Filip Tomic

Pickswise Expert

Filip fell in love with the game of basketball at a very early age when he saw the 1996 Chicago Bulls win their first of three upcoming championships. Recordings of NBA games in Europe at that time were rare, but with the power of dial-up internet and VHS tapes he was able to follow the NBA closely ever since. The 2023/24 season is his 4th year with Pickswise as a handicapper. He lives and breathes basketball, spending most of his days either watching last night’s games or doing research on upcoming ones. He is a huge believer in the modern-day analytical approach to betting and he hopes his perspective and analysis can make Pickswise followers' wagering decisions a bit easier. For Filip Tomic media enquiries, please email contact@pickswise.com.

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Location

Zagreb, Croatia

Favorite Sports

NBA

Soccer

Favorite Teams

Greatest Betting Win

Since joining Pickswise back in the 2020/21 season, I’ve landed plenty of winners, but 3 of them stick out for me the most. The first one is from March of 2021 when the Houston Rockets were able to end a 20-game losing streak against the Toronto Raptors. I backed them at 4/1 odds as a 3-star rating, cashing around $120. I also remember cashing on all 8 of my spread and total picks one night during the 2022/23 NBA season, without of doubt my most successful day when it comes to those markets.

Greatest Achievements

I remember having a Same Game Parlay on one of the Brooklyn Nets games where I had both Durant and Irving to score 40+ points. I can’t remember the specific game, but the bet did land at 37/1 odds and it was just a great feeling to deliver such a big winner for our Pickswise followers.

Education

Has a degree in computer science from the University of Mostar. Coming from a sports journalistic background, he was able to blend his passion for IT, sports and betting into a successful career. He makes a conscious effort on a daily basis to stay up to date with the latest betting trends by acquiring knowledge from all the best sports handicappers in the business.

Experience

15+ years betting experience. 9+ years of sports handicapper experience.

Favorite betting market / type

Point spreads and game totals.

Favorite bookmakers

Filip's Picks

Money Line Pick

BKN Nets Win(+375)

Reasoning

KD and co. have held the fort down in Sengun’s absence and the Rockets all of a sudden find themselves on a 3-game win streak. Their latest victim were the Indiana Pacers and although they didn’t cover in that game, the Rockets will be happy with the result. Sengun’s absence has left a bit of a void in the middle which Steven Adams has filled, however the latest injury report has Adams listed as questionable which could be problematic. Tari Eason and Clint Capela are also on there, the Rockets might struggle with size in this game, which isn’t something we’re used to seeing.

Despite their most recent loss to Golden State, I have really enjoyed watching these Brooklyn Nets over the past couple of weeks. They’ve completely transformed themselves into an alite defensive team, something you don’t see often in today’s NBA. The last 10 games have seen them have the league’s best defensive efficiency, allowing just 105.6 points per 100 possessions. Sharpshooter Michael Porter Jr. is flourishing in his role as the team’s leading scorer, plus Cam Thomas recently returned from injury which should also be a boost to their scoring abilities.

Unless I’m missing something very obvious here, I am not entirely sure why the Rockets are double-digit favorites here. They face a tough minded Nets team and it won’t be easy scoring on them, even for a motivated Kevin Durant who faces an old team of his. I’m happy to risk it a bit and take Brooklyn on the Money Line. For those who want a safer option I’d recommend backing the Nets plus the spread.

Houston Rockets vs Brookly Nets Predictions: Nets ML is available at +375 at time of publishing.

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Point Spread Pick

PHI 76ers -1.5(-115)

Reasoning

Tyrese Maxey heads back home to Dallas as he looks to lead his 76ers to another win over his hometown Mavericks. Philly dominated the first meeting winning by 7, behind Maxey’s 38 points. Nothing too drastic has happened since that game played 10 days ago, the Sixers will be encouraged here after getting a 34 and 10 performance from Joel Embiid in the OT win at Memphis the other day. Taking care of the ball has been the key for the Sixers this season, they rank 3rd best in turnover percentage over the past 10 games and if they can limit those they’ll be in good shape here.

Dallas got a productive game from Anthony Davis in that first meeting, as he finished with 24 and 15 rebounds. However, Thursday night might see them have to rely on others as AD is still out injured. The defense has really suffered without his presence down low, Dallas has dropped 3 games in a row and 4 of their last 5 games against not-so-elite opponents. Copper Flagg is leading the charge, but relying on a rookie to take you to the promise land isn’t exactly something that can work in the long run in today’s NBA. From a bettors’ perspective the Mavs are an unreliable 1-5 ATS in their last 6 games, they’ve lost 7 of 10 meetings against Philadelphia.

I have the Sixers sweeping the regular season series here. Maxey is on fire and he’s going to show up playing in front of his friends and family in Dallas. There could even be a Joel Embiid sighting here, he should be able to assert himself down low with the Mavs lacking a couple of quality big me. Take Philadelphia.

Philadelphia 76ers vs Dallas Mavericks Predictions: 76ers -1.5 is available at time of publishing. Playable at that number.

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