Sunday has 2 games on the NBA slate for a Mother's Day edition of the NBA Playoffs. It's a pair of Game 4's in the Eastern and Western Conference semifinals.
Can the Philadelphia 76ers cover the 1.5-point spread as home underdogs and stave off elimination against the New York Knicks? Can the Timberwolves hang tough and cover as underdogs at home in Game 4 against the Spurs?
I'll make picks for both contests below. Read on for our NBA Playoff Predictions May 10 article.
NBA Playoffs Prediction Game 1
KNICKS VS 76ERS DATE, TIME & HOW TO WATCH | |
|---|---|
| Where | XFINITY MOBILE ARENA, PHILADELPHIA, PA |
| When | SUNDAY, MAY 10, 2026, 3:30 PM ET |
| TV | ABC |
KNICKS VS 76ERS ODDS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Spread | Moneyline | Total | |
| KNICKS | -1.5 (-105) | -125 | U 213.0 (-110) |
| 76ERS | 1.5 (-115) | +105 | O 213.0 (-110) |
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KNICKS VS 76ERS WHO IS THE PUBLIC BETTING? | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| KNICKS | 58% | 42% | 76ERS |
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Eastern Conference Semifinals Game 4 Prediction, New York leads the series 3-0
The Knicks are primed to cover the 1.5-point spread as road favorites against the 76ers on Sunday afternoon in Game 4 of their second-round playoff series. New York should earn the win and cover by relying on relentless rebounding and suffocating defense.
The Knickerbockers consistently thrive in these spots, boasting a 35-25 ATS record after a win and sitting at 39-34 ATS as a favorite this season. Their Eastern Conference dominance is clear, going 35-26 ATS in conference games and a stellar 15-5 ATS in division games this year.
Riding a wave of sharp play, the Knicks are 6-0 straight up and 5-1 ATS in their last 6 games overall. Expect New York's physical style to wear down Philadelphia on both ends and secure the win, cover, and series sweep.
Pick: New York Knicks -1.5
NBA Playoffs Prediction Game 2
SPURS VS TIMBERWOLVES DATE, TIME & HOW TO WATCH | |
|---|---|
| Where | TARGET CENTER, MINNEAPOLIS, MN |
| When | SUNDAY, MAY 10, 2026, 7:30 PM ET |
| TV | NBC AND PEACOCK |
SPURS VS TIMBERWOLVES ODDS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Spread | Moneyline | Total | |
| SPURS | -4.5 (-107) | -185 | U 218.0 (-110) |
| TIMBERWOLVES | 4.5 (-112) | +160 | O 218.0 (-110) |
SPURS VS TIMBERWOLVES WHO IS THE PUBLIC BETTING? | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| SPURS | 57% | 43% | TIMBERWOLVES |
Western Conference Semifinals Game 4 Prediction, San Antonio leads the series 2-1
The Timberwolves are positioned to cover the 4.5-point spread as home underdogs against the Spurs in Game 4 on Sunday night. Minnesota should bounce back with their signature tenacious defense.
The Wolves thrive when seeking redemption, holding a solid 19-17 ATS record after a loss in 2025-26. Their postseason mettle is evident with a 5-4 ATS mark in playoff games this year, and they carry strong recent momentum, sitting at 5-3 ATS in their last 8 games overall.
Furthermore, Minnesota matches up extremely well with San Antonio, going 6-3 straight up and 5-4 ATS in their last 9 games against the Spurs. Expect the Timberwolves to defend their home court fiercely, keeping the game tight and securing the hard-fought Game 4 cover.
Pick: Minnesota Timberwolves +4.5
Today's NBA Playoff Predictions
- New York Knicks -1.5
- Minnesota Timberwolves +4.5