Celtics vs. Mavericks: NBA First Basket Scorer Player Prop Picks & Predictions (Thursday)
There are only four games on tonight’s NBA slate. However, two of those games will be featured on TNT’s doubleheader. Every spread is six points or fewer. Therefore, we should get quality action with the four games on the slate.
Either way, I’ll be looking to bet on the first basket market tonight. And here’s a closer look at Celtics vs. Mavericks.
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Top NBA First Basket Scorer Odds, Picks & Predictions: Celtics vs. Mavericks
The Celtics and Mavericks played earlier this season. Luka Doncic scored first in that game. However, Dallas is usually pretty poor at earning the tip and scoring first.
The Mavericks have won the tip 39% of the time this year and have scored the first basket 37% of the time. Meanwhile, the Celtics have won the tip 45% of the time with 47% of first baskets.
If you like the Mavericks to get the ball first, take Doncic. But I don’t. I like Boston’s chances. Jayson Tatum has taken seven first shots and has eight first baskets for the Celtics this season. Other stars, like Jaylen Brown, have a ton of first shots but only a couple of makes.
Tatum is the most consistent Celtic in this market.
Bet: Jayson Tatum (+500)
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