NBA First Basket Predictions Today - Wednesday 12/27/2023

Another action-packed day of NBA action is on the cards, and we've simulated all of today's matchups 10,000 times to find the best NBA first basket predictions and odds for Wednesday, December 27, 2023.

Wednesday's NBA games are expected to feature players such as Donovan Mitchell, Cam Thomas and Paolo Banchero, 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 basketball fans to bet on, and by using Wednesday's data-driven NBA predictions below, you can gain an edge over other bettors.

The top online sportsbooks across the country offer odds on NBA first basket scorers, but identifying where the best value lies can be puzzling. That's where Dimers.com's trusted approach comes into play.

Here, we 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 December 27.

Best First Basket Picks Tonight: Wednesday 12/27/2023

After simulating the result of today's NBA matchups 10,000 times each, our predictive model has discovered the best NBA first basket bets for you to make on Wednesday.

1. Jalen Brunson To Score First Basket (+800)

• Odds: +800
• Edge: 2.3%
• Probability: 13.4%
• Matchup: Knicks vs. Thunder (8:00PM EST)

Our model has identified the best NBA first basket bet for today's NBA slate, which is in the game between the Knicks and Thunder. The bet is on Jalen Brunson (NY) at odds of +800 with FanDuel Sportsbook, and our model has found an edge of 2.3%.

The next two recommended bets are for Kyle Kuzma (1.4% edge) to score first in the Raptors vs. Wizards game and Julius Randle (1.0%) to score the first basket in the Knicks vs. Thunder matchup.

2. Kyle Kuzma To Score First Basket (+800)

• Odds: +800
• Edge: 1.4%
• Probability: 12.5%
• Game: Raptors vs. Wizards (7:00PM EST)

The next best NBA first basket bet for today comes in the Raptors vs. Wizards game, where our model has found an edge of 1.4% on Kyle Kuzma (WAS) at odds of +800 with FanDuel Sportsbook.

3. Julius Randle To Score First Basket (+700)

• Odds: +700
• Edge: 1.0%
• Probability: 13.5%
• Game: Knicks vs. Thunder (8:00PM EST)

Our next NBA first basket bet on Wednesday comes in the Knicks vs. Thunder game, where our model has found an edge of 1.0% on Julius Randle (NY) at odds of +700 with FanDuel Sportsbook.

4. Jordan Poole To Score First Basket (+850)

• Odds: +850
• Edge: 0.8%
• Probability: 11.4%
• Game: Raptors vs. Wizards (7:00PM EST)

The next best first basket bet for today's NBA action comes in the Raptors vs. Wizards game, where our model has found an edge of 0.8% on Jordan Poole (WAS) at odds of +850 with FanDuel Sportsbook.

5. Paolo Banchero To Score First Basket (+600)

• Odds: +600
• Edge: 0.1%
• Probability: 14.4%
• Matchup: 76ers vs. Magic (7:00PM EST)

Rounding out our top five NBA first basket bets for today is Paolo Banchero (ORL) at odds of +600 in the 76ers vs. Magic game. Here, our model has found an edge of 0.1% with FanDuel Sportsbook.

Tonight's NBA First Basket Predictions: Wednesday, December 27, 2023

In addition to presenting the best NBA first basket bets today, Dimers.com has also found 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 across today's matchups is Donovan Mitchell, with a probability of 16.0%.

Additionally, the players with the next highest likelihood of scoring the first basket today are Cam Thomas, with a 14.6% probability, and Paolo Banchero, with a 14.4% probability.

Who Will Score the First Basket Tonight: December 27, 2023

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
Donovan Mitchell (Cavaliers)	16.0%
Cam Thomas (Nets)	14.6%
Paolo Banchero (Magic)	14.4%
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (Thunder)	14.3%
Kevin Durant (Suns)	13.9%
Scottie Barnes (Raptors)	13.7%
Tyrese Maxey (76ers)	13.6%
Julius Randle (Knicks)	13.5%
Alperen Sengun (Rockets)	13.5%
Jalen Brunson (Knicks)	13.4%

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

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

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.

Tonight's NBA First Basket Picks: December 27, 2023

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 December 27, 2023, 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 for Wednesday, December 27, are the result of thousands of data-driven game simulations, providing reliable and accurate NBA predictions to help you make informed decisions.

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