A select three-game, six-team slate is set to take the floor on Tuesday for the NBA Cup. Even with a limited number of squads in action, there’s plenty worth tuning in for tonight. In Philadelphia, the 76ers and Magic will meet for a potential slugfest between Eastern Conference contenders. Later, the Battle of LA is underway between the Clippers and Lakers.
Given the lack of teams taking the floor, finding a good player prop or two can be difficult. However, it’s not impossible. Here are my two favorite NBA prop bet picks on DraftKings Sportsbook for Tuesday.
Top NBA prop bet picks
Dyson Daniels 24+ points + rebounds + assists (-117)
With Trae Young (knee) still sidelined, Atlanta’s back court is looking quite thin. To make matters worse, fellow guard Luke Kennard (hip) is dealing with an injury of his own. That has left Dyson Daniels with a larger role than usual. So far, that hasn’t led to much scoring for the defensive specialist. Through 18 games, he’s averaging 9.9 points, 6.2 rebounds and 5.7 assists. That’s due partially to atrocious 17% shooting from three-point range. It’s a major decline compared to last season (34% 3PT).
Despite continued shooting woes, Daniels’s all-around abilities are undeniable. In four of his previous five outings, the Australian has notched at least ten points, five assists, and six rebounds. Another stat-stuffing performance could be on tap tonight vs. Washington. The Wizards have surrendered the most points (129.1), second-most rebounds (59.3) and second-most assists (29.7) per game to opponents. As long as this doesn’t become an early blowout (no guarantee), Daniels should take advantage of a woeful defense.
Ivica Zubac under 11.5 rebounds (-129)
In Tuesday’s star-studded night cap, Ivica Zubac might slip under the radar. However, the big man has quietly emerged as a dependable two-way force for the Clippers. This season, he’s posted 17.0 points, 11.6 rebounds and 2.4 assists per game while shooting 62% from the field. During ten of those appearances, the Bosnian has delivered a double-double. With that being said, Kawhi Leonard’s return on Sunday likely means less work for Zubac on offense.
The easiest way for Big Zu to pick up some easy points is on the glass. This season, the veteran is averaging 3.6 offensive rebounds per game, sixth-most in basketball. Still, tonight’s contest could prove difficult for the center. The Lakers are holding opponents to 47.6 total rebounds per game, the NBA’s second-lowest mark. During his previous three meetings with Los Angeles, Zubac has failed to record more than ten boards. Expect a similar output from the big man on Tuesday.
