Tuesday night is shaping up to be a blockbuster for NBA fans, with second-round playoff action featuring some of the league's biggest names. Whether you're watching LeBron James lead the Lakers against Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Thunder or tuning in for the Pistons hosting the Cavaliers, there's no better time to get in on the action.
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The Lakers vs. Thunder matchup tips off at 8:30 p.m. ET, with LeBron James facing off against rising star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. For those keeping an eye on player props, James' over/under for total points is set at 20.5, while Gilgeous-Alexander's over/under for total assists is 6.5. Earlier in the evening, the Cavaliers visit the Pistons at 7 p.m. ET.
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Don't forget about the MLB action either, with top experts locking in best bets for Diamondbacks vs. Pirates.
One player to watch is Pistons guard Cade Cunningham, who proved his star power in the first round. After falling behind 3-1 to the Magic, Cunningham rallied Detroit by scoring over 30 points in each of the final three games, averaging 36.3 points per game. The Pistons won those contests by an average of 14.3 points to take the series.
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