NBA First Basket Predictions, Odds and Value Bets Today - Monday 4/1/2024

Another action-packed day of NBA Playoffs action is on the menu, and we've run thousands of simulations to find the most reliable NBA first basket picks and odds for Monday, April 1, 2024.

Monday's NBA Playoffs action is set to showcase players such as Deandre Ayton, Cade Cunningham and Zion Williamson, each with a high chance of scoring the first basket when they take to the court.

NBA first basket props have become one of the more popular options for NBA fans to bet on, and by using Monday's data-backed NBA predictions below, you can gain an edge over everyone else.

This article will provide you with a list of players that our analytics model has identified as NBA first basket value bets for today's action, as well as the players who have the highest likelihood of scoring the first basket on April 1.

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Who Will Score the First Basket Tonight: April 1, 2024

Thanks to simulating each one of Monday's NBA games 10,000 times each, Dimers has determined the 10 players most likely to score the first basket in their respective games.

Player (Team)	First Basket Probability
Deandre Ayton (Trail Blazers)	18.7%
Cade Cunningham (Pistons)	17.2%
Zion Williamson (Pelicans)	15.8%
Cam Thomas (Nets)	15.2%
Pascal Siakam (Pacers)	14.7%
Dejounte Murray (Hawks)	14.1%
Jaylen Brown (Celtics)	13.6%
Kevin Durant (Suns)	13.0%
Devin Booker (Suns)	13.0%
DeMar DeRozan (Bulls)	12.5%

According to our data-driven analysis, the most likely NBA player to score the first basket today is Deandre Ayton, with a probability of 18.7%.

Additionally, the players with the next highest likelihood of cashing your first basket bets are Cade Cunningham, with a 17.2% probability, and Zion Williamson, with a 15.8% probability. Keep in mind that this list only shows the players with the highest probability of scoring the first basket on Monday, which does not necessarily indicate that DimersBOT recommends betting on them.

To increase your chances of winning when betting on NBA props, it's important to keep an eye on the best odds available.

Best First Basket Picks Tonight: Monday 4/1/2024

After simulating the result of today's NBA Playoffs action thousands of times, our leading predictive analytics model, DimersBOT, has generated the best NBA first basket betting picks for Monday.

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1. Cade Cunningham To Score First Basket (+650)

• Odds: +650
• Edge: 3.9%
• Probability: 17.2%
• Game: Grizzlies vs. Pistons (7:00PM ET)

Our model has identified the best NBA first basket bet for Monday, which is in the game between the Grizzlies and Pistons. The bet is on Cade Cunningham (DET) at odds of +650 with FanDuel Sportsbook, and our model has found an edge of 3.9%.

The next two suggested bets are for Dejounte Murray (0.7% edge) to score first in the Hawks vs. Bulls game and Deandre Ayton (0.5%) to score the first basket in the Trail Blazers vs. Magic matchup.

2. Dejounte Murray To Score First Basket (+650)

• Odds: +650
• Edge: 0.7%
• Probability: 14.1%
• Matchup: Hawks vs. Bulls (8:00PM ET)

The next best NBA first basket bet for Monday comes in the Hawks vs. Bulls game, where our model has found an edge of 0.7% on Dejounte Murray (ATL) at odds of +650 with FanDuel Sportsbook.

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3. Deandre Ayton To Score First Basket (+450)

• Odds: +450
• Edge: 0.5%
• Probability: 18.7%
• Game: Trail Blazers vs. Magic (7:00PM ET)

Our next NBA first basket bet today comes in the Trail Blazers vs. Magic game, where our model has found an edge of 0.5% on Deandre Ayton (POR) at odds of +450 with FanDuel Sportsbook.

MORE: Monday's NBA Prop Picks

Today's NBA Games

For more NBA picks and props, check out our full betting previews for each game on the Monday slate:

• Grizzlies vs. Pistons Prediction (7:00PM ET, Monday)
• Trail Blazers vs. Magic Prediction (7:00PM ET, Monday)
• Hawks vs. Bulls Prediction (8:00PM ET, Monday)

Understanding Betting Edge

At Dimers, an "edge" in betting signifies our belief that an event's probability is higher than the best available NBA odds suggest. A higher betting edge indicates a greater likelihood of success. However, it's essential to remember that no bet is guaranteed, and responsible gambling practices are crucial for long-term success.

Today's NBA First Basket Picks: April 1, 2024

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All of Dimers' NBA first basket predictions for Monday, April 1, are generated thanks to rigorous data-driven game simulations, giving you reliable and accurate NBA predictions to help you make informed decisions.

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