NBA First Basket Scorer Betting Picks & Predictions for Wednesday: 76ers vs. Raptors (10/26)
There are plenty of basketball games to bet on tonight. If you’re looking for that quick-hitter where you only need to sweat things out for about a minute, this is the article for you.
I’ve got some exciting options for players to score the game’s first basket. And here’s a deeper look at 76ers vs. Raptors.
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Top NBA First Basket Odds, Picks & Predictions: 76ers vs. Raptors
Joel Embiid
Embiid is one of the most consistent first-basket scorers in the NBA. The 76ers feed him early and try to get Embiid comfortable right after the tip.
Even at +340, there’s value for Embiid to score the first basket. Other books are as low as +300 for Embiid to score first. In his most recent game with the Sixers, Embiid only took 13 shots. He found a way to get to the foul line often.
But look for his volume to shoot up in a projected close game against the Raptors. In his previous two games today, he was looking for his shot much more, taking over 20 shots in each of those games.
I took a couple of long shots above. I’ll ride Embiid as my other option, knowing he’s usually taking that first shot for the Sixers.
Bet: Joel Embiid (+340 at FanDuel)
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