Big Game Expert Ben Burns is 4-1/80% his past five 5% plays and 102-71 (+69.4) the past several years. That includes a 27-14 (+36.25) record with his baseball 5% releases, the #2 MLB MAX record on the site over that time. Ben's next 5% MAX WINNER goes Friday and it's out of a situation that is a perfect 3-0 over the past month, winning by a combined score of 28-7. Don't miss out!
Member Notes
- #1 FOOTBALL HANDICAPPER LAST SEASON
- #1 NBA HANDICAPPER ALL-TIME
- #1 COLLEGE HOOPS RECORD ALL-TIME
- #1 OVERALL RECORD SINCE SUMMER
- #1 BIG GAME HOOPS RECORD ALL-TIME
Today’s Free Picks
| Sport | Game Selection | Game Time |
|---|---|---|
| NHL | (75) Montreal Canadiens at (76) Carolina Hurricanes: 1P Total | 8:00pm EDT - May 29/2026 |
The PLAY: 1P Total Under 1.5 (-110)
Other than Game 1, this series has been low-scoring. However, all four of the first periods have been high-scoring. Each has gone over the first period O/U line. In Friday's elimination game, I expect the script to flip and for the game to get off to a slower start. In the previous two times that they faced elimination, both coming in Game 7, the Habs didn't allow a single first period goal. In the previous two times (both were Game 4) that they had a chance to eliminate their opponent, the Canes saw first period scores of 0-0 and 1-0. I think this one also finishes with one or less. *good at 1.5 up to -120
| Sport | Game Selection | Game Time |
|---|---|---|
| WNBA | (603) Indiana Fever at (604) Golden State Valkyries: Total | 10:00pm EDT - May 28/2026 |
The PLAY: Total Over 169.5 (-108)
These teams recently combined for 172 points, a 90-82 win for the Fever, at Indiana. They should score at least that many again Thursday. After scoring 82 and 87 points in two road games, the Valkyries returned home and scored 97 last game. Meanwhile, the Fever have scored at least 87 points in eight straight games, a minimum of 89 in each of their past three. They average 93.83 ppg, most in the WNBA. The Fever are very slight favorites, as of this writing. Based on those odds, the game is expected to be close and could go either way. If Indiana scores 87 or more, as the have done every time this season, and the Valkyries keep things close, we should see the final score finish above the relatively low number. *good at 171 or less
Consultant Bio
When industry insiders really need a big win, many put their trust in Ben Burns. Ben's ability to consistently deliver with his biggest plays is legendary. It made him the single most popular handicapper in the history of Covers. Burns has numerous documented #1 titles to his credit. In addition to being a champion sports handicapper, he's taken down multiple DFS prizes of $300K or greater.
Ben believes that there's no substitute for hard work. He logs long hours and is surrounded by a team of assistants who do the same. Ben plays all the major North American sports and uses a vast variety of handicapping strategies to beat them. Burns' O/U selections are internationally renowned. On most days, he'll have between 2-5 plays.