The NBA playoffs heat up this Friday with several thrilling matchups, including the Timberwolves facing off against the Lakers. Here are some of the top betting tips:

Optimal NBA parlay picks for April 25

• Jayson Tatum Under 24.5 points (-114)
  Tatum is likely to see limited playing time due to injury, with a projected score of 24.1 points.

• Paolo Banchero Under 27.5 points (-114)
  Banchero has been on a scoring streak, but the model suggests he’ll score around 23.2 points.

• LeBron James Over 6.5 assists (+116)
  The veteran is projected for 7.4 assists, making this a safe bet.

• Indiana Pacers ML (+183)
  The Pacers are favored in these matchups with a winning probability of 44.4% according to simulations.

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