🏀NBA Playoffs Game 3 Picks Today - Thursday, 4/24
New York Knicks vs. Detroit Pistons
🕒 Time: 4:00 PM PT
📍 Location: Little Caesars Arena (Detroit)
Spread: Knicks -1.0 (-110) | Pistons +1.0 (-110)
Moneyline: Knicks -120 | Pistons EVEN
Total: 214.5 (O -110, U -110)
📊 Series: Tied 1-1
Matchup Breakdown:
After splitting the first two games at MSG, the Pistons return home with serious momentum. Cade Cunningham erupted for 33 points in Game 2 and continues to expose holes in New York’s perimeter defense. The Knicks have leaned heavily on Jalen Brunson, who’s averaging 31.5 PPG through two games, but role players like Josh Hart have gone cold. Expect Tom Thibodeau to lean on his veterans and try to grind this out in a low-scoring battle.
Even though the Pistons have looked better for most of this series, the Knicks will need to step up here and get a win to take back home court advantage. Where is KAT at? Time to show up and make a difference.
Key Trends:
Knicks are 1-4 ATS in their last five against Detroit.
Pistons are 9-1 ATS in their last 10 home games vs Atlantic Division teams.
The Under is 6-2 in the Knicks’ last 8 following a loss.
💎 Premium Picks:
Spread Bet: Knicks -1
Total Bet: Under 214.5
Player Props:
KAT Over 21.5 Points
Cade Cunningham Over 42.5 PRA
Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Memphis Grizzlies
🕒 Time: 6:30 PM PT
📍 Location: FedExForum (Memphis)
Spread: Thunder -9.5 (-115) | Grizzlies +9.5 (-105)
Moneyline: Thunder -440 | Grizzlies +330
Total: 227.5 (O -105, U -115)
📊 Series: Thunder leads 2-0
Matchup Breakdown:
The Thunder are in full control of this series after back-to-back home wins. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has averaged 27 PPG and OKC’s defense has held the Grizzlies to under 105 in both games. Memphis is decimated by injuries and can’t find consistent scoring. Returning to FedExForum gives them a chance to respond, but they’ll need near-perfect execution.
This game almost feels like a trap bet at -9.5 so I’ll be careful.
Key Trends:
Thunder are 8-3 ATS in their last 11 road games.
Grizzlies are 3-11 ATS in their last 14 home games.
The Over has hit in 5 of OKC’s last 6 games.
💎 Premium Picks:
Spread Bet: No Bet. Look for better value on Thunder live in case of trap.
Total Bet: Over 227
Player Props:
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Over 31.5 Points
Denver Nuggets vs. L.A. Clippers
🕒 Time: 7:00 PM PT
📍 Location: Intuit Dome (Los Angeles)
Spread: Clippers -5.5 (-105) | Nuggets +5.5 (-115)
Moneyline: Clippers -220 | Nuggets +180
Total: 212.5 (O -110, U -110)
📊 Series: Tied 1-1
Matchup Breakdown:
Denver got Game 1 with a balanced attack, but Kawhi Leonard’s 39-point outburst evened the series in Game 2. The Nuggets haven’t gotten enough from their supporting cast around Jokic, who’s flirting with a triple-double each night. With the series heading to L.A., the Clippers’ perimeter defense and tempo control give them an edge, especially if Jokic gets trapped frequently.
The Clippers are one of the best home teams in the league and the spread looks tough to take, so we should probably take it. I love Harden in this game since I think Denver will be heavily focused on Kawhi.
Key Trends:
Clippers are 10-4 ATS in their last 14 as home favorites.
Nuggets are 6-2 ATS in their last 8 following a home loss.
The Under is 7-3 in the Clippers’ last 10 at home.
💎 Premium Picks:
Spread Bet: Clippers -5.5
Total Bet: Under 213
Player Props:
Nikola Jokic Over 10.5 Assists
James Harden Over 22.5 Points
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