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NBA Picks Today — Wednesday, April 29, 2026

3 games on the NBA slate for Wednesday, April 29, 2026. Here are my picks.

Toronto Raptors at Cleveland Cavaliers — Game 5 (Series tied 2-2)

🏀 Cleveland Cavaliers

The Cavaliers have the home-court advantage at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse in this pivotal Game 5 with the series tied, and the matchup outlook leans their way. Cleveland's strong regular-season record makes them a solid pick here.

Houston Rockets at Los Angeles Lakers — Game 5 (LAL lead series 3-1)

🏀 Los Angeles Lakers

The Lakers have a strong case to close out the Rockets at home in Crypto.com Arena with a 3-1 series lead. LA's outlook leans their way in a chance to advance and end this first-round matchup.

Orlando Magic at Detroit Pistons — Game 5 (ORL leads series 3-1)

🏀 Detroit Pistons

The Pistons face elimination at home in Game 5, needing a win to stay alive against Orlando. Detroit's strong regular season record gives them reason to fight back at Little Caesars Arena.

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