The Thunder look to pad their lead atop the Western Conference in a matchup against a struggling Pelicans group. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has continued reaffirming his superstar status and is back in the early season MVP conversation.
On DraftKings Sportsbook, Oklahoma City is currently a 14.5-point favorite, with the game’s point total set at 222.5. Below, I’ve honed in on my favorite player prop centered around SGA in this Wednesday showdown.
Best Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Prop Bets on DraftKings Sportsbook
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander 35+ Points (+110)
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is ready to go on a heater. With Chet Holmgren sidelined indefinitely, the 26-year-old will have to put the weight of the franchise back on his shoulders. SGA went nuclear in his first game without his sidekick, dropping an efficient 45 in a win against the Clippers. Part of his onslaught was due to him extending his range and burying four triples.
Even with Jalen Williams and high-end role players, this team relies on SGA’s creation and ability to get buckets. His shot attempts will balloon north of 20 and the interim, which doesn’t even account for how amazing he is at drawing contact and getting to the line.
He’s averaging 26.8 points per game across his last five outings against New Orleans, but Willie Green’s squad is a shell of itself. SGA against a depleted team is a recipe for success for the All-Star guard, who will have another monster showing. The value is the cherry on top, and it makes this play too good to pass up.
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