Eric Rosales
Eric Rosales
26+ years experience 26+ years experience
Eric has been involved in sports media in many different capacities since graduating from journalism school in 1999, back when getting your own column in a newspaper was still considered a thing. He doubled down and graduated from broadcast journalism school five years later, which led to a move to Toronto and a career with The Sports Network (TSN). From behind-the-scenes production work, he moved into the digital realm, where he had his own hoops column (At the Buzzer), while regularly live streaming and chatting with fans during broadcasts as the character known as LeBlog James. He was also a key contributor to TSN and CTV’s Olympic programming during the 2012 London Games.
Eric eventually found his way into the sports betting field in 2016 and has been a mainstay ever since. He was tagged on Twitter as a Top 10 NBA sharp during the 2021 season and has been interviewed about basketball and his handicapping process on shows from Vancouver to India. Eric is now a jack-of-all-sports at Covers, where his predictions span the alphabet soup: NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, F1, WNBA, Euro, and Copa.
When making picks, he focuses on finding value first and foremost, and ensuring readers have all the information they need to make an informed choice.
Sport to bet on: NBA
Sports movie: He Got Game
Sports snack: Nachos
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Jacksonville State vs UC Irvine Prediction, Picks & Odds for Today’s NIT Game
Jacksonville State hit the road for their second round NIT tournament contest, and as Eric Rosales explains, their work on the glass should keep them competitive vs. UC Irvine.
F1 Chinese Grand Prix Prediction, Picks & Odds - Shanghai International Circuit 2025
Oscar Piastri snatched pole and will look to claim his third career F1 victory at Sunday's Chinese Grand Prix. Check out our full breakdown below for picks and odds.
Bradley vs George Mason Prediction, Picks & Odds for Today’s NIT Game
Our Bradley vs. George Mason predictions expect a close game between two undervalued offenses at EagleBank Arena.
Dayton vs Chattanooga Prediction, Picks & Odds for Today’s NIT Game
Our Dayton vs. Chattanooga predictions expect a ton of points in a game the Flyers should ultimately win.
76ers vs Spurs Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s NBA Game
The Spurs take on the injury-riddled 76ers, and our expert NBA predictions expect a high-scoring affair with Stephon Castle leading the way.
Northern Colorado vs UC Irvine Prediction, Picks & Odds for Today’s NIT Game
Find out why our college basketball betting picks believe the Northern Colorado Bears will come up big on offense vs. the UC Irvine Anteaters in tonight's NIT tilt.
Northern Iowa vs SMU Prediction, Picks & Odds for Today’s NIT Game
With SMU frustrated about being left out of the March Madness tournament, the Mustangs should channel their anger toward a Wildcats side that has yet to face any stiff competition.
Florida Atlantic vs Dayton Prediction, Picks & Odds for Today’s NIT Game
Florida Atlantic and Dayton may not have found enough wins to make the big dance, but they typically find ways to light up the scoreboard. Look for offensive fireworks in this NIT tilt, as our college basketball betting picks explain.
Cal State Northridge vs Stanford Prediction, Picks & Odds for Today’s NIT Game
Stanford has never lost to Cal State Northridge and it won't start now. The Cardinal are superior and will clear the 6.5-point spread in this Round 1 NIT matchup.
Raptors vs Trail Blazers Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s NBA Game
The Raptors may still be trying to tank, but they keep winning or covering, and that trend will continue vs. the Trail Blazers tonight.
George Mason vs VCU Prediction, Picks & Odds for Today's Atlantic Ten Championship Game
With the books hanging such a generous total, back these two capable offenses to go Over 127.5.
Maine vs Bryant Prediction, Picks & Odds for Today's America East Championship Game
The Bryant Bulldogs have had the Maine Black Bears' number this year, and that's reflected in the spread for the America East Championship. Our college basketball betting picks will lay the points with Bryant.
Cavaliers vs Grizzlies Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s NBA Game
The Cavaliers are riding their second 15-game winning streak, and our expert NBA predictions expect that winning streak to continue tonight at Memphis.
Lamar vs McNeese Prediction, Picks & Best Bets for Today’s Southland Tournament Championship
McNeese is by far the class of the Southland Conference and will ultimately win today's final. However, Lamar will keep it within the 13-point spread by putting up just enough of a fight.
Clippers vs Heat Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s NBA Game
Our Clippers vs. Heat predictions expect scoring to be held in check in South Beach.
Youngstown State vs Robert Morris Prediction, Picks & Best Bets for Tonight's Horizon Tournament Championship
It's not a big spread, but it's enough for Youngstown State against Robert Morris. The Colonials should win, but by the narrowest of margins over the Penguins in the Horizon League Championship game.
Wofford vs Furman Prediction, Picks & Best Bet for Tonight's Southern Tournament Championship
Wofford and Furman are generally strong defenses in the Southern Conference, but this has all the makings of a high-scoring affair.
North Alabama vs Lipscomb Prediction, Picks & Odds — ASUN Tournament
Our North Alabama vs. Lipscomb predictions think the Lions can keep this game with a possession or two.
Pistons vs Trail Blazers Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s NBA Game
Our Pistons vs. Trail Blazers predictions expect Portland's struggles to continue against Cade Cunningham & Co.
Pistons vs Warriors Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s NBA Game
The Golden State Warriors are on a roll and with a motivated Detroit Pistons team in town to try and bounce back from a loss against the Clippers, it's fair to say that the total will be the main attraction to bet on in this matchup. Gear up for a high-scoring affair with two teams with a lot of offense to put on a show.
