Pedro Oliveira
We are officially starting another week full of sports action in all corners of the planet, and you can’t miss what’s waiting for you in the JefeBet App. There, you can test your knowledge and take advantage of the prizes offered. In today’s article, we bring you the best picks for the NBA postseason and MLB regular season.
Without further reason to prolong the introduction, here are today’s picks (Monday, May 9) from JefeBet.
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Memphis Grizzlies vs Golden State Warriors (Game 4)
Will the Warriors win by more than seven points?
With the very possible absence of Ja Morant,Grizzlies’ top star, due to a knee injury, and the Warriors’ home team derailing the series more than ever, it seems too difficult for Memphis to avoid another crushing defeat at the hands of what appears to be the new Western Conference favorites to reach the NBA Finals.
Jaren Jackson Jr. and Desmond Bane are the only hopes to lead this young Memphis squad, but they have not had the most consistent of series either. Instead, Golden State is 100% focused and ready to take a 3-1 lead in the playoffs. With Curry, Thompson, and Poole tuned up offensively, it’s an incredibly challenging job for Taylor Jenkins’ team in such an aggressive, low-scoring instance.
Pick: Yes.
How many assists will Ja Morant make in the match?
This is going to be a gift selection when Morant’s absence from the game, who is listed on the Memphis injury report as doubtful, is confirmed. And if this new injury is a re-aggravation of the same one he suffered at the end of the regular season, he will probably be out until the fifth (and possibly last) meeting between the two teams.
Likewise, if the miracle of seeing Ja on the field does occur, it is wise to restrict it to a few minutes in order to protect his physical integrity from significant damage. The decision is more than clear.
Pick: 0-5.
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Boston Celtics vs Milwaukee Bucks (Game 4)
How many points will both teams score in the first quarter?
This remains one of the closest conference semifinals in the entire postseason, with the Bucks taking a lead in Game 3 by a difference of just two points on the scoreboard. Therefore, it is going to vary too much in many categories and statistics, but the most certain of these is first quarter scoring.
Unless both have a historically terrible quarter offensively, or at least with only one of them having one, the 48-point barrier will most likely be overcome. The key question will be how far they can pull away from the 52, but with both teams at the peak of their competitive level, it is unlikely that either will take an immediate lead in this fourth installment.
Pick: 49-52 points.
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Los Angeles Dodgers vs. Pittsburgh Pirates
Who will win the match?
Today’s duel has one of the best teams in the major leagues against one of the worst. On the mound, things are not so clear, but there is a certain advantage on the side of the Angels: Mexican Julio Urías (2-1, ERA 1.88, WHIP 0.92) against Colombian José Quintana (0-1, ERA 3.38, WHIP 1.25) is the pitching duel to be held at PNC Park in Pittsburgh.
The Dodgers are on a six-game winning streak and they have not lost a game since the beginning of May. The Pirates, on the other hand, have had a roller coaster ride: three wins and two losses in their last five games. Offensively, the teams have similar numbers, but it is impossible to ignore the plethora of stars Los Angeles possesses against Pittsburgh’s glaring offensive holes. It should be an easy win for the Dave Roberts-led side.
Pick: Dodgers.
