May 31, 2025 NBA games: Odds, tips and betting trends
May 31, 2025 NBA games: Odds, tips and betting trends
The NBA Playoff outings in a Saturday slate that shouldn't be missed include the New York Knicks taking on the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
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The Knicks will take the court against the Pacers at 8:00 PM ET on Saturday at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Favorite: Pacers (-3.5)
Pacers (-3.5) Total: 219.5
219.5 Moneyline: Pacers (-175) | Knicks (+145)
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