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NBA Playoffs player props today: Tuesday's best props include Jalen Duren [5/5/2026]
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Written by Dave Garofolo, Content Producer
Get NBA player props today with projections for Tuesday's games.
Dimers' NBA props are live for May 05, 2026, with today's top prop bets led by the likes of Jalen Duren, Duncan Robinson and Cade Cunningham.
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 Tuesday's playoffs, 5/5
Sourced from 25+ total props today, below are the top ten NBA player props for May 5, ranked by probability.
Jalen Duren over 16.5 points scored (+110)
- Edge: 7.6%
- Probability: 55.2%
- Projection: 19.0
- Game: Cavaliers vs. Pistons (7:00PM ET)
Our model has flagged value on Detroit's Jalen Duren over 16.5 points scored. A probability of 55.2% gives this play an edge of 7.6% at +110 odds.
Duncan Robinson over 12.5 points scored (+120)
- Edge: 8.6%
- Probability: 54.0%
- Projection: 14.4
- Game: Cavaliers vs. Pistons (7:00PM ET)
Duncan Robinson’s points scored prop shows an 8.6% edge at +120 odds, according to our model, which projects him for 14.4 points scored on the over 12.5 line.
Cade Cunningham over 10.5 assists (+130)
- Edge: 10.1%
- Probability: 53.6%
- Projection: 11.1
- Game: Cavaliers vs. Pistons (7:00PM ET)
The data highlights value on Cade Cunningham over 10.5 assists, with simulations showing a 53.6% probability and a 10.1% edge at +130.
Austin Reaves over 4.5 rebounds (+134)
- Edge: 8.3%
- Probability: 51.0%
- Projection: 4.7
- Game: Lakers vs. Thunder (8:30PM ET)
Our model projects Austin Reaves to put up 4.7 rebounds today, creating an edge of 8.3% on the over 4.5 line at +134 odds.
Ausar Thompson over 10.5 points scored (+140)
- Edge: 9.4%
- Probability: 51.0%
- Projection: 10.9
- Game: Cavaliers vs. Pistons (7:00PM ET)
Simulations indicate value on Ausar Thompson over 10.5 points scored for Detroit, showing an edge of 9.4% at +140 odds.
Jarrett Allen over 1.5 blocks (+147)
- Edge: 8.7%
- Probability: 49.2%
- Projection: 1.4
- Game: Cavaliers vs. Pistons (7:00PM ET)
Jarrett Allen’s blocks prop shows an edge of 8.7% at +147 odds, according to our model, which projects him for 1.4 today.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander over 1.5 steals (+144)
- Edge: 7.3%
- Probability: 48.3%
- Projection: 1.4
- Game: Lakers vs. Thunder (8:30PM ET)
Our model projects Shai Gilgeous-Alexander for 1.4 steals for Oklahoma City, creating an edge of 7.3% on over 1.5 at +144 odds.
Tobias Harris over 1.5 steals (+168)
- Edge: 9.7%
- Probability: 47.0%
- Projection: 1.3
- Game: Cavaliers vs. Pistons (7:00PM ET)
Our expert modelling projects Tobias Harris for 1.3 steals, creating value on the over 1.5 line at +168 odds and a 9.7% edge.
Ajay Mitchell over 1.5 steals (+173)
- Edge: 10.3%
- Probability: 46.9%
- Projection: 1.3
- Game: Lakers vs. Thunder (8:30PM ET)
A 10.3% edge on the over 1.5 steals line makes Ajay Mitchell a value play in Lakers vs. Thunder, with our model projecting him for 1.3 steals at +173 odds.
Donovan Mitchell over 1.5 steals (+178)
- Edge: 10.4%
- Probability: 46.3%
- Projection: 1.2
- Game: Cavaliers vs. Pistons (7:00PM ET)
Simulations project Donovan Mitchell for 1.2 steals here, creating a 10.4% edge on the over 1.5 line at +178 odds.
NBA player prop summary: Tuesday, May 5, 2026
A quick summary of today’s top props by probability according to our model as of 5:33AM ET:
| Matchup | Prop | Odds | Edge | Probability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cavaliers vs. Pistons | Jalen Duren over 16.5 points scored | +110 @ fanatics | 7.6% | 55.2% |
| Cavaliers vs. Pistons | Duncan Robinson over 12.5 points scored | +120 @ fanatics | 8.6% | 54.0% |
| Cavaliers vs. Pistons | Cade Cunningham over 10.5 assists | +130 @ fanatics | 8.3% | 51.0% |
| Lakers vs. Thunder | Austin Reaves over 4.5 rebounds | +134 @ FanDuel | 8.3% | 51.0% |
| Cavaliers vs. Pistons | Ausar Thompson over 10.5 points scored | +140 @ fanatics | 9.4% | 51.0% |
| Cavaliers vs. Pistons | Jarrett Allen over 1.5 blocks | +147 @ DraftKings | 8.7% | 49.2% |
| Lakers vs. Thunder | Shai Gilgeous-Alexander over 1.5 steals | +144 @ DraftKings | 7.3% | 48.3% |
| Cavaliers vs. Pistons | Tobias Harris over 1.5 steals | +168 @ DraftKings | 9.7% | 47.0% |
| Lakers vs. Thunder | Ajay Mitchell over 1.5 steals | +173 @ DraftKings | 10.3% | 46.9% |
| Cavaliers vs. Pistons | Donovan Mitchell over 1.5 steals | +178 @ DraftKings | 10.4% | 46.3% |
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Conclusion
For May 5, 2026, our NBA prop bets feature players such as Jalen Duren, Duncan Robinson and Cade Cunningham. 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.
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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