The first round of the NBA playoffs is winding down and, although some series have been easy knockouts, like the Pacquiao odds in his upcoming bout with Ricky Hatton, and there are others that have been a race down the wire, like the Kentucky Derby odds will be this Saturday.
Here’s a look at the upcoming games as well as some NBA playoff picks:
Those going over boxing odds can practice up for this weekend’s fights with a number of slugfests taking place on the hardwood on Wednesday and Thursday in NBA betting action. On Wednesday, Orlando, Atlanta and Denver will host the second game of their matchups, while on Thursday, Boston, the Lakers and San Antonio will head out on the road for their third games.
Atlanta (4) vs. Miami (5)
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Key to series: Someone, perhaps improving-by-the-minute Michael Beasley, has to step up and take heat off Wade. If that happens, the Heat move on. Hard to see Miami getting beyond Round 2, though.
