NBA First Basket Predictions Today - Friday 5/12/23

Another big day of NBA Playoffs action is on the cards, and we've run thousands of simulations to find the best NBA first basket bets for you to make on Friday May 12, 2023.

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

The best sportsbooks in the country offer odds on NBA first basket scorers, and by utilizing our state-of-the-art machine learning and data, Dimers.com has been able to identify where the best value can be found on Friday 5/12.

Friday's NBA Playoffs action is set to feature players such as Stephen Curry, LeBron James, and Anthony Davis, each with a high probability of opening the scoring when they take to the court.

Here, we 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 May 12.

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Best First Basket Picks Today - Friday 5/12/23

Having simulated today's NBA Playoffs action thousands of times, our model has generated the best NBA first basket bets for you to make on Friday.

Stephen Curry To Score First Basket (+700)

• Odds: +700 via FanDuel Sportsbook
• Edge: 2.9%
• Probability: 15.4%
• Game: Warriors vs. Lakers (10:00PM ET)

Our model has identified the best NBA first basket bet for Friday, which is in the game between the Warriors and Lakers. The bet is on Stephen Curry (GSW) at odds of +700 with FanDuel Sportsbook, and our model has found an edge of 2.9%.

The next two suggested plays are for Draymond Green (0.5% edge) to score first in the Warriors vs. Lakers game, and Austin Reaves (0.3%) to score the first basket, also in the Warriors-Lakers matchup.

Draymond Green To Score First Basket (+1700)

• Odds: +1700 via FanDuel Sportsbook
• Edge: 0.5%
• Probability: 6.1%
• Matchup: Warriors vs. Lakers (10:00PM ET)

The next best NBA first basket bet for Friday comes in the Warriors vs. Lakers game, where our model has found an edge of 0.5% on Draymond Green (GSW) at odds of +1700 with FanDuel Sportsbook.

Austin Reaves To Score First Basket (+1300)

• Odds: +1300 via FanDuel Sportsbook
• Edge: 0.3%
• Probability: 7.5%
• Game: Warriors vs. Lakers (10:00PM ET)

Our next best NBA first basket bet today comes in the Warriors vs. Lakers game, where our model has found an edge of 0.3% on Austin Reaves (LAL) at odds of +1300 with FanDuel Sportsbook.

Tonight's NBA First Basket Predictions - Friday May 12, 2023

As well as presenting the best NBA first basket bets today, Dimers.com has also identified the most likely players to score the first basket on Friday.

According to our data-driven analysis, the most likely NBA player to score the first basket today is Stephen Curry, with a probability of 15.4%.

Additionally, the players with the next highest likelihood of scoring the first basket today are LeBron James, with a 13.2% probability, and Anthony Davis, with a 12.4% probability.

Who Will Score the First Basket Tonight - May 12, 2023

• Stephen Curry (GSW): 15.4% probability
• LeBron James (LAL): 13.2% probability
• Anthony Davis (LAL): 12.4% probability
• D'Angelo Russell (LAL): 10.9% probability
• Klay Thompson (GSW): 9.6% probability
• Andrew Wiggins (GSW): 9.5% probability
• Austin Reaves (LAL): 7.4% probability
• Dennis Schroder (LAL): 6.1% probability
• Draymond Green (GSW): 6.1% probability

Remember, although this list shows the players most likely to score the first basket on Friday, it does not always mean they are suggested bets according to our predictive analytics model.

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

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What Is an Edge in Betting?

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 edge can increase your chances of being profitable in the long run. This is an essential aspect of a successful sports betting strategy.

Today's NBA First Basket Picks - May 12, 2023

All of Dimers' NBA first basket predictions for Friday May 12 have been made thanks to 10,000 data-driven simulations per matchup, giving you reliable and accurate NBA predictions to help you make informed decisions.

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