NBA Underdog Fantasy Player Predictions for Wednesday (1/15)
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 11 games on the schedule as the NBA is set to tip off on 1/15. Below, I’ll detail how I’m approaching things on Underdog this Wednesday evening.
First… Sign Up to Make NBA Underdog Fantasy Picks
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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 1/15
Now that you’re signed up, here are some of our top NBA picks on Underdog for 1/15 at a glance:
- Gabe Vincent Higher/Lower Than 4.5 Points
- Jakob Poeltl Higher/Lower Than 12.5 Points
- Taurean Prince Higher/Lower Than 9.5 Points + Rebounds
Heat vs. Lakers NBA Underdog Fantasy Predictions
Here are the Heat vs. Lakers NBA Underdog Fantasy predictions for tonight:
Gabe Vincent Lower Than 4.5 Points
RotoGrinders projects him at 3.21 points, offering a 5.38% edge and a 63.11% hit rate. Vincent’s offensive role is limited, we have him projected for just 18 minutes. With the Lakers relying heavily on Anthony Davis and LeBron James for scoring, Vincent’s opportunities to contribute offensively are minimal, sporting an 11.9% usage rate this season. His limited shot attempts and role in the offense make it unlikely he will exceed 4.5 points in tonight’s matchup.
Celtics vs. Raptors NBA Underdog Fantasy Predictions
Here are the Celtics vs. Raptors NBA Underdog Fantasy predictions for tonight:
Jakob Poeltl Higher Than 12.5 Points
RotoGrinders projects him at 15.41 points, offering a 4.68% edge and a 62.41% hit rate. Poeltl has been a reliable scorer for the Raptors, averaging 14.8 points per game this season. In his last outing, he tallied 13 points on efficient shooting (6-11 FG) against the Warriors. With his consistency and favorable projections, he is well-positioned to surpass this mark in tonight’s matchup.
Magic vs. Bucks NBA Underdog Fantasy Predictions
Here are the Magic vs. Bucks NBA Underdog Fantasy predictions for tonight:
Taurean Prince Lower Than 9.5 Points + Rebounds
RotoGrinders projects him at 8.05 Points + Rebounds, offering a 2.44% edge and a 60.18% hit rate. Prince has averaged 7.2 points and 3.8 rebounds per game this season, but his offensive role is limited with Giannis Antetokounmpo and Damian Lillard commanding most of the opportunities. His inconsistency in surpassing this projection further supports this pick.
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