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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

Rudy Gobert fight punch Kyle Anderson Minnesota Timberwolves suspended suspension Play-In Tournament Lakers

Minnesota Timberwolves Suspend Rudy Gobert for One Game

Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert will serve a one-game suspension after punching a teammate in the last game of the regular season. The Timberwolves qualified for the Western Conference Play-In Tournament after they finished the season in eighth place. On Tuesday evening,...

Pauly McGuire April 11, 2023
Andrew Wiggins returns Golden State Warriors playoffs

Andrew Wiggins Returns to Golden State Warriors for Title Defense

Forward Andrew Wiggins won't suit up for the Golden State Warriors in their final two games of the regular season. But he will return to the lineup when the playoffs begin to help them defend their NBA championship. Wiggins last played on...

Pauly McGuire April 6, 2023
Tennessee Titans quarterback NFL Draft trade #3 pick Arizona Cardinals rumors

Tennessee Titans Seek to Trade Up for #3 Pick in NFL Draft

The Tennessee Titans need a new quarterback, and they're considering a trade with the Arizona Cardinals to secure the #3 pick in the upcoming 2023 NFL Draft. The Titans have the #11 pick but will have to make a bold move to...

Pauly McGuire April 5, 2023
Mac Jones trade rumors New England Patriots

New England Patriots Shopping QB Mac Jones on Trade Market

The New England Patriots attempted to trade quarterback Mac Jones during the off-season, according to a report by Mike Florio from "Pro Football Talk." The Patriots discussed a potential Jones trade with the Las Vegas Raiders, Houston Texans, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and...

Pauly McGuire April 5, 2023
UConn Huskies Win 2024 March Madness Championship Betting Perfect ATS Record

UConn Wins Men’s NCAA Title with Perfect Against The Spread Run

The University of Connecticut defeated San Diego State Monday to win the 2023 NCAA men's college basketball tournament. It had a dominating betting run, covering the point spread in every game during "March Madness." UConn, with the #4 seed, embarked on an...

Pauly McGuire April 4, 2023
Kyrie Irving Luka Doncic Dallas Mavs Miss Play-In Tournament Western Conference Playoffs

NBA Western Conference Playoff Picture Still Murky in Season’s Final Week

Heading into the final week of the NBA season, the playoff picture in the Western Conference is still unclear, and Play-In Tournament spots are still up for grabs. The Eastern Conference playoff standings are much more organized, and the final week of...

Pauly McGuire April 3, 2023
Milwaukee Bucks Boston Celtics Playoffs Eastern Conference NBA #1 Seed

Milwaukee Bucks and Boston Celtics Still Fighting for #1 Seed in East

In the final week of the NBA regular season, the Milwaukee Bucks are attempting to fend off the Boston Celtics and secure the #1 seed in the Eastern Conference. The top seed will gain control of homecourt advantage through the Eastern Conference...

Pauly McGuire April 3, 2023
Julius Randle Knicks Ankle Injury Obi Toppin

New York Knicks Forward Julius Randle to Miss Remainder of Regular Season

The New York Knicks have shut down power forward Julius Randle for the final five games of the regular season because of an ankle injury. The Knicks will reevaluate Randle in two weeks. They hope the NBA All-Star will heal in time...

Pauly McGuire April 2, 2023
Justin Verlander injury IL New York Mets pitcher

New York Mets Starter Justin Verlander Begins Season on the IL

Justin Verlander had yet to take the mound for the New York Mets before injury fears became reality. They placed the future Hall of Famer on the injury list with a muscle strain. The 40-year-old Verlander joined the Mets in free agency...

Pauly McGuire March 31, 2023
Sacramento Kings clinch playoff berth end postseason drought NBA odds

Sacramento Kings Clinch First Playoff Berth Since 2006

The Sacramento Kings ended the longest playoff drought in American sports when they clinched a berth to the 2023 NBA playoffs. The Kings failed to qualify for the playoffs in 16 consecutive seasons, but are returning to the postseason for the first...

Pauly McGuire March 30, 2023