The first round of the 2025 NBA Playoffs continues on Tuesday with an enticing three-game slate. Things will get started in Indiana, where the Pacers look to earn a second straight victory over the Bucks. Later, the Grizzlies will hope to not get destroyed in Game 2 vs. the Thunder. As a nightcap, Anthony Edwards’ Timberwolves will try to earn another win over the Lakers in Los Angeles.
With can’t-miss contests on tap, there are several bets worth placing on DraftKings Sportsbook. Here are three player props catching my eye tonight.
Pascal Siakam over 20.5 points (-105)
Nearly everything went right for the Pacers during Saturday’s 117-98 blowout win over the Bucks. That includes the play of forward Pascal Siakam, who dropped 25 points on 10-of-15 shooting. It was another great performance in a season full of them for the three-time All-Star. Through 78 games, Siakam has recorded 20.2 points, 6.9 rebounds, and 3.4 assists while shooting 51.9% from the field.
A gifted scorer on a high-powered offense is usually a recipe for success. That’s especially true in this matchup for Siakam; he’s averaged 24.2 points during his last five outings vs. Milwaukee. In four of those games, the 31-year-old has dropped at least 25 points. Given how much the Bucks have struggled recently on defense, it’s difficult to see this trend changing. Another terrific showing from Indiana’s power forward is likely on Tuesday.
Isaiah Hartenstein over 19.5 points + rebounds (-120)
The Thunder delivered one of the most dominant wins in NBA history, beating the Grizzlies 131-80 on Sunday. Six different Oklahoma City players logged at least 12 points in less than 30 minutes, including Isaiah Hartenstein. The center, signed this summer from the Knicks, has impressed during his first campaign in OKC. This season, he’s put up 11.2 points, 10.7 rebounds and 3.8 assists while shooting 58.1% from the field.
Those statistics are somewhat inflated, as fellow big man Chet Holmgren missed most of the season due to injury. However, Hartenstein logged 11.6 points and 9.0 rebounds in 20 games played alongside Holmgren. The seven-footer has thrived in this matchup, reaching 21 points + rebounds over his last five meetings with the Grizzlies. Assuming Memphis keeps tonight’s game somewhat close (no guarantee), I-Hart should have enough minutes to reach this total.
Julius Randle over 4.5 assists (+105)
A 117-95 win for the Timberwolves on Saturday wasn’t what most analysts were expecting. Minnesota’s tenacious defense gave the Lakers major fits, while its offense thrived under the leadership of Anthony Edwards. However, if the underdogs want to pull off a second straight road win, they’ll need more from Julius Randle. The two-time All-NBA selection had a middling performance in LA, posting 16 points, five rebounds and five assists.
‘Playoff Randle’ might be real, but that doesn’t mean he’ll always struggle in big games. If anything, a lack of shooting confidence will cause the forward to serve as more of a playmaker. This season, the Lakers have allowed 27.3 dimes per game to opponents, ninth-most in basketball. In 12 of his last 20 appearances, Randle has notched at least five assists. Look for the 30-year-old to make a concerted effort to find his teammates in this one.
