Meatloaf is back on the menu everyone! Two of three bets were successful and they both came from the earlier game yesterday. Although it was bold to say Karl-Anthony 

Towns would score over 19.5 points at even odds. He did just that. In the process he cleared a gain of two units, and although he didn’t play much of the fourth a quarter, his points in three was everything we predicted it to be.

The Boston Celtics continued the streak of road teams winning in their Conference Semifinals match with the New York Knicks. The -5.5 was never in question as Boston had an aggressive start, and didn’t let up until the final buzzard. In doing so they saved the series from going 0 - 3, and are just one win away from moving to 2 -2 against their division rival.

The Minnesota Timberwolves versus Golden State Warriors match was close, but Minnesota pulled away in the fourth quarter with lockdown defense. Unfortunately for Fantasy Alarm and the Warriors, Draymond Green was a non-factor. He scored just two points, well short of his line of over 9.5.

However, the early game ensured a profitable day. Proving once again that ‘Two Out of Three Ain’t Bad’.

 

 

 

NBA Picks, Predictions & Best Bets Today, 5/11

There are four teams in action and each of them are playing the fourth game of the series. The home teams can take a commanding 3-1 lead in each, and the first NBA best bet today comes from the first match of the day.

 

 

 

Thunder vs Nuggets Prediction: DEN +5.5 (-110 on Bet365) *BET OF THE NIGHT 

The Oklahoma City Thunder are going to put to the test today. They have a quick turnaround after a devastating overtime loss in game three. After playing past 12 AM ET, they have a 3:30 PM ET match today. A little under 40 hours to rest and prepare for this match, while sleeping at a hotel. Denver went home to their houses and families, and have their facilities to help recover more quickly.

As great as the Thunder’s regular season was, the success is not being replicated in the second round. They are having issues with their division rival and it’s not something that can easily be fixed by coaching, or roster adjustments. They are up against a championship team that is winning with Nikola Jokic playing poorly.

They could not get past the Nuggets on a night he went 0 from 10 behind the three point line, and a dismal 8 of 25 from the field. Or put another way, 32%. Granted the Thunder had a poor three point percentage, but that is a common occurrence for visiting teams. Can they improve on tired legs? That becomes the question.

Look for Denver to win this game and put more pressure on the first place Thunder. However with a spread of +5.5, take the easy money. For those new to Bet365 make sure to take advantage of the promotional offer at the end of this article.

 

 

 

Thunder vs Nuggets Prediction: Nikola Jokic 14+ Rebounds (-118 on FanDuel Sportsbook)

Nikola Jokic had one of his worst games of the season, and arguably one of the worst playoff games of his career. Perhaps that was by design of the several double and triple teams he encountered. Perhaps it was due to the numerous times he was interfered with and the physicality of the Thunder. Or perhaps he was just having an off night. 

Although it is difficult to call a 20 point, 16 rebound, 6 assists, 2 blocks, and 2 steal night a bad game, it was a bad performance. A playoff stat line that most would dream about was one of the reigning MVPs worst performances. Despite that he earned 16 rebounds in almost 44 minutes of court time.

With double teams mounting, Jokic has been aggressive in his pursuit of defensive rebounds. 14 of his 16 rebounds were from the defensive end, as limiting opposing teams offensive rebounds has been a focal point of Interim Head Coach David Adelman. 

In this series Jokic has rebound totals of 16 and 22 in games that Denver won, and only 8 in the match that he fouled out in the third quarter. Look for Jokic to take advantage of the tired Thunder front court, and keep dominating the defensive glass. 

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Best NBA Prop Bets & Other Picks Today, 5/11

The last NBA best bet today comes from the evening game, which just happens to be the Eastern Conference match.

 

 

 

Cavaliers vs Pacers Prediction: Tyrese Haliburton Over 17.5 Points (-125 on BetMGM) 

The Indiana Pacers host the Cleveland Cavaliers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse for game four of their series. The Pacers enjoy a 2 - 1 advantage, but Cleveland enjoys a -4.5 spread and are the favorites to win this match. It is only fitting as the road team is 3 - 0 in this series.

The Pacers were humbled by a dominating performance from the Eastern Conference’s top ranked team. Cleveland gained the lead early, and held it throughout. Part of the reason they were able to do that was by completely shutting down Tyrese Haliburton.

Haliburton was held to just four points and five assists as he was clamped down upon by a stingy Cleveland defense. The points were a 2025 playoff low, and it is the second game he was held to five or less assists. Tonight Head Coach Rick Carlisle will draw up screens and double screens to free up his point guard. 

Expect Haliubrton to get back to the offensive production he displayed in the three games prior to game three. He scored 19 or more points in all three matches and was a problem in the second half of all three as well.  With a chance to move up 3 - 1 at home Haliburton has to be the best Pacers player on the court.

Put a unit on Haliburton to once again score over 17.5 points, and place this best bet at BETMGM. New customers make sure to take advantage of an offer for up to $1,500 in bonus bets.

 

 

 

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