NBA playoffs betting: How to bet the conference finals
Briefly

The NBA's Conference Finals are set, featuring the Oklahoma City Thunder against the Minnesota Timberwolves in the West, and the New York Knicks facing the Indiana Pacers in the East. Analysts provide insights on betting strategies for these matchups, highlighting the Timberwolves' momentum after a strong finish to the season. Various betting options are discussed, including a favorable bet for the Timberwolves at +1.5 games and the potential for a quick series involving the Thunder, echoing previous year's unpredictability in playoffs.
The Timberwolves had a slow start to the season, seeming to need time to adjust to the blockbuster trade that sent Karl-Anthony Towns to New York in exchange for Julius Randle and Donte DiVincenzo. But adjust they did, and they caught fire down the stretch.
After a semifinals that saw the likes of Boston, Cleveland, Golden State and Denver go down, what can be expected in these two series? And what are the bets to make?
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