NBA Playoffs Game 5 Betting Guide: Heat-76ers and Suns-Mavericks Showdowns
Two crucial NBA Playoff Game 5 matchups are set for Tuesday evening, with both series tied 2-2.
Miami Heat vs. Philadelphia 76ers (Heat -3)
Key Game 4 Performances:
- James Harden: 31 points, 9 assists, 7 rebounds, including clutch 3-pointer
- Joel Embiid: 24 points, 11 rebounds on 7-13 shooting
- Jimmy Butler: 40 points on 13-20 shooting
- Bam Adebayo: 21 points, 7 rebounds, 4 assists
The 76ers have momentum after two straight wins and could steal Game 5 in Miami.
Phoenix Suns vs. Dallas Mavericks (Suns -6.5)
Key Game 4 Performances:
- Luka Doncic: 26 points, 11 assists, 3 steals
- Dorian Finney-Smith: 24 points (8-13 3PT)
- Devin Booker: 35 points, 7 assists
- Chris Paul: Limited to 5 points, 7 assists
Analysis:
- Mavericks have found success limiting Chris Paul
- Series shifts back to Phoenix for pivotal Game 5
- Expect aggressive play from Suns to avoid going down 3-2
- Prediction: Mavericks to cover +6.5 spread
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