🏀NBA Playoffs Game 3 Picks
Boston Celtics vs. New York Knicks
🕒 Time: 12:30 PM PT
📍 Location: Madison Square Garden (New York)
Spread: Celtics -6.0 (-110) | Knicks +6.0 (-110)
Moneyline: Celtics -250 | Knicks +210
Total: 208.0 (O -110, U -110)
Game #3 – Second Round Playoffs (NYK leads series 2-0)
Matchup Breakdown:
The New York Knicks have taken a surprising 2-0 lead in the series, winning both games in Boston. Jalen Brunson has been instrumental, averaging 23 points per game, while Karl-Anthony Towns contributed 21 points and 17 rebounds in Game 2. The Knicks' defense has been effective, holding the Celtics to 35.6% shooting from the field and 25% from three-point range over the first two games. OG Anunoby's defense on Jayson Tatum has been particularly noteworthy.
The Boston Celtics are looking to bounce back after two close losses at home. Despite their struggles, the Celtics have been dominant on the offensive glass, securing 35 offensive rebounds over two games. Kristaps Porziņģis' illness has limited his effectiveness, impacting Boston's interior presence on the negative side.
Overall, this is a must-win game for Boston. They have to come out here and attack, not settling for threes. Boston should take this game but it will not be easy.
Key Trends:
Knicks are 5-1 against the spread (ATS) in their last six games.
Celtics are 2-4 ATS in their last six road games.
The total has gone under in 4 of the last 5 meetings between these teams.
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Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Golden State Warriors
🕒 Time: 5:40 PM PT
📍 Location: Chase Center (San Francisco)
Spread: Timberwolves -6.0 (-105) | Warriors +6.0 (-115)
Moneyline: Timberwolves -245 | Warriors +205
Total: 200.5 (O -115, U -105)
Game #3 – Second Round Playoffs (Series tied 1-1)
Matchup Breakdown:
The series is tied 1-1 as it shifts to San Francisco. The Timberwolves responded to a Game 1 loss with a dominant 117-93 victory in Game 2. Julius Randle led the way with 24 points, 7 rebounds, and 11 assists. Anthony Edwards added 20 points, and the team's defense stifled the Warriors throughout the game.
The Golden State Warriors are adjusting to life without Stephen Curry, who is sidelined with a hamstring injury. In his absence, Buddy Hield and Jimmy Butler have taken on larger roles. Hield scored 24 points in Game 1 and 15 in Game 2, while Butler contributed 17 points in the latter. The Warriors will need increased production from their supporting cast to regain the series lead.
It almost seems too obvious to take Minnesota here but there’s no way I can roll with the Warriors minus Steph Curry and only 6 points. It’s going to take a heroic effort from at least two players for them to pull off a cover let alone a win.
Key Trends:
Timberwolves are 7-3 ATS in their last 10 games.
Warriors are 4-6 ATS in their last 10 games.
The total has gone under in 4 of the last 5 meetings between these teams.
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