Top Games to Watch and Best Bets for NBA Finals and MLB
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Top Games to Watch and Best Bets for NBA Finals and MLB

Get insights into today's best bets and game predictions for the NBA Finals and MLB action.

The 2025 NBA Finals continue today at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis as the Indiana Pacers take on the Oklahoma City Thunder for Game 3 at 8:30 p.m. ET. Indiana managed to secure an impressive 111-110 victory in the opening game, thanks to Tyrese Haliburton’s last-second jumper. However, the Thunder retaliated strongly with a crushing 123-107 win in the second game, led by NBA MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, who scored 34 points.

Betting Insights

  • NBA Finals Game 3: Thunder vs. Pacers (8:30 pm ET, ABC)
    • SportsLine model pick: Pacers +5.5
    • Expert pick: Over 228.5, -110 (Bruce Marshall, 76-51-1, +2009 in last 128 NBA O/U picks)

Meanwhile, in MLB today, the New York Yankees face the Kansas City Royals at 7:40 p.m. ET (Prime Video). The Yankees commenced their road trip with a decisive 10-2 win against the Royals, with notable performances from Aaron Judge and Austin Wells, both of whom homered.

MLB Game Details:

  • Yankees at Royals (7:40 p.m. ET)
    • SportsLine model pick: Yankees -128
    • Expert pick: Royals +1.5, -149 (Matt Severance, 152-78, +2196.25 in last 230 MLB picks)

For further betting on WNBA, watch the Minnesota Lynx take on the Seattle Storm at 10 p.m. ET (League Pass). Analysts believe this game could determine a contender for the Commissioner’s Cup.

Bonus WNBA Pick:

  • Lynx at Storm (10 p.m. ET)
    • Expert pick: Lynx -4, -110 (Calvin Wetzel and Aaron Barzilai)

Stay tuned for more betting insights, including NHL Stanley Cup Finals previews.

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