Originally Posted by
rjt721
I played the following:
Rajon Rondo Over 9.5 pts -120: With Cassell basically out of the picture, Rondo will get the bulk of the minutes down the stretch. He typically performs much better at home, and Billups will likely leave him much of the game to help on Pierce and KG. (5Dimes)
Paul Pierce pts + rebs Under 24.5 -125: Tayshaun Prince is probably the best perimeter defender in the league at the moment, and his length and athleticism should give Pierce fits. Pierce averaged just 15 pts and 5 boards in the three regular season meetings against Detroit, while shooting only 36%. Going to be virtually impossible for him to beat Tayshaun off the dribble, and Prince's freakishly long arms will contest every jumper Pierce attempts. (5Dimes)
Ray Allen +.5 pts Over Tayshaun Prince -105: Prince should exert most of his energy guarding Pierce for 40+ min. Paul will have a more difficult time getting his shot than in the Cleveland series, making Ray more of a focal point for the offense. (BetJM)