Picks for 5/8/25
NBA
8:30 PM EST
Rotation # 559
Warriors +10.5 over Timberwolves (loss)
The oddsmakers did not have success this last week, making the home team massive favorites. The overinflated lines did not fool the public, for the most part. Stephen Curry will miss the game tonight, but the Warriors have won without him this year, and winning by double-digits is a hard ask in the playoffs. Golden State still has the coaching advantage with Steve Kerr. They are a veteran team that protects the basketball and has a deep bench. We will take our chances with the points and look for a tight game. Take the Warriors.
MLB
7:05 PM EST
Rotation # 915
Phillies -1.5 runs over Rays +110 (loss)
Luzardo/Pepiot
The Rays are weak against left-handed pitchers, as it showed last night. Tampa only had two hits and was totally outclassed by a better Phillies team. Philly starter Jesus Luzardo has been sharp this year, not allowing many big hits and striking out batters. The Phillies have owned this head-to-head series the last three years and should cash in again tonight. The moneyline is high. Let’s take the run line. Take the Phillies -1.5 runs +110.