So far, so good for the defending champs. Oklahoma City has reeled off four straight wins to open the season.
Still, it hasn’t always been easy for the Thunder. OKC has had to battle, playing two different double-overtime games. In addition, big-time contributors Jalen Williams (wrist) and Chet Holmgren (back) are both injured. That could have a significant impact on tonight’s game against the Kings. Sacramento, 1-2, is looking to make a statement with an upset on the road.
Neither side is lacking in firepower on offense. That makes this an enticing matchup to place some player prop bets. Who should you consider backing during Tuesday’s Western Conference showdown?
Oklahoma City is favored by 9.5 points (-102) over Sacramento, with the over/under set at 226.5 points. Here are two of the top prop bet picks on DraftKings Sportsbook for tonight’s Kings vs. Thunder matchup.
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Kings vs. Thunder prop bet picks
Russell Westbrook 15+ points + rebounds + assists (-119)
At 36 years old, Russell Westbrook is far removed from his prime. Still, the veteran is capable of bringing some much-needed energy off of the bench. That was the case on Sunday, when the nine-time All-Star recorded 18 points, six rebounds and six assists vs. the Lakers. Still, Russ isn’t the easiest player to trust; his performances vary greatly from night to night. Sacramento, missing Keegan Murray (thumb) and Nique Clifford (hamstring), will need the guard to log 20+ minutes.
In a matchup against his former team, I’m willing to bet that Westbrook comes through. It helps that Oklahoma City will be without two of its best defenders in Williams and Holmgren. Whether he comes off the bench or starts, Russ will get a chance to command this Kings offense. The future Hall of Famer saw his workload spike from 17:26 to 27:11 minutes against Los Angeles. If that trend continues, he should see the court for over half of tonight’s contest. That’s more than enough time to notch 15+ PRA’s.
Aaron Wiggins 15+ points (-101)
As previously mentioned, Williams and Holmgren won’t be suiting up tonight. Fortunately for the Thunder, this is arguably the NBA’s deepest roster. Players that would start on some other clubs are lucky to see ten minutes a night in OKC. That includes underrated sharpshooter Aaron Wiggins. The fifth-year pro is a career 39% shooter from three-point range, in addition to his 6’6″ frame. However, he’s averaged just over 20 minutes throughout his career. Ushered into a more prominent role this season, he’s produced a career-high 13.3 points per game.
The Maryland alum can be a bit streaky, but there’s ample room for touches tonight. Outside of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, OKC’s current starting five is filled with defensive-minded players. It helps that Sacramento has been vulnerable from beyond the arc recently. Last season, opponents knocked down an NBA-high 38.2% of their three-pointers against the Kings. It’ll only take a few big shots for Wiggins to flirt with this total. At even money, the floor spacer offers value.
