The NBA Playoffs begin today with 4 series tipping off. I had plenty of success during the play-in games, hitting the first basket scorer props in 3 of the 4 games, including a +1100 selection in the Chicago Bulls and Toronto Raptors game.
Let’s keep that momentum going tonight with the playoffs starting for real. You can read all of our NBA predictions for today’s games but now let’s dive into my favourite first-basket scorer props.
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Nets vs 76ers first basket best bet: Joel Embiid (+280)
Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid has come up against Nic Claxton on 2 occasions this season, with the pair splitting winning the opening tip. With Embiid having the height and wingspan advantage, he should be favoured to gain the ball first today. Do not be surprised to see the 76ers go to him first too. He has a massive bulk advantage over anyone on the Brooklyn Nets roster and should have a mismatch in the low block. The team have made an emphasis of establishing him early as well. Embiid has scored the team’s first points in 3 of his last 7 games. If he can dominate from the beginning, the Nets will be forced to send help his way, creating space for his teammates. Do not be surprised to see the MVP candidate set the tone early.