Get first basket predictions today guided by expert analysis of Wednesday's NBA slate.
Our NBA first basket predictions for October 29, 2025, are based on Wednesday's latest data and matchups.
Our NBA first basket predictions for Wednesday, October 29, 2025, are live—with Zion Williamson of the Pelicans the most likely player to score the first basket based on the latest Dimers Pro simulation data.
Wednesday's first basket predictions pull from our proprietary NBA first basket odds and player projections, which highlight not only first basket chances, but also projected points, rebounds, assists and more for every player on today's basketball slate.
Who will score the first basket tonight? [October 29, 2025]
According to our data-driven analysis, the most likely NBA player to score the first basket across all of today's games is Zion Williamson, with a probability of 19.0%.
Player (Team)
FB Probability
Zion Williamson (Pelicans)
19.0%
Anthony Davis (Mavericks)
17.1%
Ja Morant (Grizzlies)
16.3%
Devin Booker (Suns)
15.2%
Pascal Siakam (Pacers)
15.2%
Julius Randle (Timberwolves)
15.2%
Cam Thomas (Nets)
15.2%
Nikola Vucevic (Bulls)
13.8%
Lauri Markkanen (Jazz)
13.7%
Deandre Ayton (Lakers)
13.6%
Following Williamson closely are Anthony Davis at 17.1% and Ja Morant at 16.3%.
Devin Booker and Pascal Siakam are among those in the top 10, with the full list of first basket projections for Wednesday available via today’s NBA player projections.
Anthony Davis is one of the most likely NBA players to score the first basket on Wednesday, October 29, 2025.
Best NBA first basket picks [10/29/2025]
Having simulated the outcome of today's NBA slate thousands of times, our trusted predictive analytics model has found the best NBA first basket betting pick for Wednesday.
Our model has identified the best NBA first basket bet for today's NBA slate in the game between the Magic and Pistons. The bet is on Jalen Suggs (ORL) at odds of +1100 with FanDuel Sportsbook, with an edge of 3.6% according to our analysis.
Although Suggs doesn't feature in our model's top 10 most likely first basket scorers for Wednesday's NBA slate, he does present the best betting opportunity for those searching for an edge on the market.
For October 29, 2025, our NBA first basket predictions highlight star players including Zion Williamson, Anthony Davis and Ja Morant—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 Jalen Suggs who emerges as the top pick, showing a calculated 3.6% edge at +1100 odds.
These projections are built from 10,000 game simulations, giving you a reliable base 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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