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Written by Mac Douglass, Senior Editor
Get NBA player props today with projections for Sunday's games.
Dimers' NBA props are live for May 17, 2026, with today's top prop bets led by the likes of Ausar Thompson, Tobias Harris and Evan Mobley.
Our NBA player props model runs continuously, analyzing every Playoffs matchup, including today's Cavaliers vs. Pistons clash, to surface the best NBA player prop bets across the market.
List of NBA prop bets for Sunday's playoffs, 5/17
Below are the top 6 NBA player props for May 17, ranked by probability.
Ausar Thompson over 1.5 blocks (+150)
- Edge: 8.3%
- Probability: 48.3%
- Projection: 1.3
- Game: Cavaliers vs. Pistons (8:00PM ET)
Our model has flagged value on Detroit's Ausar Thompson over 1.5 blocks. A probability of 48.3% gives this play an edge of 8.3% at +150 odds.
Tobias Harris over 1.5 steals (+164)
- Edge: 9.3%
- Probability: 47.2%
- Projection: 1.3
- Game: Cavaliers vs. Pistons (8:00PM ET)
Tobias Harris’s steals prop shows a 9.3% edge at +164 odds, according to our model, which projects him for 1.3 steals on the over 1.5 line.
Evan Mobley over 1.5 steals (+168)
- Edge: 6.8%
- Probability: 44.1%
- Projection: 1.1
- Game: Cavaliers vs. Pistons (8:00PM ET)
The data highlights value on Evan Mobley over 1.5 steals, with simulations showing a 44.1% probability and a 6.8% edge at +168.
Jarrett Allen under 0.5 steals (+171)
- Edge: 5.1%
- Probability: 42.0%
- Projection: 1.1
- Game: Cavaliers vs. Pistons (8:00PM ET)
Our model projects Jarrett Allen to record 1.1 steals today, creating an edge of 5.1% on the under 0.5 line at +171 odds.
Donovan Mitchell to score first basket (+600)
- Edge: 0.8%
- Probability: 15.1%
- Game: Cavaliers vs. Pistons (8:00PM ET)
Simulations indicate value on Donovan Mitchell to score first basket for Cleveland, showing an edge of 0.8% at +600 odds.
Tobias Harris to score first basket (+800)
- Edge: 1.3%
- Probability: 12.4%
- Game: Cavaliers vs. Pistons (8:00PM ET)
Tobias Harris’s to score first basket prop shows an edge of 1.3% at +800 odds, supported by a 12.4% probability according to our model.
NBA player prop summary: Sunday, May 17, 2026
A quick summary of today’s top props by probability according to our model as of 7:58PM ET:
| Prop | Odds | Edge | Probability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ausar Thompson over 1.5 blocks | +150 @ BetMGM | 8.3% | 48.3% |
| Tobias Harris over 1.5 steals | +164 @ DraftKings | 9.3% | 47.2% |
| Evan Mobley over 1.5 steals | +168 @ DraftKings | 5.1% | 42.0% |
| Jarrett Allen under 0.5 steals | +171 @ DraftKings | 5.1% | 42.0% |
| Donovan Mitchell to score first basket | +600 @ FanDuel | 0.8% | 15.1% |
| Tobias Harris to score first basket | +800 @ FanDuel | 1.3% | 12.4% |
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Conclusion
For May 17, 2026, our NBA prop bets feature players such as Ausar Thompson, Tobias Harris and Evan Mobley. Each pick is grounded in real-time data and advanced simulations to help you bet with clarity and purpose.
Built using automation and human oversight, this article draws on the latest data to deliver accurate, timely insights. If using this article for betting, Dimers encourages responsible gambling.
Mac Douglass specializes in NFL previews for the NFC South and NFC East, MLB best bets, Formula 1 race previews, and professional tennis insights. Combining predictive simulations and data-driven sports analysis, Mac provides in-depth content to elevate the betting experience for sports fans.
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