- The Celtics are 5.5 point favorites at the Knicks despite being down 0-2 in the series
- The Warriors have scored under 100 points in each of the first two games and are underdogs at +190 odds
NEW YORK – The NBA is in prime time on Saturday, starting with the New York Knicks hosting the Boston Celtics at 3:30 PM EST, followed by the night cap of the Golden State Warriors travelling to take on the Minnesota Timberwolves at 8:30 PM EST. 51406r
Celtics vs Knicks Game Odds y2o41
| Team | Spread | Moneyline | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Celtics | -5.5 (-110) | -230 | O 205.5 (-110) |
| Knicks | +5.5 (-110) | +190 | U 205.5 (-110) |
The defending champion Boston Celtics find themselves in an unexpected 0-2 hole, losing each of their first two games at home in the second round. Online sportsbooks still have faith in the Celtics to make a comeback, listing them as favorites for Game 3 and giving them -120 odds to win the series.
One takeaway from the first two games of this series is that no lead is safe, and for that reason, bettors should steer clear of the point spread.
Celtics moneyline at -230 is the play here, though it is hard to make any pick in this series with confidence.
Boston beat New York twice at Madison Square Garden this season, once by 27 points and once by just two.
New York also took a 2-0 series lead over the Indiana Pacers last season in the Eastern Conference semifinals before eventually falling in seven games.
The Celtics have shot 25% from three on 100 three point attempts through the first two games, a far cry from their regular season average of 36.8%.
Despite the poor shooting, Boston was able to mount a 20 point lead in each game, though they obviously did not maintain those leads. If they can manage to play a full four quarters, the Celtics should be able to take Game 3 on the road.
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Warriors vs Timberwolves Game Odds 2r1q10
| Team | Spread | Moneyline | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Timberwolves | -5.5 (-105) | -230 | O 200.5 (-110) |
| Warriors | +5.5 (-115) | +190 | U 200.5 (-110) |
The Timberwolves won Game 2 in dominant fashion after losing Game 1 at home. Online NBA sportsbooks expect them to win Game 3 on the road as well.
Minnesota should be able to cover the spread of 5.5 points as long as their offense continues to be serviceable, as the Warriors have struggled to put up points.
Steph Curry’s absence has loomed large for the Warriors as they were only able to produce 93 points in Game 2, as well as just 99 in Game 1 after Curry’s exit in the second quarter.
The Timberwolves lost Game 1 despite the Warriors’ offensive struggles as they were only able to score 88 points, the second least they have scored in a game all season.
In Game 2, Minnesota got back on track, scoring 117 points. Julius Randle led the way with 24 points, followed by Anthony Edwards and Nickeil Alexander-Walker at 20 apiece.
Minnesota should have no problems downing the Warriors in Game 3.
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