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NBA Player Props Bet Picks & Predictions: Thursday (12/7)

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While I may have cooled off a bit of late, it has still been an incredibly successful NBA betting season, and I plan on continuing that trend tonight.

After a thrilling 11-game slate yesterday, we have a nice, relaxing two-game slate. While there isn't as much excitement tonight, be sure to keep up with who is playing and who is not because there is bound to be some great value before the tip-off of these NBA In-Season Tournament semi-final matchups.

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Thursday’s Best NBA Player Prop Bets

Odds courtesy of FanDuel Sportsbook | Last Time: 3-3 | Season: 45-28

CJ McCollum Over 9.5 Reb + Ast (+112)

While betting on points is without a doubt a more exciting prop to bet on, the rebounds and assist combo is the value offered here, especially at plus odds.

After missing 12 games, CJ McCollum has returned with eight and seven assists in each of his last two games. The increase in the pace of play for the Pelicans, and both teams owning solid defenses, will lead to plenty of rebound opportunities. New Orleans also ranks as the third-best rebounding team in the league.

I also love how McCollum is projected 11 rebounds + assists on the combo prop from the BettingPros Prop Bet Cheat Sheet. The sheet is my favorite tool for all my betting needs and is a great resource for the NBA and other sports.    

Khris Middleton Over 18.5 Pts + Ast (-125)

With a total of 254.5 in the Indiana-Milwaukee game, I'm finding whatever over prop bets I can get. It may be tempting to seek out Damian Lillard, Giannis Antetokounmpo or Tyrese Haliburton, but the value sits with Kris Middleton.

The Pacers have allowed the fifth-most points per game to opposing forwards, and they will have their hands full with Milwaukee's offense. 

Indiana has been surprising, but the team still ranks 29th in defense. Middleton is due for an increase in minutes, scoring and assists in this NBA In-Season Tournament semi-final. This is a perfect time for those numbers to start ticking up, and I am jumping on board.

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