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NBA Basketball Predictions: Props, First Basket and Scores for Wednesday January 18, 2023
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Hawks vs. Mavericks Predictions
Dimers.com's predicted final score for Atlanta vs. Dallas at American Airlines Center on Wednesday has the Mavericks winning 117-114.
According to our predictive analytics model, the Mavericks (-2.5) are a 52% chance of covering the spread, while the Over/Under total of 233.5 points is a 53% chance of going Under.
Trae Young is expected to lead the way for the Hawks with 28 points, 3 rebounds and 9 assists, while Luka Doncic is projected to finish with 32 points, 9 rebounds and 9 assists for the Mavericks.
We expect the first basket to be scored by Luka Doncic who is a 17.64% chance.
Hawks Predicted Box Scores
| PLAYER | PTS | REBS | AST |
| Trae Young | 28 | 3 | 9 |
| Dejounte Murray | 20 | 5 | 5 |
| De'Andre Hunter | 16 | 5 | 1 |
| John Collins | 15 | 9 | 1 |
| Bogdan Bogdanovic | 15 | 4 | 2 |
Hawks Player Trends
John Collins has collected more than 7.5 rebounds in 9 of his last 14 appearances.
Dejounte Murray has collected fewer than 5.5 rebounds in 14 of his last 21 appearances.
Mavericks Predicted Box Scores
| PLAYER | PTS | REBS | AST |
| Luka Doncic | 32 | 9 | 9 |
| Christian Wood | 21 | 10 | 2 |
| Spencer Dinwiddie | 16 | 3 | 5 |
| Jaden Hardy | 8 | 1 | 1 |
| Reggie Bullock | 8 | 4 | 1 |
Mavericks Player Trends
Spencer Dinwiddie has recorded fewer than 5.5 assists in 8 of his last 11 appearances.
Christian Wood has collected fewer than 9.5 rebounds in 7 of his last 11 appearances.
MORE: Hawks vs. Mavericks predictions and best bets
Wizards vs. Knicks Predictions
Dimers.com's predicted final score for Washington vs. New York at Madison Square Garden on Wednesday has the Knicks winning 114-109.
According to our predictive analytics model, the Wizards (+6) are a 53% chance of covering the spread, while the 222.5-point Over/Under is a 51% chance of going Over.
Kristaps Porzingis is expected to lead the Wizards with 24 points, 9 rebounds and 2 assists, while Julius Randle is projected to have 27 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists for the Knicks.
While we expect the first basket to be scored by Jalen Brunson, who is a 14.61% chance.
Wizards Predicted Box Scores
| PLAYER | PTS | REBS | AST |
| Kristaps Porzingis | 24 | 9 | 2 |
| Kyle Kuzma | 22 | 7 | 4 |
| Bradley Beal | 21 | 4 | 6 |
| Rui Hachimura | 12 | 4 | 1 |
| Daniel Gafford | 12 | 7 | 1 |
Wizards Player Trends
Kyle Kuzma has scored fewer than 22.5 points in 7 of his last 10 appearances.
Kristaps Porzingis has collected more than 8.5 rebounds in 13 of his last 19 appearances.
Knicks Predicted Box Scores
| PLAYER | PTS | REBS | AST |
| Julius Randle | 27 | 11 | 4 |
| Jalen Brunson | 25 | 4 | 7 |
| RJ Barrett | 23 | 7 | 3 |
| Immanuel Quickley | 13 | 4 | 3 |
| Quentin Grimes | 11 | 4 | 2 |
Knicks Player Trends
Jalen Brunson has scored fewer than 27.5 points in 15 of his last 21 appearances.
RJ Barrett has collected more than 5.5 rebounds in 10 of his last 17 appearances.
MORE: Wizards vs. Knicks predictions and best bets
Pacers vs. Thunder Predictions
Dimers.com's predicted final score for Indiana vs. Oklahoma City at Paycom Center on Wednesday has the Thunder prevailing 121-116.
According to our predictive analytics model, the Pacers (+3.5) are a 51% chance of covering the spread, while the Over/Under total of 238.5 points is a 52% chance of going Under.
Buddy Hield is expected to lead the Pacers with 20 points, 6 rebounds and 3 assists, while Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is projected to have 35 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists for the Thunder.
While we expect the first basket to be scored by Myles Turner, who is a 13.32% chance.
Pacers Predicted Box Scores
| PLAYER | PTS | REBS | AST |
| Buddy Hield | 20 | 6 | 3 |
| Bennedict Mathurin | 19 | 5 | 1 |
| Myles Turner | 17 | 8 | 1 |
| Aaron Nesmith | 11 | 4 | 1 |
| T.J. McConnell | 10 | 4 | 7 |
Pacers Player Trends
Buddy Hield has recorded fewer than 3.5 assists in 15 of his last 23 appearances.
Aaron Nesmith has collected more than 4.5 rebounds in 7 of his last 10 appearances.
Thunder Predicted Box Scores
| PLAYER | PTS | REBS | AST |
| Shai Gilgeous-Alexander | 35 | 5 | 6 |
| Josh Giddey | 18 | 9 | 6 |
| Luguentz Dort | 15 | 4 | 3 |
| Jalen Williams | 13 | 4 | 3 |
| Isaiah Joe | 10 | 3 | 2 |
Thunder Player Trends
Josh Giddey has recorded fewer than 6.5 assists in 15 of his last 22 appearances.
Luguentz Dort has scored fewer than 15.5 points in 16 of his last 25 appearances.
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Heat vs. Pelicans Predictions
Dimers.com's predicted final score for Miami vs. New Orleans at Smoothie King Center on Wednesday has the Heat winning 111-108.
According to our predictive analytics model, the bookies have got it right and both the Heat and Pelicans are a 50% chance of covering the spread, while the 218.5-point Over/Under is a 52% chance of going Over.
Bam Adebayo is expected to lead the Heat with 21 points, 9 rebounds and 3 assists, while CJ McCollum is projected to have 21 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists for the Pelicans.
While we expect the first basket to be scored by Bam Adebayo, who is a 15.00% chance.
Heat Predicted Box Scores
| PLAYER | PTS | REBS | AST |
| Bam Adebayo | 21 | 9 | 3 |
| Jimmy Butler | 21 | 5 | 4 |
| Tyler Herro | 20 | 5 | 4 |
| Victor Oladipo | 13 | 4 | 3 |
| Kyle Lowry | 11 | 3 | 5 |
Heats Player Trends
Jimmy Butler has recorded fewer than 4.5 assists in 9 of his last 12 appearances.
Tyler Herro has recorded more than 3.5 assists in 7 of his last 11 appearances.
Pelicans Predicted Box Scores
| PLAYER | PTS | REBS | AST |
| CJ McCollum | 21 | 4 | 7 |
| Trey Murphy | 15 | 4 | 2 |
| Naji Marshall | 15 | 5 | 4 |
| Jonas Valanciunas | 14 | 9 | 1 |
| Jose Alvarado | 11 | 3 | 4 |
Pelicans Player Trends
Jonas Valanciunas has scored fewer than 16.5 points in 16 of his last 22 appearances.
CJ McCollum has collected fewer than 4.5 rebounds in 8 of his last 10 appearances.
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Cavaliers vs. Grizzlies Predictions
Dimers.com's predicted final score for Cleveland vs. Memphis at FedExForum this Wednesday has the Grizzlies winning 117-110.
According to our predictive analytics model, the bookmakers have got it right and both the Cavaliers and Grizzlies are a 50% chance of covering the spread, while the Over/Under total of 227.5 points is a 51% chance of going Under.
Darius Garland is expected to lead the Cavaliers with 19 points, 3 rebounds and 8 assists, while Ja Morant is projected to finish with 27 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists for the Grizzlies.
While we expect the first basket to be scored by Ja Morant, who is a 15.3% chance.
Cavaliers Predicted Box Scores
| PLAYER | PTS | REBS | AST |
| Darius Garland | 19 | 3 | 8 |
| Jarrett Allen | 14 | 9 | 2 |
| Evan Mobley | 14 | 8 | 3 |
| Caris LeVert | 12 | 5 | 4 |
| Isaac Okoro | 9 | 4 | 1 |
Cavaliers Player Trends
Isaac Okoro has collected more than 3.5 rebounds in 5 of his last 10 appearances.
Darius Garland has scored fewer than 24.5 points in 23 of his last 25 appearances.
Grizzlies Predicted Box Scores
| PLAYER | PTS | REBS | AST |
| Ja Morant | 27 | 5 | 8 |
| Desmond Bane | 18 | 4 | 3 |
| Jaren Jackson | 17 | 7 | 1 |
| Dillon Brooks | 16 | 3 | 2 |
| Brandon Clarke | 10 | 5 | 1 |
Grizzlies Player Trends
Dillon Brooks has scored more than 13.5 points in 14 of his last 21 appearances.
Desmond Bane has scored fewer than 20.5 points in 8 of his last 11 appearances.
MORE: Cavaliers vs. Grizzlies predictions and best bets
Hornets vs. Rockets Predictions
Dimers.com's predicted final score for Charlotte vs. Houston at Toyota Center this Wednesday has the Hornets winning 119-116.
According to our predictive analytics model, the bookmakers have got it right and both the Hornets and Rockets are a 50% chance of covering the spread, while the Over/Under total of 237 points is a 53% chance of going Under.
LaMelo Ball is expected to step up for the Hornets with 31 points, 6 rebounds and 10 assists, while Jalen Green is projected to finish with 23 points, 4 rebounds and 4 assists for the Rockets.
Hornets Predicted Box Scores
| PLAYER | PTS | REBS | AST |
| LaMelo Ball | 31 | 8 | 1 |
| Terry Rozier | 24 | 5 | 6 |
| Jalen McDaniels | 17 | 6 | 2 |
| P.J. Washington | 15 | 5 | 3 |
| Mason Plumlee | 13 | 11 | 5 |
Hornets Player Trends
Jalen McDaniels has collected more than 5.5 rebounds in 7 of his last 11 appearances.
Terry Rozier has collected fewer than 4.5 rebounds in 10 of his last 13 appearances.
Rockets Predicted Box Scores
| PLAYER | PTS | REBS | AST |
| Jalen Green | 23 | 4 | 4 |
| Alperen Sengun | 19 | 1 | 5 |
| Kevin Porter | 18 | 5 | 5 |
| Jabari Smith | 13 | 7 | 1 |
| Kenyon Martin | 13 | 5 | 1 |
Rockets Player Trends
Jabari Smith Jr. has scored fewer than 13.5 points in 10 of his last 15 appearances.
Alperen Sengun has recorded more than 4.5 assists in 9 of his last 13 appearances.
MORE: Hornets vs. Rockets predictions and best bets
Clippers vs. Jazz Predictions
Dimers.com's predicted final score for LA Clippers vs. Utah at Vivint Arena on Wednesday has the Jazz winning 117-111.
According to our predictive analytics model, the bookmakers have got it right and both the Clippers and Jazz are a 50% chance of covering the spread, while the Over/Under total of 227.5 points is a 51% chance of going Over.
Norman Powell is expected to step up for the Clippers with 22 points, 4 rebounds and 2 assists, while Lauri Markkanen is projected to have 27 points, 8 rebounds and 2 assists for the Jazz.
While we expect the first basket to be scored by Lauri Markkanen, who is a 13.28% chance.
Clippers Predicted Box Scores
| PLAYER | PTS | REBS | AST |
| Norman Powell | 22 | 4 | 2 |
| Terance Mann | 16 | 6 | 4 |
| Ivica Zubac | 13 | 12 | 1 |
| Marcus Morris | 13 | 4 | 2 |
| Reggie Jackson | 11 | 2 | 3 |
Clippers Player Trends
There are no trends of note for the Los Angeles Clippers tonight.
Jazz Predicted Box Scores
| PLAYER | PTS | REBS | AST |
| Lauri Markkanen | 27 | 8 | 2 |
| Jordan Clarkson | 19 | 4 | 4 |
| Malik Beasley | 14 | 4 | 2 |
| Walker Kessler | 12 | 10 | 1 |
| Collin Sexton | 12 | 2 | 3 |
Jazz Player Trends
Lauri Markkanen has recorded fewer than 3.5 assists in 10 of his last 10 appearances.
Lauri Markkanen has scored more than 24.5 points in 9 of his last 10 appearances.
Lauri Markkanen has collected more than 7.5 rebounds in 8 of his last 10 appearances.
Jordan Clarkson has collected fewer than 4.5 rebounds in 15 of his last 23 appearances.
MORE: Clippers vs. Jazz predictions and best bets
Timberwolves vs. Nuggets Predictions
Dimers.com's predicted final score for Minnesota vs. Denver at Ball Arena this Wednesday has the Nuggets winning 121-113.
According to our predictive analytics model, the Timberwolves (+8.5) are a 53% chance of covering the spread, while the 237-point Over/Under is a 53% chance of going Under.
Anthony Edwards is expected to lead the Timberwolves with 25 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists, while Nikola Jokic is projected to have 24 points, 11 rebounds and 11 assists for the Nuggets.
While we expect the first basket to be scored by Anthony Edwards, who is a 15.11% chance.
Timberwolves Predicted Box Scores
| PLAYER | PTS | REBS | AST |
| Anthony Edwards | 25 | 5 | 5 |
| D'Angelo Russell | 20 | 3 | 7 |
| Jaden McDaniels | 12 | 3 | 2 |
| Rudy Gobert | 11 | 9 | 1 |
| Taurean Prince | 10 | 2 | 2 |
Timberwolves Player Trends
Jaden McDaniels has scored more than 10.5 points in 8 of his last 13 appearances.
D'Angelo Russell has scored more than 17.5 points in 6 of his last 10 appearances.
Nuggets Predicted Box Scores
| PLAYER | PTS | REBS | AST |
| Nikola Jokic | 24 | 11 | 11 |
| Jamal Murray | 22 | 5 | 6 |
| Aaron Gordon | 19 | 7 | 3 |
| Michael Porter | 15 | 6 | 1 |
| Bones Hyland | 15 | 3 | 3 |
Nuggets Player Trends
Jamal Murray has collected fewer than 5.5 rebounds in 14 of his last 17 appearances.
Nikola Jokic has recorded more than 10.5 assists in 8 of his last 14 appearances.
MORE: Timberwolves vs. Nuggets predictions and best bets
Kings vs. Lakers Predictions
Dimers.com's predicted final score for Sacramento vs. LA Lakers at Crypto.com Arena this Wednesday has the Kings winning 122-119.
According to our predictive analytics model, the Lakers (+3) are a 53% chance of covering the spread, while the Over/Under total of 245.5 points is a 56% chance of going Under.
De'Aaron Fox is expected to step up for the Kings with 29 points, 4 rebounds and 7 assists, while LeBron James is projected to have 34 points, 9 rebounds and 7 assists for the Lakers.
We expect the first basket to be scored by LeBron James who is a 18.75% chance.
Kings Predicted Box Scores
| PLAYER | PTS | REBS | AST |
| De'Aaron Fox | 29 | 4 | 7 |
| Domantas Sabonis | 22 | 12 | 8 |
| Harrison Barnes | 17 | 5 | 1 |
| Kevin Huerte | 16 | 3 | 3 |
| Keegan Murray | 12 | 4 | 1 |
Kings Player Trends
Domantas Sabonis has recorded fewer than 8.5 assists in 15 of his last 19 appearances.
Domantas Sabonis has collected fewer than 14.5 rebounds in 8 of his last 10 appearances.
Lakers Predicted Box Scores
| PLAYER | PTS | REBS | AST |
| LeBron James | 34 | 9 | 7 |
| Russell Westbrook | 19 | 6 | 10 |
| Dennis Schroder | 15 | 2 | 5 |
| Thomas Bryant | 13 | 8 | 1 |
| Wenyen Gabriel | 10 | 6 | 1 |
Lakers Player Trends
Russell Westbrook has scored fewer than 20.5 points in 14 of his last 19 appearances.
LeBron James has recorded fewer than 7.5 assists in 14 of his last 25 appearances.
MORE: Kings vs. Lakers predictions and best bets
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Nick Slade, with nearly two decades of experience, is the Chief Content Officer at Cipher Sports Technology Group, overseeing content for Dimers and Stats Insider, and specializes in soccer, NBA and NHL betting.
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