Phil Naessens
Phil Naessens
17+ years experience 17+ years experience
Prior to joining Covers in 2022, Phil Naessens spent 38 years as a resident tennis pro in Las Vegas, Mykonos, and Corfu Greece. He’s the past host of the Phil Naessens Show (Armed Forces Radio), and currently hosts the tennis betting podcast, This Week in Tennis.
Phil is the author of the Betting 101 series (MLB, NFL, NCAAF, and Tennis) and has written for numerous publications including SB Nation, FanSided and Lenny Melnick Fantasy Sports. Phil curates the Chip and Charge Tennis Newsletter and pens a weekly tennis column called “10 Things About the ATP Tour," for Passing Shot Productions.
His favorite sports to bet on are tennis, MLB, WNBA, Euro men’s and women’s hoops, NCAA sports, NFL, and the NBA. Phil has numerous betting accounts in the US and Europe and his best advice is to line shop for the best value possible.
Sport to bet on: NFL
Sports movie: Remember the Titans
Sports snack: Ice cream
Covers feature: Scores & Matchups
Best Betting Memory
Worst Beat
Dream vs Fever Predictions, Picks & Odds for Today's WNBA Game
As entertaining as the Indiana Fever have been lately, they've been allowing a ton of points. We can take advantage of that fact by targeting Sunday's 169.5-point total.
Yankees vs Cubs Prediction, Picks & Odds for Today's MLB Game
While it's been an up-and-down campaign for Gerrit Cole, his ability to strike guys out hasn't wavered. We expect him to do some damage and a strikeout-prone Cubs lineup on Sunday.
US Open Men's Final Odds & Predictions: Jannik Sinner Outlasts American Crowd and Conquers Taylor Fritz
Taylor Fritz will have the crowd behind him on Sunday, but Jannik Sinner is just bigger, badder, and better.
Mercury vs Storm Predictions, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s WNBA Game
With playoff seeding on the line, the Phoenix Mercury will look to slow down the Seattle Storm and in particular Jewel Loyd. Unfortunately for them, our WNBA expert belives Loyd will be able to score at will which is why she's the focus of tonight's matchup.
Lynx vs Fever Predictions, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s WNBA Game
Caitlin Clark's offensive game is generational, but her defensive game has more holes than mesh. Kayla McBride might get lit up, but she'll get hers too.
US Open Men's Semifinal Odds & Predictions: Fritz Stands Tall Over Tiafoe in Battle of Americans
Frances Tiafoe is an electric factory and will bring the energy into this semifinal affair, but there's a good reason Taylor Fritz is favored.
US Open Men's Semifinal Odds & Predictions: Sinner Proves Too Strong
Jack Draper has yet to drop a set en route to his first Grand Slam semifinal but the competition level will take a big step up when he takes on Jannik Sinner, and our US Open picks don't like his chances.
Sparks vs Fever Predictions, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s WNBA Game
Fever guards Caitlin Clark and Kelsey Mitchell have been playing incredible basketball since WNBA action returned from the Olympic break. Their offensive expertise will once again be on display against the suspect Sparks defense.
Fever vs Wings Predictions, Picks & Odds for Today’s WNBA Game
Kelsey Mitchell has been lighting the league on fire since returning from the Olympic break, and Dallas doesn't have the facilities to put an end to her run.
Storm vs Sun Predictions, Picks & Odds for Today’s WNBA Game
No rest and the possibility of missing Alyssa Thomas could be a recipe for disaster for the Sun., and Seattle will take advantage.
Sun vs Mystics Predictions, Picks & Odds for Today’s WNBA Game
Connecticut's always a tough out, but our WNBA picks think the underdogs have enough scrap in them to keep this matchup close.
Fever vs Sky Predictions, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s WNBA Game
Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese will get all the headlines, but Kelsey Mitchell's scoring prop could be what steals the show tonight.
Dream vs Storm Predictions, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s WNBA Game
Jewell Loyd gets a cushy matchup against a soft Dream defense that could be without Allisha Gray. Loyd's scoring prop is worth targeting as a result of her recent struggles as the Storm guard is in a great position to right the ship.
Cubs vs Pirates Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s MLB Game
Justin Steele hasn't had his best outings at PNC Park, and our Cubs vs Pirates predictions see more of the same when he takes the mound tonight.
Diamondbacks vs Red Sox Prediction, Picks & Odds for Today’s MLB Game
Arizona's bats have been running hot lately but we expect that to change against Tanner Houck, who pitches his best stuff against left-handed hitters.
Fever vs Lynx Predictions, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s WNBA Game
Our WNBA betting picks expect Kayla McBride to let it fly from deep while Caitlin Clark continues to be the best distributor in the league.
US Open 2024 Men's Tennis Odds, Favorites, & Sleepers: Can Djokovic's Reign be Stopped?
As Novak Djokovic looks to defend his crown, our US Open odds and tennis betting preview break down the field, who to target, and who to avoid in Queens.
Astros vs Orioles Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s MLB Game
Hunter Brown has been in good form and looks poised to guide red-hot Houston to victory, per our MLB betting picks.
Pirates vs Rangers Prediction, Picks & Odds for Today's MLB Game
This inter-league series has been slow on offense, and our Pirates vs. Rangers predictions see no reason to expect different in this afternoon's finale.
Sky vs Mercury Predictions, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s WNBA Game
The Phoenix Mercury will look to do the double vs. Chicago in the span of three days, and our WNBA picks believe this rematch will go much like the first meeting.
