The NBA playoffs continue on Wednesday, April 30, with two critical Game 5 matchups. Here are the top betting picks on DraftKings Sportsbook.
Here is the full NBA Schedule for Wednesday, April 30 (all times Eastern):
- Warriors at Rockets, 7:30 p.m.
- Timberwolves at Lakers, 10:00 p.m.
Warriors +4 (-108)
The Golden State Warriors are on the brink of eliminating the Houston Rockets, holding a commanding 3-1 lead in the series. After a pivotal 109-106 win in Game 4, the Warriors can close out the Rockets on the road. The key to their success has been the performances of Jimmy Butler, who scored 27 points in Game 4 and has proven to be an invaluable addition to Golden State. Despite Butler’s injury concerns earlier in the series, he has continued to step up in crucial moments.
Houston has struggled with consistency, especially in close games. While the Rockets have shown flashes of brilliance, they have been unable to execute down the stretch. With Golden State’s championship experience and Butler’s impact, the Warriors are well-positioned to cover the +4 spread as they look to finish the series.
Timberwolves +5.5 (-110)
The Minnesota Timberwolves lead their first-round series against the Los Angeles Lakers 3-1, and they’ll look to close it out in Game 5. Anthony Edwards has been exceptional, leading the Timberwolves with a series-high 43 points in Game 4, and has stepped up in key moments throughout the series. The Timberwolves have a strong belief in their ability to come from behind, having shown resilience all season.
The Lakers, with LeBron James and Luka Doncic, have been competitive, but they’ve been unable to close games with a supporting cast that has seemingly lost trust from the coaching staff. With Minnesota’s momentum and Edwards playing at an elite level, the Timberwolves are well-positioned to cover the +5.5 spread as they look to finish off the Lakers and advance to the next round.
Jimmy Butler Over 20.5 Points (-130)
Jimmy Butler has been a key contributor for the Golden State Warriors, and his scoring ability has been crucial in their playoff success. Despite suffering an injury early in Game 2, Butler has bounced back in the two games he finished, scoring 25-or-more points in both. With the Warriors looking to close out the series, expect Butler to once again play a significant role in the offense. Given his scoring form and the stakes of Game 5, I like him to exceed the 20.5-point line.
Julius Randle Over 20.5 Points (-115)
Julius Randle has been consistent in the playoffs, averaging 22.5 points, 5.3 rebounds, and 4.5 assists through the first four games of the series. Randle has surpassed the 20.5-point mark in three of the four games, and his offensive presence has been critical to the Timberwolves’ success. With Minnesota looking to close out the Lakers and advance to the next round, Randle is poised to continue his strong play and exceed the 20.5-point line once again.
