NBA First Basket Predictions Today - Saturday 1/27/2024

We have another exciting day of NBA upon us, and we've simulated each game 10,000 times to find the best NBA first basket picks and odds for Saturday, January 27, 2024.

Saturday's NBA games are expected to feature big names such as Luka Doncic, Giannis Antetokounmpo and Victor Wembanyama, each with a high probability of opening the scoring when they take to the court.

NBA first basket props have become one of the more popular options for NBA bettors to wager on, and by using Saturday's data-driven NBA predictions below, you can gain an edge over other bettors.

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 January 27.

The best sportsbooks throughout the nation offer odds on NBA first basket scorers, and by utilizing our trusted computer power and analysis, Dimers.com has identified where to find the best value on Saturday, 1/27.

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Who Will Score the First Basket Tonight: January 27, 2024

Thanks to simulating each one of Saturday'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
Luka Doncic (Mavericks)	18.5%
Giannis Antetokounmpo (Bucks)	18.2%
Victor Wembanyama (Spurs)	17.1%
Karl-Anthony Towns (Timberwolves)	15.0%
Stephen Curry (Warriors)	13.4%
Zion Williamson (Pelicans)	13.4%
D'Angelo Russell (Lakers)	12.5%
Anthony Davis (Lakers)	12.2%
LeBron James (Lakers)	12.2%
Domantas Sabonis (Kings)	12.0%

According to our data-driven analysis, the most likely NBA player to score the first basket across today's games is Luka Doncic, with a probability of 18.5%.

Additionally, the players with the next highest likelihood of cashing your first basket bets are Giannis Antetokounmpo, with a 18.2% probability, and Victor Wembanyama, with a 17.1% probability. Remember, although this list shows the players with the highest probability of scoring the first basket on Saturday, it does not necessarily indicate they are suggested bets according to DimersBOT.

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

Best First Basket Picks Tonight: Saturday 1/27/2024

After simulating the outcome of today's NBA matchups 10K times each, our trusted predictive analytics model, DimersBOT, has found the best NBA first basket bets for you to make on Saturday.

1. D'Angelo Russell To Score First Basket (+800)

• Odds: +800
• Edge: 1.4%
• Probability: 12.5%
• Game: Lakers vs. Warriors (8:30PM EST)

Our model has identified the best NBA first basket bet for today's NBA slate, which is in the game between the Lakers and Warriors. The bet is on D'Angelo Russell (LAL) at odds of +800 with FanDuel Sportsbook, and our model has found an edge of 1.4%.

The next two suggested plays are for De'Aaron Fox (0.1% edge) to score first in the Kings vs. Mavericks game and Stephen Curry (0.1%) to score the first basket in the Lakers vs. Warriors matchup.

2. De'Aaron Fox To Score First Basket (+800)

• Odds: +800
• Edge: 0.1%
• Probability: 11.2%
• Game: Kings vs. Mavericks (9:00PM EST)

The next best NBA first basket bet for Saturday comes in the Kings vs. Mavericks game, where our model has found an edge of 0.1% on De'Aaron Fox (SAC) at odds of +800 with FanDuel Sportsbook.

3. Stephen Curry To Score First Basket (+650)

• Odds: +650
• Edge: 0.1%
• Probability: 13.4%
• Matchup: Lakers vs. Warriors (8:30PM EST)

Our next NBA first basket bet on Saturday comes in the Lakers vs. Warriors game, where our model has found an edge of 0.1% on Stephen Curry (GSW) at odds of +650 with FanDuel Sportsbook.

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.

Today's NBA First Basket Picks: January 27, 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 27, 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 Saturday, January 27, have been generated thanks to thousands of data-driven game simulations, giving you reliable and accurate NBA predictions to help you make informed decisions.

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