NBA Player Prop Bets for January 17
As the NBA gears up for an exciting Saturday featuring nine games, bettors have a plethora of prop options to consider. After scouring through the available betting markets, I’ve pinpointed my top player prop bets for January 17.
Highlighted NBA Player Props for Today
- Cade Cunningham: Over 9.5 assists
- Kyshawn George: Over 14.5 points
- LaMelo Ball: Over 18.5 points
Player Prop Analysis
Cade Cunningham’s Assist Prop: Looking at Cunningham, his assist line set at +102 for over 9.5 is particularly enticing. The Detroit Pistons are currently leading the Eastern Conference with a comfortable 4.5-game cushion, and Cunningham has been a standout player, showcasing All-Star potential. Despite dealing with a wrist injury, he’s recently been on fire, providing at least 11 assists in four of his last five games. His ability to facilitate is complemented by teammates like Jalen Duren, who poses a lob threat, and Duncan Robinson, who has found his shooting rhythm. Given the Indiana Pacers are arriving on the second night of a back-to-back, Cunningham is well-positioned to exploit a defense that allowed the unremarkable New Orleans Pelicans to shoot 50% from the floor recently.
Kyshawn George’s Point Prop: The matchup featuring the Washington Wizards against the Denver Nuggets sets the stage for Kyshawn George, especially with several players sidelined for both teams. In his second season, George has been making significant progress and is seizing every opportunity to shine as the Wizards shift focus toward rebuilding. He has scored more than 15 points in four out of his last five games, including a notable 23-point game against the LA Clippers. This is a prime situation for him against a Denver roster that’s missing the defensive tenacity of Christian Braun.
LaMelo Ball’s Scoring Prop: Meanwhile, LaMelo Ball of the Charlotte Hornets is looking to continue his momentum after impressive performances against teams like the Los Angeles Lakers and Oklahoma City Thunder. The Hornets’ win over these opponents has showcased their potential, and Ball has especially stood out, scoring 30 points against the Lakers and surpassing 18.5 points in three out of his last four contests. He previously managed to score 25 points in a game against the Warriors last season and will likely be eager to shine against Steph Curry tonight. Ball has been taking over 20 shots consistently, providing ample opportunity to exceed the set points total for this game.
Fans can catch these matchups at various viewing platforms with times set for 7:30 p.m. ET for the Pistons and the Pacers, 9:00 p.m. ET for the Wizards and Nuggets, and finally, at 8:30 p.m. ET for the Hornets and Warriors. As betting enthusiasts prepare their strategies, they should also take note of special offers like bet365’s early win payout, allowing pre-game moneyline bets to be settled as winners if a team jumps to a 20+ point lead.
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This analysis originally featured on Covers.com, providing in-depth insights for bettors seeking an edge on their favorite NBA action.
