NBA Player Props Tonight | Best Bets & Prop Picks for Saturday, Jan. 3
My NBA player props tonight feature the best ways to attack tonight's NBA TV tripleheader.
My NBA best bets for tonight focus on Joel Embiid, James Harden, and more.
🏀 NBA player props today: Jan. 3
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| Player | Prop bet | Best odds | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Joel Embiid, C, 76ers | Over 3.5 assists | -128 via DraftKings | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| Davion Mitchell, G, Heat | Over 6.5 assists | -132 via FanDuel | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| James Harden, G, Clippers | Under 29.5 points + rebounds | -115 via bet365 | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| Brice Sensabaugh, F, Jazz | Over 13.5 points | -114 via FanDuel | ⭐⭐⭐ |
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Joel Embiid Over 3.5 assists (-128) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
For the second time this week, Embiid is featured as my best bet in this column. That’s because Embiid has quietly rounded into form in recent weeks, recording 14 assists on 24 potential dimes over the past two games.
When Embiid is at his best, the offense is running through him, and he’s picking up assists. He averaged more than four assists per game the past four years. Embiid has recorded at least four dimes in three of his previous four matchups.
I don’t think the market has fully caught on to Embiid’s recent usage.
🏀 76ers vs. Knicks player props tonight!
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Davion Mitchell Over 6.5 assists (-132) ⭐⭐⭐⭐
The Miami Heat are getting the most out of guard Davion Mitchell in this offensive system. He’s averaging 7.4 assists on 12.5 potential dimes and 58.6 passes per game.
In his toughest matchup of the year last time out (against the Detroit Pistons), Mitchell dished 11 assists on 18 potential dimes. He’s now recorded at least seven assists in 11 of his previous 14 games and 19 of his 30 contests for the year.
This line is as high as 7.5 at BetMGM, so I’ll grab FanDuel’s price tag to win $7.58 on a $10 wager.
James Harden Under 29.5 points + rebounds (-115) ⭐⭐⭐⭐
With Ivica Zubac back for the Los Angeles Clippers, I’m projecting a slight decrease in usage for Harden. He’s already struggled to grab boards, finishing Under his rebound line (4.5) in eight straight games.
As for his scoring production, the Boston Celtics are equipped to slow him down. They rank 10th in defending isolation. According to Props Madness, Harden averages 10.6 points from isolation alone.
Since Dec. 1, Harden has failed to clear this combo line in seven of his 12 games. I like his chances of finishing below this mark.
💸 Celtics vs. Clippers player props tonight!
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Brice Sensabaugh Over 13.5 points (-114) ⭐⭐⭐
Utah Jazz forward Brice Sensabaugh has two 20-point performances in his last four matchups. His most recent one (Jan. 1) came while playing without Keyonte George and Lauri Markkanen, who remain questionable for Saturday’s contest against the Golden State Warriors.
Sensabaugh’s scoring total closed at 19.5 after George and Markkanen were ruled out. I expect this line to climb if at least one player can’t go tonight. But even if they are in, rookie forward Ace Bailey is out.
I like Sensabaugh’s chances of clearing this total for the Jazz, winning $8.77 on a $10 bet.
🎟️ Most-bet NBA players props tonight
Betting insights via BetMGM.
1. Kon Knueppel, Hornets: Over 18.5 points (-135)
2. Tyrese Maxey, 76ers: Over 39.5 points + rebounds + assists (-120)
3. Kevin Huerter, Bulls: Over 3.5 rebounds (-120)
4. RJ Barrett, Raptors: Under 23.5 points + rebounds + assists (+105)
5. Amen Thompson, Rockets: Over 23.5 points + rebounds (-135)
🚀 Best NBA parlay picks today
- Joel Embiid Over 3.5 assists (-144) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
- Davion Mitchell Over 6.5 assists (-132) ⭐⭐⭐⭐
- James Harden Under 28.5 points + rebounds (-114) ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Best odds: +459 via FanDuel ($10 to win $45.90)
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