Picks for 5/4/24
NBA
7:00 PM EST
Rotation # 61-26
Nuggets -4.5 over Timberwolves (loss)
Minnesota can win this series with outstanding defense, and Anthony Edwards can take over any game, but home court means a lot, and it will be tough for the Timberwolves to stop Nikola Jokic in the paint. I wonder if Minnesota’s offense is good enough to win a few road games to win the series. Denver is a tough place to play, as the Nuggets were 33-8 during the regular season. Minnesota needs to secure more offensive rebounds to get second-chance points and is not much of a fast-break team. I don’t know where the points will come from to win such a big game. Take the Nuggets.
MLB
7:10 PM EST
Rotation #968
Royals -105 over Rangers (loss)
Wacha/Dunning
The Royals have a strong home record, and their performance last night, particularly the six-run 7th inning, energized the crowd. This momentum is likely to carry over into tonight’s game. Both teams have equally talented pitchers, and both hit right-handers well. While another blowout is unlikely, the Royals thrive on the energy of their home crowd and should secure another victory. Take the Royals.