Sean Barnard is a Philadelphia-based writer with experience in the sports media and the betting space since 2020. He has a particular focus on the NBA, but covers a wide range that includes the NFL, WNBA, college basketball, and the MLB. Sean started working for DraftKings Network in 2024. Prior to this you can read his work at ClutchPoints, Philly Sports Network, and Heavy Sports. He also is still active in the Philadelphia Sports Radio scene and is a writer for Crossing Broad.
The Indiana Pacers were 12 minutes away from taking a commanding 3-1 series lead over the Oklahoma City Thunder. But the Thunder outscored their opponents 31-17 in the final period, led by a heroic individual effort from Shai Gilgeous-Alexander to tie the series at two wins each. It is now down to a best-of-three series […]
June 16, 2025
The NBA Finals are down to a best-of-three series with both teams picking up two wins across the opening four games. The action will return to Oklahoma City tonight following a heroic fourth quarter from Shai Gilgeous-Alexander in Game 4 to give the Thunder the win. Indiana held a seven-point lead heading into the fourth […]
June 16, 2025
The 2025 NBA Draft is set to take place on June 25 at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York. Dozens of new players will enter the league and learn their destinations as they look to carve their NBA legacy. With smokescreen season in full effect as teams drop leaks and misinformation to help pave […]
June 15, 2025
There are three games of WNBA action today, building out to a final matchup between the Phoenix Mercury (7-4) and Las Vegas Aces (5-4). This will be the first matchup between these two teams this season, and both teams enter coming off a win in the previous game. The Phoenix Mercury enter as 4.5-point favorites […]
June 15, 2025
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June 15, 2025
The NBA offseason is off to the races with our first massive trade. On Father’s Day morning, ESPN Shams Charania revealed that Desmond Bane is heading to Orlando in a trade between the Grizzlies and Magic in a package driven by draft pick return. Full Trade Details: Grizzlies Receive: Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, Cole Anthony, Four Unprotected […]
June 15, 2025
In the final matchup of today’s WNBA slate, the Golden State Valkyries host the Seattle Storm. This will mark the first-ever matchup between these organizations, with this being the Valkyries’ inaugural season. Both teams enter with some momentum. The Seattle Storm enter as 10-point favorites at -520 on the Moneyline on DraftKings Sportsbook. Golden State […]
June 14, 2025
The NBA offseason is beginning to heat up as 28 of the 30 teams have already shifted into building for next season. The Rockets have made the first noteworthy player move by re-signing Steven Adams to a three-year, $39 million contract extension to keep him in Houston. Adams is a valued veteran presence on this […]
June 14, 2025
There are three games of WNBA action today with the Commissioner’s Cup in full swing. The Minnesota Lynx hosted the Los Angeles Sparks to kick off the day. Next, Caitlin Clark will return from her five-game absence due to a quad injury. The Fever will take on the undefeated New York Liberty. Clark first suffered […]
June 14, 2025
The Indiana Pacers have jumped out to a 2-1 series lead over the Oklahoma City Thunder and are just two wins away from their first NBA title in franchise history. While Game 1 could be brushed off as a fluke, there was nothing fake about the Game 3 win. Aaron Nesmith and company will now […]
June 13, 2025
The Pacers lead 2-1 in the NBA Finals and are two wins away from the first championship in franchise history. The Thunder will be looking to avoid a 3-1 series hole and even up the series tonight in Indiana. They will aim to rebound from an uncharacteristic performance in Game 3. Oddsmakers have continually backed […]
June 13, 2025