Picks for 5/24/24
NBA
8:30 PM EST
Rotation # 555-556
Mavs/Timberwolves Under 207.5 (loss)
The Mavericks struggle in the paint, yet in Game 1, they excelled in that category, scoring 62 points. I expect the Timberwolves’ defense to adjust. Minnesota is also great at defending the three-point shot. We should finally see an old-fashioned NBA Game where scoring is limited. Minnesota could be a better offensive team as they go on long runs where they look like they have never touched a basketball. Look for that one-quarter of great defense and a lousy offense that will keep this a low-scoring game. Take the Under.
MLB
7:10 PM EST
Rotation # 969-970
Rangers/Twins Over 8.5 runs (loss)
Urena/Ober
Rangers starter Jose Urena is not a power pitcher, so I expect the Twins to hit a lot, especially with the wind blowing straight out. Twins starter Bailey Ober has been average, and the same goes for their bullpen. Look for a high-scoring game. Take the Over.