Ed Scimia
Ed Scimia
16+ years experience 16+ years experience
Ed Scimia has been writing about the gaming industry for over 15 years. He graduated from Syracuse University with degrees in Magazine Journalism and Political Science in 2003, and has covered major gambling events like the World Series of Poker in his career. Since joining Covers in 2022, Ed has offered his sports betting analysis primarily on MLB, NFL, college football, and college basketball games, but is willing to take on any sport.
His betting strategy focuses more on finding line value based on deviations from the market rather than traditional handicapping, primarily shopping between DraftKings, FanDuel, and Fanatics in his home state of Connecticut, though he’s not afraid to do deep game analysis to find profitable bets at any book.
Outside of gambling, Ed is an avid curler who competes in mixed doubles on the World Curling Tour and runs a popular curling YouTube channel, Chess on Ice. That experience has come in handy during the Olympics, when he has proven to be a successful curling bettor as well.
Ed's advice to new bettors is to always open multiple sportsbook accounts and check the odds at each before placing any bet. Successful sports betting is about consistently beating the closing line value, which requires finding spots where one book is offering odds far better than the rest of the market and jumping on those opportunities.
Sport to bet on: MLB
Sports movie: White Men Can't Jump
Sports snack: Mozzarella sticks
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Hornets vs Celtics Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s NBA Game
The Boston Celtics are set to go to the NBA Playoffs. The Charlotte Hornets are set to call it a season once they wrap up their next couple of games against the C's. With both of their fates in the books, it shouldn't be much to prove in this matchup.
Hawks vs 76ers Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s NBA Game
Defense isn't in Philadelphia's vocabulary, and Atlanta will pile on the points while giving up plenty itself.
Heat vs Bulls Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s NBA Game
Tyler Herro and the Heat have caught fire, and their red-hot offense should boss the Bulls in Chicago tonight, as our NBA betting picks explain.
Bulls vs Cavaliers Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s NBA Game
The No. 1 seed in the Eastern Conference awaits the Cleveland Cavaliers to clinch, but with Donovan Mitchell still nursing an ankle injury expect the Chicago Bulls to take full advantage of his absence and make this matchup closer than usual.
76ers vs Heat Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s NBA Game
With both sides lacking any real firepower, taking the Under is your best option.
MLB Player Props & Best Bets Today for 4-5: deGrom Deals Against Tampa Bay
With Jacob deGrom finally healthy, we're bullish on the two-time Cy Young winner showcasing his strikeout prowess against the Rays.
Best NBA Player Props Today for April 5: Edwards Erupts!
Saturday's five-game NBA slate is filled with prop betting possibilities, and our NBA expert has narrowed it down to three, including another big night for Anthony Edwards.
Suns vs Celtics Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s NBA Game
The Boston Celtics may be cruising toward the playoffs, but the Phoenix Suns still have plenty to play for down the stretch. As Ed Scimia explains, the C's have been terrible ATS and a motivated Suns squad should keep this one close.
Grizzlies vs Heat Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s NBA Game
The Memphis Grizzlies are losing themselves at the wrong possible time after their former head coach, Taylor Jenkins, was fired and their recent record of games has shown just how much it's impacting them as they try to turn it around against a Miami Heat team that has better footing than their opponent.
MLB Player Props & Best Bets Today for 4-2: Soto Slugs in Miami
Juan Soto faces an advantageous matchup against an inexperienced Marlins starter, setting the stage for the New York superstar to shine at the plate.
Donald Trump Third Term Odds: Will the President Be Eligible to Run Again in 2028?
U.S. presidents are presently ineligible to run for a third term – but laws can always be changed. Will Donald Trump seek to amend the constitution in order to run again in 2028?
76ers vs Knicks Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s NBA Game
The Knicks are favored by 13. That's not enough against the shuffling corpse of the 76ers. Expect a blowout at Madison Square Garden.
Mets vs Marlins Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight's MLB Game
Offense was hard to come by in the Mets' opening series, and bettors should expect more of the same vs. Miami.
Clippers vs Cavaliers Prediction, Picks & Odds for Today’s NBA Game
The Cavs are trending in the wrong direction, and the Clippers are catching plenty of points in Cleveland. Look for James Harden and L.A. to stay within striking distance, per our NBA betting picks.
Mets vs Astros Prediction, Picks & Odds for Today’s MLB Game
Tylor Megill and Hunter Brown may not be household names, but our MLB betting picks for Mets vs. Astros like these hurlers to tame the opposing lineups tonight.
Hawks vs Heat Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s NBA Game
The Miami Heat may be at home tonight, but the wrong team is favored in this South Beach showdown.
Mets vs Astros Prediction, Picks & Odds for Today’s MLB Game
Our MLB betting picks believe the Mets' superior lineup will give them all the firepower they need as Clay Holmes gets off to a sharp start in his Amazins debut.
Wizards vs 76ers Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s NBA Game
The Wizards and 76ers are in the dumps, but someone has to cover, and tonight that someone will be Philadelphia.
Bucks vs Suns Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s NBA Game
The Phoenix Suns are playing some good basketball right now as they try and climb up the Western Conference standings. A home date with an injury-ravaged Bucks side should be no problem for Durant and Co.
76ers vs Hawks Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s NBA Game
Find out why our NBA betting picks believe Quentin Grimes' 76ers and Trae Young's Hawks will put up some incredible numbers on offense tonight.
