NBA First Basket Predictions Today - Sunday 11/26/2023

Another big day of NBA basketball is on the menu, and we've simulated each matchup thousands of times to find the best NBA first basket predictions for you on Sunday, November 26, 2023.

NBA first basket props have become one of the most popular options for basketball fans to bet on, and by using Sunday's data-backed predictions below, you can gain an advantage over everyone else.

The top online sportsbooks throughout the nation offer odds on NBA first basket scorers, and by utilizing our high-tech machine learning and analysis, Dimers.com has been able to identify where to find the best value on Sunday, 11/26.

Sunday's NBA slate is expected to feature star players such as Devin Booker, Nikola Jokic, and Anthony Edwards, each with a high chance of scoring the first basket when they take to the court.

This article 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 November 26.

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Best First Basket Picks Tonight: Sunday 11/26/2023

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

1. RJ Barrett To Score First Basket (+750)

• Odds: +750
• Edge: 1.1%
• Probability: 12.9%
• Matchup: Suns vs. Knicks (6:00PM EST)

Our model has identified the best NBA first basket bet for today's NBA slate, which is in the game between the Suns and Knicks. The bet is on RJ Barrett (NY) at odds of +750 with FanDuel Sportsbook, and our model has found an edge of 1.1%.

2. Devin Booker To Score First Basket (+470)

• Odds: +470
• Edge: 0.5%
• Probability: 18%
• Matchup: Suns vs. Knicks (6:00PM EST)

The next best NBA first basket bet for today also comes in the Suns vs. Knicks game, where our model has found an edge of 0.5% on Devin Booker (PHX) at odds of +470 with FanDuel Sportsbook.

Today's NBA First Basket Predictions: Sunday, November 26, 2023

As well as providing you with the best NBA first basket bets today, Dimers.com has also found the most likely players to score the first basket across all of Sunday's games.

According to our data-driven analysis, the most likely NBA player to score the first basket across today's games is Devin Booker, with a probability of 18.0%.

Additionally, the players with the next highest likelihood of scoring the first basket today are Nikola Jokic, with a 16.2% probability, and Anthony Edwards, with a 14.6% probability.

Who Will Score the First Basket Tonight: November 26, 2023

Thanks to simulating every one of Sunday'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
Devin Booker (Suns)	18.0%
Nikola Jokic (Nuggets)	16.2%
Anthony Edwards (Timberwolves)	14.6%
Karl-Anthony Towns (Timberwolves)	14.3%
Mikal Bridges (Nets)	14.2%
Paolo Banchero (Magic)	14.0%
Desmond Bane (Grizzlies)	14.0%
Jalen Brunson (Knicks)	13.8%
Franz Wagner (Magic)	13.8%
LaMelo Ball (Hornets)	13.4%

Keep in mind that this list only shows the players most likely to score the first basket on Sunday, which does not always indicate that DimersBOT recommends betting on them.

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

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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.

Today's NBA First Basket Picks: November 26, 2023

All of our NBA first basket picks for Sunday, November 26, are based on thousands of data-driven game simulations, giving you reliable and accurate NBA predictions to help you make informed decisions.

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