The Indiana Pacers' offense is what got them this far, but as our NBA Notebook explains, that will be what dooms them against the Knicks. The two best stories of these NBA playoffs have been the eye-catching upstart in each conference. Yes, the Milwaukee Bucks and Los Angeles Clippers flamed due to injuries, the Phoenix Suns emphasized the mistakes of building superteams, and LeBron James may enter free agency. But those are all storylines that can wait until the offseason.
On paper, the Timberwolves’ defense has not dialed it up in the playoffs. Its season-long rating of 108.9 was No. 1 in the NBA. From Jan. 1 to the end of the regular season, it rated at 108.6. After the All-Star Break, it came in at 108.8. And in five playoff games thus far, Minnesota’s defensive rating has been 108.9.The Timberwolves faced the Phoenix Suns, who had a big three of Kevin Durant, Devin Booker, and Bradley Beal — who finished the regular season with an offensive rating of 116.
But in those six games in the first round, all obviously with Embiid, it fell to 116.9. Again, that is effectively two buckets. Asking around a bit about Rudy Gobert, and there seems to be optimism that Gobert will be able to get back by game time tonight. The later tip helps .while Jamal Murray fights a nagging calf. That work will be only easier for Jokic if Gobert is not roaming the backline.Six Unders cashed in the eight first-round Game 1s. Include Game 1 of the Timberwolves vs. Nuggets, and Game 1s have now cashed seven Unders in nine games.
Keep an eye on this tonight, and if Unders continue to hold up, perhaps act on it in both games on Tuesday.If you enjoy competitive basketball, become a fan of the Western Conference. Looking at series spread props, both conference semifinals are expected to go seven games.
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