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Episode 410: Luka the Laker and the Big Game

Matt Crone February 6, 2025

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This week on The Underdog:

 

Introduction & Super Bowl Week

  • 00:00:42 – 00:01:09
    • Chris and Matt kick off the episode by announcing Super Bowl Week, emphasizing the high-stakes matchup between the Eagles and Chiefs.

NBA Trade Deadline: Luka Dončić to the Lakers

  • 00:02:12 – 05:19
    • Luka Dončić was traded to the Lakers for Anthony Davis, sending shockwaves across the league.
    • Chris initially thought the trade was fake, dismissing it as a social media hoax.
    • Mavericks GM Nico Harrison only negotiated with the Lakers, missing out on better trade offers.
    • Chandler Parsons texted Mark Cuban, who responded, “That makes two of us,” implying Cuban was also blindsided.
    • Conspiracy theory emerges: Could new Mavericks ownership be preparing to relocate the team to Las Vegas?

Super Bowl LVIII: Eagles vs. Chiefs Betting Odds

  • 00:20:25 – 22:41
    • The Eagles have moved from +1.5 to +1 underdogs on Bovada.
    • Discussion on media narratives and how both teams are being perceived heading into the game.
    • Matt expresses growing confidence in the Eagles as Super Bowl Sunday approaches.

 

Super Bowl MVP Odds

  • 00:29:25 – 30:47
    • Patrick Mahomes is the MVP favorite (+115), followed by Saquon Barkley (+250) and Jalen Hurts (+300).
    • Chris jokes about betting on an offensive lineman at +75,000 odds.

Live Reactions to NBA Trade Deadline Moves

  • 00:36:40 – 41:17
    • Jimmy Butler traded to the Warriors after failing to get a deal with the Suns.
    • De’Aaron Fox moved to the Spurs for a much bigger return than Luka got, highlighting Dallas’ mismanagement.

Super Bowl Prop Bets & Alternate Spreads

  • 00:46:52 – 50:12
    • Discussion on alternate lines:
      • Chiefs -20.5 (+1150) and Chiefs +17.5 (-3000).
      • Eagles -17.5 (+1125) as an aggressive betting option.
    • Matt jokes about taking out a third mortgage to bet on the Super Bowl.

Jason Kelce’s Super Bowl Attire

  • 00:49:34 – 50:23
    • Betting odds on what team apparel Jason Kelce will wear at the game.
    • Eagles only (-400), Chiefs only (+1400), or both teams (+200).
    • Matt believes Kelce will wear neutral gear, like a gray sweatshirt.

Final Thoughts & Wrap-Up

  • 00:50:24 – End
    • Chris and Matt reflect on the intensity of Super Bowl week.
    • Chris shares fun Super Bowl prop bets, including whether Andy Reid will mention “burger” in his post-game speech.

 

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