Jon Metler
Jon Metler
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Having played, coached, and officiated basketball, Jon immediately turned his attention to the NBA and college basketball when he entered the sports betting space. Sports betting has been a part of his life for over 14 years, and he specializes in futures markets and player props, particularly in the NBA. In pursuit of value, he keeps a close eye on movements in the betting markets. He believes strongly in analytics and staying ahead of the curve; let the numbers do the talking.
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Timberwolves vs Mavericks Prop Picks and Best Bets: Washington Sets Teammates Up for Success
P.J. Washington has been counted on throughout the majority of these playoffs, and our NBA picks think the use of the pick and roll can help the forward rack up the assists tonight.
NBA Prop Picks Powered by EV Analytics: Expert Analysis from Jon Metler & Adam Scherer
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Celtics vs Pacers Same-Game Parlay Picks for Tonight's Game
Aaron Nesmith will do everything he can to make sure the team that traded him doesn't advance to the NBA FInal on his home court, and our NBA picks think his props make for an excellent SGP opportunity.
Celtics vs Pacers Prop Picks and Best Bets: Minutes Impacting Closeout Game Production
With the Celtics holding a 3-0 series lead and the Pacers' season all but over, Game 4 could see minutes go different ways on both sides. Read more in our Celtics vs. Pacers prop picks below.
Mavericks vs Timberwolves Prediction, Picks, Odds for Tonight’s NBA Playoff Game
With most of the focus on Luka Doncic, the secondary scoring options will play a vital role in the Mavericks' quest to go up 2-0 on the Timberwolves. Our NBA expert Jon Metler believes Derrick Jones Jr. will reap the rewards of a shift in how Minnesota defends Doncic. Find out more below!
Mavericks vs Timberwolves Prop Picks and Best Bets: Hardaway's Reappearing Act
Tim Hardaway Jr.'s gone from Sixth Man of the Year favorite to bench splinters for the Mavs, but our NBA player prop picks for Game 2 of the WCF see value in dusting off his points prop tonight.
Pacers vs Celtics Prop Picks and Best Bets: McConnell Thrives as Help Option
T.J. McConnell will be active as a helper off the bench as he can be expected to find his teammates for buckets at a reasonable rate, particularly relative to his prop. See who else we like tonight with our favorite Pacers vs. Celtics props.
Luka Doncic Odds and Props: Mavs Star Struggles For Buckets In Game 1
The NBA's Western Conference Finals get underway tonight and our NBA expert Jon Metler has you covered with Luka Doncic props and an SGP surrounding the Mavs superstar. Find out why he's taking Doncic Under points tonight below.
Mavericks vs Timberwolves Prop Picks and Best Bets: Naz Reid Steps Up
With all eyes on Anthony Edwards, Rudy Gobert, and Karl-Anthony Towns, the Timberwolves will need players like Naz Reid to step up vs. the Mavericks. Reid's points prop is lower than it probably should be and he highlights our favorite picks today.
Knicks vs Pacers Prop Picks and Best Bets: Big Ragu Racks Up Points
Find out why our NBA betting picks believe the pendulum has swung far too much in one direction in the Donte DiVincenzo odds when he and the Knicks visit the Pacers for Game 6 tonight.
Jalen Brunson Odds and Props: Nesmith's Range Gives Knicks Star Fits
Jalen Brunson has had the Knicks on his back for most of the NBA playoffs, and his point prop totals are climbing. Find out why Jon Metler's NBA betting picks are bearish on Brunson sending the Pacers packing in Game 6.
Nuggets vs Timberwolves Prop Picks and Best Bets: Minnesota Sells Out With Season on the Line
The Minnesota Timberwolves are clinging to their postseason life ahead of Game 6 tonight at Target Center. With desperation starting to seep in, our Nuggets vs Timberwolves props expect the TWolves to sell out. Find out how and why below!
Cavs vs Celtics Prediction, Picks, Odds for Tonight’s NBA Playoff Game
Blowout potential may make bettors weary about some player props, but our NBA picks have found an edge on Sam Hauser regardless of the game script.
Best NBA Player Props Today: Shy Away from SGA
NBA player prop lines move more than you think over the course of a playoff series, case-and-point Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's points prop. Our NBA betting picks believe it's moved too much in one direction and that it's time to reverse course tonight.
Pacers vs Knicks Prediction, Picks, Odds for Tonight’s NBA Playoff Game
Aaron Nesmith puts on his shooter's gloves tonight at Madison Square Garden as our NBA betting picks like the guard to hit double-digit points in addition to his job guarding Knicks PG Jalen Brunson.
Celtics vs Cavaliers Prediction, Picks, Odds for Tonight’s NBA Playoff Game
Best NBA Player Props Today: Doncic Finds Scoring Touch vs OKC
The Thunder have done a fine job in limiting Luka Doncic's production, but it has come at a cost: Kyrie Irving has torched them. They need to shift gears, which can open lanes for Doncic in Game 4 tonight as he headlines our favorite NBA props.
Knicks vs Pacers Prediction, Picks, Odds for Tonight’s NBA Playoff Game
Tyrese Haliburton found his groove in Game 2, but it wasn't enough. With the season on the line, our NBA picks are backing the Pacers to once again lean on him to exploit the Knicks' hobbled defense.
Best NBA Player Props Today: Nickeil of Time
Find out why our NBA betting picks think the time is now to pounce on this Nickeil Alexander-Walker prop, and why Nikola Jokic might have as little success in Minnesota tonight as he's had in Denver.
Best NBA Player Props Today: Bearish on Brown
The NBA player prop markets can be like stocks with how they rise and fall, and everyone's familiar with the phrase "buy low, sell high." Find out why our NBA betting picks are selling on Jaylen Brown tonight.
