NBA First Basket Predictions, Odds and Value Bets Today - Tuesday 3/26/2024

Another action-packed day of NBA action is on the menu, and we've simulated each matchup 10,000 times to find the best NBA first basket picks and odds for Tuesday, March 26, 2024.

Tuesday's NBA slate features big names such as Zion Williamson, Giannis Antetokounmpo and De'Aaron Fox, each with a high chance of scoring the first basket when they take to the court.

NBA first basket props are one of the more popular options for sports bettors to wager on, and by using Tuesday's data-driven NBA predictions below, you can gain an advantage 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 March 26.

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Who Will Score the First Basket Tonight: March 26, 2024

Thanks to simulating each one of Tuesday'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
Zion Williamson (Pelicans)	15.7%
Giannis Antetokounmpo (Bucks)	15.5%
De'Aaron Fox (Kings)	14.6%
Stephen Curry (Warriors)	14.3%
Jonathan Kuminga (Warriors)	13.9%
Luka Doncic (Mavericks)	13.4%
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (Thunder)	12.6%
Daniel Gafford (Mavericks)	12.6%
Kyrie Irving (Mavericks)	12.1%
Anthony Davis (Lakers)	12.0%

According to our data-driven analysis, the most likely NBA player to score the first basket across all of today's games is Zion Williamson, with a probability of 15.7%.

Additionally, the players with the next highest likelihood of cashing your first basket bets are Giannis Antetokounmpo, with a 15.5% probability, and De'Aaron Fox, with a 14.6% probability. Remember, although this list shows the players most likely to score the first basket on Tuesday, it does not necessarily indicate they are suggested bets according to our predictive analytics model.

To increase your chances of winning when betting on NBA props, it's important to look out for favorable odds.

Best First Basket Picks Today: Tuesday 3/26/2024

Having simulated the result of today's NBA matchups thousands of times each, our predictive model has generated the best NBA first basket betting picks for Tuesday.

1. Rui Hachimura To Score First Basket (+1100)

• Odds: +1100
• Edge: 3.0%
• Probability: 11.3%
• Game: Lakers vs. Bucks (7:30PM ET)

Our model has identified the best NBA first basket bet for Tuesday's NBA slate, which is in the game between the Lakers and Bucks. The bet is on Rui Hachimura (LAL) at odds of +1100 with FanDuel Sportsbook, and our model has found an edge of 3.0%.

The next two recommended bets are for Daniel Gafford (2.1% edge) to score first in the Mavericks vs. Kings game and Taurean Prince (1.8%) to score the first basket in the Lakers vs. Bucks matchup.

2. Daniel Gafford To Score First Basket (+850)

• Odds: +850
• Edge: 2.1%
• Probability: 12.6%
• Matchup: Mavericks vs. Kings (10:00PM ET)

The next best NBA first basket bet for today comes in the Mavericks vs. Kings game, where our model has found an edge of 2.1% on Daniel Gafford (DAL) at odds of +850 with FanDuel Sportsbook.

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3. Taurean Prince To Score First Basket (+1600)

• Odds: +1600
• Edge: 1.8%
• Probability: 7.7%
• Matchup: Lakers vs. Bucks (7:30PM ET)

Our next NBA first basket bet today comes in the Lakers vs. Bucks game, where our model has found an edge of 1.8% on Taurean Prince (LAL) at odds of +1600 with FanDuel Sportsbook.

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4. Stephen Curry To Score First Basket (+650)

• Odds: +650
• Edge: 1.0%
• Probability: 14.3%
• Matchup: Warriors vs. Heat (7:30PM ET)

The next best first basket bet for today's NBA action comes in the Warriors vs. Heat game, where our model has found an edge of 1.0% on Stephen Curry (GSW) at odds of +650 with FanDuel Sportsbook.

5. Jonathan Kuminga To Score First Basket (+650)

• Odds: +650
• Edge: 0.5%
• Probability: 13.9%
• Matchup: Warriors vs. Heat (7:30PM ET)

Rounding out Dimers' top five NBA first basket bets for Tuesday is Jonathan Kuminga (GSW) at odds of +650 in the Warriors vs. Heat game. Here, our model has found an edge of 0.5% with FanDuel Sportsbook.

Today's NBA Games

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

• Lakers vs. Bucks Prediction (7:30PM ET, Tuesday)
• Warriors vs. Heat Prediction (7:30PM ET, Tuesday)
• Mavericks vs. Kings Prediction (10:00PM ET, Tuesday)

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: March 26, 2024

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All of Dimers' NBA first basket picks and predictions for Tuesday, March 26, are made thanks to thousands of data-driven game simulations, providing reliable and accurate NBA predictions to help you make informed decisions.

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