NBA first basket predictions for Thursday include Devin Booker, Ivica Zubac [11/6/2025]

Our NBA first basket predictions for Thursday, November 6, 2025, are live—with Devin Booker of the Suns the most likely player to score the first basket based on the latest Dimers Pro simulation data.

Thursday's first basket predictions come straight from our NBA first basket odds and player projections, which highlight not only first basket probabilities, but also projected points, rebounds, assists and more for every player on today's basketball slate.

Who will score the first basket tonight? [November 6, 2025]

According to our data-driven analysis, the most likely NBA player to score the first basket in Thursday's clash is Devin Booker, with a probability of 15.1%.

Player (Team)	FB Probability
Devin Booker (Suns)	15.1%
Ivica Zubac (Clippers)	13.7%
Bradley Beal (Clippers)	11.0%
Mark Williams (Suns)	10.6%
Kris Dunn (Clippers)	8.8%
Royce O'Neale (Suns)	6.8%

Following Booker closely are Ivica Zubac at 13.7% and Bradley Beal at 11.0%.

Mark Williams and Kris Dunn are among those in the top 10, with the full list of first basket projections for Thursday available via today’s NBA player projections.

Best NBA first basket picks [11/6/2025]

Having simulated the outcome of today's NBA matchups 10,000 times each, our predictive model has discovered the best NBA first basket bet for you to make on Thursday.

Kris Dunn first basket scorer

• Odds: +1400
• Edge: 2.1%
• Probability: 8.8%
• Game: Clippers vs. Suns (9:00PM EST)

Our model has identified the best NBA first basket bet for Thursday's NBA slate in the game between the Clippers and Suns. The bet is on Kris Dunn (LAC) at odds of +1400 with FanDuel Sportsbook, with an edge of 2.1% according to our analysis.

NBA schedule for today [11/6/2025]

• Clippers vs. Suns (9:00PM ET, Thursday)

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Conclusion

For November 6, 2025, our NBA first basket predictions showcase standout players such as Devin Booker, Ivica Zubac and Bradley Beal—all of whom are among the top projected chances to open the scoring in today’s games. But when it comes to betting value, it’s Kris Dunn who emerges as the top pick, producing a calculated 2.1% edge at +1400 odds.

These projections are the result of 10,000 simulations, giving you a reliable starting point for smarter prop betting. Always wager with care—help is available at 1-800-GAMBLER if you or someone close to you needs support.

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