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NBA first basket picks and predictions for Wednesday, April 8, 2026
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Written by Damien Souness, Chief Innovation Officer
Get first basket predictions today guided by expert analysis of NBA slate on 4/8.
Our NBA first basket picks and predictions for today—Wednesday, April 8, 2026—are live with the Suns' Jalen Green projected as the most likely player to score first.
Dimers’ first basket projections draw on detailed first basket stats, including player efficiency, shot frequency, and expected starting lineups, forming part of our daily NBA player projections.
Green, Devin Booker and Dillon Brooks lead Wednesday’s most likely first basket scorers.
NBA first basket predictions tonight (April 8, 2026)
| Player | Team | Probability |
|---|---|---|
| Jalen Green | Suns | 12.6% |
| Devin Booker | Suns | 12.3% |
| Dillon Brooks | Suns | 11.2% |
Conclusion: Betting on today's NBA first basket
For Wednesday, April 8, 2026, Jalen Green, Devin Booker and Dillon Brooks lead our first basket projections. All picks and predictions are derived from Dimers’ NBA first basket model.
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Damien Souness leverages over 15 years of experience to create engaging content focused on sports, online gaming and wagering. As Chief Innovation Officer at Cipher Sports Technology Group, the parent company of Dimers, he offers strategic insights and innovative solutions to enhance the player experience.
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