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NBA player props at a glance Monday, Oct. 26
| Matchup & time | Player prop & analyst |
|---|---|
| Wizards vs. Hornets 7 p.m. ET |
Trae Young Over 9.5 assists Tom Oldfield |
| Wizards vs. Hornets 7 p.m. ET |
Moussa Diabate Under 8.5 rebounds Tom Oldfield |
| Timberwolves vs. Cavaliers 7 p.m. ET |
Jaden McDaniels Over 14.5 points Chris Walder |
| Timberwolves vs. Cavaliers 7 p.m. ET |
Jarrett Allen Over 7.5 rebounds Chris Walder |
| Bulls vs. Celtics 7:30 p.m. ET |
Josh Giddey Over 7.5 assists Zak Hanshew |
| Bulls vs. Celtics 7:30 p.m. ET |
Jayson Tatum Over 44.5 points + rebounds + assists Zak Hanshew |
| Suns vs. Thunder 8 p.m. ET |
Devin Booker Over 5.5 assists Ed Scimia |
| Suns vs. Thunder 8 p.m. ET |
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander 30+ points Ed Scimia |
| Pacers vs. Bucks 8 p.m. ET |
Andrew Nembhard Over 1.5 three-pointers made Geoff Clark |
| Pacers vs. Bucks 8 p.m. ET |
Tyler Herro Over 24.5 points Geoff Clark |
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Wizards vs. Hornets player props: Trae Young Over 9.5 assists
- Time: 7 p.m. ET
- TV: MNMT, WAXN-TV64
- Analyst: Tom Oldfield
Top pick: Trae Young Over 9.5 assists
Young has quickly established himself as Washington's primary playmaker, averaging 11.3 assists per game through the opening week. The Wizards are scoring 118 points per game, and Young should have plenty of opportunities to create looks for Anthony Davis and Washington's athletic wings. Charlotte surrendered 37 assists in its recent loss to Atlanta, giving Young a favorable matchup.
Oldfield would play this prop up to 10.5 assists.
Wizards vs. Hornets player props: Moussa Diabate Under 8.5 rebounds
- Time: 7 p.m. ET
- TV: MNMT, WAXN-TV64
- Analyst: Tom Oldfield
Top pick: Moussa Diabate Under 8.5 rebounds
Diabate has averaged seven rebounds per game and has stayed below this line in each of Charlotte's first three games. His work on the glass could also be affected by the presence of Anthony Davis, Alex Sarr, and other Washington rebounders. Oldfield sees value in fading Diabate at this number.
See the full Wizards vs. Hornets predictions.
Timberwolves vs. Cavaliers player props: Jaden McDaniels Over 14.5 points
- Time: 7 p.m. ET
- TV: DAZN-MIN, WUAB
- Analyst: Chris Walder
Top pick: Jaden McDaniels Over 14.5 points
McDaniels is averaging 15.3 points on 57.1% shooting through three games and has emerged as a reliable third scoring option. His 11.7 attempts per game rank third on the team, and a second game in as many nights could create additional opportunities for the Minnesota forward. He has averaged 15.2 points in five career meetings with Cleveland, including a 26-point outing last season.
Walder would play the Over up to 55%.
Timberwolves vs. Cavaliers player props: Jarrett Allen Over 7.5 rebounds
- Time: 7 p.m. ET
- TV: DAZN-MIN, WUAB
- Analyst: Chris Walder
Top pick: Jarrett Allen Over 7.5 rebounds
Allen has been productive against Minnesota, recording five double-doubles in his last six meetings with the Timberwolves while averaging 17.2 points and 11.5 rebounds. Although Rudy Gobert presents a tough matchup, Allen's rebounding opportunities give him a path to eight boards. Walder sees value in this line and would trade it up to 60%.
See the full Timberwolves vs. Cavaliers predictions.
Bulls vs. Celtics player props: Josh Giddey Over 7.5 assists
- Time: 7:30 p.m. ET
- TV: CHSN, NBC Sports Boston
- Analyst: Zak Hanshew
Top pick: Josh Giddey Over 7.5 assists
Giddey is averaging 8.3 assists through Chicago's first three games after posting a career-best 9.1 per game last season. He has recorded at least eight assists in 35 of his last 57 appearances, including a 10-assist performance against Boston last season. The Celtics have allowed 27 assists per game, while Chicago's high-volume perimeter attack gives Giddey plenty of opportunities to set up teammates.
Hanshew would play the line up to 8.5 assists.
Bulls vs. Celtics player props: Jayson Tatum Over 44.5 points + rebounds + assists
- Time: 7:30 p.m. ET
- TV: CHSN, NBC Sports Boston
- Analyst: Zak Hanshew
Top pick: Jayson Tatum Over 44.5 points + rebounds + assists
Tatum is averaging 24.5 points, 6.5 rebounds, and nine assists, putting him at 40 combined points, rebounds, and assists per game. He finished with 52 PRA in his most recent game against the Knicks. Chicago's defensive struggles against scoring, rebounding, and playmaking could give Tatum the extra opportunities he needs to clear this number. Hanshew would trade the prop up to 52%.
See the full Bulls vs. Celtics predictions.
Suns vs. Thunder player props: Devin Booker Over 5.5 assists
- Time: 8 p.m. ET
- TV: Suns+, Thunder+
- Analyst: Ed Scimia
Top pick: Devin Booker Over 5.5 assists
Booker's playmaking offers a way to back the Phoenix guard in a matchup against Oklahoma City's strong defense. Scimia sees value in Booker reaching six assists and would play the prop up to 55%.
Suns vs. Thunder player props: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander 30+ points
- Time: 8 p.m. ET
- TV: Suns+, Thunder+
- Analyst: Ed Scimia
Top pick: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander 30+ points
Gilgeous-Alexander has averaged at least 30.1 points per game in each of the past four seasons and has already scored 32 or more points in two of his first three games this year. He's averaging 24 shot attempts per game, giving him a strong scoring foundation even if the Thunder-Suns matchup stays relatively low-scoring. Scimia would trade SGA to score 30-plus points at up to 65%.
See the full Suns vs. Thunder predictions.
Pacers vs. Bucks player props: Andrew Nembhard Over 1.5 three-pointers made
- Time: 8 p.m. ET
- TV: DAZN-IND, My24 Milwaukee
- Analyst: Geoff Clark
Top pick: Andrew Nembhard Over 1.5 three-pointers made
Nembhard needs just two made threes to cash this prop. With Tyrese Haliburton and Pascal Siakam creating opportunities, the Indiana guard should have chances to find open looks from beyond the arc. Clark considers two or more threes playable below a 50% price.
Pacers vs. Bucks player props: Tyler Herro Over 24.5 points
- Time: 8 p.m. ET
- TV: DAZN-IND, My24 Milwaukee
- Analyst: Geoff Clark
Top pick: Tyler Herro Over 24.5 points
Herro has taken on a leading role in Milwaukee's offense, and the pace of this matchup could give him enough possessions to reach 25 points. Clark sees the scoring Over as playable up to a 50% price.
See the full Pacers vs. Bucks predictions.
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