Imagine looking at a total of 10.5 assists and thinking it’s too low—that’s how good Nikola Jokić is. It’s not the number itself that stands out, but the +118 price that really gives us the edge. I make this prop closer to -115 for Jokić to record 11 assists in Game 2 against the Timberwolves. Jamal Murray torched Minnesota in Game 1 with 30 points, and if the Timberwolves get more aggressive by blitzing him to force the ball out of his hands, it should lead to Jokić operating as the release valve. That puts him in prime position to find open teammates and rack up potential assists. The other factor is Rudy Gobert, who doesn’t apply enough pressure on Jokić and often allows him to operate like a quarterback in a clean pocket with clear passing lanes. Jokić finished with 21 potential assists in Game 1, which reinforces the upside in this spot.
