Follow The Money | March 31, 2026 | Hour 1

In this episode of Follow the Money, Mitch Moss and Pauly Howard dive deep into the NBA and MLB betting landscape ahead of a pivotal week in the season. The hosts analyze key player props, team trends, and market movements, with a strong focus on the NBA's MVP race, where Luka Doncic, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, and Victor Wembanyama are all in elite contention. They highlight the controversy around voter sentiment, particularly Michael Wilbon’s potential shift in support if the Spurs overtake OKC for the top seed. The discussion turns to the Lakers’ playoff implications, the Pistons’ surprising resilience on a back-to-back, and the Clippers’ push for the 8 seed. In baseball, the hosts scrutinize pitching performances, including Justin Verlander’s poor outing, Jacob deGrom’s strong projection, and the injury to Blue Jays’ star Ponce, which impacts the team’s playoff hopes. They also explore betting angles like the 15-2 ATS trend for teams facing sub-.400 opponents and the value in fading struggling pitchers. The episode closes with a humorous segment on dog behavior and social media absurdities, underscoring the hosts’ signature blend of sharp analysis and light-hearted banter. Key takeaways include: 1) Always verify player prop data across multiple sources due to inconsistent reporting; 2) Teams on back-to-backs can still cover despite poor ATS records, especially if they’re resilient like the Pistons; 3) MVP narratives are heavily influenced by narrative momentum, not just stats—Wemby’s early dominance may sway voters; 4) Betting on pitchers with poor spring training form can yield value if their K-prop is undervalued; 5) The 15-2 ATS trend against sub-.400 teams is a strong statistical edge worth exploiting. The overall tone is upbeat and confident, with the hosts expressing optimism about their betting angles and the depth of the current season’s storylines.