The Fade Five with Brad Evans
736 episodes - English - Latest episode: 22 days ago - ★★★★★ - 163 ratingsBrad Evans and Nate Lundy quickly take fans through each day's betting opportunities. Each show contains their top five picks, which can come from spreads, totals, props or anywhere else there is favorable action in the world of sports. And, of course, stick around for "Bonus Time" picks because sometimes five just isn't enough.
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Kirby's Dream Land
June 21, 2024 15:55 - 31 minutes - 28.9 MBOn this Freaky Friday edition of the podcast, the guys go all in on a heat wave of baseball action. Ryan McMahon and Bobby Witt, Jr both play big roles with player props and SGPs. Despite the heat outside, Nate gives us his picks on the ice for Game 6 in Edmonton including a +340 play that he's been waiting on. Turn up the A/C and let's try to cash some heaters!
Cubs Suck Syndrome
June 18, 2024 15:56 - 34 minutes - 31.8 MBIn this basement dwelling edition, Brad Evans and Nate Lundy reunite for a run through Tuesday’s betting slate. First, the guys jump on the PLUS BUS, detailing their favorite plays at +100 odds or greater. From there, Brad counts down his ‘Fade Five.’ Is Lundy familiar with the WNBA player Brad discussed at No. 5? What pitcher props to pop the mitt? What about a leadoff man likely to set the table in Florida? Where did Lundy emphatically FADE Evans? Where did he joyfully follow? Finally, Puc...
All Whacked on Skubal Snacks
June 14, 2024 16:14 - 19 minutes - 17.9 MBBrad had to record at the crack of dawn (and we all know Nate needs his beauty sleep) so on this one-man edition, Brad Evans serves up several selections across the spectrum of sports in a likely feeble attempt to boost the bankroll. Batting leadoff, he hops aboard the PLUS BUS on a stunningly juicy wager tied to the Sky's Angel Reese. From there, he counts down the Fade Five. Why is his pinky out? Will he actually win a NBA bet? What else does he like in the W? Who will earn the W in MLB? A...
Plus Money Bets ... WOO!!
June 11, 2024 15:55 - 29 minutes - 26.8 MBOn this fired-up edition of the podcast, Brad and Nate are ready for the MLB, WNBA and NBA with today's Fade Five. Even though Brad keeps losing on his NBA bets, he throws out a SGP for your consideration. Both guys are high on two particular MLB players and there's plenty of plus-odds in Bonus Time including a look ahead at the Stanley Cup Final Game 3 from Nate.
Chucking Purple Pebbles
June 07, 2024 16:46 - 19 minutes - 18.2 MBOn this solo mission, Brad Evans rocks and rolls through his betting card in MLB, NBA, WNBA and -- Say What?! -- NHL. On the PLUS BUS, what ticket is in hand in Game 2 of the NBA Finals? From there, the Big Noise counts down the Fade Five with selections on Natasha Cloud, Jose Ramirez, Aaron Judge, Logan Webb and more. What wager topped the chart? Finally, Brad strings together legs for the #TeamHuevos Parlay Play of the Day in Rockies/Cardinals and throws out more action in BONUS TIME, incl...
Walk the Walk, Talk the Talk
June 04, 2024 16:01 - 33 minutes - 30.2 MBOn this walk-through-the-park edition, Brad Evans and Nate Lundy stroll through various offerings at the sportsbooks. First up, the guys take a ride on the PLUS BUS outlining their favorite +100 odds or greater wagers on this Tuesday. From there, Brad scoots through the Fade Five countdown. Will Angel Reese talk the talk against the Liberty? Is a bounce back in order for Shota Imanaga in the Windy City Classic with the White Sox? What AL pitchers are set to dish out free passes? Lundy faded ...
NBA Finals Lookahead
May 31, 2024 16:07 - 31 minutes - 29 MBOn this giddy edition, Brad Evans and Nate Lundy sprint through various sports bets on this Friday. First up, the guys coast on the PLUS BUS revealing their favorite +100 odds or greater wager. From there, Brad counts down ‘The Fade Five,’ How many runs will the Rangers score in Miami? What about the confidence in the Braves? What hot Phillies bat landed at No. 1? Where did Lundy follow? Where did he fade? Plus, Brad’s #TeamHuevos Parlay Play of the Day in Rockies/Dodgers and additional acti...
Dallas Closeout Special
May 28, 2024 16:12 - 32 minutes - 29.5 MBOn this crashing the boards edition, Brad Evans and Nate Lundy travel through the cosmos and acid trip through various bets in honor of Bill Walton. First up, they jump on the PLUS BUS detailing their top +100 or greater wagers. Next, Brad counts down the ‘Fade Five.’ What white hot MLB hitters is his parlaying? Caitlin Clark against the Sparks in what category at plus money? The SGP in Timberwolves/Mavs pays WHAT?! Where did Lundy fade him? Also, puck bucks, BONUS TIME action and Brad’s #Te...
Rule the World, Naz
May 24, 2024 15:56 - 33 minutes - 30.6 MBOn this rival-minded edition, Brad Evans and Nate Lundy race through various primo bets across the NBA, WNBA and MLB. Batting leadoff, the guys toss out a pair of JUICY wagers hopping aboard the PLUS BUS. From there, Brad counts down the Fade Five, featuring props on Caitlin Clark, Ketel Marte and Naz Reid. Where is he stacking his greenbacks? What did Lundy fade? Finally, Brad reveals his #TeamHuevos Parlay Play of the day in Guardians/Angels, the guys Cubs/Cards being played somewhere and ...
Lay a Smoochie on Kikuchi
May 21, 2024 15:50 - 34 minutes - 31.2 MBOn this amorous episode, Brad finds his true (betting) love with Yusei Kikuchi as he faces the White Sox. Brad and Nate both have plays for the NBA playoffs and Nate adds his NHL futures for the Eastern and Western Conference Finals. Plus, will Rafael Devers stay hot? Nate found a way to bet him just in case he finally doesn't hit a home run.
Crispy Golden Nuggets
May 16, 2024 16:03 - 35 minutes - 32.5 MBOn the special Tequila Thusday edition of the show, Brad and Nate load up on MLB, NHL and NBA picks as we see if the Rangers can close out the Hurricanes on the ice and the Nuggets look to do the same to the Timberwolves in Minnesota.
Mighty Morphin Power Ranger
May 10, 2024 15:42 - 35 minutes - 32.9 MBOn a Friday super-sized edition of the Fade Five, Brad and Nate load up on the NBA, MLB and NHL and have plenty of plus odds opportunities for us to build our bankrolls this weekend.
Pickin' Pockets
May 07, 2024 16:21 - 34 minutes - 31.9 MBOn this rambunctious edition, Brad Evans and Nate Lundy reunite to likely commiserate over units lost. As always, the boys get to work by grabbing a seat on the PLUS BUS. From there, they pitstop and ponder the Fade Five. Bets on Zac Gallen, Seth Lugo and Corbin Burnes are tossed out. Which ones did Lundy fade? And Brad attempts to break out of the funk in the NBA. Does Lundy believe the cole spell extends? Finally, Brad’s #TeamHuevos Parlay Play of the Day in Padres/Cubs, Lundy’s Puck Bucks...
Hanz and Franz Pump YOU Up!
May 03, 2024 16:08 - 33 minutes - 30.3 MBOn this bat-cracking edition, Brad Evans and Nate Lundy reteam to ruin their sports betting bankrolls. First up, the guys purchase a ride on the PLUS BUS outlining their favorite +100 odds or greater wager of the day. From there, Brad counts down his ‘Fade Five’ on this Friday. What’s his top prop in Cavs/Magic? What on Luka ‘The Don’ does he think will make him dollars? How about swings on the MLB diamond? To round things out, Brad also details his #TeamHuevos Parlay Play at a cool +165, Lu...
Going Out on a Nemb
April 30, 2024 18:42 - 21 minutes - 19.4 MBOn this bankroll shrinking edition, Brad Evans rocks the stage solo and tries to warm up on various wagers across the spectrum of sports. Batting leadoff, Evans hops aboard the PLUS BUS discussing their favorite +100 odds or greater bets. From there, Brad counts down the Fade Five in the NBA and MLB. What other attractive vigs is Brad chasing on the diamond? What is Brad banking on in the NBA to break him out of his frigid streak? Will it even matter? Should you fade or follow? Also, Brad re...
Burn Brightly, Suns
April 26, 2024 16:22 - 21 minutes - 20.1 MBWith Nate Lundy presumably passed out at a video poker machine in Vegas (or is it California), Brad Evans takes the reins on this solo mission. First off, Brad looks ahead to a NFL OROY Prop while riding the Plus Bus. From there, he counts down his favorite Friday night wagers across the diamond and on the hardwood. What SP is sledgehammer worthy? How many Ks for Patrick Sandoval? Also, Luka ‘The Don’ is about to do what? Brad then reveals his #TeamHuevos Parlay Play in the Cubs/Red Sox show...
Counting Our Lucky Stars
April 23, 2024 16:01 - 32 minutes - 29.6 MBOn this grab the rock edition, Brad Evans and Nate Lundy zigzag through various sports betting plays across the spectrum of sports. First, the guys purchase tickets for the PLUS BUS discussing their favorite +100 or greater odds plays. From there, Brad counts down the Fade Five. What baseball plays has him tacking hacks at somewhat sweet juice? What about the NBA playoffs? Will the Pacers show up in Game 2? More of the same from the stars in Suns/T-Wolves? What about Luka? Finally, Brad deta...
Running of the Bulls
April 19, 2024 15:49 - 33 minutes - 30.7 MBOn this roundball squeezing edition, Brad Evans and Nate Lundy talk about all kinds of action. First off, the guys jump on the PLUS BUS outlining their favorite +100 odds or greater wagers. From there, Brad dives into the FADE FIVE countdown, firing off wagers in MLB and both NBA Play-ins -- Bulls/Heat and Kings/Pels. Where did Lundy fade? Where did Lundy follow? What wager did Lundy show cowardice? Plus, Nate’s additional picks on the ICE, Brad’s #TeamHuevos Parlay Play at + money and a ton...
Walking Up to the Cashier
April 16, 2024 15:58 - 32 minutes - 29.4 MBThe NBA play-in games are here and there's plenty of action on the diamond as well and Brad covers both with today's Fade Five. The NHL's Eastern Conference Wild Card all comes down to tonight and Nate has a couple of parlays to play on the end of the regular season slate.
Betting on the Sho
April 12, 2024 15:41 - 32 minutes - 29.6 MBOhtani is front and center on today's podcast with the guys giving multiple ways to play his player props. Nate dips into a 5-game slate in the NHL as well and Brad has a SGP with SGA in the NBA.
Total Eclipse of a Title Game
April 08, 2024 16:00 - 31 minutes - 29.2 MBWith brain damage from staring directly at the sun, Brad is ready for the wrap up to the NCAA season with his favorite plays for tonight's game between Purdue and UConn. Nate adds his picks and the guys roll through their favorite MLB plays.
Final Four the Win
April 05, 2024 15:40 - 32 minutes - 30 MBWith picks in the NBA, NHL, MLB and both the men's and women's Final Four, this is a packed episode to get you ready for the weekend.
Feeling Chills Inside Historic Hinkle
April 02, 2024 18:09 - 34 minutes - 31.3 MBNate doesn't give a crap about the NIT ... but Brad is ALL about it as he looks to make some money tonight. The guys add their hockey, NBA and MLB picks as well include some on-the-fly SGPs to build the early season bankroll.
Hitting the Sweet 16 Tooth
March 27, 2024 16:23 - 33 minutes - 30.7 MBBrad and Nate get you ready for the start of the Sweet 16 with a preview of Thursday's games. SGPs, team totals, money lines and much more. Plus, Nate adds some Hump Day Hockey and Brad has a SGP for the Nuggets and Suns tonight.
Tournament Picks: Nothing Mid about the Midwest Region
March 19, 2024 18:55 - 30 minutes - 28.4 MBThe fourth and final region of our tournament preview takes us to the Midwest where Zach Edey and Purdue are the favorites. But that's not where Brad and Nate see the futures value. Why is McNeese scary and is Nate crazy enough to side with his wife's Kansas Jayhawks?
Tournament Picks: The Dirty South Region
March 19, 2024 18:40 - 30 minutes - 28 MBBrad and Nate's trip around your bracket continues with their picks and bets for the South Region. Both of the guys see futures value on Marquette and highlight a chance to cash on the Cornhuskers. Who will cut down the nets in Dallas and represent the region?
Tournament Picks: The BEast Region
March 18, 2024 23:33 - 28 minutes - 26.5 MBBrad and Nate turn their attention to the East Region in this episode where Brad does his best (and fails) at not showing his Illinois bias. Nate thinks there's something to the Cyclones run and the guys roll with their favorite spreads and totals.
Tournament Picks: The Wild, Wild West Region
March 18, 2024 18:00 - 30 minutes - 28 MBTo kick off the tournament, Brad and Nate will be doing four episodes this week. Each episode will focus on a region and the guys will give their favorite bets and their picks for who will win the region. Episode one is focused on the West, which Brad believes is wide open despite the current betting popularity of North Carolina. Tune in to hear the best bets, totals and more for the West.
Conference Tournament Chaos
March 15, 2024 16:05 - 33 minutes - 30.5 MBWe're just two days away from the bracket reveal and the college basketball conference tournaments are not making the committee's job any easier. Brad offers up his favorite picks for Friday's action and Nate even gets into the hoops picks as he eyes a Pac-12 SGP.
Big Boy Time
March 12, 2024 16:34 - 33 minutes - 30.6 MBThe conference tournament schedule continues for college basketball and the guys have plenty of plays as the madness of March starts to really heat up. Nate has his picks on the ice as well and Brad looks to Wemby to cash in the NBA.
Mountain West Madness
March 08, 2024 16:57 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MBFriday night hoops and hockey dominate today's episode as the guys load up on NBA and college basketball picks. There are only 4 games in the NHL, but Nate still has his picks on the ice. And Brad kicks off today's show with a couple of conference tournament futures.
Boiling Over in Champaign
March 05, 2024 18:14 - 36 minutes - 33.1 MBOn this raucous episode, Brad pretends to put his bias aside for the Illinois/Purdue game but it sticks out like a sore thumb. Plenty of college hoops action fills the Fade Five and Nate gives you his Puck Bucks for tonight in the NHL along with some NBA action and a SGP for Kansas vs Kansas State in Big 12 basketball.
Hold Onto Your Basketballs ... It's MARCH!
March 01, 2024 16:50 - 34 minutes - 31.5 MBBrad is a kid on Christmas Eve as the calendar finally changes over to his favorite month of the year and the madness is right around the corner. He gets a little ... creative ... with today's Fade Five as he looks ahead to action tomorrow that he plans to bet and projects the lines and totals with his picks for you. Nate loads up some plus-odds hockey picks and the guys have NBA picks in Bonus Time.
The Hustling Houston Cougars
February 27, 2024 17:01 - 30 minutes - 28.3 MBWith Nate back and tanned from Hawaii the boys reunite for a packed episode of hoops and hockey. Brad sees value on a bet you can only find at FanDuel along with an expectation that the Houston Cougars are going to roll early. Nate has plenty of plus-odds NHL options and the guys each load up on a NBA SGP.
All Star Sleepers
February 16, 2024 17:23 - 30 minutes - 27.8 MBOn a Friday with a light slate of college basketball and only one hockey game, Brad and Nate have their usual picks for you, but they also look ahead to the weekend's activities in Indianapolis to see if there's some money to be won at the NBA All Star Game.
Pressure Games in College Basketball
February 13, 2024 16:41 - 34 minutes - 31.8 MBBrad and Nate are back at it on a day packed with some very important college hoops games and nearly a dozen games on the schedule for the NHL. Plus Brad loads up a SGP for the NBA and Nate looks for a couple of players to stay hot on the ice.
Super Duper Bets
February 09, 2024 18:30 - 24 minutes - 22.8 MBWith Nate buried on Radio Row in Las Vegas chasing celebrity interviews (and likely failing) Brad jumps in to roll solo with today's podcast with his favorite bets for Kansas City and San Francisco this weekend.
Spectacular Saturday Hoops
February 03, 2024 02:55 - 23 minutes - 21.3 MBWith Nate preparing for Vegas next week, Brad rolls solo on this Friday edition of the podcast with his favorite plays from a stacked Saturday of college hoops.
Tacos, Tips and CBK Totals
January 30, 2024 17:21 - 33 minutes - 30.4 MBThe guys already have their eyes on Las Vegas and open up today's episode with some early props for Super Bowl LVIII. Then hockey, NBA and college hoops take over the list as we belly-up to a Taco Tuesday buffet.
Predicting Super Bowl Spots
January 26, 2024 16:52 - 35 minutes - 32.8 MBIt's a Championship Friday as the NFL prepares to lock in the two teams that will battle it out in Sin City. Plenty of NFL bets for Sunday's action are in today's episode along with NHL, NBA and college basketball. Cheers to a winning weekend!
Hoops, Hockey and Hokiness
January 23, 2024 18:59 - 34 minutes - 31.4 MBThe guys have college basketball and action on the ice to get you through this Taco Tuesday (or is it Hump Day) edition of the podcast. Two big match-ups in the Big 12 have Brad eyeing the home teams to win and Nate looks to ride the points streak of three Eastern Conference NHL stars.
Divisional Round Dollars
January 19, 2024 16:48 - 36 minutes - 33.2 MBIt's a Football Friday on the Fade Five and the guys have plenty of player props and parlays to keep you entertained as you get ready for the four pack of games this weekend. Bonus Time adds some college hoops, hockey and NBA.
Baskets, Pucks and Bucks
January 18, 2024 17:02 - 31 minutes - 29.1 MBCollege basketball and the NHL are top of mind for the guys in today's episode, but can you trust the road teams? Nate (and his bank account) don't so Brad does his best to convince to come along for the road trip. In Bonus Time, Nate has more action on the ice and Brad looks at a red hot player in the NBA.
Two Tickets for Playoff Paradise
January 15, 2024 16:55 - 30 minutes - 28 MBMother Nature has gifted us a Monday doubleheader to cap off Wild Card Weekend so the guys have plenty of NFL picks for you plus NBA, College Hoops and NHL to fill up this frigid Monday. Stay warm, everyone!
Super Duper Wild Card Wagers
January 12, 2024 17:02 - 35 minutes - 32.3 MBIt's a PACKED weekend of football, basketball and hockey and the guys are ready with plenty of player props, SGPs and more.
Crowning a College Champion
January 08, 2024 17:00 - 34 minutes - 31.8 MBOn this College Football Championship edition of the podcast, Brad rubs Nate's nose in the fact that he can't bet on college player props in Colorado by stacking the Fade Five with Washington and Michigan player props. The guys do give plenty of picks if you're also in a state where you can't. Plus Nate loads up Bonus Time with NHL plays for the 4 games tonight and Brad has a NBA SGP.
NFL Week 18 ... It's Complicated
January 05, 2024 16:52 - 37 minutes - 34.5 MBOn this super-sized Friday edition of the podcast, Brad and Nate look to the weekend of NFL action and try to find some value, whether the game has playoff implications or not. Nate starts things off on the ice with a Power Play for the Devils before Brad launches into his favorite props and SGPs. In Bonus Time, the guys disagree on what will happen in the big college basketball battle between Purdue and Illinois and Brad adds a SGP for the NBA action tonight.
Make Us Stacks, Stafford
December 30, 2023 18:03 - 28 minutes - 25.7 MBOn this ball dropping edition, Brad Evans rolls solo one more time before 2023 ends. Will it be a triumphant and money-making finish? First, he discusses a PLUS BUS offering on a QB never discussed on the pod. From there, he speeds through the Fade Five counting down his favorite NFL Week 17 player props from five to one, including several at attractive odds. Finally, Brad unveils his #TeamHuevos Parlay Play in Niners/Commanders at +222 and tosses out college football playoff leans between M...
The Ball Drops on TNF
December 27, 2023 18:51 - 20 minutes - 19.1 MBOn this illuminated ball edition, Brad Evans raises a glass and toasts the TNF finale. Before sipping on Jets/Browns, he grabs a seat on the PLUS BUS. From there, Brad counts down his top-five player props. Which ones were north of +100? What took the top spot? Are you fading? Also, Brad #TeamHuevos Parlay Play, BONUS TIME plays and your suggestions in ‘X Marks the Spot.’ Get it all in just 30 minutes!
Rockin' Around the Betting Tree
December 24, 2023 18:41 - 15 minutes - 14.4 MBOn this stocking stuffer edition, Brad Evans presents the good little betting girls and boys various opinions on the three-pack of Christmas Day games -- Raiders/Chiefs, Giants/Eagles and Bills/Niners. What selection landed at No. 1? Give the people plus money, Evans. Serving the North Pole elves, Brad also tosses out his 3-leg #TeamHuevos Parlay Play, all QB props. Quick. Easy. And, hopefully, not a Blue X-Mas outcome. If you’re trying to avoid awkward conversations with your uncle, listen ...