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Zak Hanshew

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Betting Analyst Years of Experience Icon7+ years experience
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Zak Hanshew has been covering fantasy sports and sports betting since 2018. In addition to Covers, he has also written for Rotoworld and has spent time at FantasyPros, RotoWire, OwnersBox and Sportsbook Review. In his spare time, he can be found spending time with his wife and four kids, playing his guitar, watching Simpsons re-runs, or getting some shots up on the court.

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Team: Indiana Pacers
Sport to bet on: NBA
Sports movie: Dodgeball
Sports snack: Wings
Covers feature: Player Props
Player props are my favorite way to go when placing a bet, and nothing gets the blood flowing quite like a long, plus-money prop. I’ve never felt quite as exhilarated as I did when I recommended a Ja Morant triple-double at +1,300 on December 15, 2022 and it hit as Memphis rolled Milwaukee at home. Pure bliss.
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I thought I was so savvy placing a futures bet on Jayson Tatum to win NBA MVP in the summer of 2023, but I was sorely disappointed as the season wore on. After a career-best 2022-23 campaign, Tatum looked poised to take it to the next level, but he ultimately finished fifth in MVP voting with no first or second-place votes. Ouch.
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Valkyries vs Storm Predictions, Picks & Odds for Today's WNBA Game

Jul 16, 2025 • 10:26 AM ET

Credit to the Golden State Valkyries for being competitive in their inaugural season, but they don't have the juice to overcome an intimidating Storm team in Seattle, per our WNBA betting picks.

Fever vs Sun Predictions, Picks & Best Bets for Tonight’s WNBA Game

Jul 15, 2025 • 5:08 PM ET

Hanshew's prediction: Sun prove too hot for Fever.

WNBA Player Props & Best Bets Today for July 14: Thomas Takeover in Golden State

Jul 14, 2025 • 9:49 AM ET

Our WNBA prop picks for Monday night are targeting combo props for Alyssa Thomas and Angel Reese, while banking on WNBA leading scorer Napheesa Collier to keep pouring in the points.

Sun vs Sparks Predictions, Picks & Odds for Tonight's WNBA Game

Jul 13, 2025 • 12:24 PM ET

Tina Charles has been locked in offensively, and that spells trouble for the LA Sparks, as our expert WNBA predictions explain.

Wings vs Fever Predictions, Picks & Odds for Today's WNBA Game

Jul 13, 2025 • 8:32 AM ET

The Dallas Wings are beginning to find their rhythm, and that means they'll keep today's contest close when they visit the Indiana Fever!

WNBA Player Props & Best Bets Today for July 12: Collier to Get Back in Rhythm

Jul 12, 2025 • 10:36 AM ET

As the Minnesota Lynx pay a visit to the Chicago Sky, expect Napheesa Collier to break out of her slump to bring a spark back to her scoring abilities.

Lynx vs Sky Predictions, Picks & Odds for Today's WNBA Game

Jul 12, 2025 • 9:47 AM ET

Hanshew's prediction: Angel Reese to stay strong on the glass against a mighty Lynx team.

Sun vs Storm Predictions, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s WNBA Game

Jul 11, 2025 • 6:51 PM ET

Hanshew's prediction: The Sun defense won't be a match for a veteran like Skylar Diggins as she lights up Connecticut.

Aces vs Mystics Predictions, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s WNBA Game

Jul 10, 2025 • 4:20 PM ET

Hanshew's prediction: Look for Kiki Iriafen to exploit the Aces' defensive vulnerabilities in tonight’s matchup, a key edge that could swing the game in Washington’s favor.

Aces vs Sun Predictions, Picks & Odds for Today’s WNBA Game

Jul 6, 2025 • 10:42 AM ET

Our WNBA betting picks see A'ja Wilson destroying the Sun as the Aces look for a bounce-back victory on Sunday afternoon.

WNBA Player Props & Best Bets Today for July 3: Boston Baked Sparks!

Jul 5, 2025 • 9:57 AM ET

Tonight's two-game WNBA slate features several mismatches, and our expert WNBA player prop predictions are expecting big nights from Aliyah Boston, Kelsey Mitchell, and Courtney Williams.

Mercury vs Wings Predictions, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s WNBA Game

Jul 3, 2025 • 4:46 PM ET

Hanshew's prediction: Sami Whitcomb will stay hot from downtown vs. a weakened Wings squad.

Fever vs Lynx Predictions, Picks & Best Bet for Tonight’s WNBA Commissioner's Cup Final

Jul 1, 2025 • 5:00 PM ET

Hanshew's pick: Expect MVP frontrunner Napheesa Collier to go big tonight against the Fever.

Sun vs Lynx Predictions, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s WNBA Game

Jun 29, 2025 • 10:00 AM ET

Our WNBA betting picks expect Napheesa Collier & Co. to put on a show vs. the woeful Sun.

Fever vs Wings Picks, Predictions & Odds for Tonight’s WNBA Game

Jun 27, 2025 • 4:29 PM ET

Hanshew's prediction: With Caitlin Clark sidelined due to a groin injury, expect Paige Bueckers & the Wings to soar at home over the Fever.

Liberty vs Mercury Predictions, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s WNBA Game

Jun 27, 2025 • 11:55 AM ET

Hanshew's prediction: Count on Breanna Stewart to have a big showing against one of the WNBA's hottest teams.

WNBA Player Props & Best Bets Today for June 26: Iriafen Hits the Jackpot in Vegas

Jun 26, 2025 • 9:27 AM ET

Sparks vs. Fever might steal the show tonight with Kelsey Plum and Caitlin Clark set to make it rain, according to our WNBA betting picks, but don't sleep on this Kiki Iriafen prop in the late-night Mystics vs. Aces game.

Liberty vs Valkyries Predictions, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s WNBA Game

Jun 25, 2025 • 2:45 PM ET

Our WNBA betting picks believe the Golden State Valkyries are getting overlooked as they welcome the New York Liberty to Chase Center tonight.

Dream vs Wings Predictions, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s WNBA Game

Jun 24, 2025 • 9:05 AM ET

Dream guard Rhyne Howard is lighting it up from long range, while Wings rookie Paige Bueckers is doing a little bit of everything each night.

Pacers vs Thunder Props & Best Bets for Game 7 Tonight

Jun 22, 2025 • 9:59 AM ET

Pascal Siakam could be on his way to Finals MVP, and his performance in Game 7 will build on that case.

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