NBA First Basket Predictions Today - Wednesday 1/3/2024

Another action-packed day of NBA action is on the cards, and we've simulated all of today's games 10,000 times to find the most reliable NBA first basket picks and odds for Wednesday, January 3, 2024.

Wednesday's NBA slate features big names such as Anthony Davis, LeBron James and De'Aaron Fox, each with a high chance of scoring the first basket 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 Wednesday's data-backed NBA predictions below, you can gain an advantage over other bettors.

The best sportsbooks offer odds on NBA first basket scorers, but pinpointing where the best value lies can be challenging. That's where Dimers.com's state-of-the-art approach comes into play.

This article will provide you with a list of players that our 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 January 3.

Best First Basket Picks Tonight: Wednesday 1/3/2024

After simulating the result of today's NBA matchups thousands of times each, our predictive model has discovered the best NBA first basket bets for you to make on Wednesday.

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

• Odds: +750
• Edge: 3.4%
• Probability: 15.2%
• Game: Clippers vs. Suns (9:00PM EST)

Our model has identified the best NBA first basket bet for today's NBA slate, which is in the game between the Clippers and Suns. The bet is on Kawhi Leonard (LAC) at odds of +750 with FanDuel Sportsbook, and our model has found an edge of 3.4%.

The next two recommended bets are for Tyler Herro (1.2% edge) to score first in the Heat vs. Lakers game and De'Aaron Fox (0.9%) to score the first basket in the Magic vs. Kings matchup.

2. Tyler Herro To Score First Basket (+700)

• Odds: +700
• Edge: 1.2%
• Probability: 13.7%
• Matchup: Heat vs. Lakers (10:00PM EST)

The next best NBA first basket bet for Wednesday comes in the Heat vs. Lakers game, where our model has found an edge of 1.2% on Tyler Herro (MIA) at odds of +700 with FanDuel Sportsbook.

3. De'Aaron Fox To Score First Basket (+600)

• Odds: +600
• Edge: 0.9%
• Probability: 15.2%
• Game: Magic vs. Kings (10:00PM EST)

Our next NBA first basket bet on Wednesday comes in the Magic vs. Kings game, where our model has found an edge of 0.9% on De'Aaron Fox (SAC) at odds of +600 with FanDuel Sportsbook.

4. LeBron James To Score First Basket (+550)

• Odds: +550
• Edge: 0.3%
• Probability: 15.7%
• Game: Heat vs. Lakers (10:00PM EST)

The next best first basket bet for Wednesday's NBA action comes in the Heat vs. Lakers game, where our model has found an edge of 0.3% on LeBron James (LAL) at odds of +550 with FanDuel Sportsbook.

Today's NBA First Basket Predictions: Wednesday, January 3, 2024

In addition to 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 Wednesday's games.

According to our data-driven analysis, the most likely NBA player to score the first basket in any of today's matchups is Anthony Davis, with a probability of 17.8%.

Additionally, the players with the next highest likelihood of cashing your first basket bets are LeBron James, with a 15.7% probability, and De'Aaron Fox, with a 15.2% probability.

Who Will Score the First Basket Tonight: January 3, 2024

Thanks to simulating each one of Wednesday'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
Anthony Davis (Lakers)	17.8%
LeBron James (Lakers)	15.7%
De'Aaron Fox (Kings)	15.2%
Kawhi Leonard (Clippers)	15.2%
Domantas Sabonis (Kings)	13.8%
Tyler Herro (Heat)	13.7%
Lauri Markkanen (Jazz)	13.2%

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

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

Today's NBA First Basket Picks: January 3, 2024

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All of Dimers' NBA first basket predictions for Wednesday, January 3, 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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