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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Mavs vs Thunder Prediction, Picks, Odds for Tonight’s NBA Playoff Game
Daniel Gafford's been a great fit in Dallas, and with a void in the Mavericks' frontcourt, combined with potentially shaky shooting from Luka Doncic, our NBA picks are backing him to punish the Thunder in the paint.
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 & SGP Picks: Odds and Predictions for Thursday's Playoff Games
Daniel Gafford is seeing an uptick of minutes against an OKC Thunder squad that can't contend with his size in the paint. As a result, his low point prop anchors our favorite NBA playoffs parlay of the day.
Pacers vs Knicks Prediction, Picks, Odds for Tonight’s NBA Playoff Game
With Jalen Brunson serving as the Knicks' focal point when needing buckets late in a game. Our betting picks look at Brunson's scoring prowess when handicapping Game 2, and seeing how his other markets might be affected.
Tyrese Haliburton Odds and Props: Knicks Continue To Hamper Pacers PG
Tyrese Haliburton hasn't looked like himself lately, and between his lingering hamstring issues and the Knicks' pestering defense, our NBA player prop picks for tonight's Game 2 don't expect that to change much.
Cavaliers vs Celtics Predictions, Picks, Odds for Tonight’s NBA Playoff Game
Donovan Mitchell was amazing in Round 1's closing act, but our NBA picks think the Cavs' star is up for a different story tonight when he crashes into one of the best defensive backcourts in NBA history on the Celtics perimeter.
NBA Parlay & SGP Picks: Odds and Predictions for Tuesday's Playoff Games
Two games on the NBA playoff slate hold plenty of good value for bettors to sink their teeth into, and Douglas Farmer has created a three-leg parlay using plays from both matchups.
Timberwolves vs Nuggets Predictions, Picks, Odds for Tonight's NBA Playoff Game
Anthony Edwards made the Nuggets pay for disrespecting him in Game 1, and our NBA betting picks believe that won't happen again in Game 2. That will work to the benefit of Karl-Anthony Towns.
NBA Odds, News & Notes: Indiana Can't Keep Up the Pace
The Indiana Pacers' offense is what got them this far, but as our NBA Notebook explains, that will be what dooms them against the Knicks.
Nikola Jokic Odds and Props: The Pressure is On in the Mile High City
Jamal Murray isn't 100% and that means the pressure to elevate the Denver Nuggets' game will fall squarely on Nikola Jokic's shoulders. He's no stranger to the spotlight and our NBA picks expect a big game in the box score for the two-time MVP.
Magic vs Cavaliers NBA Player Props Today: Banchero Tries to Slash Spida's Web
Nothing's more thrilling than a Game 7 and we've pored over the odds to serve up a trio of NBA player prop picks for this series finale between the Orlando Magic and Cleveland Cavaliers. We look at Paolo Banchero, Donovan Mitchell, and more.
Timberwolves vs Nuggets Predictions, Picks, Odds for Today’s NBA Playoff Game
The Timberwolves struck early and often in the opening round, and while our NBA picks don't think they'll have as easy a time against the Nuggets, the first half of Game 1 should still be fruitful.
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.
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.
