NBA First Basket Predictions Today - Friday 12/8/2023

We have another action-packed day of NBA basketball upon us, and we've simulated each game thousands of times to find the best NBA first basket bets for you to make on Friday, December 8, 2023.

Friday's NBA slate features star players such as Nikola Jokic, Devin Booker and Anfernee Simons, each with a high probability of scoring the first basket when they take to the court.

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

The top sportsbooks throughout the nation offer odds on NBA first basket scorers, and by utilizing our high-tech computer power and analysis, Dimers.com has been able to identify where the best value lies on Friday, 12/8.

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 December 8.

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Best First Basket Picks Tonight: Friday 12/8/2023

After simulating the outcome of today's NBA slate thousands of times, our predictive model has discovered the best NBA first basket bets for you to make on Friday.

1. De'Aaron Fox To Score First Basket (+650)

• Odds: +650
• Edge: 1.4%
• Probability: 14.8%
• Matchup: Kings vs. Suns (9:00PM EST)

Our model has identified the best NBA first basket bet for Friday's NBA slate, which is in the game between the Kings and Suns. The bet is on De'Aaron Fox (SAC) at odds of +650 with FanDuel Sportsbook, and our model has found an edge of 1.4%.

2. Jordan Clarkson To Score First Basket (+650)

• Odds: +650
• Edge: 0.9%
• Probability: 14.2%
• Game: Clippers vs. Jazz (10:00PM EST)

The next best NBA first basket bet for today comes in the Clippers vs. Jazz game, where our model has found an edge of 0.9% on Jordan Clarkson (UTA) at odds of +650 with FanDuel Sportsbook.

3. Alperen Sengun To Score First Basket (+650)

• Odds: +650
• Edge: 0.8%
• Probability: 14.1%
• Game: Rockets vs. Nuggets (9:00PM EST)

Our next NBA first basket bet on Friday comes in the Rockets vs. Nuggets game, where our model has found an edge of 0.8% on Alperen Sengun (HOU) at odds of +650 with FanDuel Sportsbook.

4. Kawhi Leonard To Score First Basket (+700)

• Odds: +700
• Edge: 0.7%
• Probability: 13.2%
• Matchup: Clippers vs. Jazz (10:00PM EST)

The next best first basket bet for today's NBA action comes in the Clippers vs. Jazz game, where our model has found an edge of 0.7% on Kawhi Leonard (LAC) at odds of +700 with FanDuel Sportsbook.

5. Anfernee Simons To Score First Basket (+600)

• Odds: +600
• Edge: 0.7%
• Probability: 14.9%
• Game: Mavericks vs. Trail Blazers (10:00PM EST)

Rounding out Dimers' top five NBA first basket bets for Friday is Anfernee Simons (POR) at odds of +600 in the Mavericks vs. Trail Blazers game. Here, our model has found an edge of 0.7% with FanDuel Sportsbook.

Today's NBA First Basket Predictions: Friday, December 8, 2023

In addition to presenting the best NBA first basket bets today, we have also identified the most likely players to score the first basket across all of Friday's games.

According to our data-driven analysis, the most likely NBA player to score the first basket in any of today's games is Nikola Jokic, with a probability of 16.0%.

Additionally, the players with the next highest likelihood of cashing your first basket bets are Devin Booker, with a 15.7% probability, and Anfernee Simons, with a 14.9% probability.

Who Will Score the First Basket Tonight: December 8, 2023

Thanks to simulating every one of Friday'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
Nikola Jokic (Nuggets)	16.0%
Devin Booker (Suns)	15.7%
Anfernee Simons (Trail Blazers)	14.9%
De'Aaron Fox (Kings)	14.8%
Jordan Clarkson (Jazz)	14.2%
Luka Doncic (Mavericks)	14.2%
Alperen Sengun (Rockets)	14.1%
Kyrie Irving (Mavericks)	13.8%
Kawhi Leonard (Clippers)	13.2%

Remember, although this list shows the players most likely to score the first basket on Friday, it does not always indicate they are suggested bets according to DimersBOT.

To increase your chances of winning, it's important to keep an eye on favorable odds.

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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: December 8, 2023

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All of Dimers' NBA first basket picks for Friday, December 8, 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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