NBA Betting Odds 1/29/21: Best Player Prop for Each Game

With only eight teams playing on Thursday night, we move on to Friday night’s 10 scheduled games. Featuring many talented players, it’s difficult to choose the best player props for all of the games. Whether that’s choosing between scoring, assists, rebounds, or all three combined, there are many different combinations to choose from. In this article, we dive into all nine matchups and the best player prop odds for each game.

Indiana Pacers @ Charlotte Hornets 7:00 PM

Pacers: Sabonis OVER 11.5 Rebounds (-175)

Consistent all year on the glass, Sabonis has been one of the NBA’s best rebounders this year, averaging 12.3 rebounds per game. Over his last 10 games, Sabonis finished with less than 10 rebounds only once, in a game where he was limited to only 10 minutes due to a knee injury. Posting a triple-double in their last matchup Wednesday night, don’t be surprised to see Sabonis aggressive on the boards Friday night grabbing over 12.5 rebounds.

Atlanta Hawks @ Washington Wizards 7:00 PM

Hawks: Trae Young OVER 27.5 (-110)

There is always the option of choosing the 3-point prop for Trae Young as he’s been lethal from deep all year, but the scoring total is the safest bet here. Young has had two disappointing scoring totals in his last 10 games, but that shouldn’t scare you away from counting on Trae to go over the spread in this one. The Wizards have one of the worst defenses in the league, so there will be plenty of opportunities for Young to score.

Milwaukee Bucks @ New Orleans Pelicans 7:30 PM

Bucks: Giannis OVER 6.5 assists (+110)

Although he posted only three assists in a loss against the Lakers, expect Giannis to be a facilitator in this game. He’s dished out at least eight assists over his last two games, and is averaging 5.6 assists on the season. Jrue Holiday has the potential to distribute as well, but I’m expecting Giannis to be more of a passer in this one, especially if the Pelicans keep the Bucks in the half-court. Giannis is always a triple-double threat so don’t count that out either.

Cleveland Cavaliers @ New York Knicks 7:30 PM

Knicks: Julius Randle OVER 22.5 points (-110)

Julius Randle has been a vital part of the Knicks’ success this season and that could continue tonight. As one of the team’s best scoring options, Randle has been dominant against the Cavs, racking up at least 28 points in their last two meetings. He’s also scored over 22.5 points 52.6% of the time this season, so I like the odds of him repeating that success tonight.

Sacramento Kings @ Toronto Raptors 7:30 PM

Toronto Raptors’ Pascal Siakam. Photo credit/ Jeff Chiu/Associated Press

Raptors: Pascal Siakam OVER 3.5 assists( -169)

While we could have chosen Siakam’s scoring prop here, his assist numbers are too consistent to ignore. Finishing with at least five assists per game against the Kings in their last three meetings, expect Siakam to repeat that tonight. He’s dished out at least three assists over his past six games, so it’s not a stretch to expect Siakam to go over the spread, especially considering his 4.5 assist average on the year.

Los Angeles Clippers @ Orlando Magic 8:00 PM

Orlando Magic’s Nikola Vucevic. Photo credit: David Zalubowski/Associated Press

Magic: Nikola Vucevic over 22.5 points (-110)

Vucevic has quietly been the Magic’s best scorer at 23.6 points per game, and that should continue tonight. He’s scored over 22.5 points in eight of his last 10 games, including 24 plus point performances eight times during that stretch. Vucevic is more than capable of scoring over the that spread against Serge Ibaka and Ivica Zubac.

Philadelphia 76ers @ Minnesota Timberwolves 8:00 PM

Philadelphia 76ers’ Tobias Harris. Photo credit: Chris Szagola/Associated Press

76ers: Tobias Harris over 20.5 points (+105)

Even with Joel Embiid in the lineup, Tobias Harris will have to carry the load for the 76ers. Especially considering Karl Anthony Towns will be out, Harris could be in store for a big game scoring. Finishing over the spread in four of his past five games, Harris has potential to score over 20 especially with Embiid being out. He’s scored at least 21 points in six of his last 10 games as well, so there’s definitely potential for Harris to have a big game. He’s been a solid contributor this season and likely a focal point on offense, expect him to score in the mid-late 20s’ in this game.

Brooklyn Nets@ Oklahoma City Thunder 8:00 PM

Brooklyn Nets’ James Harden. Photo credit: Getty Images.

Nets: James Harden Over 10.5 assists(+119)

Since joining the Nets, Harden has been an all-around offensive threat. With Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving, he’s been one of their best facilitators. Expect him to continue that tonight finishing with at least 11 assists. He’s done that in six out of his last seven games so it’s not so far fetched. Going against the spread is always difficult, but considering the Nets’ talent and Harden’s recent play betting over 10.5 assists is a solid play.

Denver Nuggets @ San Antonio Spurs 8:30 PM

Denver Nuggets’ Nikola Jokic. Photo credit: Bart Young/NBAE via Getty Images

Nuggets: Nikola Jokic under 8.5 assists (-134)

It’s difficult to bet against Jokic, who has been a triple-double machine this season, but Jokic could easily finish with under 8.5 assists. Over his past five games, Jokic has failed to top that number, and that could continue tonight. With Jamal Murray running point, he can take away some assists from Jokic. There is some risk betting against Jokic’s assist numbers considering his passing ability, but stick with his recent performances.

Dallas Mavericks @ Utah Jazz 10:00 PM

Dallas Mavericks’ Kristaps Porzingis. Photo credit: Jerome Miron

Kristaps Porzingis over 13.5 points(-125)

When healthy Porzingis has proven to be a reliable scorer with Luka Doncic in the pick-and-roll. That could easily happen again tonight against the shorthanded Jazz who will be without Donovan Mitchell. Porzingis hasn’t scored less than 15 points all season, so this should be a safe bet. The Mavericks rely on him for a lot of their offense as well so it’s hard to see Porzingis scoring under 14 points in this one, even if he has a slow start.

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