LAS VEGAS-- It’s Wednesday, June 11, and tonight’s Game 3 of the NBA Finals could be a turning point in the series. With things tied up, both teams know how important this one is—momentum, confidence, and control are all on the line. The intensity should be high, and fans can expect a battle from start to finish. Until then, a full day of baseball gives us plenty to watch and talk about. It’s a perfect lead-up to what should be a thrilling night of basketball.
First Pick: Oklahoma City Thunder -5
Rundown: Tonight I like the Thunder to take game 3 away in Indiana. This is a massive Game 3, and the Thunder know how important it is to take control of the series. They’ve been a dominant force all playoffs long, showing poise and power on both ends of the court. Their young core plays with energy and confidence, especially at home. When they get out in transition and control the pace, they’re nearly impossible to stop.
Second Pick: San Francisco Giants -1.5
Rundown: The Giants are still keeping a close eye on the Dodgers and Padres series, knowing there’s an opportunity to steal some ground in the division. Every game matters and this one feels like a spot they can take advantage of. They’ve been playing with a little more edge lately, especially against teams they know they should beat. Look for them to stay locked in and handle business.
Third Pick: Los Angeles Dodgers Moneyline
Rundown: After getting blown out last night by a division rival, expect the Dodgers’ bats to respond in a big way. This lineup is too talented to stay quiet for long, especially in a primetime series like this. They’ve shown time and time again that they can bounce back strong after a loss. Tonight feels like a classic Dodgers rebound spot. Although they had position players on the mound last night, I still see LA coming out with some fire today and taking this one.
Parlay of the Day: Tyrese Haliburton to Score 15 + pts and Chet Holmgren to score 10 + points
Rundown: Haliburton has been steady all series, and in a game as important as this one, you can expect him to stay aggressive and look for his shot early. He knows how to find his spots without forcing it, and 15 points feels well within reach. Chet has been a reliable piece for OKC, and they’ll need his length and presence on both ends tonight. With the way this game is shaping up, 10 points from him should come naturally in the flow of the offense.