NBA First Basket Predictions, Odds and Value Bets Today [Tuesday, 4/30/2024]

Another big day of NBA Playoffs basketball is on the cards, and we've run thousands of simulations to find the best NBA first basket predictions and odds for Tuesday, April 30, 2024.

Tuesday's NBA Playoffs action is set to showcase big names such as Jalen Brunson, Pascal Siakam and Joel Embiid, each with a high chance of scoring the first basket when they take to the court.

NBA first basket props are one of the most popular options for sports fans to bet on, and by using Tuesday'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 supercomputer has identified as NBA first basket value bets for today's action, as well as the players who are most likely to score the first basket on April 30.

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Who Will Score the First Basket Tonight: April 30, 2024

Thanks to simulating every 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.

According to our data-driven analysis, the most likely NBA player to score the first basket today is Jalen Brunson, with a probability of 17.6%.

Additionally, the players with the next highest likelihood of cashing your first basket bets are Pascal Siakam, with a 14.7% probability, and Joel Embiid, with a 14.6% probability. Remember, although this list shows the players with the highest probability of scoring the first basket on Tuesday, it does not always indicate 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 4/30/2024

Having simulated the outcome of today's NBA Playoffs action thousands of times, our trusted predictive analytics model, DimersBOT, has generated the best NBA first basket betting picks for Tuesday.

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1. Paolo Banchero To Score First Basket (+850)

• Odds: +850
• Edge: 3.3%
• Probability: 13.9%
• Game: Magic vs. Cavaliers (8:00PM ET)

Our model has identified the best NBA first basket bet for Tuesday, which is in the game between the Magic and Cavaliers. The bet is on Paolo Banchero (ORL) at odds of +850 with FanDuel Sportsbook, and our model has found an edge of 3.3%.

The next two recommended bets are for Franz Wagner (3.3% edge) to score first in the Magic vs. Cavaliers game and Pascal Siakam (3.0%) to score the first basket in the Pacers vs. Bucks matchup.

2. Franz Wagner To Score First Basket (+800)

• Odds: +800
• Edge: 3.3%
• Probability: 14.4%
• Matchup: Magic vs. Cavaliers (8:00PM ET)

The next best NBA first basket bet for today also comes in the Magic vs. Cavaliers game, where our model has found an edge of 3.3% on Franz Wagner (ORL) at odds of +800 with FanDuel Sportsbook.

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3. Pascal Siakam To Score First Basket (+750)

• Odds: +750
• Edge: 3.0%
• Probability: 14.7%
• Matchup: Pacers vs. Bucks (9:30PM ET)

Our next NBA first basket bet on Tuesday comes in the Pacers vs. Bucks game, where our model has found an edge of 3.0% on Pascal Siakam (IND) at odds of +750 with FanDuel Sportsbook.

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4. Jalen Brunson To Score First Basket (+550)

• Odds: +550
• Edge: 2.2%
• Probability: 17.6%
• Game: 76ers vs. Knicks (7:00PM ET)

The next best first basket bet for Tuesday's NBA action comes in the 76ers vs. Knicks game, where our model has found an edge of 2.2% on Jalen Brunson (NYK) at odds of +550 with FanDuel Sportsbook.

5. Jalen Suggs To Score First Basket (+950)

• Odds: +950
• Edge: 1.4%
• Probability: 10.9%
• Matchup: Magic vs. Cavaliers (8:00PM ET)

Rounding out Dimers' top five NBA first basket bets for today is Jalen Suggs (ORL) at odds of +950 in the Magic vs. Cavaliers game. Here, our model has found an edge of 1.4% 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:

• 76ers vs. Knicks Prediction (7:00PM ET, Tuesday)
• Magic vs. Cavaliers Prediction (8:00PM ET, Tuesday)
• Pacers vs. Bucks Prediction (9:30PM 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.

Tonight's NBA First Basket Picks: April 30, 2024

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All of Dimers' NBA first basket picks for Tuesday, April 30, are based on thousands of data-driven game simulations, giving you reliable and accurate NBA predictions to help you make informed decisions.

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