Douglas Farmer
Douglas Farmer
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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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Bucks vs Pacers Predictions, Picks, Odds for Tonight’s NBA Playoff Game
The Bucks and Pacers must be sick of seeing each other at this point, and my NBA picks expect the home team to put away Milwaukee in a convincing fashion.
NBA Playoffs: Timberwolves vs. Nuggets Round 2 Preview, Odds & Picks
The Nuggets and Timberwolves are getting set for a series six years in the making, and Covers' Douglas Farmer is diving deep into every crevice of this series to bring you the best Minnesota vs. Denver preview and predictions.
NBA Parlay Picks: Odds and Predictions for Wednesday's Playoff Games
The Clippers were able to catch the Mavericks off guard sans Kawhi Leonard in Game 4, but as our NBA parlay picks explain, that won't happen again.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce Odds: Both Are (Again) Making Big News - but Could Even Bigger News Be Coming?
Taylor Swift released The Tortured Poets Department double album. Travis Kelce just got handed a massive new extension — the biggest couple in show business is again making waves... but what are the odds they make an even bigger announcement?
NBA Parlay Picks: Odds and Predictions for Tuesday's Playoff Games
With two of tonight's NBA playoff games being an elimination game, our NBA parlay picks believe players on the brink will struggle to meet their lofty point totals. Find out why below!
Thunder vs Pelicans Predictions, Picks, Odds for Tonight’s NBA Playoff Game
The OKC Thunder have a chance to sweep a series for the first time in more than a decade and our NBA picks believe they'll get the job done on the strength of their lockdown defense. With the Pels struggling to score, the team total market is the best avenue.
NBA Odds, News & Notes: Minnesota Ups the Ante
We are reaching the business end of Round 1 in the NBA Playoffs and there are still plenty of intriguing storylines to follow. Our resident NBA expert breaks down the latest NBA news and gives you insight on what to watch for moving forward.
Timberwolves vs Suns Predictions, Picks, Odds for Tonight’s NBA Playoff Game
The "unstoppable" offense of the Phoenix Suns has no bite left, and our NBA picks expect the Suns to go out sad tonight in what is likely the series finale.
Best NBA Player Props Today: Reid Steps Up in Sweep Opportunity
Naz Reid has become an important piece to the success Minnesota has had this year, and our NBA picks expect him to get buckets in what could be the final game against the Suns.
Knicks vs 76ers Predictions, Picks, Odds for Tonight’s NBA Playoff Game
With both OG Anunoby and Jalen Brunson on the floor, New York has proven unstoppable as underdogs. Find out why Douglas Farmer expects this trend to continue in tonight's Game 3 by checking out our Knicks vs. 76ers betting picks.
Pelicans vs Thunder Predictions, Picks, Odds for Tonight’s NBA Playoff Game
The Thunder managed to squeak out a 94-92 win in Game 1 but while that game featured just 196 points, there's reason to believe these offenses will bounce back tonight. Find out why in our Pelicans vs. Thunder betting picks below.
NBA Parlay Picks: Odds and Predictions for Wednesday's Playoff Games
It might be tempting to take a stat line from a Game 1 and expect that to continue for the rest of a playoff series. Douglas Farmer says don't overreact. Instead, trust what you've seen over a longer sample as he makes his NBA parlay picks tonight.
Suns vs Timberwolves Predictions, Picks, Odds for Tonight’s NBA Playoff Game
Karl-Anthony Towns continues to ease his way back into the rotation after his return from meniscus surgery. With the Suns likely shaking things up following a 25-point loss in Game 1, our betting picks look at how KAT and the Wolves might respond.
NBA Odds, News & Notes: Let's Talk About Game 2s
Three Game 2s on Tuesday, how fitting. Tonight could see teams either square things up after failing in Game 1, or fall into the daunting 2-0 hole. In the Pacers' case, they should head back to Indy in fine shape.
Kings vs Pelicans Predictions, Picks, Odds for Tonight's NBA Playoff Game
The final 'win and your in' playoff spot goes tonight as the New Orleans Pelicans host the Sacramento Kings. With the spread leaving little to choose between the two sides, our NBA betting picks believe one Pels player will struggle to get going offensively. Find out why below!
Heat vs 76ers Predictions, Picks, Odds for Wednesday’s NBA Playoff Game
Joel Embiid is one of the most dominant big men of all time, but Bam Adebayo seems to be his kryptonite. Our NBA picks have looked at the trends, and let's just say they don't favor Embiid.
Best Hawks vs Bulls Player Props Today: How Will Trae's Return Alter Atlanta's Offense?
The Hawks are back in the Play-In Tournament for the third consecutive year and with Trae Young returning to action just three games ago, the offense Dejounte Murray was leading will surely look different. We break it all down below.
Lakers vs Pelicans Predictions, Picks, and Odds for Tonight’s NBA Playoff Game
Even at 39, LeBron James remains a force who can take over an entire game, bending it to his whims, as evidenced by Sunday's tilt against the Pelicans. Well, they meet again in the Play-In Tournament, and our betting picks won't doubt the King.
Best Warriors vs Kings Player Props Today: Fox Shows Clutch Time Genes
Tonight's Play-In nightcap takes us to Sacramento where the Kings host the Warriors. Tonight's NBA player props focus on players playing big-time minutes while providing plenty of value along the way.
NBA Odds, News & Notes: All to Play For in the Play-In Round
The NBA Play-In round gets started tomorrow with two juicy Western Conference clashes. However, no team is under more pressure than the LeBron James-led Los Angeles Lakers, who have a very tough path if they plan to go deep into the postseason.
