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Wednesday 4/2/25 Free Plays / Trends / Betting Info / Etc
NBA (535) NEW YORK KNICKS VS (536) CLEVELAND CAVALIERS
Take: UNDER the Total
The New York Knicks (45-31) hit the road to take on the Cleveland Cavaliers (47-30) in a clash that could have major playoff seeding implications in the Eastern Conference. Both teams are battling for home-court advantage in the first round, making this late-season matchup a pivotal one. The Knicks are coming off a big win against the Detroit Pistons, breaking a minor skid and regaining momentum. They've gone 6-4 over their last 10 games and remain one of the East’s most physical and defensively sound teams. Jalen Brunson – Averaging over 24 PPG, Brunson continues to be the offensive engine for New York, especially with Julius Randle sidelined. Josh Hart – The do-it-all wing has stepped up on both ends, crashing the boards and guarding top scorers. Injury Report: Julius Randle remains out (shoulder), and OG Anunoby is day-to-day with a hamstring issue. X-Factor: The Knicks' defense. Tom Thibodeau’s group allows just 108.2 PPG — among the league’s best. Slowing down Donovan Mitchell will be a major focus. Cleveland is 7-3 over their last 10 and playing some of their most consistent basketball since the All-Star break. They’ve won three straight at home and are building momentum with a healthy core. Donovan Mitchell – The All-Star guard is averaging 26+ PPG and thrives in big moments. Expect him to take on a heavy load offensively. Evan Mobley – His rim protection and versatility will be crucial against New York’s attacking guards and bigs. The season series is tied 1-1. New York won the first meeting convincingly at Madison Square Garden. Cleveland responded with a gritty win at home behind a 30-point effort from Mitchell. This game should be a defensive slugfest, with both teams ranking in the top 10 in defensive efficiency. Expect a playoff-like atmosphere with every possession contested. If Brunson and Mitchell trade buckets and both teams can stay relatively healthy, this could come down to the final few minutes. I'm taking the UNDER here on Wednesday as these teams should come in under 220 points, well below the posted 230 line.
NBA (533) CHARLOTTE HORNETS VS (534) INDIANA PACERS
Take: (534) INDIANA PACERS
The Charlotte Hornets (19-56) visit the Indiana Pacers (44-31) at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on Wednesday, April 2, 2025, at 7:00 PM ET. The Pacers are aiming to solidify their playoff positioning, while the Hornets look to build on a recent victory and play spoiler. The Hornets snapped a five-game losing streak with a 110-106 win over the Utah Jazz on Monday. Miles Bridges: Averaging 20.6 points and 7.8 rebounds per game; recorded 26 points, 10 rebounds, and 8 assists against the Jazz. Mark Williams: Contributing 15.4 points and 10.2 rebounds per game; posted 18 points and 13 rebounds in the last outing. Injury Report: LaMelo Ball (ankle/wrist), Grant Williams (knee), Tre Mann (back), and Brandon Miller (wrist) are out for the season. The Pacers have won nine of their last 12 games, including a 111-109 victory over the Sacramento Kings on Monday. Pascal Siakam: Leading the team with 20.4 points and 6.9 rebounds per game. Tyrese Haliburton: Averaging 18.6 points and 9.1 assists per game; tallied 18 points and 11 assists against the Kings. Hornets average 105.6 points per game (28th in the league). Pacers average 117.1 points per game (7th in the league). Hornets are hitting 42.9% from the field (30th in the league). The Pacers are hitting 49.1% (3rd in the league). The Hornets have won both previous meetings this season, including a 113-109 victory in Indianapolis on December 8, 2024. Indiana will want to have some payback after losing at home last time to this team. I look for an Indiana blowout win here on Wednesday.
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