#1 NBA ALL-TIME | #1 BASKETBALL ALL-TIME | #1 BIG GAME BASKETBALL RECORD | #1 OVERALL IN 2025
Ben Burns' biggest basketball plays are legendary; they've been dominating for more than two decades. Up 315 units with his highest rated plays (4% and up), Ben is our #1 BIG GAME BASKETBALL HANDICAPPER. He's also our #1 NBA Handicapper of All-Time, as well as having #1 overall record in 2025. He's stepping out BIG HERE. Make sure you're on board.
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Today’s Free Picks
| Sport | Game Selection | Game Time |
|---|---|---|
| NBA | (507) Minnesota Timberwolves at (508) Los Angeles Lakers | 8:30pm EDT - Apr 19/2025 |
The PLAY: Minnesota Timberwolves +4.0 (-108)
With Doncic, James and co. the Lakers obviously have a very formidable offense. However, Minnesota's Anthony Anderson may well prove to be the most dangerous player on the court. Anderson can knock shots down from the outside but he also loves to drive to the net. He's going to provide a real test for the Lakers' potentially suspect perimeter defense. Anderson and co. gained valuable postseason experience last year, including a sweep of the Suns in the first round. Expect them to give the Lakers all that they can handle in Game 1.
In addition to being this year's best handicapper, Ben Burns is the #1 NBA Handicapper of All-Time.
| Sport | Game Selection | Game Time |
|---|---|---|
| MLB | (927) Athletics at (928) Milwaukee Brewers | 8:10pm EDT - Apr 18/2025 |
The PLAY: Milwaukee Brewers -148 J Ginn (RHP), F Peralta (RHP) Must Start
The Athletics had no problem with the punchless White Sox. They swept the 3-game series, winning by a combined score of 23-4. A game against Peralta and the Brewers figures to be considerably more difficult. Peralata has a 2.31 ERA through his first four starts. He was dominant (1.13 ERA, 0.25 WHIP) in his lone home start as he allowed just two hits and one run, through eight complete innings. He struck out eight without issuing a walk. Ginn struggled on the road (7.00 ERA) last season and this will be his first road start this year. Brewers roll.
Ben Burns is SportsMemo's #1 Handicapper in 2025.
- #1 NBA All-Time
- #1 CBB All-Time
- #1 NHL (2025)
- #1 Football This Season
Consultant Bio
When industry insiders need a big win, many turn to Ben Burns. Known for consistently delivering on his biggest plays, Ben's reputation is legendary, making him the most popular handicapper in Covers history. With numerous documented #1 titles, he's proven his expertise time and time again. Beyond sports handicapping, he's also secured multiple DFS prizes of $300K or more.
Ben is a firm believer in hard work, dedicating long hours alongside a committed team. He handicaps all major North American sports, utilizing a wide range of strategies to gain an edge. His O/U selections are internationally recognized, and on most days, he releases 2-5 plays.