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Shawn Wronka is an analytics-based sports bettor who was drawn to analytics at an early age via the stats on the back of sports cards. He began sports betting in 2016, and took an immediate interest in UFC before finding his way towards other major sports.

After years of casual betting, he took an interest in the numbers-based approach and specialized in learning and applying those techniques to niche markets such as player props, the NFL and NBA drafts, and F1. Shawn finds writing a good way to balance the time he spends on numbers, giving him an outlet to paint quantitative edges into qualitative narratives.

A graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Madison, his work has been seen in dozens of publications including the National Post, Financial Post, Calgary Herald, Vancouver Sun, and The Province.

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Team: Milwaukee Bucks
Sport to bet on: NFL
Sports movie: Rounders
Sports snack: Flamin' Hot Cheetos
Covers feature: Players props odds page
During my hardcore UFC betting days I would sit and watch hours of past fights to analyze matchups, and then a buddy and I would share notes and put together our bets for a card. I told him that after watching Holly Holm that I was convinced she was being undervalued at +2,000 against Ronda Rousey. It was a large bet for me at the time, and the rest is history.
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The Super Bowl has been a heartbreaker for me lately. In Super Bowl LVI featuring the Rams and Bengals, I had a good amount of money on Tee Higgins Super Bowl MVP at +5,000, and he had the Bengals' only two touchdowns and was likely going to win the award if the Bengals had won. Of course it came down to the final play, and Joe Burrow infamously missed a wide open Ja'Marr Chase that would have won Cincinnati the game. The following year I had Devonta Smith to get 100+ yards and a touchdown, and he had 10 yards of open field in front of him but his momentum carried him out of bounds instead of into the end zone.
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NFL Milestones and Contract Incentives: Evans Continues Chase for 1,000 Yards

Dec 19, 2024 • 6:05 PM ET

Which players will have that extra push in the last few weeks of the NFL season? Shawn Wronka digs into some attainable contract incentives ahead of Week 16, including Mike Evans' year-end milestones.

Nuggets vs Kings Prediction, Picks, and Odds for Tonight’s NBA Game

Dec 16, 2024 • 4:31 PM ET

Two inconsistent teams meet tonight when Denver takes on Sacramento and our NBA expert Shawn Wronka believes the hosts are better suited to extend their mini three-game winning streak.

Rockets vs Clippers Prediction, Picks, and Odds for Tonight’s NBA Game

Dec 8, 2024 • 4:54 PM ET

James Harden and the Clippers have exceeded expectations considering Paul George's departure and Kawhi Leonard's continued injury absence. They play particularly well at home, which will come in handy against the visiting Rockets.

Lakers vs Hawks Prediction, Picks, and Odds for Tonight’s NBA Game

Dec 6, 2024 • 3:08 PM ET

The Los Angeles Lakers have lost their mojo on offense and are running into the Atlanta Hawks at the worst time.

Hawks vs Bucks Prediction, Picks, and Odds for Tonight’s NBA Game

Dec 4, 2024 • 3:03 PM ET

All eyes are on the Milwaukee Bucks' notable win streak, but the Atlanta Hawks enter tonight's matchup with momentum of their own. Read more as Shawn Wronka is backing Trae Young & Co. to pull off the road upset.

Cardinals vs Vikings Predictions, Picks, and Best Bets for NFL Week 13

Nov 30, 2024 • 5:19 PM ET

The Arizona Cardinals had their four-game winning streak snapped in Week 12, and must now play their second straight road game, vs. a Vikings team that is heating up again. Shawn Wronka believes the Vikings' defense will be the difference here as they cruise to an easy cover.

2024 Qatar Grand Prix Odds, Picks & Predictions: What's Left For Max?

Nov 30, 2024 • 4:59 PM ET

Max Verstappen has nothing left to race for except pride...and maybe momentum heading into 2025. He clinched the 2024 Drivers Championship, but things went sideways for Red Bull after 10 races. He'll look to right the ship in the Qatar GP.

Dolphins vs Packers Prop Bets for Thanksgiving Day Thursday Night Football: Doing the Waddle

Nov 28, 2024 • 1:55 PM ET

With Jaylen Waddle remaining one of the best YAC receivers, we expect the Dolphins' star wideout to shine against a Packers defense that is vulnerable to giving up short passes.

Knicks vs Nuggets Prediction, Picks, and Odds for Tonight’s NBA Game

Nov 25, 2024 • 4:16 PM ET

The Knicks have looked much-improved of late and our NBA picks like their chances of making a game out of tonight's matchup with the Nuggets.

Pacers vs Bucks Prediction, Picks, and Odds for Tonight’s NBA Game

Nov 22, 2024 • 3:49 PM ET

The Indiana Pacers and Milwaukee Bucks developed serious hostility last season, and we expect Giannis & Co. to come out on top against their Eastern rivals in tonight's NBA Cup showdown.

Rockets vs Bucks Prediction, Picks, & Odds for Tonight’s NBA Game

Nov 18, 2024 • 4:23 PM ET

The Rockets are climbing to the top of the Western Conference and find themselves fetching 3.5 points against the struggling Bucks.

Mavericks vs Thunder Prediction, Picks, and Odds for Tonight’s NBA Game

Nov 17, 2024 • 2:11 PM ET

With both teams dealing with plenty of injury issues, Shawn Wronka believes the Mavericks are in a position to keep this game within the number. Find out why below.

Suns vs Thunder Prediction, Picks, & Odds for Tonight’s NBA Game

Nov 15, 2024 • 12:33 PM ET

While the Thunder are lacking big men at the moment, the Suns will be down Kevin Durant, Bradley Beal, and maybe even Jusuf Nurkic. Expect OKC to roll at home.

Pelicans vs Thunder Prediction, Picks, and Odds for Tonight’s NBA Game

Nov 13, 2024 • 2:34 PM ET

Chet Holmgren is out of action for OKC, but New Orleans' injury report is much longer. Don't expect the Pels reserves to put up much of a fight against the Thunder.

Suns vs Jazz Prediction, Picks, and Odds for Tonight’s NBA Game

Nov 12, 2024 • 7:50 PM ET

The Utah Jazz suck horrendously this year while Phoenix does not. Don't overthink it, and take the Suns to cover a two-bucket spread.

Heat vs Timberwolves Prediction, Picks, and Odds for Tonight’s NBA Game

Nov 10, 2024 • 4:21 PM ET

The Heat have struggled on the glass and at the perimeter, and the red-hot Timberwolves will take advantage tonight and win by a wide margin.

George Mason vs Marquette Prediction, Picks, and Odds for Tonight’s College Basketball Game

Nov 8, 2024 • 2:59 PM ET

Despite a 40-point win already under their belt, Shawn Wronka believes the Marquette Golden Eagles can kick it into another gear vs. George Mason and cover yet another double-digit spread.

Jazz vs Bucks Prediction, Picks, and Odds for Tonight’s NBA Game

Nov 7, 2024 • 2:19 PM ET

Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Bucks continue to flummox, playing an ineffective brand of basketball to start the season. While they very well might — and should — beat the Jazz, neither team looks poised to score a large amount.

2024 Sao Paulo Grand Prix Odds, Picks & Predictions: Parity & Unpredictability Reign Supreme

Nov 2, 2024 • 7:22 PM ET

McLaren's Lando Norris is a slight betting favorite over the Ferrari duo of Carlos Sainz and Charles Leclerc, but all three are drawing odds between +200 and +300 for Sunday's Grand Prix in San Paulo.

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