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Playoff Gamble: Top Picks for Game 7 in NBA and NHL Postseason Action
Get ready for today's sports action:
NBA Playoff Challenge:
- Game 1: Pacers (+8) vs. Cavaliers, 6 PM ET, TNT
- Game 7: Warriors (+2.5) vs. Rockets, 8:30 PM ET, TNT
Zach Cohen has already shared his Best Bets for both games. Jonathan Von Tobel previews the Pacers-Cavs series. Stay tuned for our expert picks from the VSiN KillerSports NBA Playoff Challenge, only available shortly after 5 PM ET.
NBA Trends & Betting Systems for the second round are here, curated by Steve Makinen.
NHL:
With the Stars eliminating the Avalanche, only one spot remains in the second round:
- Blues (+130) vs. Jets (-155), 12 PM ET, TBS
Jonathan Davis will provide Best Bets later this morning.
MLB:
Greg Peterson has already shared his top plays. Steve Makinen, Adam Burke, and Josh Appelbaum will share their insights shortly. Our daily matchup page is available, with more details in the "Matchup Analysis."
NASCAR:
Steve Makinen has posted his final simulation for today's race in Texas. Stay tuned for Adam Burke's race preview.
In soccer, Nigel Seeley shares picks for the weekend EPL menu.
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Quick Hits:
NBA Playoffs: Warriors Advance, But Timberwolves AwaitKentucky Derby and Churchill Downs Picks for Saturday, May 3 from Mike SomichTuley's Thoroughbred Takes: Kentucky Derby Day at Churchill Downs
Sources: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
NBA Playoff Trends to Watch
As the NBA playoffs move into the second round, here are key trends and betting systems to monitor:
- Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Indiana Pacers: In their past 10 playoff series, the Cavaliers have dominated, winning 8, while the Pacers have only managed 2 victories combined.
- Boston Celtics vs. New York Knicks: The Celtics have had the upper hand in recent years against the Knicks, winning 5 of their last 6 meetings in the playoffs.
- Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Denver Nuggets: In head-to-head playoff games, the Thunder have had more success, winning 5 of their last 7 matches. However, the Nuggets have faced fewer top-quality opponents.
- Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Golden State Warriors: Historically, the Warriors have excelled against lower-seeded opponents, but the Timberwolves have shown potential this season with their balanced roster.
Monitor these trends closely to make informed betting decisions during the second round. Good luck!
- In the NBA Playoff Challenge, Game 1 features the Pacers with odds of +8 against the Cavaliers, while Game 7 showcases the Warriors, priced at +2.5 against the Rockets.
- Jonathan Davis will be providing Best Bets for the Blues versus Jets NHL match on TBS, with the Blues currently priced at +130.
- In the MLB, Greg Peterson has already shared his top plays, and Steve Makinen, Adam Burke, and Josh Appelbaum will soon follow with their insights.
- For NASCAR enthusiasts, Steve Makinen has posted his final simulation for today's race in Texas, and Adam Burke will offer a race preview.
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