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Magic vs. Bucks: NBA First Basket Scorer Odds, Picks & Predictions (Monday)

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After what I hope was a solid weekend for everyone, let’s start the week right by winning some money in first-basket bets. As always, there is a lot of variability when it comes to betting on the first basket but keep in mind, these bets are to maximize your profit in the long run.

Here are my favorite first-basket options for tonight’s slate. And let’s take a closer look at Magic vs. Bucks.

Odds via FanDuel Sportsbook.

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Magic vs. Bucks: NBA First Basket Scorer Odds, Picks & Predictions (Monday)

Jrue Holiday (+500)

Brook Lopez is an opening tip machine, winning at a 76 percent clip with Milwaukee converting 62 percent of the time. If you want to bet someone in this game, pick a Milwaukee Buck. My choice – Jrue Holiday. 

The Bucks score the first basket from the point guard position at a 38 percent clip. Especially with a number of Milwaukee starters questionable or coming off an injury, Holiday should be set as a go-to guy early. 

Orlando is a solid first-tip-winning team with Bol Bol but Milwaukee’s second-ranked defense can step up if needed for the first possession. Even at +500, I feel that Holiday offers solid value.  

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All opening tip and first basket data courtesy of NBA First Basket (@NBAFirstBasket)

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