After slim options on Saturday, NBA player props bettors have a wealth of options to wrap up the weekend, as there’s a full slate of 11 games on tap today.
I’m looking at three very different players in my NBA picks for Sunday, April 5. Let’s take a look at why I like Jayson Tatum to continue his strong return to action, as well as how role players like Donte DiVincenzo and Tari Eason can pay off for bettors in their own ways tonight.
Best NBA player props today
| Player | Pick |  |
|---|---|---|
 Jayson Tatum |
Over 22.5 points | -120 |
 Donte DiVincenzo |
Over 2.5 threes | -120 |
 Tari Eason |
Over 16.5 PRA | -115 |
Prop #1: Jayson Tatum Over 22.5 points
Jayson Tatum has now been back in the Boston Celtics lineup for nearly a full month, and he’s starting to look like the superstar they'll need in the playoffs. Tatum picked up his first triple-double of the year on Wednesday, and nearly repeated the feat on Friday, coming up one assist short against the Bucks.
In his last four games, Tatum is averaging 26.5 points. He’s also enjoyed some of his best shooting of the year recently, shooting 48.3% in his last three contests on heavy volume.
The Toronto Raptors are a solid defensive team, but they haven’t slowed the Celtics this year, with Boston averaging 119.3 PPG in the first three meetings with Toronto. With Tatum back in the lineup, the Celtics are even more potent offensively, and there should be plenty of points available for him to hit the Over on his points total.
- Time: 3:30 p.m. ET
- Where to watch: Sportsnet, NBC Sports Boston
Prop #2: Donte DiVincenzo Over 2.5 made threes
Donte DiVincenzo has been firing away from deep all season long for the Minnesota Timberwolves, averaging 3.0 made threes per game on 38.1% shooting from beyond the arc. Minnesota has been struggling lately, losing four of seven, but DiVincenzo continues to play his role, hitting at least three shots from 3-point range in six of his last eight.
There’s no reason why the Timberwolves would change DiVincenzo’s role or usage against the Charlotte Hornets tonight. Charlotte isn’t great defensively on the perimeter, allowing opponents to shoot 35.9% from deep.
If anything, DiVincenzo will be among the players who get a couple more shots per game with Jaden McDaniels now out with a knee injury. He’s averaged 10 attempts from deep in Minnesota’s last seven games, and I expect him to get that same volume in tonight’s game.
- Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
- Where to watch: FDSN SE-Charlotte, FDSN North
Prop #3: Tari Eason Over 16.5 points + rebounds + assists
The Houston Rockets are riding a five-game winning streak, and Tari Eason has been a huge part of avoiding the Play-In bubble. During the winning streak, Eason is averaging 13.8 points and 6.4 rebounds per game, both up from his season averages.
Eason, who may be primarily known as a defensive presence, also appears to be building confidence. He’s shooting 48.1% from the field and 37.0% from 3-point range on increased volume, showing Houston trusts him with the ball and may be getting him in a rhythm ahead of the postseason.
I expect that usage to continue tonight, as Eason should find success against a mediocre Golden State Warriors defense, especially on the glass, with the Dubs ranking just 21st in the NBA in rebounding rate. I like Eason to hit his PRA total, as he’s gone Over 16.5 in four of his last five games overall.
- Time: 10:00 p.m. ET
- Where to watch: NBC
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