🏀NBA Playoff Action Today
It’s been an awesome post-season so far. I can’t wait to watch both of these games tonight! Let’s dive in and find some value.
Golden State Warriors vs. Houston Rockets
🕒 Time: 4:30 PM PT
📍 Location: Toyota Center (Houston)
Spread: Warriors +4.0 (-110) | Rockets -4.0 (-110)
Moneyline: Warriors +150 | Rockets -175
Total: 204.5 (O -110, U -110)
Game #5 – First Round Playoffs, GSW leads series 3-1
Matchup Breakdown: The Warriors aim to close out the series after a narrow 109–106 victory in Game 4. Stephen Curry led the team with 17 points, while Jimmy Butler contributed 27 points, 5 rebounds, and 6 assists. The Rockets, facing elimination, will rely on Alperen Şengün, who is averaging 22.3 points per game in the series. Jalen Green's performance will be crucial; he has struggled in the losses but scored 38 points in Houston's lone win.
Green really needs to step up as Houston is struggling hitting shots down the stretch. Fred VanVleet had a big game last time out, but it’s going to take an effort from someone else in this game. I’m anticipating a big defensive effort in this one from the Rockets and a very physical game, but the Warriors have proven they can win in various styles of games.
Key Trends:
Warriors have won 9 of their last 10 road games against Western Conference opponents.
The total has gone over in 6 of the last 8 meetings between these teams.
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🏀 Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Los Angeles Lakers
🕒 Time: 7:00 PM PT
📍 Location: Crypto.com Arena (Los Angeles)
Spread: Timberwolves +5.5 (-105) | Lakers -5.5 (-115)
Moneyline: Timberwolves +200 | Lakers -240
Total: 210.0 (O -110, U -110)
Game #5 – First Round Playoffs, MIN leads series 3-1
Matchup Breakdown: The Timberwolves look to clinch the series after a 116–113 win in Game 4, where Anthony Edwards scored 43 points, including 16 in the fourth quarter. Julius Randle added 25 points. The Lakers, facing elimination, will depend on Luka Dončić and LeBron James, who combined for 65 points in the last game. Coach JJ Redick emphasizes the need for improved late-game execution and offensive rebounding to extend the series.
Ant is just on another level right now. Some guys go into the playoffs and take a step back, while the truly elite players take a step up. That’s what we are seeing with Edwards and surprisingly, guys like Julius Randle are following that lead and intensity. I think this is going to be another close game.
Key Trends:
Timberwolves have won 20 of their last 25 games.
The total has gone over in 7 of the last 10 games between these teams.
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