Three picks for the NBA Cup final
Briefly

In the NBA Cup final, the Oklahoma City Thunder, boasting the best record in the West with a scoring margin of +12.1, face off against a resurgent Milwaukee Bucks who have won 10 of their last 12 games. This matchup highlights both teams' strong performances, with the Thunder's consistent scoring and the Bucks’ late-season recovery making for an exciting final.
As Oklahoma City takes on Milwaukee, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, averaging over 30 points per game across three seasons, stands out for his scoring prowess. With a recent average of 32.8 PPG and a remarkable 39-point game against Dallas in the NBA Cup, he will play a crucial role against a Bucks team that struggles to contain high-scoring point guards.
Bobby Portis has demonstrated his rebounding abilities, averaging 10.5 RPG over his last four games. Given that the Thunder's defense, while tough overall, allows fourth-most rebounds to centers, Portis' performance on the boards will be critical in this matchup as both teams vie for a vital edge.
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