NBA Underdog Fantasy Player Predictions for Thursday (3/27)

Biyombo of the Spurs

I’m here to give you a (free!) peek behind the curtain regarding some of the awesome things our NBA DFS projections team is cooking up by giving you my top picks for today’s NBA slate on Underdog Fantasy.

Every single pick you will find below is going to be based on what our projections say is a meaningful edge.

Please keep in mind that the NBA news cycle can get crazy, so what is listed below may become a better/worse play depending on how that news breaks. You can always stay up to date on exactly what a team’s rotation and depth chart will look like on a given day by heading to our NBA starting lineups page.

We have 8 games on the schedule as the NBA is set to tip off on 3/27. Below, I’ll detail how I’m approaching things on Underdog this Thursday evening.

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I’ll break down the board by looking at factors like usage rates, projected pace, lines in the sports betting market, and of course, our RotoGrinders projections to forecast how NBA players might fare in categories like points, rebounds, and assists. For even more insight when making your Underdog picks today, be sure to check out our fantasy pick’em tool.

Underdog Fantasy Top NBA Picks for 3/27

Now that you’re signed up, here are some of our top NBA picks on Underdog for 3/27 at a glance:

Spurs vs. Cavaliers NBA Underdog Fantasy Predictions

Here are the Spurs vs. Cavaliers NBA Underdog Fantasy predictions for tonight:

Bismack Biyombo Lower Than 12.5 Points + Rebounds

Biyombo is projected by us to achieve 10.9 Points + Rebounds, comfortably lower than the 12.5 benchmark. Our simulations show a 6.5% edge, with an impressive 64.3% probability of success.

The numbers indicate a solid likelihood of him staying below the threshold over a big sample.

Pacers vs. Wizards NBA Underdog Fantasy Predictions

Here are the Pacers vs. Wizards NBA Underdog Fantasy predictions for tonight:

Obi Toppin Lower Than 5.5 Rebounds + Assists

Toppin is projected by us to secure 4.8 Rebounds + Assists, comfortably lower than the 5.5 mark. Our simulations highlight a 5.1% edge, with a robust 67.3% probability of success.

These figures suggest that choosing lower than 5.5 is a wise pick for tonight, as the projection reflects a cautious outlook on his performance. The data points towards a reserved showing.

Grizzlies vs. Thunder NBA Underdog Fantasy Predictions

Here are the Grizzlies vs. Thunder NBA Underdog Fantasy predictions for tonight:

John Konchar Lower Than 8.5 Points + Rebounds

Konchar is projected by us to achieve 6.63 Points + Rebounds, notably lower than the 8.5 threshold. Our simulations reveal a 4.9% edge, with a strong 66.4% probability of success.

The analysis indicates that opting for lower than 8.5 is a smart choice for tonight, as the projections hint towards a more modest performance. Our Defense vs. Archetypes Tool has this as one of the toughest matchups on the board.

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About the Author

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Justin Bailey (Jbails26)

Justin Bailey (aka jbails26) is the Lead Editor for RotoGrinders and FantasyLabs. He’s been playing DFS since 2013 and specializes in small-field NFL and PGA contests (but still dabbles in MME). Justin qualified for the DraftKings Fantasy Golf World Championship in 2023. Follow Justin on Twitter – @justinbailey32