Matt Rooney

Matt Rooney

Sports Writer

Chicago, Illinois

Member Since: 13 Jun 2022

Summary
Matt comes from Chicago and has lived in the area his whole life. Graduated from and played football at Illinois Wesleyan University in Bloomington, IL while also serving as the director of student sports broadcasting. He writes for Betsperts as well as appears on several shows across the network.
Experience
Matt has experience wagering on all sports, but has an expertise in the NHL, MLB, NFL and College Football. He has written for Betsperts since May of 2021 and serves as the Digital Content Manager in addition to his writer and on-air duties.

More from Matt Rooney

Hurricanes vs. Islanders NHL Playoffs First Round Game 3: How to Watch, Odds, Picks & Predictions
The Carolina Hurricanes are set for Game 3 of the NHL Playoffs First Round against the New York Islanders at UBS Arena on Thursday, April 25, starting at 7:30 PM ET on ESPN2, SN360, TVAS, BSSO, and MSGSN. The Hurricanes lead the series 2-0. The Islanders have +142 moneyline odds against the favorite Hurricanes (-170). […]
Lightning vs. Panthers NHL Playoffs First Round Game 3: How to Watch, Odds, Picks & Predictions
The Tampa Bay Lightning host the Florida Panthers Thursday in Game 3 of the NHL Playoffs First Round, beginning at 7:00 PM ET on TBS, SportsNet, TVAS, Max, BSSUN, BSFL, and BSFLX. The Panthers have a 2-0 lead in the series. The Panthers are underdogs (-105) against the Lightning (-115). Lightning vs. Panthers Game Info […]
Orlando vs. Cleveland Prediction: Live Odds, Stats, History & Picks – Thursday, April 25, 2024
The Orlando Magic and Cleveland Cavaliers are battling in the opening round of the NBA Playoffs, with Game 3 coming up. The Magic face off against the Cavaliers. The Magic are favored by 2.5 points against the Cavaliers. The matchup features a point total of 201. Magic vs. Cavaliers Odds Point Spread for Magic vs. […]
Los Angeles vs. Denver Prediction: Picks, Live Odds & Moneyline – Thursday, April 25, 2024
The Los Angeles Lakers and Denver Nuggets are meeting in the opening round of the NBA Playoffs, with Game 3 next to come. The Lakers are only a 1-point favorite when they and the Nuggets hit the court in a game oddsmakers expect to be a close matchup. The game’s over/under is set at 217. […]
Dallas vs. Los Angeles Prediction: Odds, Picks, Best Bets – Friday, April 26, 2024
The Dallas Mavericks and Los Angeles Clippers are meeting in the opening round of the NBA Playoffs, with Game 3 coming up. The Mavericks head into their game against the Clippers as a 4.5-point favorite. The point total for the game is set at 211. Mavericks vs. Clippers Odds Point Spread for Mavericks vs. Clippers […]
Indiana vs. Milwaukee Prediction: Picks, Live Odds & Moneyline – Friday, April 26, 2024
The Indiana Pacers will go up against the Milwaukee Bucks in Game 3 of the opening round of the NBA Playoffs. The Pacers enter their game against the Bucks as a 5.5-point favorite. The matchup’s point total is set at 222. Pacers vs. Bucks Odds Point Spread for Pacers vs. Bucks The spread for this […]
Boston vs. Miami Prediction: Live Odds, Stats, History & Picks – Saturday, April 27, 2024
The Boston Celtics will take on the Miami Heat in Game 3 of the opening round of the NBA Playoffs. The Celtics are a 9-point favorite against the Heat when the Celtics and the Heat square off. The matchup features a point total of 204. Celtics vs. Heat Odds Point Spread for Celtics vs. Heat […]
Philadelphia vs. New York Prediction: Odds, Picks, Best Bets – Thursday, April 25, 2024
The Philadelphia 76ers and New York Knicks are battling in the opening round of the NBA Playoffs, with Game 3 up next. The 76ers hit the court as 5.5-point favorites against the Knicks. The matchup’s over/under is set at 204. 76ers vs. Knicks Odds Point Spread for 76ers vs. Knicks The spread for this matchup […]
Oklahoma City vs. New Orleans Prediction: Picks, Live Odds & Moneyline – Saturday, April 27, 2024
In Game 3 of the second round of the NBA Playoffs, the Oklahoma City Thunder will play the New Orleans Pelicans. The Thunder take on the Pelicans in a game expected to be a close matchup. The Thunder are favored by just 1 point against the Pelicans. The point total for the game is 209.5. […]
Phoenix vs. Minnesota Prediction: Live Odds, Stats, History & Picks – Friday, April 26, 2024
In Game 3 of the opening round of the NBA Playoffs, the Phoenix Suns will meet the Minnesota Timberwolves. The Suns take on the Timberwolves. The Suns are favored by 4 points against the Timberwolves. The matchup’s point total is set at 207. Suns vs. Timberwolves Odds Point Spread for Suns vs. Timberwolves The spread […]
Stars vs. Golden Knights NHL Playoffs First Round Game 2: How to Watch, Odds, Picks & Predictions
The Dallas Stars and Vegas Golden Knights square off in Game 2 of the NHL Playoffs First Round at American Airlines Center on Wednesday, April 24, with puck drop at 9:30 PM ET on ESPN, SN360, TVAS, BSSW, and SCRIPPS. The Golden Knights are up 1-0. Bookmakers favor the Stars in this matchup, listing them […]
Oilers vs. Kings NHL Playoffs First Round Game 2: How to Watch, Odds, Picks & Predictions
The Edmonton Oilers and Los Angeles Kings square off for Game 2 of the NHL Playoffs First Round on Wednesday, April 24, beginning at 10:00 PM ET on TBS, SportsNet, TVAS, CBC, BSW, and Max. The Oilers have a 1-0 edge in the series. The Oilers have -192 odds on the moneyline against the Kings […]
Maple Leafs vs. Bruins NHL Playoffs First Round Game 3: How to Watch, Odds, Picks & Predictions
The Toronto Maple Leafs ready for Game 3 of the NHL Playoffs First Round Wednesday against the Boston Bruins, starting at 7:00 PM ET on ESPN, SportsNet, TVAS, CBC, and NESN. The teams are tied 1-1 in the series. The Bruins are underdogs (-108) against the Maple Leafs (-112). Maple Leafs vs. Bruins Game Info […]
Boston vs. Miami Prediction: Odds, Picks, Best Bets – Wednesday, April 24, 2024
The Boston Celtics and Miami Heat are facing off in the opening round of the NBA Playoffs, with Game 2 up next. The Celtics head into their matchup against the Heat as double-digit favorites. The Celtics are favored by 14.5 points. The point total for the game is 205.5. Celtics vs. Heat Odds Point Spread […]
Oklahoma City vs. New Orleans Prediction: Picks, Live Odds & Moneyline – Wednesday, April 24, 2024
In Game 2 of the opening round of the NBA Playoffs, the Oklahoma City Thunder will face the New Orleans Pelicans. The Thunder are a 7.5-point favorite against the Pelicans when the Thunder and the Pelicans square off. The over/under for the matchup is 211.5. Thunder vs. Pelicans Odds Point Spread for Thunder vs. Pelicans […]
Panthers vs. Lightning NHL Playoffs First Round Game 2: How to Watch, Odds, Picks & Predictions
Game 2 of the NHL Playoffs First Round will see the Florida Panthers and Tampa Bay Lightning face off on Tuesday, April 23, starting at 7:30 PM ET on ESPN2, SN360, and TVAS. The Panthers lead the series 1-0. The Lightning are underdogs (+150) against the Panthers (-180). Panthers vs. Lightning Game Info & Odds […]
Avalanche vs. Jets NHL Playoffs First Round Game 2: How to Watch, Odds, Picks & Predictions
Game 2 of the NHL Playoffs First Round on Tuesday, April 23 will see the Colorado Avalanche visiting the Winnipeg Jets at Canada Life Centre at 9:30 PM ET on ESPN, CBC, and TVAS. The Jets are up 1-0. The Avalanche are the favorite, with -120 moneyline odds, in this game against the Jets, who […]
Canucks vs. Predators NHL Playoffs First Round Game 2: How to Watch, Odds, Picks & Predictions
The Vancouver Canucks and Nashville Predators play Tuesday for Game 2 of the NHL Playoffs First Round at Rogers Arena, beginning at 10:00 PM ET on ESPN2, SportsNet, and TVAS. The Canucks lead 1-0 in the series. Bookmakers give the Canucks -125 odds on the moneyline in this game against the Predators (+105). Canucks vs. […]
Rangers vs. Capitals NHL Playoffs First Round Game 2: How to Watch, Odds, Picks & Predictions
The New York Rangers host the Washington Capitals Tuesday in Game 2 of the NHL Playoffs First Round, beginning at 7:00 PM ET on ESPN, TVAS, SNE, SNO, and SNW. The Rangers hold a 1-0 advantage in the series. The Capitals are underdogs (+235) against the Rangers (-290). Rangers vs. Capitals Game Info & Odds […]
Los Angeles vs. Dallas Prediction: Odds, Picks, Best Bets – Tuesday, April 23, 2024
The Los Angeles Clippers will face the Dallas Mavericks in Game 2 of the opening round of the NBA Playoffs. The Clippers play the Mavericks in a game expected to be a close one. The Clippers are favored by only 1.5 points against the Mavericks. The point total for the game is 216.5. Clippers vs. […]
Minnesota vs. Phoenix Prediction: Odds, Picks, Best Bets – Tuesday, April 23, 2024
The Minnesota Timberwolves and Phoenix Suns are facing off in the opening round of the NBA Playoffs, with Game 2 coming up. The Timberwolves are a 3-point favorite against the Suns when Timberwolves and Suns hit the court. The point total for the matchup is set at 211.5. Timberwolves vs. Suns Odds Point Spread for […]
Milwaukee vs. Indiana Prediction: Live Odds, Stats, History & Picks – Tuesday, April 23, 2024
In Game 2 of the opening round of the NBA Playoffs, the Milwaukee Bucks will go up against the Indiana Pacers. The Bucks face off against the Pacers in a game expected to be a close one. The Bucks are favored by just 1 point against the Pacers. The matchup’s point total is set at […]
Hurricanes vs. Islanders NHL Playoffs First Round Game 2: How to Watch, Odds, Picks & Predictions
The Carolina Hurricanes take their home ice at PNC Arena to play the New York Islanders in Game 2 of the NHL Playoffs First Round on Monday, April 22, starting at 7:30 PM ET on ESPN2, SN360, and TVAS. The Hurricanes have a 1-0 lead in the series. The Hurricanes are favored (-245) against the […]
Oilers vs. Kings NHL Playoffs First Round Game 1: How to Watch, Odds, Picks & Predictions
The Los Angeles Kings go on the road against the Edmonton Oilers in Game 1 of the NHL Playoffs First Round on Monday, April 22, beginning at 10:00 PM ET on ESPN2, SportsNet, CBC, and TVAS. Bookmakers give the Oilers -175 moneyline odds in this matchup against the Kings (+145). Oilers vs. Kings Game Info […]
Stars vs. Golden Knights NHL Playoffs First Round Game 1: How to Watch, Odds, Picks & Predictions
Game 1 of the NHL Playoffs First Round on Monday, April 22 features the Dallas Stars hosting the Vegas Golden Knights at American Airlines Center at 9:30 PM ET on ESPN, SN360, and TVAS. The Golden Knights are underdogs (+120) in this matchup against the Stars (-142). Stars vs. Golden Knights Game Info & Odds […]
Bruins vs. Maple Leafs NHL Playoffs First Round Game 2: How to Watch, Odds, Picks & Predictions
Game 2 of the NHL Playoffs First Round on Monday will see the Boston Bruins and Toronto Maple Leafs meet, beginning at 7:00 PM ET on ESPN, SportsNet, CBC, and TVAS. The Bruins are ahead in the series 1-0. The Maple Leafs are underdogs (+120) against the Bruins (-142). Bruins vs. Maple Leafs Game Info […]
Denver vs. Los Angeles Prediction: Picks, Live Odds & Moneyline – Monday, April 22, 2024
The Denver Nuggets and Los Angeles Lakers are meeting in the opening round of the NBA Playoffs, with Game 2 up next. The Nuggets are a 7.5-point favorite against the Lakers when the Nuggets and the Lakers square off. The matchup’s point total is set at 223.5. Nuggets vs. Lakers Odds Point Spread for Nuggets […]
Cleveland vs. Orlando Prediction: Odds, Picks, Best Bets – Monday, April 22, 2024
In Game 2 of the opening round of the NBA Playoffs, the Cleveland Cavaliers will play the Orlando Magic. The Cavaliers are a 5.5-point favorite against the Magic when the Cavaliers and the Magic meet. The game features a point total of 203.5. Cavaliers vs. Magic Odds Point Spread for Cavaliers vs. Magic The spread […]
New York vs. Philadelphia Prediction: Odds, Picks, Best Bets – Monday, April 22, 2024
The New York Knicks and Philadelphia 76ers are facing off in the opening round of the NBA Playoffs, with Game 2 next to come. The Knicks hit the court as 6-point favorites against the 76ers. The game’s point total is set at 204.5. Knicks vs. 76ers Odds Point Spread for Knicks vs. 76ers The spread […]
Canucks vs. Predators NHL Playoffs First Round Game 1: How to Watch, Odds, Picks & Predictions
The Vancouver Canucks are on their home ice at Rogers Arena against the Nashville Predators in the first game of the NHL Playoffs First Round on Sunday, April 21, starting at 10:00 PM ET on ESPN, SportsNet, SN360, and TVAS. The Canucks are favored (-142) in this matchup with the Predators (+120). Canucks vs. Predators […]
Jets vs. Avalanche NHL Playoffs First Round Game 1: How to Watch, Odds, Picks & Predictions
The Colorado Avalanche take the road to play the Winnipeg Jets for the opening game of the NHL Playoffs First Round on Sunday, April 21, beginning at 7:00 PM ET on ESPN2, SportsNet, and TVAS. The Avalanche are underdogs (-105) against the Jets (-115). Jets vs. Avalanche Game Info & Odds When: Sunday, April 21, […]
Oklahoma City vs. New Orleans Prediction: Odds, Picks, Best Bets – Sunday, April 21, 2024
The Oklahoma City Thunder will play the New Orleans Pelicans in Game 1 of the opening round of the NBA Playoffs. The Thunder are an 8.5-point favorite against the Pelicans when the Thunder and the Pelicans square off. The over/under for the game is set at 216. Thunder vs. Pelicans Odds Point Spread for Thunder […]
Indiana vs. Milwaukee Prediction: Picks, Live Odds & Moneyline – Sunday, April 21, 2024
In Game 1 of the opening round of the NBA Playoffs, the Indiana Pacers will face the Milwaukee Bucks. The Pacers are a slight 1-point favorite against the Bucks. The over/under for the matchup is set at 231.5. Pacers vs. Bucks Odds Point Spread for Pacers vs. Bucks The spread for this matchup is set […]
Panthers vs. Lightning NHL Playoffs First Round Game 1: How to Watch, Odds, Picks & Predictions
Game 1 of the NHL Playoffs First Round at Amerant Bank Arena on Sunday, April 21 features the Florida Panthers and the Tampa Bay Lightning squaring off at 12:30 PM ET on ESPN, SportsNet, TVAS, BSSUN, and BSFL. Oddsmakers list the Lightning as the underdog in this matchup, listing them +142 moneyline odds against the […]
Rangers vs. Capitals NHL Playoffs First Round Game 1: How to Watch, Odds, Picks & Predictions
The first game of the NHL Playoffs First Round will see the New York Rangers and Washington Capitals play on Sunday, April 21, starting at 3:00 PM ET on ESPN, SportsNet, TVAS, MSG, and MNMT. Bookmakers favor the Rangers in this matchup, listing them -238 odds on the moneyline against the Capitals (+195). Rangers vs. […]
Dallas vs. Los Angeles Prediction: Live Odds, Stats, History & Picks – Sunday, April 21, 2024
In Game 1 of the opening round of the NBA Playoffs, the Dallas Mavericks will face the Los Angeles Clippers. The Mavericks head into their game as a 2.5-point favorite against the Clippers. The point total for the game is 223. Mavericks vs. Clippers Odds Point Spread for Mavericks vs. Clippers The spread for this […]
Boston vs. Miami Prediction: Odds, Picks, Best Bets – Sunday, April 21, 2024
The Boston Celtics will face the Miami Heat in Game 1 of the opening round of the NBA Playoffs. The Celtics enter their matchup against the Heat as double-digit favorites. The Celtics are favored by 14 points. The matchup’s point total is set at 209. Celtics vs. Heat Odds Point Spread for Celtics vs. Heat […]
Bruins vs. Maple Leafs NHL Playoffs First Round Game 1: How to Watch, Odds, Picks & Predictions
Game 1 of the NHL Playoffs First Round on Saturday, April 20 will see the Boston Bruins hosting the Toronto Maple Leafs at TD Garden at 8:00 PM ET on TBS, truTV, SportsNet, TVAS, and CBC. The Bruins have -130 moneyline odds against the Maple Leafs (+110). Bruins vs. Maple Leafs Game Info & Odds […]
New York vs. Philadelphia Prediction: Odds, Picks, Best Bets – Saturday, April 20, 2024
In Game 1 of the opening round of the NBA Playoffs, the New York Knicks will take on the Philadelphia 76ers. The Knicks face off against the 76ers. The Knicks are favored by 4 points against the 76ers. The point total for the game is 208.5. Knicks vs. 76ers Odds Point Spread for Knicks vs. […]
Denver vs. Los Angeles Prediction: Odds, Picks, Best Bets – Saturday, April 20, 2024
The Denver Nuggets will take on the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 1 of the opening round of the NBA Playoffs. The Nuggets are a 7-point favorite against the Lakers when the Nuggets and the Lakers square off. The game’s over/under is set at 226. Nuggets vs. Lakers Odds Point Spread for Nuggets vs. Lakers […]
Hurricanes vs. Islanders NHL Playoffs First Round Game 1: How to Watch, Odds, Picks & Predictions
Game 1 of the NHL Playoffs First Round at PNC Arena on Saturday, April 20 showcases the Carolina Hurricanes and the New York Islanders facing off at 5:00 PM ET on TBS, truTV, SN360, TVAS, MSGSN, BSSO, SNW, SNE, and SNP. Bookmakers favor the Hurricanes in this matchup, assigning them -245 odds on the moneyline […]
Minnesota vs. Phoenix Prediction: Odds, Picks, Best Bets – Saturday, April 20, 2024
In Game 1 of the opening round of the NBA Playoffs, the Minnesota Timberwolves will meet the Phoenix Suns. The Timberwolves are a slight 1-point favorite against the Suns. The matchup features an over/under of 214. Timberwolves vs. Suns Odds Point Spread for Timberwolves vs. Suns The spread for this matchup is set at 1 […]
Cleveland vs. Orlando Prediction: Picks, Live Odds & Moneyline – Saturday, April 20, 2024
The Cleveland Cavaliers will face the Orlando Magic in Game 1 of the opening round of the NBA Playoffs. The Cavaliers are a 4.5-point favorite against the Magic when the Cavaliers and the Magic meet. The matchup’s point total is set at 207.5. Cavaliers vs. Magic Odds Point Spread for Cavaliers vs. Magic The spread […]
New Orleans vs. Sacramento Prediction: Live Odds, Stats, History & Picks – Friday, April 19, 2024
In Game 1 of the opening round of the NBA Playoffs, the New Orleans Pelicans will meet the Sacramento Kings. The Pelicans are just a 1-point favorite when they and the Kings take the court in a game oddsmakers expect to be a close matchup. The game’s point total is set at 210.5. Pelicans vs. […]
Miami vs. Chicago Prediction: Picks, Live Odds & Moneyline – Friday, April 19, 2024
In Game 1 of the opening round of the NBA Playoffs, the Miami Heat will take on the Chicago Bulls. The Heat are only a 1.5-point favorite when they and the Bulls hit the court in a game projected to be a close matchup. The game’s over/under is set at 206. Heat vs. Bulls Odds […]
Avalanche vs. Oilers: How to Watch, Odds, Picks & Predictions
The Colorado Avalanche (49-25-7) have -218 moneyline odds to win when they host a game against the Edmonton Oilers (49-26-6), who have +180 moneyline odds, on Thursday at 9:30 PM ET on ESPN. You can watch ESPN to see the match unfold as the Oilers attempt to take down the Avalanche. Avalanche vs. Oilers Game […]
Golden Knights vs. Ducks: How to Watch, Odds, Picks & Predictions
Thursday’s NHL action includes the Vegas Golden Knights (45-28-8) hosting the Anaheim Ducks (26-50-5) at T-Mobile Arena. The Ducks are big underdogs (+295 on the moneyline) against the Golden Knights (-375) ahead of the game, which begins at 10:00 PM ET on ESPN+, BSSC, BSSD, and SCRIPPS. Watch the Golden Knights-Ducks matchup on ESPN+, BSSC, […]
Canucks vs. Jets: How to Watch, Odds, Picks & Predictions
The Vancouver Canucks (50-22-9) are favored when they visit the Winnipeg Jets (51-24-6) on Thursday, April 18. The Canucks are -130 on the moneyline to win over the Jets (+110) in the game, which starts at 8:00 PM ET on ESPN+. You can tune in to watch the Canucks look to take down the the […]
Flames vs. Sharks: How to Watch, Odds, Picks & Predictions
The Calgary Flames (37-39-5) are big home favorites (-270 moneyline odds to win) against the San Jose Sharks (19-53-9, +220 moneyline odds). Thursday’s outing begins at 9:00 PM ET from Scotiabank Saddledome on ESPN+ and NBCS-CA. Check out the Flames-Sharks game on ESPN+ and NBCS-CA. Flames vs. Sharks Game Info & Odds When: Thursday, April […]
Kings vs. Blackhawks: How to Watch, Odds, Picks & Predictions
The Los Angeles Kings (43-27-11) are heavily favored (-380 moneyline odds to win) when they host a game against the Chicago Blackhawks (23-53-5), who have +300 moneyline odds, on Thursday at 10:30 PM ET on ESPN+, NBCS-CHI, and BSW. Check out the Kings-Blackhawks matchup on ESPN+, NBCS-CHI, and BSW. Kings vs. Blackhawks Game Info & […]