As one of the most popular sports in the world, there are millions of viewers for just about every game on the NBA slate. With that kind of popularity comes a deeper focus on player stats.
It also makes sense that, in this current sports culture, betting on the games is part of the equation. Instead of looking at things like the money line or spread, there is another route: player props. Here are some of the most popular NBA player prop bets offered each game.
Points
Regarding NBA player props, it stands to reason that the most popular option is player points. After all, every NBA game focuses on the top performers and how their offensive abilities can impact the final score.
Most sportsbooks offer over/under options for each player total. Another thing to consider is the fact that most sportsbooks will also put those points props in half-point increments to avoid pushes (a tie). Plus, there is nothing quite like being able to tune into a game and cheer on your player to a big night rather than having to trust an entire team to come together.
Rebounds
Not every aspect of an NBA game is focused on offense. Some of the best players in the game are the ones who grab rebounds at both ends of the floor. Having possession of the ball typically means keeping it out of the opposition’s hands. That is a winning combination if there ever was one.
So, it makes sense that one of the most popular NBA props revolves around rebounding. Some of the top rebounders may have to pull down 10 or more in order to cover their prop. That said, almost every player involved has a rebound prop for you to wager on. In certain mismatches, it can be highly enticing to take a strong rebounder and their over.
Assists
Moving back to the offensive game, the playmakers are a bit unsung but as integral to the game as those making the shots. The top passers in the game create space and get shooters open, creating better shot chances. Players don’t rack up as many assists as points, on average, but it is still a popular prop to go with.
For the most part, the best players will over around 7-9 assists each game. There is nothing quite like taking a skilled player and watching them dice up the opposition without even having to take a shot.
Blocks
For the defense lovers out there, a few player props center around the defensive end of the floor. In addition to steals, sportsbooks offer blocks as a player prop as well. Blocks are tough to come by in the NBA, so props will typically be set at 0.5 or 1.5, though it could be higher for the more elite defenders.
If you feel like one team matches up better against a particular team than others, it can be a good idea to lean toward defense. Plus, there is nothing quite like covering your bet as a block sails into the crowd.
Player Combos
Though betting on individual stats is cool, player combos may be the most popular way to bet on player stats. Combos are as they sound, allowing bettors to create two- and three-stat combinations. For the most part, it includes points + rebounds, points + assists, assists + rebounds, and points + assists + rebounds. The top players have some pretty high numbers but a big night will provide excitement in more ways than one.
