Welcome to our NBA Prizepicks Today Wednesday 1/17/24 article. Today Wednesday, January 17th, 2024, and the NBA is rolling out a mammoth 10-game slate that’s ripe for the picking. As your go-to sports analyst, I’m here to guide you through some top-tier player props on Prize Picks that are looking particularly lucrative tonight.
Let’s dive in and see where the smart money should be heading.
Paolo Banchero‘s PRA Prop: Over 39.5
First up, we have the Orlando Magic’s sensation, Paolo Banchero. Now, Paulo’s recent performance might not have been stellar, but let’s put things into perspective. He’s been up against some of the best defensive teams in the league – Minnesota, Miami, OKC, and the Knicks. These matchups would challenge any player. But today, Paulo faces the Atlanta Hawks, and that changes the game.
The Hawks are among the weaker defensive teams in the league, and they play at a breakneck pace. Remember their last meeting with the Magic? Paulo racked up 49 P in that game. His usage rate has been astronomical without Franz Wagner, hitting a whopping 34% over their last six games. That’s elite territory, folks. So, despite a recent slump, this matchup screams “bounce-back” for Paulo. With sports books leaning towards the over on his P prop, we’re in good company backing this play.
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Jonas Valanciunas‘ Points Prop: Over 13.5
Next, we turn our attention to Jonas Valanciunas of the New Orleans Pelicans. JV’s points prop sits at an inviting 13.5. Yes, Valanciunas’ minutes can be unpredictable, but let’s focus on the matchup against the Charlotte Hornets – a team he has historically feasted on. The Hornets struggle significantly against centers, and JV has exploited this to the fullest in recent encounters.
Over his last four games against Charlotte, Valanciunas has scored 24, 30, 20, and 29 points. That’s not just good; it’s dominant. The Hornets are the perfect opponent for JV’s style of play, which thrives in the paint where Charlotte is particularly vulnerable. While there’s a slight concern about potential blowout risk impacting his minutes, the matchup’s potential is too good to pass up. The sports books are favoring the over on his points prop, and so are we. JV could easily turn this into a high-scoring affair, making this prop a solid bet.
Wrapping Up
As always, folks, these are my early top picks for tonight’s big slate. Remember, the NBA can be unpredictable, so stay sharp and keep an eye on any last-minute changes.
If you’re joining me on these bets, let’s cash out and enjoy the games.
That’s all for now. Good luck, and see you next time for more NBA insights and picks! 🏀💰👊
