Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves lost their first game of the season against the Lakers in Los Angeles on Tuesday, the NBA’s opening night. After the Timberwolves traded Karl-Anthony Towns, they officially handed over the keys to the franchise to Edwards. Although the Timberwolves were favored on Tuesday, they lost 110-103 to the Lakers.
Edwards totaled 27 points, 6 rebounds, and 3 assists in 41 minutes of action during the season’s first game. During the 2023-24 season, Edwards averaged 25.9 points, 5.4 rebounds, and 5.1 assists on 46 percent shooting from the field. He averaged 19.7 field goal attempts per game last year, and his shot volume increased to 25 during the first game.
During the past two seasons, Edwards has made two NBA All-Star teams and finished in the top 10 in MVP voting last year. Edwards is sixth in odds to win the NBA MVP this season at +1100 on DraftKings Sportsbook. The five players who are in front of him are Luka Doncic (+370), Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (+400), Nikola Jokic (+425), Jayson Tatum (+900), and Giannis Antetokounmpo (+1100).
Here are player props for Anthony Edwards for the Timberwolves second game of the season against the Kings.
Best Anthony Edwards Prop Bets on DraftKings Sportsbook
The betting lines for Edwards are 25.5 points, 5.5 rebounds, 5.5 assists, and 2.5 three-pointers on DraftKings Sportsbook. After seeing one game, it is evident that Edwards will be even more involved in the offense than last season. More shots mean more opportunities, and getting his over in points at -125 is good value.
Edwards isn’t the most efficient three-point shooter, but he is still a willing one. He has attempted at least 13 shots from deep during the past three games, including the preseason. Edwards attempted 532 three-pointers in 2023-24, which seems that number will increase this season. After making five of 13 three-pointers against the Lakers, now is the time to capitalize on his over of 2.5 threes being -145.
Last year, in 16 playoff games, Edwards had over 5.5 rebounds 10 times. Yes, Edwards isn’t the biggest shooting guard, but he is among the best athletes in the entire NBA. Edwards’ over 5.5 rebounds for tonight’s game is +110 on DraftKings Sportsbook.
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