Follow The Money | April 7, 2026 | Hour 2
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In this second hour of 'Follow the Money' on VSiN Best Bets, Mitch Moss and Pauly Howard dive deep into the dramatic shift in the Rookie of the Year odds for Cooper Flagg and Conk Kneppel, triggered by Flagg’s 51-point game and subsequent 45-point performance. The hosts analyze how sportsbooks reacted to the sudden surge in public betting, with Flagg flipping from a longshot to favorite in under 48 hours—highlighting the volatility of market sentiment and the challenge of pricing in a single standout performance. They debate whether the move was justified or if it reflects sportsbook operators capitulating to short-term momentum. The conversation shifts to the Celtics vs. Hornets matchup, where the hosts lean toward the under due to defensive tendencies and familiarity between the teams. A compelling real-life story from Las Vegas follows, detailing a $300,000 skimming scheme at Binion’s Cafe involving casino employees, drawing eerie parallels to the movie 'Casino.' The hosts reflect on classic gambling films, with 'Rounders' and 'Oni Mahoney' topping their list, before wrapping with MLB betting insights, including strong props on George Kirby and Mike Burroughs, and a lively discussion of fan-submitted parlays—many of which feature long-shot bets on UConn, Spain, and the Dodgers. The episode closes with a reminder of the power of social betting via CUT, emphasizing accountability and community in sports wagering.
Rookie of the Year odds can shift dramatically based on a single elite performance, even if it’s not sustainable over a full season.
Sportsbooks often react to public betting pressure, sometimes overcorrecting and creating mispriced markets.
Defensive matchups and team familiarity can make the under a smart play, especially in high-stakes games.
Real-life casino heists and skimming schemes are more common than fiction, with recent cases in Las Vegas highlighting internal fraud.
Long-shot parlays can be profitable if they include high-upside, low-popularity picks like Spain in the World Cup final.
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The Rookie of the Year Rollercoaster: Flagg's 51-Point Game
“It was a blowout before he goes for 50 in the game against the Lakers. And it also goes back, and you're going to talk about it coming up, how he closes the season.”
Celtics vs. Hornets: Defense, Familiarity, and the Under
The hosts break down the Celtics-Hornets matchup, emphasizing defensive play, team familiarity, and strong under trends, leading them to favor the under 221 despite Boston’s strong record.
Real-Life Casino Heist: Skimming at Binion’s Cafe
“They had this whole thing, elaborate scheme planned out, and they were down to a T until you had somebody with the whistleblower come in.”
Best Gambling Movies of All Time: Rounders, Oni Mahoney, and Casino
“Number one with a bullet has got to be Casino. And a scene I love in there is The Skimm.”
Masters Fantasy Challenge: Drafting the Tiers
The hosts walk through the VEASAN High Stakes Masters Challenge, breaking down the fantasy tiers and sharing their picks—highlighting under-the-radar players like Pat Reed and Harry English.
“Number one with a bullet has got to be Casino. And a scene I love in there is The Skimm.”
“He took the drop, walked out the side door. Gone. Amazing. Gone.”
“They had this whole thing, elaborate scheme planned out, and they were down to a T until you had somebody with the whistleblower come in.”
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Cooper Flagg
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Conk Kneppel
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Julian Edlow
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UConn
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DraftKings Sportsbook
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Binion's Gambling Hall and Hotel
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Celtics
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Masters
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Robert Walker
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George Kirby
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