Props: More Possessions, More Rebounding Opportunities

May 21, 2024 • 3:05 PM ET

While Jayson Tatum's scoring prop is properly priced, his rebounding prop hasn't totally adjusted to an increased workload on the glass. We break it all down in our Jayson Tatum prop picks below.

NBA Odds, News & Notes: Wolves Make Game 7 History in Denver

May 20, 2024 • 4:30 PM ET

Anthony Edwards & Co. erased a 15-point halftime deficit in Game 7 to end the Nuggets' title defense and book their spot in the Western Conference Finals. That historic win highlights our NBA odds, news, and notes below.

Timberwolves vs Nuggets Prediction, Picks, Odds for Tonight’s NBA Playoff Game

May 19, 2024 • 5:03 PM ET

This roller-coaster second-round series between the Timberwolves and Nuggets has produced a handful of blowouts but we're expecting Game 7 to be a much different story. Find out why in our NBA betting picks below.

Best NBA Player Props Today: Not Gobert's Night

May 19, 2024 • 11:49 AM ET

It's been an up-and-down series for Rudy Gobert and there's a handful of reasons to think his opportunities will be limited in Game 7. We break down the matchup in our NBA player props for May 19 below.

Knicks vs Pacers Prediction, Picks, Odds for Tonight’s NBA Playoff Game

May 17, 2024 • 5:36 PM ET

Tyrese Haliburton's change in an offensive approach has Douglas Farmer fading the Indiana superstar's assists total in Friday's must-win Game 6 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Read more in our Knicks vs. Pacers betting picks.

Nuggets vs Timberwolves Prediction, Picks, Odds for Tonight’s NBA Playoff Game

May 16, 2024 • 5:26 PM ET

It's been an eventful series for Rudy Gobert and while he's been quiet offensively, his offense could be the key to forcing a Game 7. Find out why in our NBA betting picks below.

Mavs vs Thunder Prediction, Picks, Odds for Tonight’s NBA Playoff Game

May 15, 2024 • 6:27 PM ET

Dallas Mavericks forward Daniel Gafford has seen an uptick in usage since Maxi Kleber's injury near the end of the Clippers series. Books still don't expect much, but a matchup with OKC is more favorable and he's been more productive.

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