Get ready for a jam-packed Monday night in the NBA, with all 30 teams taking the court in a fantasy basketball and betting bonanza. With so many players in action, savvy fantasy managers can unearth some sleeper streamers to bolster their lineups. Bettors also have a smorgasbord of intriguing matchups and props to choose from. Let’s dive into the top plays and predictions for this massive NBA slate.
Fantasy Streamers to Target
While the busy schedule means most fantasy rosters will be full, managers dealing with injuries or underperformers can find quality streaming options on the waiver wire. Here are three players rostered in under 50% of ESPN leagues who could provide a boost:
Gradey Dick, SG/SF, Toronto Raptors
The lottery pick is emerging as a go-to scorer in his second season. Dick has set new career-highs in three of his last five games, including a 31-point eruption against the Lakers. During that stretch, the sharpshooter averaged 24.6 points, 3.2 rebounds, 2.4 assists and a scorching 3.2 triples while shooting 49.4% from the field and 90.5% from the line. Ride the hot hand.
Tari Eason, SF/PF, Houston Rockets
The second-year forward exploded for 27 points, 9 rebounds, 4 steals and 3 treys in 35 minutes off the bench Saturday against the Warriors. Eason’s energy and production sparked a massive Rockets comeback. While his role may fluctuate, the lively leaper has been productive whenever given the opportunity. He’s an intriguing upside play.
Payton Pritchard, PG, Boston Celtics
The backup point guard has been automatic from distance lately. Pritchard has drilled at least four triples in five of his last six games, totaling a scorching 28 threes during that span. On Monday, he faces a Hawks defense allowing the 4th-most made three-pointers to opposing point guards. Pritchard is a solid bet for another barrage from beyond the arc.
Top Bets for Monday Night
With a full 15-game slate, there’s no shortage of spots to get some action down. Here are our favorite wagers for Monday, featuring some star players in advantageous matchups:
- Nikola Jokic over 51.5 points + rebounds + assists (-110): A big number, but Jokic has been stuffing the stat sheet, exceeding 51.5 in four of his last five. He just posted 40/10/4 against these same Raptors last week.
- Anthony Davis over 26.5 points (-125): AD has been a one-man wrecking crew, scoring 29+ in five of six games. The Pistons frontcourt is overmatched.
- Norman Powell over 20.5 points (-110): The veteran has been the Clippers’ primary scorer with Kawhi Leonard sidelined, averaging 26.8 points over his last five. He’s scored 20+ in five straight.
The insane 15-game schedule presents a paradise for fantasy basketball enthusiasts and bettors alike. By streaming the right sleepers and riding the league’s hottest hands, you can come out a winner on this marvelous Monday of NBA action. Study the matchups, monitor the injury reports, and have fun. It’s going to be a wild night!
