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Gia Nguyen

Sports Editor

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Gia is a Basketball Insiders contributor based in Canada. She graduated from the University of Windsor with a Bachelor of Science, so she knows the make-up of a winning bet. Gia uses her analytical background to tell stories using the latest data and statistics. Her work has been sourced by Entrepreneur, Inquirer, and more. Gia is also interested in health, wellness, and yoga.

Articles by Gia Nguyen (104)

NBA Finals 2023 Local TV Ratings: Top Media Markets Missing From Top-10

The Denver Nuggets were crowned NBA Champions on Monday after winning Game 5 of the 2023 NBA Finals against the Miami Heat. While it was a historic moment for Denver, which clinched its first-ever title, the series didn’t perform that well for the league and its partners. Game 5 averaged the most viewers with 13.08 […]

Gia Nguyen  •  15 Jun 2023
Nikola Jokic Won the 2023 NBA Finals and Just Wants to Go Home

On Monday night, Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets were crowned NBA Champions with their win over the Miami Heat in Game 5 at Ball Arena. Jokic was named NBA Finals MVP after his historic postseason run. The Nuggets’ star became the first player to lead the postseason in total points, rebounds, and assists. He […]

Gia Nguyen  •  13 Jun 2023
New Orleans Pelicans To Trade For Scoot Henderson In NBA Draft 2023

The 2023 NBA Draft is just a few weeks away and one NBA title contender is already making moves to trade up. Are the New Orleans Pelicans looking to pair Scoot Henderson with Zion Williamson and Brandon Ingram? Shams Charania reported that the New Orleans Pelicans will pursue a trade for a top pick, likely […]

Gia Nguyen  •  12 Jun 2023
NBA Finals 2023: Jimmy Butler Earns More Than Nikola Jokic By Saving On Taxes

Like the rest of American citizens, NBA players are subjected to income taxes every year. However, since the players reside in different states, the individual income tax rate varies from state to state. While it might seem like a novelty, the difference can add up, especially for players that have signed max contracts. Jimmy Butler, […]

Gia Nguyen  •  06 Jun 2023
How Much Does An NBA Finals Commercial Cost? ABC Charging $1.2M in 2023

The 2023 NBA Finals features two small market teams in the Denver Nuggets and Miami Heat. However, that hasn’t stopped ABC from selling out 90% of the commercial spots for Games 1-5. Find out how much an NBA Finals commercial costs in 2023 and how those prices compare to Super Bowl commercials. The NBA Finals […]

Gia Nguyen  •  04 Jun 2023
NBA Playoffs 2023 Is Most Watched Postseason Since 2012

It may not be the NBA Finals matchup that fans and advertisers were hoping for but the Miami Heat and the Denver Nuggets are the last two teams standing. The 2023 NBA Finals will mark just the second time in the 13 years that LeBron James, Steph Curry, or both won’t be playing for an […]

Gia Nguyen  •  03 Jun 2023
NBA Finals 2023: Denver Nuggets’ Win Would Be Bad for Sportsbooks

Game 1 of the NBA Finals is set to tip off in Denver on Thursday with the Nuggets taking on the Miami Heat. The Heat find themselves as 8.5-point underdogs with the sharp money pouring in on the Nuggets to cover the spread. Learn why Denver’s first NBA Finals’ win would be a bad outcome […]

Gia Nguyen  •  01 Jun 2023
NBA Finals Game 1: Nuggets vs Heat Public Betting Trends and Most Bet On Props

The NBA Finals will tip off on Thursday, June 1st at 8:30 p.m. with the exciting matchup between the Miami Heat and Denver Nuggets. The Miami Heat are only the second No. 8 seed in NBA history to ever make it to the Finals after defeating the Boston Celtics in Game 7 to win the […]

Gia Nguyen  •  01 Jun 2023
Spurs’ No.1 Pick Victor Wembanyama Could Save $24M On Rookie Contract With Texas Move

The San Antonio Spurs won the lottery to earn the rights to draft French phenom Victor Wembanyama with the No. 1 overall pick in the 2023 NBA Draft. A native of France, Wembanyama also stands plenty to gain from a move to San Antonio, Texas. As a citizen of France, Wembanyama’s NBA earnings would be […]

Gia Nguyen  •  01 Jun 2023
WATCH: Paul George Impersonates NBA on TNT Analyst Charles Barkley On Podcast

On a recent episode of his podcast, “Podcast P”, Paul George did a hilarious impersonation of NBA on TNT analyst Charles Barkley. George’s impersonation is almost spot on, poking fun at the TNT analyst for his announcing style. The eight-time NBA All Star started a new podcast earlier this year with the purpose of letting […]

Gia Nguyen  •  01 Jun 2023