As the NBA season heats up, bettors are looking for the best plays ahead of Monday’s slate. Experts from RotoWire have identified four promising player prop bets to consider.
One standout bet is P.J. Washington surpassing 15.5 points at -110 odds against the Utah Jazz. The Jazz have struggled defensively, allowing a staggering 127.2 points per 48 minutes over their last 10 games. They also rank poorly in giving up points from spot-up and transition plays, two areas where Washington excels in scoring. Additionally, the status of Anthony Davis and Daniel Gafford is uncertain, which could impact the Jazz’s defense if they are not at full strength.
Another appealing option is Duncan Robinson, with a prop of over 2.5 made threes at -137 against the Boston Celtics. Robinson has consistently delivered, making at least three three-pointers in 17 of his 23 games this season. The Celtics’ defense has been lax recently, allowing the highest number of three-point attempts in the league, making this a strong matchup for Robinson, who also averages over eight three-point attempts per game.
Kawhi Leonard is also a candidate to watch, with a combined rebounds and assists prop at over 9.5 at -110 against the Memphis Grizzlies. After a few days of rest, Leonard is poised to perform well at home in a critical matchup for the Clippers. He has shown increased rebounding capability lately, grabbing seven or more boards in four of his last six games, including a previous meeting against the Grizzlies.
Finally, Lauri Markkanen is set at over 7.5 rebounds with +112 odds against the Dallas Mavericks. With the Jazz’s starting center Jusuf Nurkic sidelined, Markkanen’s rebounding duties will become even more critical. Historical performance shows that Markkanen has averaged 8.2 rebounds over his last six games, and his numbers improve when he plays at home compared to on the road.
These insights from RotoWire offer a mix of good betting opportunities, reflecting the current dynamics of each player’s performance and the opposing teams’ weaknesses. As always, careful consideration and research can enhance betting strategies in this exciting NBA season.