Playoff Online Betting Tips, Game Choices, Forecasts for NBA's Thursday Matchups on April 24th
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NBA Playoffs Intensify: Top 3 Game 3 Picks You Don't Want to Miss!
Get ready for another thrilling night of NBA Playoffs action with three must-see Game 3s on the agenda! Kick off the evening with Knicks vs. Pistons, followed by Thunder vs. Grizzlies and Nuggets vs. Clippers.
Our team of basketball experts have crunched the numbers and unearthed some unmissable NBA picks for all three matches. Let's dive into our top selections for Thursday, April 24.
Thursday, April 24: NBA Best Bets
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7 p.m.
| Game | Time (ET) | Pick ||--------|-----------|-------------|| 7 p.m. | Tobias Harris Over 20.5 Points + Rebounds || 9:30 p.m. | Under 222.5 || 10 p.m. | Clippers -5 || 9:30 p.m. | Jalen Williams Over 9.5 RA || 9:30 p.m. | Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Over 31.5 Points |
Tobias Harris Over 20.5 Points + Rebounds
Thunder vs. Grizzlies
By Michael Arinze
9:30 p.m.
In the opening two games of this playoff series, it's been clear sailing for the Thunder against the Grizzlies. The Thunder have demonstrated their ability to disrupt Memphis' offensive firepower, minimizing the Grizzlies' speed and 3-point shooting.
Under 227
As we look ahead to Game 3, the trends suggest that this one might prove to be low-scoring. The Thunder's defense, which led the league in defensive rating during the regular season, is a decisive factor in this debate.
While the total has gone Under in six of the last seven meetings between the Thunder and Grizzlies, the pace of this series so far (102.67 points per game) has been faster than average. Given the historical data, there's reasonable support for the Under, but the series trend towards a faster pace makes a higher-scoring game slightly more probable.
10 p.m.
Nuggets vs. Clippers
Clippers -5
By Michael Fiddle
In the battle of the Western Conference, the Clippers appear to have the upper hand after tying the series in Game 2. A formidable home court advantage should bolster the Clippers, making them the strong favorite as they return home to the Intuit Dome.
9:30 p.m.
The weekend's winner will have the crucial momentum heading into the remaining games. Ty Lue's coaching prowess during the playoffs, combined with Adelman's relative inexperience, could prove to be a significant deciding factor.
Jalen Williams Over 9.5 RA
Thunder vs. Grizzlies
By Bryan Fonseca
9:30 p.m.
Back to the well. Jalen Williams has surpassed the 9.5 RA line in both games this series. The trend is evident: Williams has never finished below five boards, and he's only finished under five assists one time since being matched up against Memphis.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Over 31.5 Points
With the matchup defining Williams' production, it seems unlikely that the rookie will slip up now.
So there you have it – dive into the NBA Playoffs action, armed with our top picks for each of the highly anticipated matchups. Bet smart and enjoy the games!
Specific betting recommendations come from the sportsbook offering preferred odds as of writing. Always shop for the best price using our NBA Odds page, which automatically surfaces the best lines for every game.
- In the article, the author suggests that Thunder's defense, known for leading the league in defensive rating during the regular season, might contribute to a lower-scoring game in the matchup against Grizzlies (Under 222.5).
- Interestingly, even though the total has gone under in six of the last seven meetings between the Thunder and Grizzlies, the pace of this series (102.67 points per game) has been faster than average.
- The Clippers are favored to win against the Nuggets in the NBA Playoffs, bolstered by their home court advantage and Ty Lue's coaching prowess during the playoffs.
- Jalen Williams from the Thunder has consistently overperformed in the RA (rebounds and assists) category against the Grizzlies, and chances are he will do so again (Jalen Williams Over 9.5 RA).
