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Many key matchups await as the NBA Playoff picture is set to finalize in the upcoming weeks. It’s a Wet Wednesday edition of the Gems – let’s ride.
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Golden State Warriors @ Dallas Mavericks (+2.5)
Golden State Warriors (-2.5)
With the Clippers’ Paul George suffering an injury last night and Phoenix still missing Kevin Durant, the Warriors have their eye on the #4 seed in the Western Conference. This would secure homecourt advantage in their opening NBA Playoffs series. Golden State will need Steph Curry to shoulder the offense on a nightly basis. The future hall-of-famer has has 30 or more points in three of his last four games and is poised to lead once again.
Dallas Mavericks (+2.5)
Considering the Warriors are 2.5-point favorites in this game, it is unlikely that Luka Doncic returns to the lineup tonight after a five-game absence. However, if he does, he instantly becomes one of, if not the top play on the NBA slate. Keep an eye on this injury report.
Atlanta Hawks @ Minnesota Timberwolves (-4.5)
Atlanta Hawks (+4.5)
Another key injury report to monitor, as Dejounte Murray was scratched from last night’s win over Detroit. This could have been precautionary, but if Murray is ruled out once again, then Trae Young will be one of, if not the most popular option on the NBA slate. After dropping 30/3/12 versus a rebuilding Pistons team in only 30 minutes, Young gets another favorable matchup versus a Timberwolves defense that ranks 25th versus opposing primary ball handlers.
Minnesota Timberwolves (-4.5)
Minnesota will be glad to see Karl-Anthony Towns back in the lineup tonight. Surely he will have a minutes restriction and is too risky for this NBA slate. However, he last suited up in November, giving this team a much needed spark in his return. Anthony Edwards was in a walking boot just a few days ago and has since missed the team’s last two games. However, he is listed as questionable to play. This is a key injury report to monitor, as it will offer plenty of value, should Edwards be ruled out once again.
Honorable Mentions:
- Portland Trail Blazers @ Utah Jazz (-4.5)
- Phoenix Suns @ Los Angeles Lakers (+1.5)
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