NBA First Basket Predictions, Odds and Value Bets Today [Wednesday, 5/8/2024]

It's time for a big day of NBA Playoffs action, and we've run thousands of simulations to find the most reliable NBA first basket predictions and odds for Wednesday, May 8, 2024.

Wednesday's NBA Playoffs action is set to feature players such as Jalen Brunson, Pascal Siakam and Myles Turner, each with a high probability of scoring the first basket when they take to the court.

NBA first basket props are one of the more popular options for NBA fans to bet on, and by using Wednesday's data-backed NBA predictions below, you can gain an advantage over other bettors.

This article will provide you with a list of players that our basketball model 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 May 8.

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Who Will Score the First Basket Tonight: May 8, 2024

Thanks to simulating every one of Wednesday'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)	17.1%
Pascal Siakam (Pacers)	14.1%
Myles Turner (Pacers)	12.9%
Tyrese Haliburton (Pacers)	9.4%
Isaiah Hartenstein (Knicks)	8.7%
Donte DiVincenzo (Knicks)	8.3%
OG Anunoby (Knicks)	8.3%
Andrew Nembhard (Pacers)	7.9%
Josh Hart (Knicks)	7.6%
Aaron Nesmith (Pacers)	5.7%

According to our data-driven analysis, the most likely NBA player to score the first basket tonight is Jalen Brunson, with a probability of 17.1%.

Additionally, the players with the next highest likelihood of scoring the first basket today are Pascal Siakam, with a 14.1% probability, and Myles Turner, with a 12.9% probability. Remember, although this list shows the players most likely to score the first basket on Wednesday, it does not always 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 keep an eye on the best odds available.

Best First Basket Picks Tonight: Wednesday 5/8/2024

After simulating the result 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 Wednesday.

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1. Tyrese Haliburton To Score First Basket (+1100)

• Odds: +1100
• Edge: 1.1%
• Probability: 9.4%
• Matchup: Pacers vs. Knicks (8:00PM ET)

Our model has identified the best NBA first basket bet for today, which is in the game between the Pacers and Knicks. The bet is on Tyrese Haliburton (IND) at odds of +1100 with FanDuel Sportsbook, and our model has found an edge of 1.1%.

2. Pascal Siakam To Score First Basket (+650)

• Odds: +650
• Edge: 0.8%
• Probability: 14.1%
• Matchup: Pacers vs. Knicks (8:00PM ET)

The next best NBA first basket bet for Wednesday also comes in the Pacers vs. Knicks game, where our model has found an edge of 0.8% on Pascal Siakam (IND) at odds of +650 with FanDuel Sportsbook.

MORE: Wednesday's Best NBA Bets

Today's NBA Games

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

• Pacers vs. Knicks Prediction (8:00PM ET, Wednesday)

Understanding Betting Edge

The "edge" at Dimers is when we think the probability of an event occurring is more likely than the best odds available. Essentially, it means that Dimers believes a bet has a better chance of winning than the sportsbooks do. That's why the higher the edge, the better.

Although it does not guarantee a win, taking picks with a higher betting edge can increase your chances of being profitable in the long run. This is an essential aspect of a successful sports betting strategy.

Tonight's NBA First Basket Picks: May 8, 2024

This NBA first basket article has been partially generated using automated processes and AI technology. Our goal is to provide timely and accurate updates on NBA first basket picks for May 8, 2024, and automation assists in data collection, analysis, and formatting. Human editing and quality control is performed to ensure the content meets our editorial standards.

All of Dimers' NBA first basket picks and predictions for Wednesday, May 8, are the result of thousands of data-driven game simulations, giving you reliable and accurate NBA predictions to help you make informed decisions.

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