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Thunder vs. Magic: NBA First Basket Scorer Prop Bet Picks & Predictions (Wednesday)

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We’ve got a loaded slate for tonight’s NBA action. But sometimes, you just want to get your bets out of the way quickly and go to bed.

Wagering on first baskets in an NBA game is your best solution. Here are three first-basket options for tonight’s slate. And here’s a closer look at Thunder vs. Magic.

(Odds courtesy of DraftKings Sportsbook)

Top NBA First Basket Scorer Odds, Picks & Predictions: Thunder vs. Magic

The Oklahoma City Thunder have only won the tip 22% of the time this year. The Thunder have earned 43% of first baskets while only taking the first shot 38% of the time.

On the other hand, the Magic have won the tip nearly 60% of the time and have put up the first shot 54% of the time while making 51% of their first shots.

In this one, the Magic have the edge, especially at home, to score first.

Paolo Banchero has five first-shot attempts and has made four first-shots this season. He leads the team in first shots and is tied with Franz Wagner and Bol Bol with four first baskets.

Take Paolo.

Bet: Paolo Banchero (+500)

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