Betting Above The Rim
Hosted by Coach James Young, this twice-a-week review of NBA and College Basketball will keep you updated on everything on and off the court. By combining in-depth basketball analysis, betting strategies, and engaging discussions on sports and pop culture, this podcast will inform, entertain and inspire you.
11/5: MBB + WBB Preview feat. Coach’s Picks for National Title
The college basketball season is finally here and Coach James Young is extraordinarily excited to preview everything before March Madness comes around. In this episode, Coach gives his Preseason All-American First Team for both the men’s and women’s side. Some of not most players should not surprise you. However, do you agree with his list?
Next, Coach picks his teams that should have a surprise, if each of their respective cards play right. When Coach mentions his women’s team, he will let you know about a player that he has his high hopes on in ter...
10/31: Coach Top 10 NBA Rookies + Notable Upcoming NBA Games
The 2024-25 NBA season is in full swing and there is a lot of discuss in the early goings. On this episode, Coach James Young goes over some of the breaking news that occurred over the week. These include Warriors F Jonathan Kuminga getting moved to the bench instead of the starting lineup and the 76ers fined $100K concerning the unclear status of All Star Joel Embiid’s health. Coach explains how both of these news either help or hinder both teams respectively.
Next, Coach looks ahead at some of three notable upcoming NBA games throughout the re...
10/29: Coach’s Top 10 Players in the NBA + Christie Sides Part Ways with Fever
As the start of the NBA season continues, on this episode, Coach James Young relays the news regarding Stephen Curry, who is dealing with an ankle injury. How will this affect the Warriors the rest of the week?
Next, Coach wonders about the futures for two teams that he feels uncertain about how each started the season 0-2; the Kings and the Nuggets. Which team do you think Coach has more concern with?
In addition, Coach previews some of the notable Tuesday (10/29) and Wednesday (10/30) games. Who do you think will win each game that he...
10/24: Notable NBA Contract Extensions + Game Previews
More contract extensions were given to a good amount of players prior to the start of the NBA season. On this episode, Coach James Young goes through some of the notable extensions such as Ruby Gobert, Aaron Gordon, and some others.
Next, we preview the odds and Coach’s best bets for the Thursday’s NBA slate. Would do you think will win each of those matchups.
Lastly, Coach takes a look ahead to some notable upcoming games through the rest of the week, weekend, and Monday, 10/28. Which game interest you the most as Coach give...
10/22: Liberty Wins Its First WNBA Title + NBA Previews for TUE & WED
The New York Liberty has captured its first WNBA Championship in franchise history in a thrilling Game 5 win over the Minnesota Lynx. On this episode, Coach James Young breaks that game and a great job the Liberty have done to make history.
In addition, Coach lists his “way-too-early” top five teams in the WNBA ahead of the 2025 season. You will be surprised to know that on the top teams in the league, in terms of record, is not listed. Do you agree with that?
Next, there have been a bunch of breaking news in the NBA...
10/15: WNBA Finals Recap & Preview + Coach’s Top 5 NBA PFs
It’s been a heated battle between the Liberty and Lynx as the WNBA Finals continue on. On this episode, Coach James Young recaps Game 2 in regard to what went right and wrong for both teams and then previews Game 3 that will take place in Minnesota’s home court.
Next, after missing two NBA seasons, Bulls guard Lonzo Ball is set to make his return to the lineup on Wednesday, October 23rd against the Pelicans on the road. Coach talks about why Lonzo is such an important piece to either keep on the roster for the Bulls or u...
10/8: Liberty Advance to Finals + Coach’s Top 5 SF List
The Liberty take down the Aces in four games during the WNBA Semifinals series. On this episode, Coach James Young, recaps New York’s victory as they move on to the Finals and why the play of Sabrina Ionescu and Breanna Stewart will be the key reasons why they will go all the way.
In addition, the semifinals series is now tied with Sun winning over the Lynx in Game 4. Coach recaps that game and gives you his best bets for Game 5 as it is a tight series between these two powerhouse teams that have different strengths an...
10/3: KAT to the Knicks in Massive Trade + Coach’s Top 5 NBA SGs
Major news in the NBA as the Knicks acquire Karl-Anthony Towns in a blockbuster trade with the Minnesota Timberwolves. On this episode, Coach James Young, breakdown the entirely of trade and how it either benefits or hinders both teams for the upcoming 2024-25 season.
Next, NBA Hall of Fame center Dikembe Mutombo passes away at the age of 58 due to brain cancer. Coach goes through his accomplishments and accolades as a player and what he did to help his community as an individual.
In addition, Coach lists his top five shooting guards in the NBA...
9/26: WNBA Playoff Preview: Liberty vs Aces, Top 5 PGs in NBA, & More
With the WNBA playoffs in full swing swing, on this episode, Coach James Young recaps the first round matchups on happened on Tuesday (09/24), then previews the semifinals series between the Liberty versus Aces. Coach gives you his best bets for that series as it is going to be a major battle between these two teams.
Next, Coach lists his Top Five NBA Point Guards as the 2024-25 season approaches. Do you agree with his list? Is he left a player off the list?
Lastly, we continue our futures market betting in the NBA with the...
9/19: WNBA Draft Lottery + NBA Futures Market w/ LAC, LAL, & MEM
The WNBA regular season is rapidly coming to a close. On this episode, Coach James Young previews the 09/19 WNBA slate especially for the teams that are competing for the final spot (8th seed) for the WNBA Playoffs: Sky, Mystics, and Dream.
Next, Coach takes a look at the WNBA Draft Lottery as the process of which team secures the #1 pick in the 2025 Draft is different compared to the NBA. Depending upon the outcome comes of the final games of the regular season, the draft order can possibly change and create a different outlook for the future of...