NBA First Basket Predictions, Odds and Value Bets Today - Tuesday 4/2/2024

We have another exciting day of NBA Playoffs ahead of us, and we've run thousands of simulations to find the most reliable NBA first basket picks and odds for Tuesday, April 2, 2024.

Tuesday's NBA Playoffs action is set to feature big names such as Jalen Brunson, Giannis Antetokounmpo and Collin Sexton, each with a high probability of scoring the first basket when they take to the court.

NBA first basket props have become one of the most popular options for NBA fans to bet on, and by using Tuesday's data-driven NBA predictions below, you can gain an advantage over other bettors.

This article will provide you with a list of players that our predictive 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 2.

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Who Will Score the First Basket Tonight: April 2, 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
Jalen Brunson (Knicks)	18.8%
Giannis Antetokounmpo (Bucks)	18.1%
Collin Sexton (Jazz)	17.4%
Victor Wembanyama (Spurs)	16.1%
Jalen Green (Rockets)	14.3%
Kawhi Leonard (Clippers)	14.3%
Paul George (Clippers)	14.3%
Nikola Jokic (Nuggets)	14.1%
Luka Doncic (Mavericks)	13.8%
Josh Giddey (Thunder)	13.7%

According to our data-driven analysis, the most likely NBA player to score the first basket tonight is Jalen Brunson, with a probability of 18.8%.

Additionally, the players with the next highest likelihood of cashing your first basket bets are Giannis Antetokounmpo, with a 18.1% probability, and Collin Sexton, with a 17.4% probability. Remember, although this list shows the players most likely to score the first basket on Tuesday, it does not necessarily mean they are recommended bets according to DimersBOT.

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: Tuesday 4/2/2024

After simulating the outcome of today's NBA Playoffs action thousands of times, our trusted predictive analytics model, DimersBOT, has found the best NBA first basket bets for you to make on Tuesday.

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1. Collin Sexton To Score First Basket (+750)

• Odds: +750
• Edge: 5.6%
• Probability: 17.4%
• Matchup: Cavaliers vs. Jazz (9:00PM ET)

Our model has identified the best NBA first basket bet for Tuesday, which is in the game between the Cavaliers and Jazz. The bet is on Collin Sexton (UTA) at odds of +750 with FanDuel Sportsbook, and our model has found an edge of 5.6%.

The next two recommended bets are for Jalen Brunson (5.4% edge) to score first in the Knicks vs. Heat game and Amen Thompson (2.9%) to score the first basket in the Rockets vs. Timberwolves matchup.

2. Jalen Brunson To Score First Basket (+650)

• Odds: +650
• Edge: 5.4%
• Probability: 18.7%
• Matchup: Knicks vs. Heat (7:30PM ET)

The next best NBA first basket bet for Tuesday comes in the Knicks vs. Heat game, where our model has found an edge of 5.4% on Jalen Brunson (NY) at odds of +650 with FanDuel Sportsbook.

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3. Amen Thompson To Score First Basket (+1200)

• Odds: +1200
• Edge: 2.9%
• Probability: 10.6%
• Matchup: Rockets vs. Timberwolves (8:00PM ET)

Our next NBA first basket bet on Tuesday comes in the Rockets vs. Timberwolves game, where our model has found an edge of 2.9% on Amen Thompson (HOU) at odds of +1200 with FanDuel Sportsbook.

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4. Marvin Bagley To Score First Basket (+900)

• Odds: +900
• Edge: 2.1%
• Probability: 12.1%
• Matchup: Bucks vs. Wizards (7:00PM ET)

The next best first basket bet for today's NBA action comes in the Bucks vs. Wizards game, where our model has found an edge of 2.1% on Marvin Bagley (WAS) at odds of +900 with FanDuel Sportsbook.

5. Jalen Green To Score First Basket (+700)

• Odds: +700
• Edge: 1.8%
• Probability: 14.3%
• Matchup: Rockets vs. Timberwolves (8:00PM ET)

Rounding out our top five NBA first basket bets for Tuesday is Jalen Green (HOU) at odds of +700 in the Rockets vs. Timberwolves game. Here, our model has found an edge of 1.8% 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:

• Bucks vs. Wizards Prediction (7:00PM ET, Tuesday)
• Lakers vs. Raptors Prediction (7:00PM ET, Tuesday)
• Knicks vs. Heat Prediction (7:30PM ET, Tuesday)
• Thunder vs. 76ers Prediction (7:30PM ET, Tuesday)
• Rockets vs. Timberwolves Prediction (8:00PM ET, Tuesday)
• Cavaliers vs. Jazz Prediction (9:00PM ET, Tuesday)
• Clippers 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: April 2, 2024

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All of Dimers' NBA first basket picks for Tuesday, April 2, are the result of rigorous data-driven game simulations, giving you reliable and accurate NBA predictions to help you make informed decisions.

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