NBA First Basket Predictions Today - Monday 1/8/2024

We have another big day of professional hoops upon us, and we've simulated all of today's matchups thousands of times to find the best NBA first basket picks and odds for Monday, January 8, 2024.

Monday's NBA slate features star players such as Giannis Antetokounmpo, Kawhi Leonard and Lauri Markkanen, each with a high probability of opening the scoring 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 Monday's data-backed NBA predictions below, you can gain an advantage over other bettors.

The best online sportsbooks offer odds on NBA first basket scorers, but pinpointing where the best value lies can be puzzling. That's where Dimers.com's trusted approach comes into play.

Here, we 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 January 8.

Best First Basket Picks Tonight: Monday 1/8/2024

Having simulated the outcome of today's NBA slate thousands of times, our leading predictive analytics model, DimersBOT, has generated the best NBA first basket betting picks for Monday.

1. Collin Sexton To Score First Basket (+1200)

• Odds: +1200
• Edge: 4.8%
• Probability: 12.5%
• Game: Jazz vs. Bucks (8:00PM EST)

Our model has identified the best NBA first basket bet for Monday's NBA slate, which is in the game between the Jazz and Bucks. The bet is on Collin Sexton (UTA) at odds of +1200 with FanDuel Sportsbook, and our model has found an edge of 4.8%.

The next two recommended bets are for Paul George (3.0% edge) to score first in the Suns vs. Clippers game and Kawhi Leonard (2.3%) to score the first basket, also in the Suns-Clippers matchup.

2. Paul George To Score First Basket (+950)

• Odds: +950
• Edge: 3.0%
• Probability: 12.6%
• Game: Suns vs. Clippers (10:30PM EST)

The next best NBA first basket bet for today comes in the Suns vs. Clippers game, where our model has found an edge of 3.0% on Paul George (LAC) at odds of +950 with FanDuel Sportsbook.

3. Kawhi Leonard To Score First Basket (+750)

• Odds: +750
• Edge: 2.3%
• Probability: 14.1%
• Game: Suns vs. Clippers (10:30PM EST)

Our next NBA first basket bet on Monday comes in the Suns vs. Clippers game, where our model has found an edge of 2.3% on Kawhi Leonard (LAC) at odds of +750 with FanDuel Sportsbook.

4. Khris Middleton To Score First Basket (+700)

• Odds: +700
• Edge: 0.7%
• Probability: 13.2%
• Game: Jazz vs. Bucks (8:00PM EST)

The next best first basket bet for Monday's NBA action comes in the Jazz vs. Bucks game, where our model has found an edge of 0.7% on Khris Middleton (MIL) at odds of +700 with FanDuel Sportsbook.

5. Lauri Markkanen To Score First Basket (+650)

• Odds: +650
• Edge: 0.5%
• Probability: 13.9%
• Game: Jazz vs. Bucks (8:00PM EST)

Rounding out Dimers' top five NBA first basket bets for Monday is Lauri Markkanen (UTA) at odds of +650 in the Jazz vs. Bucks game. Here, our model has found an edge of 0.5% with FanDuel Sportsbook.

Today's NBA First Basket Predictions: Monday, January 8, 2024

As well as presenting the best NBA first basket bets today, Dimers.com has also determined the most likely players to score the first basket across all of Monday's games.

According to our data-driven analysis, the most likely NBA player to score the first basket across today's matchups is Giannis Antetokounmpo, with a probability of 18.4%.

Additionally, the players with the next highest likelihood of scoring the first basket today are Kawhi Leonard, with a 14.1% probability, and Lauri Markkanen, with a 13.8% probability.

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

Thanks to simulating each one of Monday'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
Giannis Antetokounmpo (Bucks)	18.4%
Kawhi Leonard (Clippers)	14.1%
Lauri Markkanen (Jazz)	13.8%
Khris Middleton (Bucks)	13.2%
Paul George (Clippers)	12.6%
Collin Sexton (Jazz)	12.4%
Kevin Durant (Suns)	12.1%

Keep in mind that this list only shows the players with the highest probability of scoring the first basket on Monday, which does not always indicate that our model recommends betting on them.

To increase your chances of winning when betting on NBA props, it's important to look out for the best odds available.

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: January 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 January 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 guidelines.

All of Dimers' NBA first basket picks and predictions for Monday, January 8, are made after thousands of data-driven game simulations, providing reliable and accurate NBA predictions to help you make informed decisions.

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