NBA Playoffs First Basket Scorer Odds & Picks: Sunday (4/28)
We have a great slate and some important games in the quarter-finals. Let’s look at some fantastic First Basket props for this Sunday, April 28.
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Sunday's NBA First Basket Scorer Best Bets
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New York Knicks vs. Philadelphia 76ers
The controversial ending to Game 2 could have a significant impact because the 76ers could have the 2-1 series lead. When figuring out the first basket in a playoff series, you have to look at the history. The Knicks have been able to win the tip-off in two of the three games and get a first basket on their first possession. Josh Hart has been getting the majority of the first basket attempts for the Knicks recently, including in Game 1.
Los Angeles Clippers vs. Dallas Mavericks
The Clippers won the first game, but the momentum quickly shifted, with Dallas dominating the last two. Maybe there’s a correlation, but they have also scored the first basket in the last two games. Luka Doncic controls the ball, but he’s deferred the first points, and one of them was to Daniel Gafford. The Mavericks have been going to the front court to look for the quick basket, so Gafford could get another one.
Pick: Daniel Gafford (+550)
Milwaukee Bucks vs. Indiana Pacers
The Pacers played a thrilling game at home, and now they have a 2-1 series. The Bucks’ defense played well that first game, but they've now allowed 120 points in the last two games. The Bucks will now be missing Giannis Antetokounmpo and Damian Lillard. This could be the end of their season without their two best players. Without Lillard, Tyrese Halliburton could have a monster game, starting with the first points.
Pick: Tyrese Halliburton (+1100)
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