A Numbers Game | March 31, 2026 | Hour 2

In this second hour of 'A Numbers Game' on VSiN Best Bets, host Gil Alexander and co-host Kelly Bidlon dive deep into NBA award projections, particularly the Rookie of the Year and MVP races, with guest Drew Dinsick. They argue that Khan Knepel’s statistically dominant rookie season—measured through EPM, usage, and minutes—makes him the clear frontrunner, despite voter insecurity and long-term bias favoring Cooper Flagg. The discussion highlights how emotional and reputational concerns can distort voting, even when data overwhelmingly supports a choice. The conversation then shifts to the Kentucky Derby, where the absence of top favorites like Renegade and Commandment due to injuries has opened the field wide, with Chief Wallaby emerging as a value pick at 15-1. Mark Borchardt joins to discuss MLB’s new automated strike zone, praising its potential to clean up data and restore integrity to the game, while also sharing a winning base winner parlay involving the Mets, Dodgers, and Rockies. The episode closes with a mix of NBA betting insights, including a strong lean on the Knicks over the Rockets and concerns about the Clippers’ and Rockets’ offensive fragility.