NBA First Basket Predictions Today - Tuesday 2/13/2024

We have another action-packed day of professional hoops upon us, and we've simulated all of today's games 10,000 times to find the best NBA first basket picks and odds for Tuesday, February 13, 2024.

Tuesday's NBA slate features big names such as Giannis Antetokounmpo, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Devin Booker, each with a high chance of scoring the first basket when they take to the court.

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

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 February 13.

The top sportsbooks across the country offer odds on NBA first basket scorers, and by utilizing our cutting-edge computer power and analysis, Dimers.com has been able to identify where to find the best value on Tuesday, 2/13.

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Who Will Score the First Basket Tonight: February 13, 2024

Thanks to simulating each one of Tuesday'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)	18.0%
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (Thunder)	15.0%
Devin Booker (Suns)	14.6%
Cam Thomas (Nets)	14.5%
Anthony Edwards (Timberwolves)	13.8%
Karl-Anthony Towns (Timberwolves)	13.8%
Franz Wagner (Magic)	13.8%
Mikal Bridges (Nets)	13.3%
Jayson Tatum (Celtics)	13.1%
Anfernee Simons (Trail Blazers)	13.1%

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

Additionally, the players with the next highest likelihood of cashing your first basket bets are Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, with a 15.0% probability, and Devin Booker, with a 14.6% probability. Remember, although this list shows the players most likely to score the first basket on Tuesday, it does not always indicate they are recommended bets according to our predictive analytics model.

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

Best First Basket Picks Tonight: Tuesday 2/13/2024

Having simulated the outcome of today's NBA matchups 10,000 times each, our leading predictive analytics model, DimersBOT, has generated the best NBA first basket bets for you to make on Tuesday.

1. Harrison Barnes To Score First Basket (+1800)

• Odds: +1800
• Edge: 4.7%
• Probability: 10%
• Matchup: Kings vs. Suns (10:00PM EST)

Our model has identified the best NBA first basket bet for Tuesday's NBA slate, which is in the game between the Kings and Suns. The bet is on Harrison Barnes (SAC) at odds of +1800 with FanDuel Sportsbook, and our model has found an edge of 4.7%.

The next two suggested bets are for De'Aaron Fox (3.6% edge) to score first in the Kings vs. Suns game and Jaden Ivey (2.4%) to score the first basket in the Pistons vs. Lakers matchup.

2. De'Aaron Fox To Score First Basket (+1000)

• Odds: +1000
• Edge: 3.6%
• Probability: 12.7%
• Matchup: Kings vs. Suns (10:00PM EST)

The next best NBA first basket bet for Tuesday also comes in the Kings vs. Suns game, where our model has found an edge of 3.6% on De'Aaron Fox (SAC) at odds of +1000 with FanDuel Sportsbook.

3. Jaden Ivey To Score First Basket (+900)

• Odds: +900
• Edge: 2.4%
• Probability: 12.4%
• Matchup: Pistons vs. Lakers (10:30PM EST)

Our next NBA first basket bet on Tuesday comes in the Pistons vs. Lakers game, where our model has found an edge of 2.4% on Jaden Ivey (DET) at odds of +900 with FanDuel Sportsbook.

4. Kevin Huerter To Score First Basket (+1500)

• Odds: +1500
• Edge: 2.3%
• Probability: 8.5%
• Matchup: Kings vs. Suns (10:00PM EST)

The next best first basket bet for Tuesday's NBA action comes in the Kings vs. Suns game, where our model has found an edge of 2.3% on Kevin Huerter (SAC) at odds of +1500 with FanDuel Sportsbook.

5. Duncan Robinson To Score First Basket (+1200)

• Odds: +1200
• Edge: 1.8%
• Probability: 9.5%
• Game: Heat vs. Bucks (8:00PM EST)

Rounding out our top five NBA first basket bets for today is Duncan Robinson (MIA) at odds of +1200 in the Heat vs. Bucks game. Here, our model has found an edge of 1.8% 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: February 13, 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 February 13, 2024, and automation assists in data collection, analysis, and formatting. Human editing and quality control is performed to ensure the content meets our editorial standards.

All of Dimers' NBA first basket picks and predictions for Tuesday, February 13, are based on thousands of data-driven game simulations, providing reliable and accurate NBA predictions to help you make informed decisions.

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