NBA Underdog Fantasy Player Predictions for Tuesday (4/8)
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 10 games on the schedule as the NBA is set to tip off on 4/8. Below, I’ll detail how I’m approaching things on Underdog this Tuesday 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 4/8
Now that you’re signed up, here are some of our top NBA picks on Underdog for 4/8 at a glance:
- Bobby Portis Higher/Lower Than 9.5 Points + Assists
- Reece Beekman Higher/Lower Than 8.5 Points
- Jordan Poole Higher/Lower Than 6.5 Rebounds + Assists
Timberwolves vs. Bucks NBA Underdog Fantasy Predictions
Here are the Timberwolves vs. Bucks NBA Underdog Fantasy predictions for tonight:
Bobby Portis Higher Than 9.5 Points + Assists
Portis is projected by us to have 14.16 Points + Assists, considerably higher than the 9.5 threshold. Our simulations reveal a noteworthy 9% edge, resulting in a favorable 66.8% chance of success.
These insights demonstrate that opting for higher than 9.5 Points + Assists is a strong choice tonight in what should be a close game.
Pelicans vs. Nets NBA Underdog Fantasy Predictions
Here are the Pelicans vs. Nets NBA Underdog Fantasy predictions for tonight:
Reece Beekman Higher Than 8.5 Points
Beekman is projected by us to score 12.98 Points, comfortably higher than the 8.5 threshold. Our simulations highlight a strong 9.4% edge, ensuring a 67.2% chance of success.
These numbers suggest that choosing higher than 8.5 for Beekman tonight is an excellent pick. Our Defense vs. Archetypes Tool has this as a a slightly above-average spot.
Wizards vs. Pacers NBA Underdog Fantasy Predictions
Here are the Wizards vs. Pacers NBA Underdog Fantasy predictions for tonight:
Jordan Poole Lower Than 6.5 Rebounds + Assists
Poole is projected by us to have 5.18 Rebounds + Assists, significantly lower than the 6.5 mark. Our simulations indicate a solid 7.6% edge, offering a 65.5% probability of success.
Given these statistics, opting for lower than 6.5 Rebounds + Assists for Poole tonight is a prudent choice. Our NBA DFS Defense vs. Archetypes Tool has this as a below-average rebounding spot for a Combo Guard.
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