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#NBA Season Recap (+47.81u) : Regular season: Record: 380-298 Profit: +41.53 ROI: 6.12% Playoffs: Record: 41-34 Profit: +1.63u ROI: 2.17% Futures: Record: 2-1 Profit: +4.65u ROI: 132.86% Total Profit: +47.81u End of another profitable NBA season. I'm not happy with my playoff performance since I smashed last season post-season but I'm glad we finished the season close to +50u. Thanks for all the support during the process! #GamblingX
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πŸ€ NBA Recap | October 28, 2026 | Season: 14-12 (-0.11u) βœ… Cooper Flagg O23.5 PTS (-120 MGM) β€” 1.0u ❌ Aaron Nesmith U15.5 PR (-120 MGM) β€” 1.0u ❌ Rudy Gobert O22.5 PR (-104 FD) β€” 1.0u ❌ Austin Reaves O33.5 PA (-108 FD) β€” 2.0u A brutal 1-3 night (-3.17u). - Cooper Flagg was our only winner, taking advantage of OKC's depleted defense and delivering exactly the scoring performance we expected. - Austin Reaves was easily the biggest disappointment of the night. With Doncic out, we expected him to take over offensively, especially considering his incredible historical production in similar situations. Unfortunately, he fell well short of expectations on our 2.0u play. - Nesmith and Gobert couldn't get their props home either, making this our toughest night of the season so far. Tough night. On to the next one. #GamblingX #PlayerProps
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#NBA | 2026-10-28 | Lakers vs. Clippers Austin Reaves Over 33.5 Points + Assists (-120 FD, -125 CZR, -115 DK) - 2u - With Luka Doncic OUT, everything should run through Austin Reaves tonight. I expect him to take over as the Lakers' primary offensive creator, with a massive increase in both scoring and playmaking responsibilities. - 6/6 hit rate over the previous two seasons with 30%+ usage when at least one of LeBron or Luka was unavailable, averaging nearly 50 PA. That's an incredible historical sample and shows just how high his ceiling can be when he's given the keys to the offense. - Reaves has already started this season on fire, even while sharing the floor with Luka. His PA numbers through the first four games: 29 PA vs. Warriors 37 PA vs. Clippers 33 PA vs. Jazz 33 PA vs. Blazers - He already recorded 37 PA against the Clippers earlier this season with Doncic active. That's particularly encouraging considering how much more offensive responsibility he could have tonight. - Reaves has been extremely efficient and aggressive offensively to start the season. Now, with the potential for significantly more touches, shot attempts, and playmaking opportunities, I expect his production to reach another level. - He's already been producing around this line with Luka on the floor. Without him, I absolutely love Reaves' chances of delivering a massive PA performance tonight! πŸ“Š Research: @propsmadness Use code "MELO" for 25% off your subscription. #GamblingX #PlayerProps
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#NBA | 2026-10-28 | Mavericks vs. Thunder Cooper Flagg Over 23.5 Points (-120 MGM, -121 CZR, -130 FD) - I'm usually very cautious about targeting players against OKC, but tonight's situation is completely different. The Thunder are coming into Dallas severely shorthanded, missing several key pieces of their elite defensive system. - Chet Holmgren, Jalen Williams, Alex Caruso, and Cason Wallace are all OUT. OKC already has some size concerns in certain matchups, and losing Holmgren and Williams makes those problems even worse. They're also missing two of their best perimeter defenders. - Flagg, on the other hand, has been absolutely outstanding since the preseason. His scoring production per minute and usage have both been extremely encouraging, and he's clearly becoming one of Dallas' primary offensive weapons. - I honestly don't see anyone on OKC's available roster who can comfortably match up with Flagg. Kenrich Williams might be their best option, but I don't see him being able to contain Flagg for an entire game, especially with the Thunder's defensive rotation so depleted. - We've already seen Flagg clear this line against tough individual matchups involving elite defenders like Amen Thompson and Giannis Antetokounmpo. That's particularly encouraging considering the defensive personnel he'll be facing tonight. - With OKC missing so much defensive talent, I expect Dallas to lean heavily on Flagg's scoring ability. His usage, physical advantages, and offensive aggression give him a great opportunity to put together another big scoring performance. - I expect Flagg to be extremely aggressive offensively tonight, and I really like his chances of clearing 23.5 points against this depleted Thunder defense! πŸ“Š Research: @propsmadness Use code "MELO" for 25% off your subscription. #GamblingX #PlayerProps
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#NBA | 2026-10-28 | Timberwolves vs. Warriors Rudy Gobert Over 22.5 Points + Rebounds (-104 FD, -106 CZR, -107 DK) - Anthony Edwards is OUT tonight. Historically, Gobert has been more productive without Ant on the floor. Edwards tends to use pick-and-roll situations primarily to create his own shots rather than consistently finding the rolling big man. Without him, I expect Gobert to get more opportunities to finish around the rim. - But the biggest reason I love this play is the matchup. Golden State has been extremely vulnerable against traditional, low-usage centers. Their lack of size creates serious problems defending the paint, especially when they don't send additional help. And against centers who aren't primary scoring threats, that extra help rarely comes. - Gobert recorded 32 and 38 PR against the Warriors last season without Edwards. He's already shown exactly how much damage he can do in this matchup when given the opportunity. - Just look at what opposing centers have done against Golden State this season: Walker Kessler: 35 PR Khaman Maluach: 18 PR Zach Edey: 18 PR (22 min) - These aren't necessarily high-usage offensive players, yet they've been able to produce against Golden State's undersized frontcourt. That's exactly the type of matchup I want for Gobert. - With Edwards unavailable, Gobert should have more opportunities offensively, while Golden State's lack of interior size gives him a favorable rebounding matchup. I expect him to be heavily involved around the basket on both ends. - I'm expecting Gobert to dominate the paint tonight. Between the potential increase in scoring opportunities and his rebounding advantage, I really like his chances of clearing 22.5 PR! πŸ“Š Research: @propsmadness Use code "MELO" for 25% off your subscription. #GamblingX #PlayerProps
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#NBA | 2026-10-28 | Pacers vs. 76ers Aaron Nesmith Under 15.5 Points + Rebounds (-120 MGM, -125 FD, -128 CZR) - This play is primarily about minutes. Rick Carlisle was asked why Nesmith played only 20 minutes against Milwaukee, and his response was pretty straightforward: "He's got a 20-minute limit." With Nesmith still working his way back from a hamstring injury, I don't expect a significant increase in his playing time tonight. - 26/26 hit rate over the previous two seasons when playing 17–23 minutes. That's an incredible historical sample, and his current minutes restriction puts him right in that range. - Even if Haliburton and Nembhard end up missing the game, I don't expect Nesmith to suddenly become a high-usage offensive player. His role has never been about creating offense, and I don't see that changing just because Indiana is shorthanded. - The matchup makes this under even more appealing. Nesmith will likely spend a significant portion of his minutes matched up against either Jaylen Brown or LeBron James. Both present a serious size and physicality disadvantage for him, making it a difficult environment to generate points and rebounds. - With a clear minutes restriction, an unfavorable matchup, and an outstanding historical hit rate in this playing-time range, I really like Nesmith's chances of staying under 15.5 PR tonight! πŸ“Š Research: @propsmadness Use code "MELO" for 25% off your subscription. #GamblingX #PlayerProps
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πŸ€ NBA Recap | October 27, 2026 | Season: 13-9 (+3.06u) βœ… Julius Randle O24.5 PA (-114 FD) β€” 28 PA - Randle delivers once again, finishing with 28 PA. 3/3 on Randle props this season! 🎯 On to the next one! πŸ’ͺ #GamblingX #PlayerProps
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#NBA | 2026-10-27 | Nets vs. Celtics Julius Randle Over 24.5 Points + Assists (-114 FD, -120 CZR, -122 DK) - We're going right back to Randle after cashing our first two plays on him this season! Same reasoning, same offensive role, and we're getting the original 24.5 line again. - Jordi Fernandez has been extremely optimistic about Randle's playmaking ability, even stating, "I think that this could be his best playmaking year." He's clearly one of Brooklyn's primary offensive creators, and the ball has consistently been in his hands. - Randle recorded 40 and 28 PA in his first two games, comfortably cashing both of our previous plays. His scoring and facilitating responsibilities have been exactly what we expected coming into the season. - Against Indiana, Randle finished with just 17 PA in 24 minutes due to a massive blowout. Despite shooting an awful 2/8 from the field, he still managed 7 assists. With his usual minutes, he would've had a realistic chance of clearing 24.5 even on a terrible shooting night. - 20/23 hit rate over the previous two seasons with similar usage and potential assist numbers. His current offensive role gives us every reason to expect that production to continue. - Boston is coming off a back-to-back, while Brooklyn has had a day to rest. There's also a possibility that Paul George gets rested, which could make this matchup more manageable for the Nets. I'm expecting Brooklyn to be competitive enough to keep Randle on the floor for his usual minutes. - Two straight cashes, a secure offensive role, and a return to the 24.5 line. I'm more than happy to run it back for a third time! πŸ“Š Research: @propsmadness Use code "MELO" for 25% off your subscription. #GamblingX #PlayerProps
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#NBA | 2026-10-27 | Nets vs. Celtics Julius Randle Over 24.5 Points + Assists (-114 FD, -120 CZR, -122 DK) - We're going right back to Randle after cashing our first two plays on him this season! Same reasoning, same offensive role, and we're getting the original 24.5 line again. - Jordi Fernandez has been extremely optimistic about Randle's playmaking ability, even stating, "I think that this could be his best playmaking year." He's clearly one of Brooklyn's primary offensive creators, and the ball has consistently been in his hands. - Randle recorded 40 and 28 PA in his first two games, comfortably cashing both of our previous plays. His scoring and facilitating responsibilities have been exactly what we expected coming into the season. - Against Indiana, Randle finished with just 17 PA in 24 minutes due to a massive blowout. Despite shooting an awful 2/8 from the field, he still managed 7 assists. With his usual minutes, he would've had a realistic chance of clearing 24.5 even on a terrible shooting night. - 20/23 hit rate over the previous two seasons with similar usage and potential assist numbers. His current offensive role gives us every reason to expect that production to continue. - Boston is coming off a back-to-back, while Brooklyn has had a day to rest. There's also a possibility that Paul George gets rested, which could make this matchup more manageable for the Nets. I'm expecting Brooklyn to be competitive enough to keep Randle on the floor for his usual minutes. - Two straight cashes, a secure offensive role, and a return to the 24.5 line. I'm more than happy to run it back for a third time! πŸ“Š Research: @propsmadness Use code "MELO" for 25% off your subscription. #GamblingX #PlayerProps
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πŸ€ NBA Recap | October 26, 2026 | Season: 12-9 (+2.18u) βœ… Anthony Davis O21.5 PTS (-110 FD) βœ… Isaiah Hartenstein O12.5 RA (-120 DK) ❌ Paul George O27.5 PRA (-123 DK) ❌ Ayo Dosunmu O15.5 PR (-130 FD) Another frustrating 2-2 night (-0.26u). AD and Hartenstein both cashed comfortably! Two great reads that played out exactly as expected. Paul George was on track to clear his line, but a third-quarter blowout cut his minutes short. Another frustrating loss where game script worked against us. The reads are encouraging, but the results haven't been going our way lately. On to the next one! πŸ’ͺ #GamblingX #PlayerProps
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#NBA | 2026-10-26 | Thunder vs. Suns Isaiah Hartenstein Over 12.5 Rebounds + Assists (-120 DK, -125 FD, -125 MGM) - This is one of my favorite spots for Hartenstein. Both Jalen Williams and Chet Holmgren are OUT tonight, leaving Oklahoma City with a massive rebounding void and a significant shortage of offensive playmaking. - Hartenstein has consistently stepped up in situations like this. He's an excellent rebounder and an underrated passer for a center, and I expect him to take on additional responsibilities in both areas with two of OKC's key players unavailable. - 8/8 hit rate over the previous two seasons without both Williams and Holmgren, averaging 16 rebounds and 7 assists. That's an incredible historical sample and shows exactly how much his production can increase when the Thunder are shorthanded. - The matchup makes this play even more attractive. It's obviously a very small sample this early in the season, but Phoenix has been absolutely terrible at limiting both rebounds and assists through its first two games, ranking at the bottom of the league in both categories. - With Holmgren's rebounding and Williams' playmaking missing from the lineup, I expect Hartenstein to be heavily involved on the glass and serve as an additional offensive facilitator. He should have plenty of opportunities to clear this line through both rebounds and assists. - Great historical numbers in this exact situation, increased responsibilities, and an extremely favorable early-season matchup. I really like Hartenstein's chances of putting up a big RA performance tonight! πŸ“Š Research: @propsmadness Use code "MELO" for 25% off your subscription. #GamblingX #PlayerProps
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#NBA | 2026-10-26 | Celtics vs. Bulls Paul George Over 27.5 Points + Rebounds + Assists (-123 DK, -125 FD, -125 CZR) - PG had an insane debut performance and clearly showed that he still has plenty left in the tank. He's recorded 46 and 24 PRA in his first two games, and I'm expecting another big performance tonight. - The Knicks were a tough matchup for a wing player like PG, but tonight we're looking at almost the complete opposite. Chicago's fast-paced basketball and poor wing defense create an extremely favorable environment for him. - Just look at what opposing wings have done against the Bulls: Kawhi Leonard: 34 PRA (24 min) Scottie Barnes: 34 PRA (26 min) RJ Barrett: 27 PRA (26 min) Kyle Kuzma: 27 PRA Jaime Jaquez Jr.: 35 PRA Kyshawn George: 36 PRA Julian Champagnie: 29 PRA - These aren't isolated performances. Chicago's defensive struggles against wings have been a consistent issue, and their high-tempo style creates even more opportunities for opposing players to fill up the stat sheet. - PG recorded 32 and 38 PRA in his two games against the Bulls last season. He's already shown that he can take advantage of this matchup. - I particularly like how Chicago's pace benefits versatile wings who can contribute across multiple categories. PG doesn't need an extraordinary scoring night to clear this line, as his rebounding and playmaking give him additional paths to get there. - With his offensive role looking strong and one of the most favorable matchups he could ask for, I'm expecting 30+ PRA from PG tonight. πŸ“Š Research: @propsmadness Use code "MELO" for 25% off your subscription. #GamblingX #PlayerProps
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#NBA | 2026-10-26 | Timberwolves vs. Cavaliers Ayo Dosunmu Over 15.5 Points + Rebounds (-130 FD) - Anthony Edwards took a hit to his knee last game and was receiving treatment afterward. He's now listed as questionable with right knee injury management, and considering Minnesota is playing on the second night of a back-to-back, I wouldn't be surprised if they decide to rest him. - If Edwards sits, I fully expect Dosunmu to move into the starting lineup. However, even if Edwards plays, Dosunmu's role as the team's sixth man is extremely secure, and I'm comfortable with his playing time either way. - Cleveland has some serious issues with its perimeter defense. Neither Harden nor Mitchell is particularly reliable defensively, making this an attractive matchup for opposing guards. - We've already seen opposing guards put up impressive numbers against Cleveland. Egor Demin recorded 26 PR, VJ Edgecombe 18 PR, and Tyrese Maxey 35 PR against the Cavaliers. - Dosunmu's usage increases by approximately 10% with Edwards off the floor. That's a massive boost in offensive opportunities, and if Edwards misses tonight's game, Dosunmu could have a significantly higher ceiling. - Even without an Edwards absence, I like Dosunmu's established role and this favorable matchup. I'm expecting somewhere around 18–20 PR tonight, with the potential for even more if Edwards sits. πŸ“Š Research: @propsmadness Use code "MELO" for 25% off your subscription. #GamblingX #PlayerProps
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#NBA | 2026-10-26 | Wizards vs. Hornets Anthony Davis Over 21.5 Points (-110 FD, -110 CZR, -115 MGM) - After cashing our 2.0u play on AD in the season opener, we're finally going back to him! I stayed away from his next two games because Toronto was a tough matchup, followed by a back-to-back against Chicago. Now that we're getting a 21.5 line , it's AD time! - Charlotte is an interesting team defensively, but I just don't see either DiabatΓ© or Kalkbrenner being able to contain AD without getting into foul trouble. Even a struggling Bam Adebayo managed to put up 20 points against them recently. I'm expecting at least 25 points from AD tonight. - Washington will likely face size disadvantages in several areas of this matchup, especially offensively. That's why I expect them to rely heavily on AD in the half-court offense, feeding him the ball frequently and letting him attack Charlotte's frontcourt. - Despite shooting poorly in his last two games, AD's usage remains extremely high. He shot just 3/12 against Toronto and 8/21 against Chicago, but the offensive opportunities were still there. His 21 FGA against the Bulls are especially encouraging. - We already saw his ceiling in the season opener when he dropped 34 points against Milwaukee. The scoring volume is there, his role remains secure, and I expect a much more efficient performance against Charlotte's interior defense. - I expect AD to dominate the paint tonight. With a favorable matchup and plenty of offensive responsibility, I really like his chances of clearing this line again! πŸ“Š Research: @propsmadness Use code "MELO" for 25% off your subscription. #GamblingX #PlayerProps
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πŸ€ NBA Recap | October 25, 2026 | Season: 10-7 (+2.44u) βœ… Luka Doncic O31.5 Points (-120 FD) β€” 52 PTS πŸ”₯ βœ… Ty Jerome O29.5 PA (-114 FD) β€” 37 PA ❌ Rui Hachimura O5.5 Rebounds (+113 DK) ❌ Domantas Sabonis O6.5 Assists (-133 DK) ❌ LeBron James O7.5 Rebounds (+110 FD) A frustrating 2-3 night (-1.29u), despite two incredible performances. Unfortunately, the other three picks weren't even particularly close. Hachimura, Sabonis, and LeBron all fell well short of expectations. It's becoming clear that we may need more early-season data before getting too aggressive with rebound and assist props. Roles, rotations, and matchup tendencies are still evolving, and historical numbers alone might not be enough. Two excellent reads, but a disappointing overall result. Time to make adjustments and come back stronger! #GamblingX #PlayerProps
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#NBA | 2026-10-25 | 76ers vs. Pistons LeBron James Over 7.5 Rebounds (+110 FD, +105 CZR, +105 MGM) - I really like LeBron's rebounding opportunities tonight, especially considering Philadelphia's extremely thin frontcourt rotation. - Nick Nurse has specifically mentioned LeBron and Dean Wade as potential small-ball centers alongside Adem Bona. With Embiid OUT and Bona being an undersized center himself, I expect the Sixers to rely heavily on smaller lineups where LeBron's rebounding will be absolutely crucial. - The matchup is also encouraging. Detroit will be without Jalen Duren, with Paul Reed expected to take over at center. Reed is a capable rebounder, but he doesn't provide the same physical presence and rebounding aggression as Duren. I don't expect Philadelphia's smaller lineups to be completely overwhelmed on the glass. - LeBron has already recorded 9 and 10 rebounds in his first two games this season. His involvement on the glass has been excellent, and the current rotation situation gives us even more reason to expect that production to continue. - With Embiid unavailable and the Sixers potentially playing significant small-ball minutes, I expect LeBron to take on additional rebounding responsibilities. At plus money, I really like his chances of clearing this line! πŸ“Š Research: @propsmadness Use code "MELO" for 25% off your subscription. #GamblingX #PlayerProps
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#NBA | 2026-10-25 | Grizzlies vs. Kings Ty Jerome Over 29.5 Points + Assists (-114 FD, -117 CZR, -119 DK) - I'm extremely optimistic about Jerome's offensive role in Memphis this season. With Ja Morant gone, he's taken over as the team's primary ball handler and clear offensive leader, with Cameron Boozer providing some additional playmaking support. - Head coach Tuomas Iisalo confirmed that the ball is in Jerome's hands a lot with the starting unit. He also praised Jerome for finding a better balance between moving the ball and being aggressive offensively. - We've already seen how massive his role is. Jerome played 32 minutes in both games, recording an incredible 51 and 33 PA. He's clearly the focal point of Memphis' offense, and I expect that involvement to continue. - The matchup is another huge reason I love this play. Sacramento has been one of the worst defensive teams in the league since last season, and I don't see much reason to expect a significant improvement. - 9/11 hit rate over the last two seasons with similar statistical involvement. He also recorded 35 PA in just 21 minutes against the Kings last season, showing how productive he can be in this matchup. - I specifically prefer the PA line over his points line because Jerome has shown impressive assist production relative to his minutes in previous seasons. While he's clearly capable of putting up huge scoring numbers, his playmaking gives us another path to cash if his shot isn't falling. - Same massive offensive role, a fantastic matchup, and multiple ways to clear this line. I really like Jerome's chances of delivering another big performance tonight! πŸ“Š Research: @propsmadness Use code "MELO" for 25% off your subscription. #GamblingX #PlayerProps
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#NBA | 2026-10-25 | Kings vs. Grizzlies Domantas Sabonis Over 6.5 Assists (-133 DK, -140 FD, -145 CZR) - I'm extremely optimistic about Sabonis' playmaking role this season. He's easily the most reliable and experienced offensive facilitator on this Kings roster, and I expect him to remain heavily involved in creating opportunities for his teammates. - Head coach Doug Christie recently talked about running the offense through Sabonis in open sets and elbow sets, essentially using him as a secondary ball handler alongside Darius Acuff Jr. That's exactly the kind of offensive involvement we want to see. - Sabonis himself has been very vocal about wanting the ball in his hands more often. After the season opener, he specifically said: "Get me the ball more so I can swing it and get guys open." He also emphasized that Sacramento is at its best when the ball moves through him and he gets to make reads for his teammates. - We've already seen encouraging results in the first two games. Sabonis recorded 8 and 10 assists, respectively, despite facing two above-average defensive teams in the Clippers and Blazers. - 15/20 hit rate over the previous two seasons when recording 13+ potential assists. With his current role and the coaching staff's emphasis on using him as an offensive hub, I expect plenty of opportunities for him to reach that range again. - Sacramento simply doesn't have many players capable of consistently creating for others at Sabonis' level. With his passing ability and the amount of offense running through him, I really like his chances of clearing this line again tonight. πŸ“Š Research: @propsmadness Use code "MELO" for 25% off your subscription. #GamblingX #PlayerProps
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#NBA | 2026-10-25 | Clippers vs. Thunder Rui Hachimura Over 5.5 Rebounds (+113 DK, +104 FD, +104 CZR) - We're going right back to Rui after cashing his rebound over in both of his first two games! Same line, better odds, and another matchup I really like. - Clippers head coach Tyronn Lue made it clear during the preseason that he wants Rui to average 7–8 rebounds per game this season. He specifically emphasized how important Rui's rebounding is for their relatively small lineup. - Rui himself acknowledged that rebounding was one of the first things the coaching staff discussed with him when he arrived in LA. It's clearly a major point of emphasis, and we're already seeing the results. - 8 and 6 rebounds in his first two games, despite struggling offensively. He played 32 and 33 minutes, which is another encouraging sign that his role and playing time are secure. - The Thunder are one of the weaker rebounding teams in the league and haven't looked nearly as dominant as they did last season. I expect Rui to spend a significant portion of the game guarding Chet Holmgren, which should put him in a favorable position to collect rebounds. - OKC allowed the 2nd-most rebounds to opposing power forwards last season. Their defensive system remains largely the same, and I expect Rui to benefit from those same rebounding opportunities. - Two straight cashes, a coaching staff that wants him attacking the glass, and a favorable matchup. At plus money, I'm more than happy to run it back for a third time! πŸ“Š Research: @propsmadness Use code "MELO" for 25% off your subscription. #GamblingX #PlayerProps
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#NBA | 2026-10-25 | Lakers vs. Jazz Luka Doncic Over 31.5 Points (-120 FD) If 31.5 PTS is unavailable, pivot to Over 40.5 Points + Assists instead of taking 32.5 PTS. - Doncic averaged 33.5 points last season, and that number climbed to around 35 PPG without LeBron James. He hasn't reached 30 points in either of his first two games this season, but I fully expect that streak to end tonight. - Despite struggling with his shot, Luka recorded 40%+ usage in both games. His offensive involvement has been absolutely massive, and it's only a matter of time before that translates into a big scoring performance. - 11/11 hit rate last season with 40%+ usage, excluding games in which he suffered an injury. That's an extremely encouraging sample considering the role we've seen from him so far. - But the biggest reason I love this play is the matchup. Utah's perimeter defense is an absolute disaster. Neither Peterson nor George is a particularly good defender, and the Jazz don't even have a reliable defensive guard or wing they can bring off the bench to slow Luka down. - Doncic scored 33+ points in all three games against Utah last season, finishing with 37, 33, and 45 points. This has been an incredible matchup for him historically. - I'm expecting another high-scoring performance from Luka tonight. Maybe not quite the 45-point explosion we saw from Ty Jerome, but I can absolutely see Doncic finishing somewhere around 35–40 points in this matchup. πŸ“Š Research: @propsmadness Use code "MELO" for 25% off your subscription. #GamblingX #PlayerProps
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#NBA | 2026-10-25 | Grizzlies vs. Kings Ty Jerome Over 29.5 Points + Assists (-114 FD, -117 CZR, -119 DK) - I'm extremely optimistic about Jerome's offensive role in Memphis this season. With Ja Morant gone, he's taken over as the team's primary ball handler and clear offensive leader, with Cameron Boozer providing some additional playmaking support. - Head coach Tuomas Iisalo confirmed that the ball is in Jerome's hands a lot with the starting unit. He also praised Jerome for finding a better balance between moving the ball and being aggressive offensively. - We've already seen how massive his role is. Jerome played 32 minutes in both games, recording an incredible 51 and 33 PA. He's clearly the focal point of Memphis' offense, and I expect that involvement to continue. - The matchup is another huge reason I love this play. Sacramento has been one of the worst defensive teams in the league since last season, and I don't see much reason to expect a significant improvement. - 9/11 hit rate over the last two seasons with similar statistical involvement. He also recorded 35 PA in just 21 minutes against the Kings last season, showing how productive he can be in this matchup. - I specifically prefer the PA line over his points line because Jerome has shown impressive assist production relative to his minutes in previous seasons. While he's clearly capable of putting up huge scoring numbers, his playmaking gives us another path to cash if his shot isn't falling. - Same massive offensive role, a fantastic matchup, and multiple ways to clear this line. I really like Jerome's chances of delivering another big performance tonight! πŸ“Š Research: @propsmadness Use code "MELO" for 25% off your subscription. #GamblingX #PlayerProps
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