Prop Points | April 27, 2026

In this episode of Prop Points, Jeff Erickson and Nick Whalen dive deep into the NBA playoffs, analyzing key games and series developments across the Western and Eastern Conferences. They highlight the Houston Rockets' surprising second-half surge against the Lakers, the Cleveland Cavaliers' struggles despite a strong offensive showing from Donovan Mitchell and James Harden, and the Boston Celtics' explosive three-point shooting that overwhelmed the Philadelphia 76ers. The Spurs' dramatic comeback against the Blazers is also praised, as is the Minnesota Timberwolves' resilience despite injuries to Anthony Edwards and Dante DiVincenzo. The hosts express skepticism about the Denver Nuggets' ability to recover from their series deficit, citing poor shooting and lack of depth. The episode then shifts to the 2026 NFL Draft, with guest Alan Soslowski offering a contrarian take on the perceived weak rookie class, advocating for value picks like Jadarian Price and Fernando Mendoza. The segment concludes with a look at MLB betting, including props on Cade Cunningham, Jack Kachanowicz, and Randy Vasquez, with a strong recommendation for Cunningham’s 10+ assists as the best bet of the night.