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Heat vs. Rockets: NBA First Basket Betting Odds, Picks & Predictions (Thursday)

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There are only four games on tonight’s NBA slate. Therefore, we’ve only got four games to choose from to find the first basket scorers tonight.

I’ve reviewed all the data and found my most confident long-shot first-basket plays for tonight. And here’s a closer look at Heat vs. Rockets.

(Odds courtesy of DraftKings Sportsbook)

Top NBA First Basket Betting Odds, Picks & Predictions: Heat vs. Rockets

The Heat and Rockets haven’t done well in this season’s first-basket market. The Heat have only hit 31% of first baskets, while the Rockets have nailed only 37% of first baskets.

The Heat have won the tip 48% of games this season, while the Rockets are stuck at 33%. The Heat have also taken 12 first shots this season, while the Rockets have settled for only 10 first shots.

With that said, I’ll rock with the Heat to score first. Bam Adebayo has nailed four first baskets on four first shots. The Heat have emphasized getting him the ball early in games, and he’s been the most consistent producer.

But he’s not going to be playing. The next in line would be Kyle Lowry. But guess what? He’s also not playing. Therefore, I’d like to believe that Tyler Herro will be more of a contributor as a starter. I’ll back Herro to score first.

Bet: Tyler Herro (+500)

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