To make the best sports bets, having extensive knowledge and conducting thorough research is crucial. Thankfully, OddsShopper can aid in this effort by analyzing vast amounts of data and gathering up the top NHL and NBA wagers available for the day. In this piece, we will spotlight the five best NBA and NHL bets that are presently available on DraftKings as curated by the OddsShopper Premium Tool.
Best NHL & NBA Bets Today | May 4
Los Angeles Lakers +6.5 at Golden State Warriors (-115)
While it is a tough matchup, especially on the road, the Lakers have Anthony Davis at the top of his game right now. Davis is not only averaging over 22 points per game in the playoffs, but he also shut down Golden State at the rim in Game 1. As long as Davis is on the floor, the Lakers will be difficult to stop. Plus, the 6.5-point spread means Los Angeles just needs to keep the game close to hit this pick.
Anthony Davis Over 26.5 Points (+100)
This pick is all about the matchup, as Golden State will have a difficult time slowing Davis down. While rebounds may be a different story, Davis should be able to score against Golden State. The only question is whether he will take advantage of it.
Jordan Poole Over 1.5 Turnovers (-120)
This pick is a bit of a gamble, but it reflects the previous series where Poole was phased out. While the Lakers beat the Warriors in Game 1, Poole was OK. That said, the more minutes Poole has on the floor, the more volume he has with the basketball and the more likely he is to commit turnovers. This is a good pick if Poole has a high volume of possessions.
Florida Panthers +1.5 at Toronto Maple Leafs (-155)
The Panthers have been playing well in the playoffs, knocking off the heavily favored Boston Bruins in the previous series. They have been shooting out of a cannon and have a lot of momentum on their side. While Toronto is a tough team, Florida is too good to let down. Boost this pick by 25% using the DraftKings profit boost pack.
Seattle Kraken Moneyline at Dallas Stars (+165)
While the Kraken are new to the postseason, they have been playing well in the playoffs. They have been able to hang in there with some of the best teams in the league and have even pulled off some upsets. The Stars are a good team, but the Kraken are in a good spot to win this game, and at +165, it’s worth taking a shot.
