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Brent Musburger

Brent Musburger

Brent Musburger, a veteran sports broadcaster, writes a weekly column for his Vegas Stats and Information Network, which simulcasts his show Monday through Friday from 3 to 5 p.m. Follow @BrentMusburger on Twitter

The NBA’s plot now thickens with the LeBron James show

Arizona big man Deandre Ayton might have starred in the NBA draft as the No. 1 pick, but the league has upstaged its own show with the drama surrounding LeBron James.

Bet against Dustin Johnson in US Open at your own peril

Before Thursday, you could back Dustin Johnson at 10-1 odds. With a 69 followed by a 67, you’ll be lucky to find even money on the front-runner at Shinnecock Hills in Southampton, New York.

Justify looks to conquer 1 1/2-mile Belmont, win Triple Crown

If you like Justify, don’t shy away from the win bet because of the short odds. It’s a good play simply because there are more contenders in the field that will attract money.

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Golden Knights fans, bettors look for better results Saturday

For Golden Knights fans, the hours are slowly moving toward Game 3. Not even plus money can erase the apprehension about what lies ahead in the Stanley Cup Final.

Golden Knights’ open practice is a breath of fresh air

An open practice before a Stanley Cup quest begins? Can’t say I’ve seen anything quite like it. Try walking into Nick Saban’s practice in Tuscaloosa three days before an Auburn game.

Preakness, NBA playoffs headline Saturday betting board

A horse named Justify and a basketball player nicknamed King James headline a terrific betting Saturday that starts with the Preakness, the second jewel of the Triple Crown.

Bettors now getting value taking Golden Knights against Jets

We already know that bettors can’t get enough of the Golden Knights. But since they are finally an underdog in the Western Conference Final, that angle has taken on new meaning.

Fremont Street would make great location for NFL draft

An insider told me that the NFL already is considering locations in Las Vegas for its draft. The Raiders’ new stadium is the obvious choice, but there is one location that screams Las Vegas — an upgraded Fremont Street.

Raiders owner Mark Davis has vested interest in Las Vegas fans

An interested spectator at the Golden Knights’ NHL playoff debut Wednesday was Raiders owner Mark Davis, whose NFL franchise will be moving to Las Vegas in 2020.

Golden Knights go from 200-1 to 6-1 to win Stanley Cup

A big round of applause for owner Bill Foley and the Golden Knights organization as they begin their quest for the Stanley Cup, which they are 6-1 to win. That’s a long way from 200-1 last fall.

Sister Jean, Loyola-Chicago’s magic ride ends in San Antonio

Yes, I’m going against Sister Jean during Easter weekend, but I’m not completely on my own. Remember this bit of history: Villanova was named after St. Thomas of Villanova.