The Timberwolves (3rd) play host to the Mavericks (5th) in an unlikely Western Conference Finals matchup.

The T-Wolves blew past Phoenix in the opening round, setting up a blockbuster series against the defending champions Denver, a series they would go on to win in Game 7, in Denver, after being 20 points down at the half!

Alternatively, Dallas were easily the better team in both the series against the Clippers and their 2nd round upset over top of the West, OKC.

This pair meet four times during the regular season, Minnesota winning three matches, the caveat being, Kyrie only played in one of those games and Luka twice, and the only time they played together, Mavs won.

I’m expecting a big performance from the Mavs’ star duo, both who have far more experience on the big stage than Minnesota’s young side.

Taking Mavs to cover as underdogs and Luka to score 30+ points.

The Celtics welcome the Pacers to TD Garden for Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals.

The Celts finished top of the East, and rolled through a Miami Heat side missing Jimmy Butler in Round 1, before easing past an injury depleted Cavs outfit in Round 2 of the Playoffs.

Similarly, the 6th placed Pacers took care of business against the Giannis-less Bucks in Round 1, before winning a Game 7 against an injury ravished Knick unit at MSG in Round 2.

The Celts and the Pacers met five times during the regular season, with Boston taking the series 3-2.

Three of the pairs five matchups saw over 250 total points scored, which comes as no surprise considering they were 1st and 2nd in offensive rankings.

I’m backing Game 1 to hit the Overs combined with the Celtics to cover at home.

From 2-0 up, to 3-2 down, the Minnesota Timberwolves will be wondering where it has all gone wrong.

The answer, Nikola Jokic.

The 3x MVP has figured out the Timberwolves defence, and proceeded to pick them to pieces.

The momentum has well and truely shifted to the Nuggets in this series, and I’m backing them to wrap thing up on the road in Game 6.

The Pacers host the Knicks in a must win contest.

Indiana were thoroughly outplayed at MSG in Game 5, with Jalen Brunson dropping 44 points on their head.

The Home side has won every contest in this series so far, and I’m backing the Pacers to bounce back and take this one to a Game 7!

Down 3-1, the Cavs have their backs well and truely up against the walls when they travel to Boston for Game 5.

Despite being without leading scorer Donovan Mitchell, Cleveland managed to compete with the Celts in Game 4, ultimately losing by 7.

The Celtics haven’t been crash hot at TD Garden during the post season, losing two of five games, while winning four from four on the road.

The Cav’s will be the far more desperate side in this one, and I have them covering the massive +15.5 point line.

Dallas had an absolute stinker at home in Game 4, missing 11 of their 23 Free Throws, while shoot 40% from the field.

Kyrie only put up 9 points from 11 shots, while Luka was largely inefficient, going 6/20 from the field.

Despite all this, they led for almost the entire game, losing at the death by four points.

I think the experience of Kyrie and Luka will shine through in Game 5, lifting their side to victory, or at least to cover the line.

Knicks vs the Pacers heads back to MSG with the series tied at 2-2 following a comprehensive 32 point victory to Indiana in Game 3.

Home court has taken out all four games this series, and I’m expecting Madison Square Garden to be as hostile as ever upon the arrival of this young Pacers outfit.

As a silver lining to getting played off the court in Game 4, the Knicks were able to give their starting five a much needed break, with several of their stars playing upwards of 44 minutes across the previous three fixtures.

I’m backing a refreshed Knicks outfit buoyed by an electric MSG crowd to retake the series lead and cover the -2 point line.

The Nuggets ant the T-Wolves head back to Denver with the series all tied up at 2-2.

The home side is yet to claim a win in this series, though the defending champs will feel confident on ratifying that following back-to-back victories with their backs against the wall.

It’s been a case of Anthony Edwards vs the world in this series, with the star guard scoring 40+ points in two of the four games.

I can not see the Nugs losing three straight fixtures at Ball Arena, I have them going up 3-2 in the series, despite another strong scoring performance from the Ant Man.

The Cavs and the Celts take to the court in Cleveland for Game 4, with Boston currently leading the series 2-1.

The Celtics dominated Game 3, leading from start to finish, with Tatum and Brown combining for 61 points.

On the over end of the court, Donovan Mitchell did most of the heavy lifting, dropping 33 points, Mobley the 2nd biggest contributor for the Cavs with 17.

If the Cavs stand a chance in this series, they need Mitchell to have a massive night here, I’m taking the star guard to do just that, knocking down 35+ points for the third time in his last six playoff fixtures.

After getting belted in Game 1, the Dallas Mavs have roared back into this playoff series, wining Games 2 & 3 against the Thunder.

The Mavs enter Game 4 with a home court advantage, where there are 3-1 in the off-season.

Understandably, OKC has focused most of their defensive efforts on stopping Luka and Kyrie, as a result P.J. Washington has been asked to take more shots for Dallas, an opportunity he has taken with both hands.

P.J. has scored 27 & 29 points across the last two games, taking 18 & 23 shots across the trip, a team-high.

I’m backing Washington to hit over his total points line once again.

SAME GAME MULTI $5.50
P.J. Washington Over 14.5 Points
SGA Over 30.5 Points
Mavs to Win

The Timberwolves look to go 3-0 up against the Nuggs, when the pair take the floor in Minnesota.

The T-Wolves punch the defending champs right in the mouth in games 1 & 2, with elite defence keeping both Jokic and Murray quiet.

I’m expecting now 3x MVP to respond in Game 3, lifting himself and his teammates to the level of basketball we are used to seeing from the Nuggets.

Denver to Cover.

The Celtics rolled the Cavs by 25 points in Game 1, and will be out to do the same again when the pair meet at TD Garden of Friday morning (AEST).

Boston’s biggest strength is in their depth, with multiple scoring options at every position, unlike the Cavs who are completely reliant on Donovan Mitchell putting up ridiculous numbers.

I’m backing the Celts to take care of business at home, winning by a comfortable margin.

Same Game Multi:
Celtics to Cover $1.90
Derrick White Overs Total Points

The Knicks took out Game 1 121-117 in New York, but it could’ve soon easily been a Pacers victory, with the visitors copping a horrible call down the stretch with the scores tied at 115-115.

New York required another massive points haul from Jalen Brunson to get them over the line in Game 1, the star guard put up 43-points including 14/14 from the charity strip.

Four of the Knicks five starters played 42+ minutes last time out, lamenting their total lack of depth.

I’m backing the Pacers to rally in Game 2, covering the +4.5 line on offer.

Same Game Multi:
Myles Turner Over 17.5 Points $1.87
Pacers to Cover $1.87
Multi $3.22

The Cleveland Cavs fought their way back from a 16-point deficit to seal game 7 of their first round playoff series against the Magic.

As a reward, the Cavs get to play competition favourites Boston, who wiped the floor with the Heat, winning the series 4-1.

The Cavs heavily relied on Donovan Mitchell to carry them on the offensive end against Orlando, with the electric guard scoring 89 points across games 6 & 7!

Mitchell will find the going far tougher against the elite defensive guards at Boston’s disposal.

This series should be a cakewalk for the Celts, and I have them covering the -11.5 line in Game 1.

OKC plays host to the Mavs in Game 1 of the pairs’ 2nd round series.

The Thunder comfortably won the regular season series against the Mavs 3-1, winning their two home games by 56 points combined.

The Mavericks eventually eased past the Clippers, be it assisted by an injury to Kawhi Leonard.

I have the Thunder taking care of business at home.