Wednesday Night features some great matchups with playoff implications. Each team has seven to eight games left for the regular season. Below are my NBA Picks for April 3, 2024!
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NBA Picks April 3, 2024
Los Angeles Lakers vs. Washington Wizards
Tipoff – 7:10 pm EST
Spread: Lakers -13
Total: 234
The Los Angeles Lakers head to the nation’s capital to take on the Washington Wizards. Both teams are coming off of wins on Tuesday night. The Lakers look to close out their road trip with a win.
Despite the Wizards’ defense being above average over the last five games, the Lakers’ offense has been playing at an elite level. Over the last five games, the Lakers are playing at the fastest pace in the NBA. Additionally, in back-to-back games this season, the Wizards are allowing opposing teams to average 128.7 points per game.
Meanwhile, the Lakers on back-to-back situations this season are 7-0 on the Over, averaging 120+ points per game. The Lakers need every game they can get as they fight for a playoff spot. I like the Lakers’ offense to show up in a big way.
Best Bet: Lakers Team Total Over 123.5
Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Boston Celtics
Tipoff – 7:30 pm EST
Spread: Celtics -8.5
Total: 231.5
At this point of the season, you have to question motivation and throw the stats out the window. This game defines that premise. The Celtics have nothing to play for. They have secured the #1 seed in the Eastern Conference and want to keep their players healthy for a playoff run.
Meanwhile, the Thunder are not only fighting for the Northwest Division crown but also the #1 seed in the Western Conference. The Thunder are in a back-to-back situation but were without Shai Gilegous-Alexander and Jalen Williams. We’ll see if those two players play tonight but I believe the Thunder can keep this within the number or possibly win outright!
Best Bet: Thunder +8.5
YTD Record: 53-36-1 (60.6%)
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