Monday's NBA player props card features plenty of plays from our experts, including Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's scoring, Trae Young's production, Victor Wembanyama's dominance inside, and Bam Adebayo's recent surge.
Below, you'll find each prop, the reasoning behind it, and where to watch. For more plays on today's slate, head to our full list of NBA picks.
NBA player props at a glance (Monday, Nov. 2)
| Matchup & time | Player prop & analyst |
|---|---|
| Thunder vs. Cavaliers 7 p.m. ET |
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Over 29.5 points Zak Hanshew |
| Pistons vs. Hornets 7 p.m. ET |
Duncan Robinson Over 2.5 threes Quinn Allen |
| Wizards vs. Magic 7:30 p.m. ET |
Trae Young Over 19.5 points Quinn Allen |
| Hawks vs. Pacers 7:30 p.m. ET |
Dyson Daniels Over 5.5 assists Shawn Krest |
| Nets vs. Knicks 7:30 p.m. ET |
Michael Porter Jr. 20+ points Ed Scimia |
| Bulls vs. 76ers 7:30 p.m. ET |
Tyrese Maxey 35+ points + rebounds + assists Juan Carlos Blanco |
| Bucks vs. Timberwolves 8 p.m. ET |
Jaime Jaquez Jr. Over 7.5 rebounds + assists Tom Oldfield |
| Jazz vs. Spurs 8:30 p.m. ET |
Victor Wembanyama Over 24.5 points Quinn Allen |
| Celtics vs. Rockets 8:30 p.m. ET |
Derrick White Over 3.5 assists Tom Oldfield |
| Raptors vs. Clippers 10 p.m. ET |
Ja'Kobe Walter Over 2.5 threes Chris Walder |
| Heat vs. Lakers 10 p.m. ET |
Bam Adebayo Over 18.5 points Chris Walder |
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Thunder vs. Cavaliers prop: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Over 29.5 points
- Time: 7 p.m. ET
- TV: NBCSN
- Analyst: Zak Hanshew
Player prop: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Over 29.5 points
With Oklahoma City missing several key offensive weapons, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander will be leaned on even more heavily for his scoring. The absences of Chet Holmgren, Jalen Williams, Alex Caruso and Cason Wallace leave 41.3 points per game up for grabs.
SGA has scored 30-plus points in only two of six games this season, but he reached that mark in 43 of 68 regular-season contests a year ago. He's also scored 30-plus in five straight matchups againast Cleveland. Hanshew likes the line up to 30.5 in his Thunder vs. Cavaliers predictions.
Pistons vs. Hornets prop: Duncan Robinson Over 2.5 threes
- Time: 7 p.m. ET
- TV: WMYD, WSOC-ABC
- Analyst: Quinn Allen
Player prop: Duncan Robinson Over 2.5 threes
Duncan Robinson has shot the rock well, draining 41.5% of his 3-pointers. The veteran is averaging 3.7 makes on 8.8 attempts per contest, and he's cleared this line in four of his six outings.
Robinson also drained three against Charlotte last week. The Hornets are allowing opponents to shoot 37.1% from long range, and Detroit's elite ball movement should get Robinson plenty of clean looks. Quinn Allen likes this prop up to 65% in his Pistons vs. Hornets predictions.
Wizards vs. Magic prop: Trae Young Over 19.5 points
- Time: 7:30 p.m. ET
- TV: DAZN-ORL, Monumental+
- Analyst: Quinn Allen
Player prop: Trae Young Over 19.5 points
Trae Young is enjoying a solid campaign early for Washington, averaging 20.7 points and posting the second-highest usage rate on the team. He's cashed his points Over in all but one appearance so far, most recently scoring 21 against Charlotte.
Orlando ranks 25th in defensive rating and allows 21.5 points per game to opposing point guards. With the Magic also missing key defenders, Allen sees a clear opportunity for Young to produce and likes the Over up to 55% in his Wizards vs. Magic predictions.
Hawks vs. Pacers prop: Dyson Daniels Over 5.5 assists
- Time: 7:30 p.m. ET
- TV: NBA League Pass and Prime Video
- Analyst: Shawn Krest
Player prop: Dyson Daniels Over 5.5 assists
Assuming Jalen Johnson sits, Atlanta will be down 14.6 assists from its season average from Johnson, Asa Newell, and Jock Landale. That should leave Dyson Daniels with increased minutes and playmaking responsibilities.
Daniels has averaged 4.1 assists in less than 29 minutes per game, but his recent workload has increased. Indiana ranks 20th in forcing turnovers, so Daniels should be able to run the offense without too much pressure. Shawn Krest details the play in his Hawks vs. Pacers predictions.
Nets vs. Knicks prop: Michael Porter Jr. 20+ points
- Time: 7:30 p.m. ET
- TV: YES, MSG
- Analyst: Ed Scimia
Player prop: Michael Porter Jr. 20+ points
Michael Porter Jr. was one of Brooklyn's few bright spots last year, averaging 24.2 points per game to set a career high. He's averaging 21.2 points to start this season and has already reached 20 points four times.
With the Knicks playing fairly mediocre defense, Porter has a good chance to keep his scoring production up. Ed Scimia backs the 20+ points prop up to 55% in his Nets vs. Knicks predictions.
Bulls vs. 76ers prop: Tyrese Maxey 35+ points + rebounds + assists
- Time: 7:30 p.m. ET
- TV: NBA League Pass
- Analyst: Juan Carlos Blanco
Player prop: Tyrese Maxey 35+ points + rebounds + assists
Tyrese Maxey has been the most consistent all-around cog in Philadelphia's star-studded engine, averaging 38.1 points, rebounds, and assists across 37.6 minutes per contest. He's shooting a career-best 48.6% as well.
Chicago's league-leading pace creates extra opportunities, while the Bulls have been particularly vulnerable to point guard production. Their defense has allowed an NBA-high 38.8 offensive efficiency rating to the position. Blanco makes the case in his Bulls vs. 76ers predictions.
Bucks vs. Timberwolves prop: Jaime Jaquez Jr. Over 7.5 rebounds + assists
- Time: 8 p.m. ET
- TV: DAZN MIN, My24 Milwaukee, NBA League Pass
- Analyst: Tom Oldfield
Player prop: Jaime Jaquez Jr. Over 7.5 rebounds + assists
The Bucks have a glut of wings, but Jaime Jaquez Jr. isn't likely to relinquish his grip on a starting role. While his scoring has been up and down, the rest of his game provides a solid floor for this prop.
Jaquez has hit this Over in four of six outings with Milwaukee and could cash it on boards alone, averaging 7.2 rebounds per game. He's also dished out four or more assists in three of his last five contests. Oldfield explains the angle in his Bucks vs. Timberwolves predictions.
Jazz vs. Spurs prop: Victor Wembanyama Over 24.5 points
- Time: 8:30 p.m. ET
- TV: Jazz+, DAZN-SAS
- Analyst: Quinn Allen
Player prop: Victor Wembanyama Over 24.5 points
Victor Wembanyama has cleared this number in three straight outings, scoring 43 against Minnesota and 36 against Utah last week. His shot volume has climbed, and he's shot at least 50% in each of his last three contests.
With Jaren Jackson Jr. and Jusuf Nurkic unavailable, Wembanyama should have a favorable matchup against Utah's depleted frontcourt. Quinn Allen likes the Over up to 65% in his Jazz vs. Spurs predictions.
Celtics vs. Rockets prop: Derrick White Over 3.5 assists
- Time: 8:30 p.m. ET
- TV: NBA League Pass
- Analyst: Tom Oldfield
Player prop: Derrick White Over 3.5 assists
Derrick White has dished out four or more assists in five of his six outings this season while averaging 5.2 per game. Boston could run more possessions through White when he's matched up with Fred VanVleet, easing the burden on Jayson Tatum and Paul George.
Houston's long-armed defenders will limit paths to the rim, but that suits White's drive-and-kick game. Oldfield sees value in the Over up to 4.5 assists in his Celtics vs. Rockets predictions.
Raptors vs. Clippers prop: Ja'Kobe Walter Over 2.5 threes
- Time: 10 p.m. ET
- TV: ClipperVision, TSN
- Analyst: Chris Walder
Player prop: Ja'Kobe Walter Over 2.5 threes
Toronto is incredibly weak from behind the arc, ranking 25th in makes and 24th in efficiency. That makes Ja'Kobe Walter's contributions in that department all the more valuable. The shooting guard is converting a career-high 41.5% from deep and has made at least three triples in four straight contests.
He's a perfect threat to take advantage of a Clippers defense that's struggled to slow down hot shooting. Walder likes the Over up to 55% in his Raptors vs. Clippers predictions.
Heat vs. Lakers prop: Bam Adebayo Over 18.5 points
- Time: 10 p.m. ET
- TV: Spectrum Sports Network
- Analyst: Chris Walder
Player prop: Bam Adebayo Over 18.5 points
When Miami was winless through four games, Bam Adebayo averaged just 11.8 points on 40% shooting. The Heat have since found their groove, and the three-time All-Star has started playing some of his best basketball.
Adebayo has averaged 25.5 points over his last two appearances, shooting 63.3% from the field while bringing down nine rebounds per contest. Walder considers the Over playable up to 60% in his Heat vs. Lakers predictions.
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