Over\/Under<\/strong>: 204 <\/p>\nPardon the pun, but Phoenix (54-28, 48-32-2 ATS) was one of the league\u2019s hotter teams over the last month and a half of the season. In mid-February the Suns were a solid 32-23, but an 88-80 win over the Hawks launched an impressive 22-5 run. Phoenix closed out the regular season with a three-game winning streak, including a 7-3 run against the spread. <\/p>\n
The Suns were slightly sharper at US Airways Center, too, going 7-2-1 against the spread in their past 10 home games. <\/p>\n
Phoenix will simply try outgunning the undermanned Trailblazers. Six different players averaged at least double figures, including leading-scorer Amare Stoudemire. Stoudemire was great against the Blazers this season, averaging 23.0 points and 11.3 rebounds in three meetings. He\u2019s playing very well right now; the forward has led Phoenix in scoring in seven straight games, averaging 26.4 points in that span. <\/p>\n
Of course, the fuel that powers this engine is Steve Nash. Nash looked as good as ever this season and will be a major factor. ![\"Online](\"http:\/\/affiliates.commissionaccount.com\/processing\/impressions.asp?btag=a_3953b_41\")
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Portland (50-32, 45-35-2 ATS) was decidedly mediocre in April, winning four of its last seven games to close out the regular season. The Trailblazers still delivered solid results at the sportsbook, though, going 6-4 in their past 10 games against the spread. <\/p>\n
Taking Portland on NBA odds when playing away from home was a bit riskier, as the Blazers are 5-4-1 against the spread in their past 10 road games. <\/p>\n
The Blazers must come to terms with losing Brandon Roy. Roy led the team with 21.5 points per game this season, but he\u2019ll miss the postseason after being shut down for knee surgery. To make matters worse, he was Portland\u2019s best player against Phoenix this season, as he averaged 25 points and eight rebounds in two meetings with the Suns. <\/p>\n
Much of the offensive success now relies on LaMarcus Aldridge. He\u2019s more than capable of a big game and averaged 21.7 points and 8.2 rebounds per game in April.<\/p>\n
Bucks vs. Hawks Free NBA Playoff Pick<\/strong><\/p>\nPortland won two of its three meetings with the Suns this season, though Phoenix took the most recent match up on March 21. Regardless, losing Roy was a devastating blow. Even if Aldridge steps up, there isn\u2019t enough in the cupboard to make up for it. Bet on Phoenix.<\/strong><\/p>\nCLICK HERE TO OPEN AN ACCOUNT AT SPORTSBOOK.COM AND GRAB YOURSELF A HUGE SIGNUP BONUS FOR BETTING ON NBA PLAYOFF GAMES!!!<\/h3>\n
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