Jaylen Brown, Tatum and Derrick White are capable of winning the battle on the wings. White and Jrue Holiday are well-equipped to defend Brunson. And Al Horford and Kristaps Porziņģis will force KAT into a couple off-shooting nights. Plus, when these games go to the reserves, Boston should have a significant edge.

Will Hill delivers his best bets for two first-round series, including a potential comeback for Milwaukee and an upset series win for Houston.

The Minnesota Timberwolves host the Los Angeles Lakers for Game 3 of their 2025 NBA playoffs series. Here are predictions, picks and odds.