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2026 NBA playoff predictions, odds, picks for April 24: This 3-way parlay returns over +1100
TL;DR
Three NBA playoff matchups are set for April 24, with the Celtics, Rockets, and Spurs as favorites. A suggested three-way parlay could yield over +1100 in returns.
Key points
- Celtics favored by 7.5 points against 76ers
- Rockets favored by 10.5 points over Lakers
- Spurs favored by 1.5 points against Trail Blazers
- Jaylen Brown's points over/under is 26.5
- SportsLine Model has a 73% success rate this season
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Three 2026 NBA first-round Game 3 matchups highlight Friday's schedule. In the Eastern Conference, the Celtics are 7.5-point favorites at FanDuel Sportsbook vs. the 76ers at 7 p.m. ET. In the West, the Rockets are 10.5-point favorites over the Lakers at 8 p.m. ET, while the Spurs are 1.5-point favorites over the Trail Blazers at 10:30 p.m. ET. The totals are 215.5, 205.5 and 220.5, respectively, in those matchups. Among the notable player prop include Jaylen Brown at over/under 26.5 points scored, while Kevin Durant's points scored line is 23.5 even though he is listed as questionable (ankle). Luka Doncic (hamstring) is out for the Lakers, while Austin Reaves (oblique) is questionable. Victor Wembanyama (concussion) is listed as questionable for the Spurs.
What are the NBA best bets for Friday, and which combination of picks should you target in a Friday NBA parlay? Before locking in any NBA picks, you'll want to see the NBA predictions and betting advice from SportsLine's proven computer model.
Q&A
What are the NBA playoff matchups for April 24, 2026?
The matchups include the Celtics vs. 76ers, Rockets vs. Lakers, and Spurs vs. Trail Blazers.
What are the betting odds for the Celtics vs. 76ers game?
The Celtics are 7.5-point favorites against the 76ers.
Who are the key players to watch in the April 24 NBA games?
Key players include Jaylen Brown, Kevin Durant, and Victor Wembanyama, with various injury statuses.
How has the SportsLine Projection Model performed in NBA betting?
The model has achieved a 73% success rate on top-rated NBA spread picks this season.
