NBA Playoffs player props today: Thursday's best props include Luke Kennard [5/7/2026]

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NBA prop bets for May 7, 2026 are based on the latest odds and projections for Thursday's basketball games.

Dimers' NBA props are live for May 07, 2026, with today's top prop bets led by the likes of Luke Kennard, Rui Hachimura and Deandre Ayton.

Our NBA player props model runs continuously, analyzing every Playoffs matchup, including Cavaliers vs. Pistons and Lakers vs. Thunder, to surface the best NBA player prop bets across the market.

List of NBA prop bets for Thursday's playoffs, 5/7

Sourced from 30+ total props today, below are the top ten NBA player props for May 7, ranked by probability.

Luke Kennard over 9.5 points scored (+120)

Our model has found value on LA Lakers' Luke Kennard over 9.5 points scored. A probability of 51.2% gives this play an edge of 5.7% at +120 odds.

 

Rui Hachimura over 14.5 points scored (+130)

Rui Hachimura’s points scored prop shows a 5.4% edge at +130 odds, according to our model, which projects him for 14.0 points scored on the over 14.5 line.

 

Deandre Ayton over 11.5 points scored (+140)

The data highlights value on Deandre Ayton over 11.5 points scored, with simulations showing a 48.2% probability and a 6.5% edge at +140.

 

Isaiah Hartenstein over 4.5 assists (+270)

Our model projects Isaiah Hartenstein to put up 4.0 assists today, creating an edge of 20.3% on the over 4.5 line at +270 odds.

 

Ajay Mitchell over 1.5 steals (+168)

Simulations indicate value on Ajay Mitchell over 1.5 steals for Oklahoma City, showing an edge of 9.1% at +168 odds.

 

Deandre Ayton over 1.5 blocks (+169)

Deandre Ayton’s blocks prop shows an edge of 9.2% at +169 odds, according to our model, which projects him for 1.1 today.

 

Austin Reaves over 5.5 rebounds (+185)

Our model projects Austin Reaves for 4.8 rebounds for LA Lakers, creating an edge of 11.2% on over 5.5 at +185 odds.

 

Isaiah Hartenstein over 9.5 rebounds (+150)

Our expert modelling projects Isaiah Hartenstein for 8.8 rebounds, creating value on the over 9.5 line at +150 odds and a 5.9% edge.

 

Isaiah Hartenstein over 1.5 steals (+171)

A 7.1% edge on the over 9.5 steals line makes Isaiah Hartenstein a value play in Lakers vs. Thunder, with our model projecting him for 1.0 steals at +171 odds.

 

Luguentz Dort over 1.5 steals (+183)

Simulations project Luguentz Dort for 1.0 steals here, creating a 8.0% edge on the over 1.5 line at +183 odds.

 

NBA player prop summary: Thursday, May 7, 2026

A quick summary of today’s top props by probability according to our model as of 8:48PM ET:

Matchup Prop Odds Edge Probability
Lakers vs. Thunder Luke Kennard over 9.5 points scored +120 @ fanatics 5.7% 51.2%
Lakers vs. Thunder Rui Hachimura over 14.5 points scored +130 @ fanatics 5.4% 48.9%
Lakers vs. Thunder Deandre Ayton over 11.5 points scored +140 @ fanatics 20.3% 47.3%
Lakers vs. Thunder Isaiah Hartenstein over 4.5 assists +270 @ fanatics 20.3% 47.3%
Lakers vs. Thunder Ajay Mitchell over 1.5 steals +168 @ DraftKings 9.1% 46.4%
Lakers vs. Thunder Deandre Ayton over 1.5 blocks +169 @ DraftKings 9.2% 46.4%
Lakers vs. Thunder Austin Reaves over 5.5 rebounds +185 @ fanatics 11.2% 46.3%
Lakers vs. Thunder Isaiah Hartenstein over 9.5 rebounds +150 @ fanatics 5.9% 45.9%
Lakers vs. Thunder Isaiah Hartenstein over 1.5 steals +171 @ DraftKings 7.1% 44.0%
Lakers vs. Thunder Luguentz Dort over 1.5 steals +183 @ DraftKings 8.0% 43.4%
 

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Conclusion

For May 7, 2026, our NBA prop bets feature players such as Luke Kennard, Rui Hachimura and Deandre Ayton. 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 promotes responsible gambling.

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Dave Garofolo uses sophisticated AI-driven analytics to make predictions and evaluate player performances in the NBA, MLB, NFL, NHL, NCAAM, and PGA TOUR tournaments, crafting insightful game and prop previews.

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