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NBA Finals Game 5: Dallas Mavericks at Boston Celtics odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Dallas Mavericks at Boston Celtics odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Dallas Mavericks visit the Boston Celtics in Game 5 of the NBA Finals on Monday night. Tip from TD Garden is scheduled for 8:30 p.m. ET (ABC). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Mavericks vs. Celtics odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Series: Celtics lead 3-1

The Mavericks snapped a 3-game losing streak and a 2-game home losing streak with a 122-84 win over the Celtics on Friday, easily covering as 1-point home underdogs while the Under 211.5 hit. G Luka Doncic scored a game-high 29 points while G Kyrie Irving added 21. Dallas shot 50.5% from the field as Dallas staved off elimination.

Boston had its 10-game playoff winning streak snapped. F Jayson Tatum scored a team-high 15 points while Boston shot only 36.3% from the field in the loss.

Game 5 best props and predictions

Mavericks at Celtics odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 9:53 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Mavericks +220 (bet $100 to win $220) | Celtics -275 (bet $275 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Mavericks +6.5 (-110) | Celtics -6.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 209.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Mavericks at Celtics key injuries

Mavericks

G Luka Doncic (thoracic) probable

Celtics

C Kristaps Porzingis (posterior tibialis) questionable

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Mavericks at Celtics picks and predictions

Prediction

Celtics 108, Mavericks 98

Moneyline

PASS.

There is no value on the Celtics (-275) to close out the series Monday at home, where they are 45-6.

Against the spread

LEAN CELTICS -6.5 (-110).

While the possible absence of Porzingis could certainly play a role in the outcome, Boston has been virtually unbeatable on its home court with just 6 losses. And the Celtics will be looking to bounce back from an embarrassing defeat on Friday. No game in these Finals has been separated by fewer than 7 points and with a championship in sight in front of their home crowd, the Celtics will look to pile on the points and make certain the series ends Monday.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 209.5 (-110).

This is the lowest total of the series thus far, but the Under in 4-0 sofar this series. Defense has been a key factor throughout each game in this series with each game featuring a double-digit score. While both teams will be looking to make a splash early on offense, expect both sides to settle in and create discomfort allowing the Under to hit yet again.

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NBA Finals Game 3: Boston Celtics at Dallas Mavericks odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Boston Celtics at Dallas Mavericks odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Boston Celtics and Dallas Mavericks meet Wednesday for Game 3 of their best-of-7 NBA Finals series, which the Celtics lead 2-0. Tip-off from American Airlines Center is set for 8:30 p.m. ET (ABC). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Celtics vs. Mavericks odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Celtics picked up a 107-89 win in Game 1 as 6.5-point favorites as the Under (216) cashed, and Boston exorcised its Game 2 demons with a 105-98 win while pushing as a 7-point favorite at most shops. The Under (214) once again connected.

G Jrue Holiday posted a team-high 26 points on an efficient 11-of-14 shooting in Game 2 while hitting a pair of 3-pointers to go along with 11 rebounds, 3 assists, a blocked shot and a steal in 41 minutes. F Jayson Tatum also had a double-double, finishing with 18 points, 12 assists and 9 rebounds.

The Mavericks have lost 3 of the past 4 playoff games while going 1-2-1 against the spread (ATS). The Under is 3-1 in the 4-game span, too. Dallas is averaging just 93.5 points per game (PPG) in the NBA Finals, its worst offensive production in a 2-game span since the final 2 games of the regular season.

Game 3 best prop bets and predictions

Celtics at Mavericks odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 11:55 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Celtics +120 (bet $100 to win $120) | Mavericks -145 (bet $145 to win $100)
Against the spread: Celtics +2.5 (-110) | Mavericks -2.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 213.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Celtics at Mavericks key injuries

Celtics

F Kristaps Porzingis (leg) questionable

Mavericks

G Luka Doncic (thoracic) probable

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Celtics at Mavericks picks and predictions

Prediction

Celtics 105, Mavericks 101

Moneyline

The CELTICS (+120) are a solid play in Game 3, as the series shifts to the Metroplex for the next 2 games.

Dallas is just 5-3 straight up on its home court during the postseason, while Boston is a perfect 6-0 away from home in the playoffs. The Celtics are averaging 106.0 PPG in the 2 games in these Finals, while the Mavs have managed just 93.5 PPG.

Look for Boston to continue its solid work on the road, pushing Dallas to the brink of elimination in the process.

Against the spread

Back BOSTON +2.5 (-110) on the road if you would like a little extra insurance and wiggle room. It’s entirely possible Dallas -2.5 (-110) could show some heart, pulling off a win in a close game.

But again, if you like the Celtics, just play them straight up rather than taking the little bit of points.

Over/Under

UNDER 213.5 (-110) might be the best play on the board in Game 3.

The series shifts to the Metroplex, so perhaps the Dallas offense gets a bump feeding off the energy of its supportive home crowd. But the Mavs have had a devil of a time trying to solve the Celtics defense, and a shift to Texas isn’t likely to change the course of this series. We’ll still get plenty of defense.

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NBA Finals Game 1: Dallas Mavericks at Boston Celtics odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Dallas Mavericks at Boston Celtics odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Dallas Mavericks and the Boston Celtics meet for Game 1 of their best-of-7 NBA Finals series Thursday night. Tip-off from TD Garden in Boston is at 8:30 p.m. ET (ABC). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Mavericks vs. Celtics odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Mavs roll into the NBA Finals after disposing of the Minnesota Timberwolves in 5 games. They are 7-2 on the road in this year’s playoffs. G Luka Doncic has been bothered by a sprained right knee and a sore left ankle, but he has still averaged 28.8 PPG, 9.6 RPG and 8.8 APG in the playoffs.

The Celtics have only lost 2 games this postseason — both of which came at home in Game 2 of the series. Keep that in mind for Game 2 of this series. F Jayson Tatum is averaging 26 PPG, 10.4 RPG and 5.9 APG in the postseason. G Jaylen Brown has elevated his game with 25 PPG, 6.1 RPG and 2.6 APG as well. The big story is the health of C Kristaps Porzingis, who has been out since April 29 with a calf strain.

Game 1 best prop bets and predictions

Mavericks at Celtics odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 12:52 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Mavericks +200 (bet $100 to win $200) | Celtics -250 (bet $250 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Mavericks +6.5 (-110) | Celtics -6.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 215.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Mavericks at Celtics key injuries

Mavericks

G Luka Doncic (knee, ankle) probable

Celtics

None

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Prediction

Celtics 119, Mavericks 110

Moneyline

Boston won both matchups against the Mavs 119-110 and 138-110 in the regular season. They are heavy, -225 favorites to win this series, and that’s a bit laughable to me because of how good of a unit the Mavs are. Luka and G Kyrie Irving have chemistry that I don’t see between Tatum and Brown. When the game is on the line, Luka and Kyrie are each looking to make the play, but I get the feeling that Tatum and Brown could have an internal struggle over who will take the shot.

I like the Celtics in Game 1, but I will heavily consider Dallas in Game 2. Take an SGP of CELTICS ML + JAYLEN BROWN OVER 22.5 POINTS (+138). Brown had 25 and 34 against Dallas this season.

Against the spread

Boston has covered just once in the last 6 games in the postseason, but none of the spreads have been this small. They covered in each game against Dallas this season.

I like the CELTICS -6.5 (-110) here.

Over/Under

Each matchup in the regular season went Over this total. The Mavs are 6-4 O/U in their last 10, and Boston is 4-6. Dallas averaged 111.4 PPG in its 5-game series against the Timberwolves, who had a stifling defense to that point.

I like the OVER 215.5 (-110).

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Dallas Mavericks at Minnesota Timberwolves Game 5 odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Dallas Mavericks at Minnesota Timberwolves odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Minnesota Timberwolves welcome the Dallas Mavericks to Target Center for Game 5 of the best-of-7 Western Conference Finals Thursday. The Mavericks lead the series 3-1. Tip-off is scheduled for 8:30 p.m. ET (TNT). Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Mavericks vs. Timberwolves odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Mavericks ripped off 3 straight wins to open this series, covering in each. They did come up short in Game 4, though, losing 105-100 Tuesday after closing as 1.5-point favorites. G Luka Doncic ended with a team-high 28 points but hit just 7 of 21 from the field.

Dallas beat the LA Clippers in 6 games in the 1st round and also won its 2nd-round series against the Oklahoma City Thunder in 6, covering 7 of 12 before the conference finals. The Mavs are 6-2 against the spread (ATS) on the road in the playoffs.

G Anthony Edwards, who leads the Wolves with 27.5 points per game in the playoffs, had his best performance of the series in Game 4, ending with 29 points and 10 rebounds.

As for Minnesota, the Wolves took down the defending champs, the Denver Nuggets, in 7 games in their 2nd-round series and swept the Phoenix Suns in the 1st round. They are 9-6 ATS through their 15 postseason games and 3-3 ATS as favorites.

Mavericks at Timberwolves odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 8:58 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Mavericks +166 (bet $100 to win $166) | Timberwolves -198 (bet $198 to win $100)
Against the spread: Mavericks +4.5 (-108) | Timberwolves -4.5 (-114)
Over/Under (O/U): 209.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Mavericks at Timberwolves key injuries

Mavericks

G Luka Doncic (knee, ankle) questionable
C Dereck Lively II (neck) questionable

Timberwolves

G Mike Conley (Achilles) questionable

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Mavericks at Timberwolves picks and predictions

Prediction

Timberwolves 107, Mavericks 105

Moneyline

PASS.

Unless one would rather back the Mavs on the moneyline than the spread, there’s not much value here. The Wolves (-198) are too pricey, and the Mavs have had each of their 1st 2 series end in 6 games.

Expect Minnesota to come out on top here, but avoid taking it at -198.

Against the spread

LEAN MAVERICKS +4.5 (-108).

In NBA standards, these games have had ultra-close finishes. All 4 games have been single-digit victories, and 3 of the 4 have been won by 5 or fewer points. The Mavericks are 5-1 ATS as underdogs in the postseason, and they are 4-0 ATS through their last 4 games on the road.

Minnesota had a perfect style of play to down Denver and throttled a disoriented Phoenix team. While those were impressive, the Mavs have shown to be a more challenging matchup, and this should continue to be a hard-fought series. Since May 10, the Wolves have been favored 5 times and are 1-4 ATS in those games.

Back MAVERICKS +4.5 (-108).

Over/Under

BET OVER 209.5 (-110).

Both teams are trending towards the Over, as is the series as a whole.

The Wolves have gone Over in 6 of their last 9 and are 5-2 O/U in their 7 home playoff games this season. Similarly, the Mavs have gone Over in 8 of their last 13 games and are 4-2 O/U in their last 6 on the road.

Three of 4 games in the series have gone Over, and in the lone one that didn’t, the Mavs shot 42% while G Kyrie Irving and Doncic combined to hit just 13 of 39 from the field. The superstars should play better in their 2nd potential close-out game.

Back OVER 209.5 (-110).

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Minnesota Timberwolves at Dallas Mavericks Game 4 odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Minnesota Timberwolves at Dallas Mavericks odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Minnesota Timberwolves look to avoid a sweep by the Dallas Mavericks Tuesday in Game 4 of the best-of-7 Western Conference Finals. Tip-off from American Airlines Center is set for 8:30 p.m. ET (TNT). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Timberwolves vs. Mavericks odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Dallas took a 3-0 series lead with Saturday’s 116-107 win as a 1.5-point home favorite. The Mavs were led by the G duo of Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving, who each scored 33 points, Dallas shot 55.9% from the field and 50% (14-of-28) from deep in the victory.

Minnesota F Karl-Anthony Towns continues to struggle in this series as he put up only 14 points on 5-of-18 shooting from the field, including 0-of-8 from 3 in the loss. KAT is only 3-for-22 (13.6%) on 3-point attempts this series, and 4-for-32 on 3-‘s (12.5%) in his last 5 playoff games.

Timberwolves at Mavericks odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Monday at 6:51 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Timberwolves +105 (bet $100 to win $105) | Mavericks -130 (bet $130 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Timberwolves +2.5 (-115) | Mavericks -2.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 209.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Timberwolves at Mavericks key injuries

Timberwolves

G Mike Conley (Achilles) questionable

Mavericks

G Luka Doncic (knee, ankle) questionable
C Dereck Lively II (neck) doubtful

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Timberwolves at Mavericks picks and predictions

Prediction

Mavericks 107, Timberwolves 106

Moneyline

LEAN MAVERICKS (-130).

Dallas is cookin’. After being tied 2-2 in its last series vs. the Oklahoma City Thunder, Dallas has rolled off 5 consecutive wins and is 8-2 in its last 10 games.

The Mavericks are also 4-1 in their last 5 home games, including 2-0 at home when they can clinch a series.

This is only a lean because there is always a risk when betting against a team as good as Minnesota that is not only facing elimination, but is a loss away from getting swept.

Against the spread

LEAN TIMBERWOLVES +2.5 (-115).

Minnesota is a very good team on both sides of the ball, making each game in this series very competitive. Expect that to continue here with Minnesota’s season on the line.

This is a very slight lean because Minnesota is 0-3 ATS in this series and because of how bad KAT has looked the last 3 games. If his struggles continue Tuesday, the Timberwolves’ season will end and it’s unlikely they cover.

Over/Under

BET OVER 209.5 (-115).

The Over has hit in 2 of Minnesota’s last 3 road games and has hit in back-to-back home games for Dallas. The Over also has cashed in every game of this series.

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Boston Celtics at Indiana Pacers Game 4 odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Boston Celtics at Indiana Pacers odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Boston Celtics and Indiana Pacers meet Monday for Game 4 of their best-of-7 Western Conference Finals series, which Boston leads 3-0. Tip-off from Gainbridge Fieldhouse is set for 8 p.m. ET (ESPN). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Celtics vs. Pacers odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Boston rallied from an 18-point deficit and escaped with a 114-111 win in Saturday’s Game 3 but failed to cover as a 7-point road favorite. F Jayson Tatum led the Celtics with 36 points, 10 boards and 8 dimes. G Jrue Holiday scored 5 of his 14 points in the final 39 seconds, including a 3-point play to give the Celtics their 1st lead since early in the 2nd quarter — Boston trailed by as many as 18 points. Holiday also came up with a big steal with 3.1 seconds left before hitting 2 free throws to complete the scoring.

G Andrew Nembhard led the Pacers with 32 points and 9 assists, while start G Tyrese Haliburton sat out with a hamstring injury — he’s listed as questionable for Monday. Indiana had 4 players eclipse the 20-point mark Saturday, but nobody else on the roster scored more than 4 points.

Celtics at Pacers odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 4:14 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Celtics -275 (bet $275 to win $100) | Pacers +230 (bet $100 to win $230)
Against the spread (ATS): Celtics -7.5 (-110) | Pacers +7.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 222.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Celtics at Pacers key injuries

Celtics

G Jrue Holiday (illness) questionable
C Luke Kornet (wrist) questionable
C Kristaps Porzingis (leg) out

Pacers

G Tyrese Haliburton (hamstring) questionable

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Celtics at Pacers picks and predictions

Prediction

Celtics 118, Pacers 114

Moneyline

PASS.

Boston (-275) should complete the sweep, especially if Haliburton doesn’t play for Indiana (+230), but the Celtics are far too heavy favorites to risk betting on at the -275 price. Bet on the spread and/or total instead.

Against the spread

LEAN PACERS +7.5 (-110).

Indiana has covered the spread in 2 of the 3 games this series and is 4-1 in its last 5 overall vs. Boston. The Pacers are also 3-0 ATS in their last 3 home games, while the Celtics are 0-2 ATS their its last 2 road games.

This is only a lean because the health of Haliburton is still in question. If he doesn’t play, don’t expect the Pacers to keep this one close and don’t expect Nembhard to have as good of a game as he did Saturday to keep them in this one.

Over/Under

BET OVER 222.5 (-110).

The Over has hit in 5 consecutive games for both Indiana and Boston and is 7-3 in each team’s last 10 games. The Over has also hit in all 3 games of this series and is 7-3 in the last 10 Indiana-Boston matchups.

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Minnesota Timberwolves at Dallas Mavericks Game 3 odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Minnesota Timberwolves at Dallas Mavericks odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Minnesota Timberwolves and Dallas Mavericks meet Sunday for Game 3 of their best-of-7 Western Conference Finals series, which the Mavericks lead 2-0. Tip-off from American Airlines Center is set for 8 p.m. ET (TNT). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Timberwolves vs. Mavericks odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Timberwolves have dug themselves into an 2-0 hole, losing both games on their home floor. The Mavericks took the series opener 108-105 as 5-point underdogs, and took Game 2 as 6-point dogs 109-108 when superstar G Luka Doncic sank a game-winning 3-pointer with 3.1 seconds left.

The Mavs erased an 18-point deficit in Game 2, and Doncic was a huge part. He ended up with 32 points, 13 assists and 10 rebounds. Dallas was able to complete its 3rd-biggest playoff comeback with his assistance.

The Timberwolves are still alive, barely, but they have dropped 5 of the past 7 games, while going just 2-5 against the spread (ATS) in that span. The Over is on a 5-2 roll for the Wolves.

Timberwolves at Mavericks odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 6:27 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Timberwolves +115 (bet $100 to win $115) | Mavericks -140 (bet $140 to win $100)
Against the spread: Timberwolves +2.5 (-110) | Mavericks -2.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 207.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Timberwolves at Mavericks key injuries

Timberwolves

G Mike Conley (Achilles) questionable

Mavericks

G Luka Doncic (knee, ankle) questionable

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Timberwolves at Mavericks picks and predictions

Prediction

Mavericks 108, Timberwolves 103

Moneyline

The MAVERICKS (-140) are worth playing straight up if you’re a little more on the conservative side, but wish to bet this game. It’s a big price to pay compared to playing the spread where Dallas needs to win by 3 points or more. But if you don’t want to fiddle around with the points, have at it as the Mavs play their 1st game at home in this series.

Against the spread

It’s a little concerning to see Doncic carrying a questionable tag into Game 3, but there is little worry that the Dallas superstar won’t be able to go.

Back DALLAS -2.5 (-110) at home and feel confident in doing so as Dallas looks to build a commanding 3-0 series lead, pushing the young Timberwolves to the brink of elimination.

Over/Under

OVER 207.5 (-110) is a strong play in Game 3 in the Metroplex.

These teams haven’t had end-to-end action, putting up giant scores so far in this series, but the Over has inched across the finish line in each of the first 2 battles in the Twin Cities. There is no reason to believe that suddenly the defenses will take over and slow things down as the series shifts to the southwest.

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Boston Celtics at Indiana Pacers Game 3 odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Boston Celtics at Indiana Pacers odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Indiana Pacers welcome the Boston Celtics to Gainbridge Fieldhouse for Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Finals Saturday. The Celtics lead the series 2-0. Tip-off is set for 8:30 p.m. ET (ABC). Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Celtics vs. Pacers odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Celtics defended home court and won the first 2 games of the series. They won Game 2 126-110, closing as 9-point favorites, and Game 1 in overtime 133-128. The total cleared with ease in both games with it closing respectively at 224 and 223.

Boston has won 5 straight games and 9 of its last 10. Over that span, it is 6-4 against the spread (ATS). The Celtics were 41-36-5 ATS over the course of the regular season and 1-2 straight up and ATS on the road against the Pacers.

The Pacers, who lost the first 2 games of their series with the New York Knicks yet advanced after winning Game 7, are 8-7 ATS in their 15 playoff games. Indiana has won 4 of its last 7 and is a perfect 6-0 straight up at home.

Celtics at Pacers odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 7:10 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Celtics -270 (bet $270 to win $100) | Pacers +220 (bet $100 to win $220)
Against the spread: Celtics -7 (-112) | Pacers +7 (-108)
Over/Under (O/U): 223 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Celtics at Pacers key injuries

Celtics

C Kristaps Porzingis (soleus) out

Pacers

G Tyrese Haliburton (hamstring) questionable
G Bennedict Mathurin (shoulder) out

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Celtics at Pacers picks and predictions

Prediction

Pacers 114, Celtics 110

Moneyline

SPRINKLE PACERS (+220).

For a smaller unit than the ATS wager, take the Pacers to win outright. They have won 6 straight at home and should be playing with elimination-game energy, as they’ll need to this to have any hope in the series.

Indiana beat New York by 5, 32 and 13 at home and beat Milwaukee by 3, 13 and 22, so many of those games at Gainbridge Fieldhouse weren’t close either.

Back PACERS (+220).

Against the spread

BET PACERS +7 (-108).

The Pacers aren’t typically home underdogs and are 4-2 ATS at home in the playoffs despite their 6-0 straight-up record. Indiana has been terrific for bettors as a home underdog this season, posting an 8-3-1 ATS record. The Pacers are also the best team in the NBA following a loss at 26-14-2 ATS, playoffs included.

The Celtics are just 1-3 ATS over their last 4. Expect the Pacers to be able to keep things close and rebound after their Game 2 loss. Back PACERS +7 (-108) for a full unit.

Over/Under

LEAN OVER 223 (-110).

The Pacers play at too quick of a pace to suggest anything else here. The total has cleared with ease in both games as the Celtics have topped 125 points in each.

Indiana is 4-0 O/U in its last 4 and 7-3 O/U in its last 10. The Celtics have gone north of the total in 4 straight as well and are 6-2 O/U in their last 8. Considering those trends, back OVER 223 (-110).

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Dallas Mavericks at Minnesota Timberwolves Game 2 odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s Dallas Mavericks at Minnesota Timberwolves odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Dallas Mavericks and Minnesota Timberwolves meet in Game 2 of the best-of-7 Western Conference Finals at Target Center Friday. The Mavericks lead the series 1-0. Tip-off is scheduled for 8:30 p.m. ET (TNT). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Mavericks vs. Timberwolves odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Mavericks covered as 5-point road underdogs in a 108-105 win in Game 1 Wednesday as the Over (207) hit. According to ESPN, Dallas had just a 21% win probability with 3:19 remaining, but G Luka Doncic led a strong close for the Mavericks with 15 of his 33 points coming in the 4th quarter.

The Timberwolves were outscored 62-38 in the paint. G Anthony Edwards was limited to just 19 points, and F Jaden McDaniels (24 points) scored 20 or more for a 3rd straight game.

Minnesota won 3 of 4 regular-season meetings between these teams. The home team went 3-1 against the spread (ATS), and the Under hit in each meeting.

Mavericks at Timberwolves odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 10:38 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Mavericks +180 (bet $100 to win $180) | Timberwolves -225 (bet $225 to win $100)
Against the spread: Mavericks +5.5 (-110) | Timberwolves -5.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 207.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Mavericks at Timberwolves key injuries

Mavericks

G Luka Doncic (knee) probable

Timberwolves

G Mike Conley (Achilles) questionable

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Mavericks at Timberwolves picks and predictions

Prediction

Mavericks 101, Timberwolves 100

Moneyline

The MAVERICKS (+180) continue to be undervalued by the market in road games. Dallas is 3-0 straight up/ATS in its last 3 away games and is holding opponents to just 102.3 points per game over that stretch. A veteran team that is fully committed on the defensive end of the court should be pretty consistent on the road.

The Timberwolves’ best player is a 22-year-old in Edwards. He seems worn down after a 7-game series against the Denver Nuggets, while G Kyrie Irving (30 points in Game 1) seems to just be getting started after conserving energy and picking his spots against the Oklahoma City Thunder.

BET MAVERICKS (+180).

Against the spread

The Mavericks +5.5 (-110) should hit, but Dallas ML at plus money is the better opportunity if you’re looking to take advantage of a higher payout.

PASS. Bet Dallas ML and/or the total instead.

Over/Under

The Under hit in all 4 regular-season meetings and wasn’t far from cashing in Game 1 despite a 60-point 1st quarter. The Timberwolves were the No. 1 defense in the NBA this season, and the Mavericks seem to be getting better defensively throughout the playoffs.

Nothing about this game screams Over to me, especially if Conley isn’t available to facilitate the Timberwolves offense.

BET UNDER 207.5 (-110).

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Indiana Pacers at Boston Celtics Game 2 odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Indiana Pacers at Boston Celtics odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Indiana Pacers and Boston Celtics meet in Game 2 of the best-of-7 Eastern Conference Finals Thursday. The Celtics lead the series 1-0. Tip-off from TD Garden is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET (ESPN). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Pacers vs. Celtics odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Pacers snapped a 2-game winning streak with a 133-128 overtime loss against the Celtics Tuesday while covering as 9.5-point road underdogs.

G Tyrese Haliburton scored a team high 25 points and added 10 assists for a double-double. F Pascal Siakam (24 points and 12 rebounds) and C Myles Turner (23 and 10) also had double-doubles while Indiana shot 53.5% from the field in the loss.

F Jayson Tatum had a game-high 36 points with 12 rebounds for the Celtics, who have won 4 in a row. Three Boston players finished with 26 or more points, and each Celtics starter scored in double digits. Boston shot 47.5% from the field in the win.

Pacers at Celtics odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 11:40 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Pacers +290 (bet $100 to win $290) | Celtics -375 (bet $375 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Pacers +8.5 (-105) | Celtics -8.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 224.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Pacers at Celtics key injuries

Pacers

G Bennedict Mathurin (shoulder) out

Celtics

C Kristaps Porzingis (leg) out

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Pacers at Celtics picks and predictions

Prediction

Celtics 126, Pacers 116

Moneyline

PASS.

There is no value on the Celtics (-375), who have won 8 of their last 10 games overall and 3 of their last 4 at home, to beat the Pacers, who have lost 5 of their last 6 on the road.

Against the spread

LEAN CELTICS -8.5 (-115).

While Indiana kept it close in Game 1, and almost came out with a victory, it took a team effort and 3 players to score 23 or more points.

The Celtics have covered the spread in 5 of their last 9 games, including 2 of their last 3 as favorites of 9.5 points or fewer. They have limited opponents to 102 or fewer points in 3 of their last 4 games and 7 of their last 9.

Over/Under

BET OVER 224.5 (-105).

Both the Pacers and Celtics have hit the Over in 6 of their last 10 games, including each of their last 3. While both teams have the ability to tighten up on defense, they are also 2 of the top-scoring teams in the NBA.

In a critical Game 2, expect both teams to continue the pace we saw in Game 1. The Pacers have scored 116 or more points in 4 of their last 5 games, while the Celtics have scored 113 or more in 4 of their last 7.

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