NBA First Basket Predictions Today - Sunday 5/7/23

Another big day of NBA Playoffs basketball is on the menu, and we've run thousands of simulations to find the best NBA first basket bets for you to make on Sunday May 7, 2023.

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

All of the best online sportsbooks across the country offer odds on NBA first basket scorers, and by utilizing our high-tech computer power and data, Dimers.com has identified where to find the best value on Sunday 5/7.

Sunday's NBA Playoffs action is set to showcase players such as Joel Embiid, Jaylen Brown, and Jayson Tatum, each with a high chance of scoring first 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 are most likely to score the first basket on May 7.

MORE: Every NBA Game Simulated 10,000 Times

Best NBA First Basket Scorer Prop Bets - Sunday 5/7/23

After simulating today's NBA Playoffs action thousands of times, our model has discovered the best NBA first basket bets for you to make on Sunday.

Marcus Smart To Score First Basket (+1300)

• Odds: +1300 via FanDuel Sportsbook
• Edge: 2.6%
• Probability: 9.7%
• Game: Celtics vs. 76ers (3:30PM ET)

Our model has identified the best NBA first basket bet for Sunday, which is in the game between the Celtics and 76ers. The bet is on Marcus Smart (BOS) at odds of +1300 with FanDuel Sportsbook, and our model has found an edge of 2.6%.

The next two suggested bets are for Derrick White (1.6% edge) to score first in the Celtics vs. 76ers game, and Tobias Harris (1.5%) to score the first basket, also in the Celtics-76ers matchup.

Derrick White To Score First Basket (+1300)

• Odds: +1300 via FanDuel Sportsbook
• Edge: 1.6%
• Probability: 8.7%
• Matchup: Celtics vs. 76ers (3:30PM ET)

The next best NBA first basket bet for today comes in the Celtics vs. 76ers game, where our model has found an edge of 1.6% on Derrick White (BOS) at odds of +1300 with FanDuel Sportsbook.

Tobias Harris To Score First Basket (+950)

• Odds: +950 via FanDuel Sportsbook
• Edge: 1.5%
• Probability: 11.1%
• Matchup: Celtics vs. 76ers (3:30PM ET)

Our next best NBA first basket bet on Sunday comes in the Celtics vs. 76ers game, where our model has found an edge of 1.5% on Tobias Harris (PHI) at odds of +950 with FanDuel Sportsbook.

Tyrese Maxey To Score First Basket (+900)

• Odds: +900 via FanDuel Sportsbook
• Edge: 0.8%
• Probability: 10.8%
• Game: Celtics vs. 76ers (3:30PM ET)

Our next best first basket bet for Sunday's NBA action comes in the Celtics vs. 76ers game, where our model has found an edge of 0.8% on Tyrese Maxey (PHI) at odds of +900 with FanDuel Sportsbook.

Jaylen Brown To Score First Basket (+650)

• Odds: +650 via FanDuel Sportsbook
• Edge: 0.7%
• Probability: 10.8%
• Game: Celtics vs. 76ers (3:30PM ET)

Rounding out our top five NBA first basket bets for Sunday is Jaylen Brown (+BOS) at odds of +650 in the Celtics vs. 76ers game. Here, our model has found an edge of 0.7% with FanDuel Sportsbook.

Today's NBA First Basket Predictions - Sunday May 7, 2023

As well as presenting the best NBA first basket bets today, we have also determined the most likely players to score the first basket on Sunday.

According to our data-driven analysis, the most likely NBA player to score the first basket today is Joel Embiid, with a probability of 14.7%.

Additionally, the players with the next highest likelihood of cashing your first basket bets are Jaylen Brown, with a 14.0% probability, and Jayson Tatum, with a 12.6% probability.

NBA First Basket Scorer Predictions Today - May 7, 2023

• Joel Embiid (PHI): 14.7% probability
• Jaylen Brown (BOS): 14.0% probability
• Jayson Tatum (BOS): 12.6% probability
• Tobias Harris (PHI): 11.1% probability
• Tyrese Maxey (PHI): 10.8% probability
• James Harden (PHI): 9.9% probability
• Marcus Smart (BOS): 9.7% probability
• Derrick White (BOS): 8.7% probability
• Al Horford (BOS): 4.9% probability
• P.J. Tucker (PHI): 3.6% probability

Remember, although this list shows the players most likely to score the first basket on Sunday, it does not necessarily mean they are recommended 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.

MORE: NBA Props - Sunday May 7, 2023

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 7, 2023

All of Dimers' NBA first basket picks and predictions for Sunday May 7 have been made after 10,000 data-driven simulations per game, giving you reliable and accurate NBA predictions to help you make informed decisions.

If you use today's NBA first basket predictions for sports betting, it's vital that you practice responsible gambling and manage your bankroll effectively.

If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER.

More on NBA

So, you like our NBA first basket props coverage? Awesome. Did you know our NBA Betting News section has a comprehensive betting preview for every NBA gamethe second the sportsbooks release their odds? It's only a click away, so why not take a look around?