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Both #1 seeds, the Thunder and Cavaliers, find themselves down 2-1 in their respective series, with the biggest game of their seasons on deck, as they look to avoid going down 3-1. Let’s dive into my best NBA player prop bets on Sunday, May 11, with a player prop in each game. You can also find out our expert NBA picks for tonight and EVERY game in the playoffs.
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Best NBA player prop bet: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (OKC) Over 31.5 points (-118)
Odds available at FanDuel Sportsbook at time of publishing
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was held in check by Christian Braun, who defended Gilgeous-Alexander for a total of 10 minutes on the floor. He held him to 4/12 from the field and got to the line twice. He tried countless times to take over the Overtime period but failed. Still, he’s in line for 23+ field goal attempts with the Nuggets defending him 1-0n-1. Look for positive regression after a season-low in free throws attempted and his lowest points outing of the series after scoring 333 and 34 points in Games 1 and 2.
Best NBA player prop bet: Myles Turner (IND) Under 15.5 points (-110)
Odds available at BetMGM Sportsbook at time of publishing
Watching Game 3, I couldn’t wait for the sportsbooks to open up Myles Turner’s points line. He scored 12 points in the 1st quarter, including going 5/6 from the free-throw line – We’ll gladly bank on regression heading into Game 4. Tyrese Haliburton attempted just eight field goal attempts, while Aaron Nesmith and Andrew Nembhard saw decreased roles in the blowout. Look for others to carry the scoring load, while Turner takes a backseat.
