55 Expert Picks
Boston was 4-0 vs. Florida this season and eyes payback for last year's first round upset loss, but the Bruins are turning around and playing essentially 48 hours after a very hard-fought first-round series took seven games against Toronto. Florida has been off for a week since ousting Tampa Bay in five. Yeah, the Panthers might be a bit rusty out of the gate, but I can see the B's wearing down as the game goes on.
Mariners starter Luis Castillo has been dominant for three straight outings, posting a 0.90 ERA while allowing nine hits over 20 innings. He has 22 strikeouts and four walks in that span. Last season, Castillo was sharp in two starts versus the Twins. Minnesota just had its 12-game win streak snapped, but Seattle is hot too, entering on a 17-9 run. Look for Josh Rojas (1.029 OPS) to stay hot as the Mariners send Minnesota to its second straight loss.
This is a spot to back Texas early v Alex Wood who I slate as overrated. Oakland ha splayed well lately but this is a different level of opponent
There are still 8.5s in the market in the -140 range, which I'd recommend. But I'll still go Over 9.5 at plus-money for Mike Conley. He had 10 assists and four rebounds in Game 1 -- the fourth time in five playoff games he's cleared this prop total. He's also played 31 or more minutes in four straight. This is the 36-year-old Conley's best chance ever for a ring, and he's playing like it.
Seattle has had a gem in Luis Castillo. Let’s isolate him and play that the Mariners and Twins will not roll early
Turner presents problems for the Knicks. Size that can shoot. If he avoids found trouble he should go over
Just got our first 7 even though it sounds like Rudy Gobert will make it to Denver in time after the birth of his child. Obviously I don't like this if he's not playing. Jamal Murray is questionable as well but am quite sure he plays. Maybe the Nuggets blast the Wolves in a near must-win game, but Denver showed some major vulnerability in the Lakers series and frankly does not have as talented an overall roster as Minnesota in my opinion.
McBride played only 9 min last time out. He played no less than 21 minutes in every other playoff game. If he hits 20 min we should cash comfortably in a high paced environment
Reid is a guy who hits this number if he gets usage. With Rudy Gobert being questionable….let’s grab this now
The As have been very good lately…but this is quality opponent and Alex Wood’s metrics show him to be overrated. Might also play Texas first 5
As I mention quite frequently….taking the under 5.5 means we win unless the winner scores 5 goals or the winner scores 4 AND the loser scores multiple goals. This should game should feel like it’s being played in a phone booth…would play first period under 1.5 if it were available. That is the best play but also like under 5.5
The Giants are playing now in Philadelphia and then have to fly, what, 70 percent across the country? SF has only six road wins. Lefty Kyle Harrison looks like a future ace but Tuesday will be his first-ever start in the bandbox that is Coors Field. The Rox are off today. Can't bet a ton as Colorado starting pitcher Dakota Hudson has been pretty bad, but I like everything else about this for the home side.
Strange that KAT basically sat the 4th quarter…despite scoring 20. But if Rudy G is out (a possibility) Kat should get way more usage…let playa. Rare over
Love this spot for KAT who scored 20 points in game 1, despite not playing very many minutes in the 4th quarter. The Nuggets have struggled with bigs that can stretch the floor all season long, and I expect Anthony Edwards production to decrease as well. I think KAT could play more minutes and I believe he will be aggressive tonight, especially if Rudy Gobert misses the game.
Siakam will draw OG Anunoby, who I grade as a plus defender. Plus, Siakam’s median v Milwaukee was 27. With slower pace 28.5 is too high