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Reporter: Pauly McGuire

Pauly McGuire is a novelist, sports writer, and sports bettor who specializes in the NBA and NFL.

He joined Casino.org in 2022 after 20 years of experience in the gaming industry with bylines in High Roller Magazine, Vegas Seven, MSN, and the UK Racing Post. He covered major spectacle events such as March Madness, the Iditarod, the Tour de France, the Oscars, and the World Series of Poker.

For nearly a decade, Pauly covered the international poker circuit in Europe, Latin America, and Australia. His critically acclaimed 2010 book "Lost Vegas" chronicled working at the World Series of Poker in Las Vegas while writing for Tao of Poker, Bluff Magazine, Fox Sports, and Poker Player Newspaper during the wildest days of the poker boom.

Pauly grew up in New York City, which is why he's a jaded fan of the New York Jets and Knicks. After residing in Las Vegas and Los Angeles for the last two decades, Pauly recently relocated to Denver, Colorado.

He's currently working on his fourth novel titled "The Kicker." His most recent novels -- "Guard This" (2021) and "Fried Peaches" (2018) -- are currently available on Amazon.

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550 stories by Pauly McGuire

Damian Lillard

Portland Trail Blazers Mull Trading #3 Pick in Upcoming Draft

The Portland Trail Blazers are fielding trade offers from teams interested in acquiring the #3 pick in the 2023 NBA Draft. The Boston Celtics, Toronto Raptors, Minnesota Timberwolves, and Brooklyn Nets are potential trade partners with the Trail Blazers. Trade rumors always...

Pauly McGuire June 20, 2023
Brandon Ingram Zion Williamson

Charlotte Hornets Consider Trading #2 Pick to the New Orleans Pelicans

The New Orleans are keen on guard prospect Scoot Henderson, which is why they're rumored to trade up in the upcoming 2023 NBA Draft. The goal is to secure the #2 pick from the Charlotte Hornets in exchange for either small forward...

Pauly McGuire June 19, 2023
Bradley Beal

Phoenix Suns Add Bradley Beal in Trade, See Instant Title Odds Boost

The Washington Wizards will send All-Star guard Bradley Beal to the Phoenix Suns in a trade that includes point guard Chris Paul, shooting guard Landry Shamet, and multiple second-round draft picks in addition to a pick swap. Beal will waive his no-trade...

Pauly McGuire June 18, 2023
Deandre Ayton Suns

Dallas Mavs, Chicago Bulls Trade Betting Favorites for Phoenix Suns’ Deandre Ayton

The Phoenix Suns are looking into different trade scenarios for center Deandre Ayton. The Dallas Mavericks and the Chicago Bulls are the top betting favorites to acquire Ayton if the Suns decide to trade him. The Suns recently met with point guard...

Pauly McGuire June 16, 2023
Bradley Beal

Washington Wizards Explore Trade Options for All-Star Guard Bradley Beal

Washington Wizards shooting guard Bradley Beal is the latest NBA All-Star involved in off-season trade rumors. A dozen teams are interested in adding Beal in a trade, and several title contenders are confident Beal is the precise superstar to put them over...

Pauly McGuire June 15, 2023
Nikola Jokic Nuggets

Denver Nuggets Win First NBA Title, Favorites to Repeat in 2024

The Denver Nuggets defeated the Miami Heat in Game 5 of the 2023 NBA Finals to win their first championship. Oddsmakers installed the Nuggets as the consensus favorite to win the 2023-24 NBA championship at +475 odds. Despite an ugly shooting performance...

Pauly McGuire June 13, 2023
Tyler Herro

Miami Heat Injury Update: Tyler Herro to Suit Up for Game 5

Miami Heat shooting guard Tyler Herro is expected to play for the first time since he sustained a hand injury in the opening game of the playoffs. The Heat square off in an elimination game Monday night against the Denver Nuggets in...

Pauly McGuire June 12, 2023
Pete Alonso Mets

New York Mets Send Slugger Pete Alonso to Rare Stint on Injured List

New York Mets slugger and first baseman Pete Alonso sustained a left wrist injury and is expected to miss the next three or four weeks. Atlanta Braves pitcher Charlie Morton hit Alonso with a 97 mph fastball, which ricocheted off Alonso's left...

Pauly McGuire June 12, 2023
Panthers Golden Knights fight

Vegas Golden Knights Now One Win Away from the Championship

Three down, one to go. The Vegas Golden Knights defeated the Florida Panthers, 3-2, to win Game 4 of the Stanley Cup Final which included an all-out brawl after the final buzzer sounded. The Golden Knights took a 3-1 series lead in...

Pauly McGuire June 11, 2023
Dalvin Cook

Minnesota Vikings Cut All-Pro Running Back Dalvin Cook

The Minnesota Vikings cut running back Dalvin Cook and the Miami Dolphins and Denver Broncos are the leading contenders to sign him as a free agent. The Vikings cut the four-time All-Pro running back on Friday to free up $9 million in...

Pauly McGuire June 9, 2023