TODAY'S PICKS

The Colorado Avalanche, playing at home, are expected to dominate the Minnesota Wild. Their offensive firepower and strong home-ice advantage should allow them to secure a multi-goal victory, covering the -1.5 spread. The Wild often struggle to keep pace with top-tier teams on the road.

Nikola Jokic consistently delivers high assist numbers, especially against strong defensive teams like the Suns, where he often facilitates more. His playmaking is crucial for the Nuggets' offense, and he typically exceeds this line when facing competitive opponents. The Suns' defense may focus on limiting his scoring, opening up more assist opportunities.

The Dodgers typically have a strong home-field advantage and a deeper roster, especially in their starting pitching rotation and bullpen. While the Giants can be competitive, the Dodgers' consistent offensive power and defensive stability make them a reliable pick for a moneyline bet at home. Their historical performance against the Giants at Dodger Stadium also favors this outcome.

The Colorado Avalanche, playing at home, are expected to dominate the Minnesota Wild. Their offensive firepower and strong home-ice advantage make covering a -1.5 spread a strong possibility. The Wild often struggle with consistency on the road, especially against top-tier teams like the Avalanche.

The Dodgers, playing at home, historically perform well against the Giants, especially early in the season. Their projected pitching matchup and deeper lineup give them a significant advantage in this moneyline bet. Expect their offense to capitalize on scoring opportunities.

Nikola Jokic consistently performs well against the Suns, especially in rebounding. Phoenix often plays smaller lineups, which Jokic exploits on the boards. Given the high-stakes playoff environment, expect Jokic to be highly engaged and dominate the paint.

Both the Celtics and Warriors possess elite offensive talent and can score in bunches. While both teams can play strong defense, their offensive firepower, especially in a late-season matchup, suggests a higher-scoring affair.