Chris Bengel

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Chris Bengel is a veteran sports writer with two decades of experience covering the NBA, NHL, and NFL for CBS Sports and 247Sports. He attended Rowan University where he earned a degree in journalism and is a tortured Philadelphia sports fan residing in Harrisburg, PA.

Latest Articles by Chris Bengel

Grizzlies PF Jaren Jackson Jr. rebounds during an NBA game; Jackson was traded to the Utah Jazz on Tuesday, February 3.

Projecting Jazz Depth Chart, Starters After Jaren Jackson Jr. Trade

February 3, 2026

With PF Jaren Jackson Jr. trade to the Jazz, let’s take a look at where the new Utah Jazz depth chart stands following the trade deadline deal.

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Knicks F OG Anunoby dunks a basketball in an NBA game.

Knicks vs. Wizards Prediction, Spread: Target OG Anunoby, Alex Sarr?

February 3, 2026

New York G OG Anunoby and Washington C Alex Sarr headline PrizePicks' Knicks-Wizards prediction and spread for Tuesday, February 3.

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North Carolina F Caleb Wilson dunks a basketball in an NBA game.

Syracuse vs. North Carolina Prediction, Spread: Target Caleb Wilson?

February 2, 2026

Our Syracuse vs. North Carolina prediction and Monday college basketball picks are headlined by F Caleb Wilson and G J.J. Starling.

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Minnesota Timberwolves PF Julius Randle dribbles during a game against the Houston Rockets.

Timberwolves vs. Grizzlies Prediction, Spread, Picks: Julius Randle & JJJ Battle

January 31, 2026

Minnesota PF Julius Randle and Memphis C-PF Jaren Jackson Jr. headline PrizePicks' Timberwolves vs. Grizzlies prediction and picks for Saturday, January 31.

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Los Angeles Lakers SG Austin Reaves dribbles up the floor against the Dallas Mavericks.

Austin Reaves Injury Update: Is Reaves Playing Tonight vs. Wizards?

January 30, 2026

Get the latest Austin Reaves injury update and whether the Lakers SG is playing tonight vs. the Wizards, plus find PrizePicks projections for G Marcus Smart.

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