NBA Playoffs Friday Betting Picks - May 20, 2022

After being sucker punched in Game 1, the flaws of the Mavs shone brightly as the Warriors were rampant. Could Golden State and their assortment of stars extend their series lead, or have they awoken an angry Luka?

It's Friday May 20, 2022, and, as always, we've simulated today's NBA Playoffs game 10,000 times to determine where the value lies for basketball bettors across the United States.

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NBA Picks For Friday May 20, 2022

Game 2: Mavericks vs. Warriors, 9:00PM ET

PICK: Mavericks +6 (-110)

Positive shooting regression! The Mavs just weren't themselves in Game 1, going just 11-48 from deep - a shot they've typically made throughout their playoffs run. While those numbers are shocking, it wasn't exactly due to great defense. The team were missing a lot of open shots. Reggie Bullock and Luka Doncic both went 3-10 and are unlikely to mirror that again. Dallas don't need to make too many adjustments, they just need some shots to fall in order to get close.

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🏀 Projected Mavericks vs. Warriors Game 2 box score
✍️ Betting Preview: Mavericks vs. Warriors Game 2

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*All odds and lines correct at time of publishing

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