The NBA action continues today, and if you’re looking for the best betting picks, you’ve come to the right place. We’ve compiled a selection of player props and insights to help you make informed decisions for today’s games.
Jalen Johnson's Assists Challenge Against Orlando
For today's matchup against the Orlando Magic, we're focusing on Jalen Johnson. The DraftKings line has him set at under 7.5 assists (-147) for the game kicking off at 5 PM ET.
Historically, the Magic has posed a strong defensive challenge for Johnson. In last season's matchups, he averaged 18 points, 11 rebounds, and 7 assists against them, which, while impressive, fell short of his averages. Notably, Johnson recorded 7.6 assists during road games last year compared to 8.2 at home, indicating a potential adjustment in his gameplay. In the preseason, his assists per 48 minutes dropped to just 4.8 as he focused on driving to the basket more often.
Caleb Wilson to Shine Defensively
Next up, let’s look at Caleb Wilson, who is set to face off against the Toronto Raptors at 4 PM ET with a prop on whether he’ll record over 0.5 blocks (-131).
Wilson has demonstrated promising offensive skills during the Summer League and preseason, but he may find it challenging against the Raptors' formidable wing players like Kawhi Leonard and Scottie Barnes. His strength remains on the defensive end, so we expect him to contribute significantly in that area. With the Raptors featuring a roster that will likely attack the rim without strong 3-point shooting options, Wilson might be busy protecting the paint.
Julius Randle Expected to Lead Scoring
At 4:05 PM ET, Julius Randle takes the spotlight in his matchup against the Charlotte Hornets, with a points line set at over 19.5 (+101).
This contest is projected to be one of the lower-scoring games on the slate, but Randle should still be able to hit this mark. As he steps in as a co-No. 1 scoring option alongside Michael Porter Jr., he’s poised to take on a heavier load than he did in Minnesota. Expect him to significantly influence the game early on.
Davion Mitchell's 3-Point Potential
Finally, we’re looking at Davion Mitchell, who is set to face the Minnesota Timberwolves, with a prop bet for him to make 2 or more threes (+172).
Mitchell is likely to see an increase in his playing time this season on a roster that requires his scoring abilities. As the starting point guard, he will encounter many open looks, particularly with Minnesota likely focusing on star players Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bam Adebayo. Last season, Mitchell displayed his shooting promise by sinking nearly 40% of his 3-point attempts, making this a tempting betting opportunity.
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