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Best NBA prop bets Feb. 2: Back Vucevic, Irving and Bane and Sunday

NBA prop bets

I’ve got three NBA prop bets for Sunday’s action.

The pregame narrative: Nikola Vucevic is set to lead the charge for the Chicago Bulls in their game with the Detroit Pistons. I’m taking the over on his points prop while adding in picks on Kyrie Irving for the Dallas Mavericks and Desmond Bane for the Memphis Grizzlies.

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Best bet: Vucevic over 19.5 points (-121)

Vucevic continues to be the target of trade rumours and here’s a good matchup for the big man to showcase his offensive skills.

The Pistons allow the ninth most points per game (23.2) to opposing centres, per Fantasy Pros.

Additionally, Vucevic has scored 20-plus in three of the past four games.

He’s an efficient scorer, shooting 54.7% from the field and 39.4% from 3-point range.

With Zach LaVine being doubtful to suit up on Sunday, more shots should be available for the Bulls’ centre. And with those efficiencies, I feel really good about his potential as a scorer today.

Key stat: Vucevic has 20-plus points in four-straight against the Pistrons, averaging 25.5 points in those games.

Quick picks

Irving over 26.5 points (-118): Irving is another player who is listed on the injury report ahead of Sunday.

But if he suits up, I love this spot.

The Cleveland Cavaliers allow the most PPG to point guards (26.4) and Irving is an elite scorer.

He’s averaging 24.3 points on 47.9% shooting and 41.5% from beyond the arc.

Since leaving the Cavs in 2017, Irving averaged 31.0 points in six games in Cleveland. He cleared this line in five of six of those games.

It’s been eight years but it appears the ‘revenge game’ narrative is still in play.

Bane over 28.5 points/assists (-107): Take a look at Bane’s stats since Dec. 21:

  • 21.4 PPG
  • 6.5 assists
  • 53.4 FG%
  • 43.8 3PT%

And lately, he’s been stepping up as a passer while Ja Morant manages an injury.

In three games without Morant since Jan. 17, Bane recorded 34 assists (11.3 per game). He unsurprisingly cleared this line in all three contests.

Morant is listed as doubtful to play on Sunday so that’s worth monitoring.

Their opponent, the Milwaukee Bucks also allows the second most PPG to point guards (26.3) which is the role Bane would play in Morant’s absence.

Picks made at 9:15 a.m. ET on 02/02/2025.

Suns vs. Trail Blazers same-game parlay predictions Feb. 1: Bet on Ayton, Portland staying hot

Suns vs. Trail Blazers predictions

The Portland Trail Blazers put a scorching stretch on the line tonight with the Phoenix Suns in town.

The pregame narrative: Portland has been stacking one upset win after another and finds itself as a home underdog on Saturday night. I’m not calling for an upset, but I’ll take the Blazers with points to go with prop bets on Devin Booker and Deandre Ayton in a +305 SGP.

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Parlay: Trail Blazers +7.5 | Booker 25+ points | Ayton double-double (+305)

Trail Blazers +7.5 (-205): Portland is enjoying its best stretch of the season, and although that bar is low, you have to hand it to this team for showing some fight.

Though they’re nowhere near a playoff spot, the Blazers (19-29) have rattled off seven straight ATS victories.

Better yet, they’re 6-1 SU in their past seven … and all of those wins came as underdogs.

Portland has covered this number in both matchups against Phoenix this season, and the Blazers have the rest advantage tonight over a Suns team that played in San Francisco on Friday.

Phoenix is a disastrous 2-10-1 ATS with a rest disadvantage this year, per Team Rankings.

Other SGP legs

Booker 25+ points (-182): I had this same pick in a Suns/Warriors SGP last night, and Booker breezed past this number. He’s a good bet to score 25-plus points on any given night.

  • Booker is averaging 25.7 PPG.
  • He has 25+ points in 24/42 games (57.1%).
  • Against the Blazers, he has 25+ points in five of his past six games (including both matchups this year).

Though the Suns played just last night, Booker isn’t a guy to worry about on zero rest. He’s cashed this bet in four straight back-to-backs, hitting the 30-point milestone in three of those.

Ayton double-double (-124): Ayton has six double-doubles in his past 10 games, averaging 14.1 points and 10.8 rebounds in that span. And the Suns are a good matchup for him to stuff the stat sheet again.

Against opposing centres, Phoenix allows …

  • 4th-most points (24.9)
  • 9th-most rebounds (15.8)

The Blazers don’t have anybody averaging 20-plus points. Ayton, who leads the team in rebounds (10.2/game), is one of six players averaging a dozen points or more.

Though he’s unlikely to explode for a huge scoring performance, Ayton is always a good bet to hit the double-digit mark (he has 10-plus points in 28 of 34 games).

And given that Phoenix isn’t the sharpest on the glass, I think a double-double is in reach for the ex-Sun tonight.

Picks made at 2:30 p.m. on 02/01/25.

Kings vs. Thunder same-game parlay predictions Feb. 1: Back Sabonis and Gilgeous-Alexander at +270

Kings vs. Thunder predictions

The Oklahoma City Thunder host the Sacramento Kings in a star-studded showdown on Saturday night.

The pregame narrative: Sacramento is running hot but not hot enough to justify backing against OKC on the road. This +270 SGP features the Thunder to win alongside props on Domantas Sabonis and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander.

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Parlay: Thunder moneyline | Gilgeous-Alexander over 32.5 points | Sabonis over 17.5 points (+340)

Thunder moneyline (-275): Backing the Thunder at home is typically a good move:

  • OKC is 19-3 straight up at Paycom Center and is 14-7-1 ATS at a home favourite.
  • The Thunder have the league’s best net rating (+13.0) and defensive rating (104.6) at home.

For the most part, Sacramento has been rolling under new head coach Doug Christie. But the Kings have lost three of their last four, giving up 132 points to the Denver Nuggets and 143 points to the New York Knicks.

I’m also worried about the locker room’s reaction to De’Aaron Fox being put on the trade market. Having a team leader indicate he would like a move is never a good thing.

The Thunder have won three straight games against the Kings and beat them 130-109 in Sacramento on Nov. 25.

SGP legs

Gilgeous-Alexander over 32.5 points (-134): I was originally thinking of fading Gilgeous-Alexander on an alternate 36.5 point total because of how well the Kings defend point guards. But that’s no fun. And with the way he’s been playing, I doubt it would have been profitable.

The MVP frontrunner has cleared this mark in four of his last six. That includes a pair of 50 bombs against the Golden State Warriors and Utah Jazz, as well as a 40-point outing against the Cleveland Cavaliers.

Golden State allows the second-fewest points per game to PGs, according to Fantasy Pros, so I’m not worried about Sacramento (which allows the eighth-fewest) being a tough matchup.

You could charge SGA with regicide based on how he’s handled the Kings. The Canadian has cleared this mark in nine straight games against Sacramento.

Sabonis over 17.5 points (-148): Sabonis’ rebound total is set at 15.5 tonight. That’s insane. It speaks to how poorly OKC is at cleaning the glass, even with Isaiah Hartenstein in the lineup.

That line is a little rich for my blood, so I’ll instead opt to back Sabonis on an alternate point total.

Grabbing offensive rebounds leads to putback opportunities, which leads to easy buckets.

Sabonis is leading the league in rebounds and is second in putback points. He’s scored 20-plus in 10 of his last 12 games and had 21 points against OKC on Nov. 25.

Picks made at 1:31 p.m. ET 02/01/2025

Best NBA prop bets Feb. 1: Edwards and Monk should build off strong January results

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I’m targeting overs on Anthony Edwards and Malik Monk for Saturday’s NBA action.

The pregame narrative: Both hoopers are coming off a great month and are at least worth a look as the calendar flips to February. In Edwards’ case, the sky should be the limit in an ideal matchup.

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Best bet: Anthony Edwards over 29.5 points (-118)

January was a remarkable month for Edwards, and I expect him to continue rolling from the outset in February.

Last month, the all-star shooting guard averaged 30.3 points while shooting 43.9% from 3-point range. Minnesota is now riding a five-game win streak, which matches the longest active streak in the NBA.

Edwards and the T-Wolves should keep the good times rolling tonight against the Wizards, who are the laughingstock of the league.

Washington has lost 16 in a row dating back to Jan. 3, and the team allows the most points per game (122.2).

Also, the Wizards allow the fourth-most PPG to opposing shooting guards, per Betting Pros.

There’s plenty of blowout potential in this matchup — Minnesota is a 16-point home favourite — but I’m not overly concerned. Edwards has played 30-plus minutes in 44 of 48 games this year, so it’s not like the T-Wolves have made a habit of pulling him in lopsided matchups.

And if it does turn into a rout, Edwards should be the main reason why.

Key stat: Edwards has 30-plus points in nine of his past 15 games.

Quick pick

Monk over 18.5 points (-125): The Kings have three players averaging at least 20 points, and Monk isn’t one of them.

But he was heavily involved in January, and that might be a sign of things to come on a team that’s reaching a crossroads.

The NBA trade deadline looms on Thursday, and Sacramento guard De’Aaron Fox is among the top names being discussed. If Fox is moved, Monk would certainly be expected to take on a greater role.

So maybe he’s just getting a bit of a head start.

In 13 games last month, Monk averaged 22.5 points on 17.5 field goal attempts. He cashed this bet 10 times.

Picks made at 12:50 p.m. ET on 02/01/2025.

Lakers vs. Knicks prop picks Feb. 1: Fade Reaves, ride with Christie

Lakers vs. Knicks prop picks

Saturday night’s marquee NBA matchup features the Los Angeles Lakers and New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden.

The pregame narrative: Most of my focus is on the Lakers’ backcourt, as I’m looking to fade Austin Reaves and take the over on a Max Christie prop. As for the Knicks, look for Karl-Anthony Towns to be a menace on the glass.

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Best bet: Reaves under 20.5 points (-104)

Reaves is a solid player who chips in on a nightly basis as a scorer, rebounder and passer. But in a less-than-favourable matchup, I think this line is a bit too high.

The Knicks, who sit in third in the Eastern Conference, are far from the best defensive team in the league. But they’re solid:

  • 8th in points allowed/game (110.8)
  • 13th in defensive rating (112.7)

Contrast that with the Washington Wizards, who Reaves saw two nights ago. The Wizards are dead-last in both opponent PPG and defensive rating … but the L.A. guard hardly capitalized. He had 17 points in 30 minutes.

Again, Reaves is a solid player, and he’s not slumping right now.

But for a guy averaging 18.2 PPG on the season, I don’t see a likely path to him going over 20.5 points on Saturday. Especially since he’s accomplished less against lesser competition in recent matchups.

So far on this East Coast swing, Reaves has 17 or fewer points against all three opponents: the Wizards, 76ers and Hornets.

Key stat: Reaves has gone under 20.5 points in 11 of his past 14 games — including six of seven road games.

Quick picks

Christie 2+ threes (-137): Part of my reasoning to fade Reaves tonight is that Christie has commandeered some of the 3-point looks that might otherwise go Reaves’ way.

Look at how Christie’s involvement with the Lakers took off last month:

  • Pre-January (31 games): 22.0 minutes, 7.1 PPG, 2.6 3PA
  • January (14 games): 31.4 minutes, 11.0 PPG, 5.6 3PA

The third-year guard more than doubled his 3-point shot volume last month and cashed in at a 39.2% clip.

Christie has gone over 1.5 threes in eight of his past 10 games. Now he faces a Knicks squad that allows the highest 3PT% in the league (37.7).

Towns 14+ rebounds (-118): This is one of my three favourite prop bets from around the league on Saturday, as I wrote about here.

Towns’ shooting numbers have taken a hit since his return from a thumb injury. He’s averaging 18.8 points while shooting 16.7% from 3-point range in his past five games.

Fortunately for him, tonight’s matchup looks like a good time to hang out around the rim and get paid as a board man.

Anthony Davis is out for the Lakers, which means KAT will primarily duke it out down low with Jaxson Hayes. Towns has nearly 30 pounds on Hayes, which should help.

Keep in mind that Towns averages 13.7 rebounds as it is, so this line is reasonable on an average night. In January, the Knicks’ centre averaged 14.4 RPG in 12 games.

Picks made at 10:27 a.m. ET 02/01/2025.

Best NBA prop bets Feb. 1: Edwards, Monk and Towns should build off strong January results

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I’m targeting overs on Anthony Edwards, Karl-Anthony Towns and Malik Monk for Saturday’s NBA action.

The pregame narrative: All three hoopers are coming off a great month and are worth at least a look as the calendar flips to February. In Edwards’ case, the sky should be the limit in an ideal matchup.

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Best bet: Anthony Edwards 30+ points (-113)

January was a remarkable month for Edwards, and I expect him to continue rolling from the outset in February.

Last month, the all-star shooting guard averaged 30.3 points while shooting 43.9% from 3-point range. Minnesota is now riding a five-game win streak, which matches the longest active streak in the NBA.

Edwards and the T-Wolves should keep the good times rolling tonight against the Wizards, who are the laughingstock of the league.

Washington has lost 16 in a row dating back to Jan. 3, and the team allows the most points per game (122.2).

Also, the Wizards allow the fourth-most PPG to opposing shooting guards, per Betting Pros.

There’s plenty of blowout potential in this matchup — Minnesota is a 16-point home favourite — but I’m not overly concerned. Edwards has played 30-plus minutes in 44 of 48 games this year, so it’s not like the T-Wolves have made a habit of pulling him in lopsided matchups.

And if it does turn into a rout, Edwards should be the main reason why.

Key stat: Edwards has 30-plus points in nine of his past 15 games.

Quick picks

Monk 20+ points (-103): The Kings have three players averaging at least 20 points, and Monk isn’t one of them.

But he was heavily involved in January, and that might be a sign of things to come on a team that’s reaching a crossroads.

The NBA trade deadline looms on Thursday, and Sacramento guard De’Aaron Fox is among the top names being discussed. If Fox is moved, Monk would certainly be expected to take on a greater role.

So maybe he’s just getting a bit of a head start.

In 13 games last month, Monk averaged 22.5 points on 17.5 field goal attempts. He cashed this bet 10 times.

Towns 14+ rebounds (-118): A couple of weeks ago, Towns suffered a thumb injury and missed a couple of matchups. He’s played five games since then, but his shooting hasn’t returned to form:

  • 18.8 PPG
  • 45.8 FG%
  • 16.7 3PT%

Keep in mind that Towns is averaging 24.6 PPG this season on 54.0% shooting (42.4% from deep).

A five-game sample isn’t enough to cause alarm, but it might be best for Towns to hang closer to the basket tonight. And with Anthony Davis ruled out for the Lakers on the other side, it makes even more sense.

Without Davis, the Lakers will likely roll with Jaxson Hayes at centre. Towns, who averages 13.7 RPG as it is, has almost 30 pounds on Hayes.

In January, Towns averaged 14.4 rebounds in 12 games. This is an attainable number for him, especially under the circumstances.

Picks made at 9:15 a.m. ET on 02/01/2025.

Bucks vs. Spurs prop picks Jan. 31: Fade Victor Wembanyama and Khris Middleton

Bucks vs. Spurs prop picks

Two of the most talented bigs in the NBA — Victor Wembanyama and Giannis Antetokounmpo — will share the court tonight as the San Antonio Spurs host the Milwaukee Bucks.

The pregame narrative: Wembanyama is blossoming into a superstar, but there are still justifiable reasons to bet the under on his prop markets. I’m backing a Wemby under tonight, along with predictions for Khris Middleton and Harrison Barnes.

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Best bet: Wembanyama under 15.5 rebounds/assists (-112)

In practically every way, Wembanyama’s sophomore season has been an improvement over a remarkable Rookie of the Year campaign.

He’s playing more minutes. He’s shooting more efficiently. And his rebounding and steals numbers are up, while his turnover numbers are down.

But even with all of that said, I can’t automatically select overs on Wembanyama whenever I peruse his prop markets. Some lines are a bit too lofty, and this is one of them.

  • Wembanyama has 10+ rebounds in six straight games, which is his longest streak of the season. Even so, he only went over 15.5 rebounds/assists twice in those matchups.
  • He’s hit this under in 12/18 games since Dec. 19.
  • On the season, Wembanyama is averaging 14.5 reb/ast.

In the first week of January, Wembanyama had 41 rebounds in a two-game span. So it’s possible that he goes nuclear on the boards and ruins my bet that way.

But I don’t see it against the Milwaukee Bucks, who allow the 10th-fewest rebounds to opposing centres, per Betting Pros.

Milwaukee also allows the fifth-fewest assists to centres.

Key stat: Wemby has gone under 15.5 RA in both career games against the Bucks. That includes a matchup on Jan. 8 (10 rebounds, one assist).

Quick picks

Middleton under 11.5 points (-112): As recently as the 2021-22 season, Middleton was an all-star averaging 20.1 PPG.

His numbers dipped a bit in the two seasons that followed, and now he’s out of the starting lineup while averaging his lowest scoring total since his rookie year (11.9 PPG).

Middleton has played nine consecutive games off the bench, averaging just 10.8 PPG in that span — despite a blistering 55.1% FG rate. He’s been held scoreless in two of his past three.

I can’t trust this guy right now, and certainly not in this matchup. The Spurs, who held Middleton to eight points earlier this month, allow the fourth-fewest points to opposing small forwards.

Barnes over 1.5 threes (-134): I was originally eyeing the over on Barnes’ points prop (12.5), but I think this is a simpler way to back a guy who’s been ultra-efficient from deep recently.

  • Over his past 13 games, Barnes is shooting 44.8% from 3-point range, averaging 2.0 makes.
  • He’s canned 2+ threes in three straight games, as well as 8/13 since Dec. 29.

Barnes went over 1.5 threes when he faced the Spurs earlier this month, and he deserves enough looks to hit the over again.

San Antonio allows the 11th-most made 3s in the NBA.

Picks made at 9:30 a.m. ET 01/16/2025.

Suns vs. Warriors same-game parlay predictions Jan. 31: Ride with Golden State to cover, Curry to collect rebounds

Suns vs. Warriors predictions

Coming off their best win of the season, the Golden State Warriors host the Phoenix Suns in a late-night matchup on Friday.

The pregame narrative: Golden State and Phoenix are both in the play-in tournament zone, so this is an important game. The Warriors are worth backing on an alt spread, and I’ll group that with props on Devin Booker and Steph Curry for a +285 ticket.

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Parlay: Warriors +4.5 | Booker 25+ points | Curry 4+ rebounds (+285)

Warriors +4.5 (-162): Phoenix and Golden State have split their season series, 1-1, with both squads winning at home. I think an outright win for the Warriors is a reasonable straight bet tonight, but for the SGP I’ll add some cushion.

Golden State is coming off a top-of-the-resume win over the Oklahoma City Thunder, who lead by 14 after the first quarter on Wednesday night. Ultimately, the Warriors clawed back for a 116-109 victory at Chase Center.

That win was as surprising to me as it was impressive. But it gives me faith in Golden State to win (or at least lose close) tonight.

Phoenix has a -4.0 net rating on the road this year, as well as a 9-13 record.

Other SGP legs

Booker 25+ points (-177): Will Booker play harder after being what some consider a snub for this year’s all-star game?

Probably not, but he’s playing well enough as it is for me to back him at this milestone anyhow.

  • Booker is averaging 25.5 PPG.
  • He has 25+ points in 23/41 games (56.1%).
  • Against the Warriors, he has 25+ points in eight straight games (dating back to the 2022-23 season).

He also seems to be doing his best work in road arenas right now. In his past six games as a visitor, Booker has hit the 30-point mark five times.

Curry 4+ rebounds (-210): Curry has taken a step back as a rebounder in the past handful of games, but this is still a total he’s generally good for.

The veteran guard is averaging 4.7 rebounds and has cashed this bet in 24 of 38 games (63.2%).

Though he’s had fewer than four rebounds in four of his past five, the Suns are a plus matchup that should get him right.

Phoenix has the 10th-lowest rebounding rate (49.3%) and allows the seventh-most rebounds to opposing point guards (6.5), per Betting Pros.

Also, Curry has cashed this bet in four straight games against Phoenix, grabbing 13 boards in two games this year.

Picks made at 1:00 p.m. on 01/31/25.

Bulls vs. Raptors same-game parlay predictions Jan. 31: Back the Raptors to defeat the Bulls on Friday

Bulls vs. Raptors predictions

The Toronto Raptors look to grab a six-game win streak on Friday when they host the Chicago Bulls.

The pregame narrative: The surging Raptors are playing like a playoff-calibre team, and I say they keep their win streak alive with a home victory. To round out the SGP, I have props on Scottie Barnes and Josh Giddey.

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Parlay: Raptors moneyline + Barnes over 19.5 points + Giddey under 12.5 points (+285)

Raptors moneyline (-167): As hard as it is to believe, the Raptors are currently the hottest team in the league, largely thanks to their stellar defensive play.

Here are their stats in the last three weeks:

  • 2nd in defensive rating (105.2)
  • 2nd in opponent FG% (43.9)
  • 6th in plus-minus (+7.1)

Meanwhile, the Bulls are enduring their roughest stretch of the season, having won just three of their last 12 games. And they’ll be without Zach Lavine due to personal matters.

This is a revenge spot for the Raps, who fell 122-121 in the first matchup in December while missing Scottie Barnes and Immanuel Quickley.

They also play their best ball at home, with an 11-13 record, compared to a 4-19 record on the road.

Other SGP legs

Barnes over 19.5 points (-215): Barnes is the driving force behind the Raptors’ surprising turnaround.

I don’t expect the star forward to slow down against a below-average Bulls defence.

  • Chicago allows a league-worst 55.9 PPG in the paint, an area where Barnes thrives.
  • Power forwards are averaging 24.6 PPG against the Bulls, per Fantasy Pros.

He’s scored 20+ points in each of his last four games. And the potential return of Quickley in the lineup only gives Barnes more scoring opportunities.

Giddey under 12.5 points (-105): Even with LaVine out in the last game, Giddey barely saw an increase in his shooting rate.

Although the Aussie guard has elevated his game as a playmaker, he remains an inefficient shooter and isn’t trusted to take on a bigger scoring role.

  • Giddey is averaging a career-low 9.9 shot attempts per game in his first season with Chicago.
  • On the road, he is averaging just 10.4 PPG in 21 games.

Giddey remains the fourth or fifth scoring option, behind Nikola Vucevic, Coby White and Ayo Dosunmu.

Moreover, he’s failed to exceed 12.5 points in 11 of his last 13 games.

Picks made at 10:54 a.m. on 01/31/25.

Best NBA prop bets Jan. 31: Back Kevin Durant, Norman Powell on Friday

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A future Hall of Famer and an all-star snub headline Friday’s NBA prop bets.

The pregame narrative: Kevin Durant should have no trouble filling the basket against his former team, the Golden State Warriors. Elsewhere, I like Norman Powell to produce in Charlotte.

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Best bet: Durant over 25.5 points (-108): Father Time is undefeated but Durant is giving him the business right now.

The 36-year-old averages 27.3 points per game (fifth-most in the NBA) with a 29.7% usage rate. The latter ranks 18th, ahead of players like Jokic, Jayson Tatum and Jalen Brunson.

He’s playing a ton. He’s shooting a ton. And he’s making a ton — that’s what any overs bettor wants to see.

And now Durant gets to go up against a Golden State Warriors team with the second-worst mid-range defence in the league (46.7 FG% allowed), according to Cleaning the Glass.

Key stat: KD takes 57% of his shots from that area of the court, which ranks in the 100th percentile of all NBA players.

Quick pick

Powell over 21.5 points (-125): Powell should be playing in this year’s all-star game.

The veteran guard is averaging a career-best 24.0 PPG with 49.4/43.5/84.6 shooting splits. He’s the main reason the Los Angeles Clippers remained competitive with Kawhi Leonard sidelined and has kept scoring since the Klaw returned.

Powell has scored at least 20 points in eight of nine games with Leonard, clearing this mark five times.

He’s still attempting 16.3 shots per game with Leonard in the lineup (17.0 without), which gives us a solid floor to work with.

The Charlotte Hornets have done well to limit shooting guards this year but Powell is playing with a chip on his shoulder and I expect another strong night.

He’s cleared this mark in 10 of his last 11 games.

Picks made at 9:15 a.m. ET on 01/31/2025.