The Memphis Grizzlies face a 3-0 deficit in their first-round playoff series against the Oklahoma City Thunder. With Ja Morant doubtful to play with a hip injury suffered in Thursday’s loss, Jaren Jackson Jr. must carry more of the load this afternoon as the Grizzlies work to stave off elimination.
Here’s the top Jackson Jr. prop bet on DraftKings Sportsbook for Thunder vs. Grizzlies Game 4 ahead of the 3:30 p.m. EST tip-off.
Best Jaren Jackson Jr. Prop Bets on DraftKings Sportsbook
Jaren Jackson Jr. Over 30.5 PTS + REB + AST (-115)
Make no mistake about it, Jackson Jr. will have to carry the majority of the responsibility with his team’s season on the line. The big man averaged 22.2 points, 5.6 rebounds, and 2.0 assists over the course of the regular season and emerged more as scorer in games Morant missed. While not a top-tier first option, he’s capable of playing a major role.
Tonight, there’s massive shoes to fill, which means Jackson Jr.’s combined PTS + REB + AST line holds some appeal for bettors. After an abysmal Game 1, the big man bounced back with 32 PRA in Game 2 and 31 PRA in Game 3. Given a greater workload, there’s a good shot he’ll exceed the 30.5 PTS + REB + AST line in this contest.
The Thunder do present a tough matchup with Chet Holmgren and Isaiah Hartenstein rounding out the four and five spots in the starting lineup, so Jackson may not have the easiest time racking up stats. This pick is absolutely volume-based, and there’s plenty of volume to go around. With the ball in his hands more today, JJJ should see a ton of shot opportunities and work in a few more assists than in a typical outing with Morant active. At -115 odds, the over feels like the right move.
