ESPN Fantasy Basketball: Top Picks, Injury Updates, and Betting Insights for Tonight’s Games

Elevate your fantasy basketball game with ESPN’s comprehensive daily cheat sheet, your premier resource for strategizing lineups ahead of the evening’s matches. Inside, you’ll uncover our expert recommendations along with a curated list of players to stream, detailed injury reports, and precise player projections for every game on the schedule.

As the NBA season only enters its second week, the league is already hitting its stride, showcasing competitive energy akin to midseason play. With a packed schedule of 11 games, Wednesday creates an exciting opportunity for over 70% of NBA teams to engage in high-stakes action with intriguing matchups to anticipate.

In a noteworthy storyline, LeBron James makes his highly-anticipated return to Cleveland, this time accompanied by his son, Bronny James. This thrilling matchup features two of the four teams currently boasting an undefeated record against the spread this season. The Atlanta Hawks and Washington Wizards are set to face off in their second consecutive game after their previous thrilling one-possession encounter, collectively tallying an impressive 240 points. Meanwhile, the long-standing rivalry between the Miami Heat and New York Knicks is poised to add further drama to the evening.

But what truly captures my excitement for the night are the standout players Victor Wembanyama and Chet Holmgren, two top-caliber sophomores and frontrunners for the Defensive Player of the Year award, showcasing their skills in an emerging rivalry that promises to be a significant plotline for the league in the years to come.

With these enticing matchups on the horizon, let’s delve deeper into these games and explore potential areas for fantasy and betting opportunities.

Scotty Pippen Jr., Memphis Grizzlies (available in 64.5% of ESPN leagues)

Pippen Jr. has delivered double-digit assist performances off the bench for the Grizzlies in two consecutive games. While Ja Morant is questionable due to a thigh injury that sidelined him Monday, Pippen Jr. has shown to be a reliable asset, even when playing alongside Morant. This young guard has scored 33 or more fantasy points in three out of four games this season, positioning him for another noteworthy performance as the Grizzlies take the court on Wednesday.

Jeremy Sochan, San Antonio Spurs (available in 71.8% of ESPN leagues)

Sochan has impressed with three solid outings thus far, nearing averages of 20 points and 10 rebounds this season. In his last two matchups against the Rockets, he notched a commendable 17 points and 12 rebounds, followed by a further 22 points, nine rebounds, and four assists. As the spotlight shines on Wembanyama and Holmgren on Wednesday, Sochan could emerge as a valuable streaming option for fantasy basketball managers.

Payton Pritchard, Boston Celtics (available in 82.0% of ESPN leagues)

Pritchard has ignited Boston’s offense off the bench, producing numbers typically seen from starters. He has consistently scored at least 15 points in his last three outings, including a standout 28-point performance that saw him sink eight 3-pointers against the Milwaukee Bucks. He faces an Indiana Pacers defense on Wednesday that has allowed the seventh-most three-pointers to opposing point guards (4.0 3PG), creating favorable conditions for another strong game.

Dre’s bets for Wednesday

Jordan Poole is among the league-leaders in 3-pointers made per game so far this season. Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images

Jordan Poole over 3.5 total 3-pointers made (-120)

Poole ranks high among NBA players with an average of 5.3 three-pointers made per game during the early season. He has successfully hit at least four three-pointers in every game thus far, including a remarkable six treys in his recent contest against the Hawks. Atlanta’s defense has been generous, allowing an average of 4.5 three-pointers to opposing point guards this season, setting the stage for Poole to continue his shooting streak.

Kelly Oubre Jr. over 19.5 points (-105)

Oubre has stepped into a primary scoring role for the 76ers with star players Joel Embiid and Paul George out of action, closely trailing only Tyrese Maxey. He has surpassed 21 points in two of his three games thus far, maintaining a high volume of shot attempts, having launched at least 17 field goal attempts in each game, including a lower 14-point outing. Oubre is poised for a strong showing on Wednesday against a Pistons team that has permitted small forwards an average of 22.0 PPG over the last three games.

LaMelo Ball over 40.5 total points, assists and rebounds (-120)

Ball has been on fire, averaging 31.7 points, 7.3 assists, and 7.0 rebounds through his first three games, compiling an impressive 46.0 PAR. He has consistently achieved a minimum of 42.0 PAR across all three outings. Facing a Toronto Raptors defense that allows the fourth most points per game in the league (120.5 PPG) presents a perfect opportunity for Ball to extend his standout performances.

Boston Celtics -6.5 over Indiana Pacers (-120)

Last season, the Celtics led the NBA with a significant net points differential, outpacing opponents by an average of 11.4 PPG. Choosent to continue that trend this season, they have outscored opponents by 60 total points thus far (15.0 PPG), winning three of their four contests by margins of at least 11 points. Conversely, the Pacers have struggled, losing three of their four games with a net average of -6.8 PPG after suffering a blowout loss to the Knicks. While the Pacers have potential to improve, the Celtics’ combination of strong defense and prolific three-point shooting generally overpowers opposition.

Projections and Injury Reports

Basketball Power Index by ESPN Analytics. Injury aggregation by Rotowire.com. Odds by ESPN BET

Toronto Raptors at Charlotte Hornets
7 p.m. ET

Line: Raptors 6.5 (-110) | Hornets -6.5 (-110)
Money line: Raptors 215 | Hornets -265
Total: 224.5 (-115 O, -105 U)
BPI Projection: Raptors by 6.8, straight up 71%, 224.3 total points.

Injury Report:
Raptors: Immanuel Quickley, (GTD – Pelvis); Bruce Brown, (OUT – Knee); Kelly Olynyk, (OUT – Back); Scottie Barnes, (OUT – Eye); Ja’Kobe Walter, (OUT – Shoulder)
Hornets: Brandon Miller, (OUT – Hip); DaQuan Jeffries, (OUT – Hand); Mark Williams, (OUT – Foot)

Raptors projections:

  • RJ Barrett, SG/SF: 37.9 FPTS (24.9 pts, 6.5 reb, 4.3 ast, 1.9 3PM)

  • Jakob Poeltl, C: 28.8 FPTS (14.1 pts, 10.5 reb, 2.7 ast, 1.5 blk)

  • Immanuel Quickley, PG/SG: 22.9 FPTS (11.7 pts, 3.6 reb, 3.6 ast)

  • Gradey Dick, SG/SF: 20.8 FPTS (13.5 pts, 2.3 reb, 1.4 ast, 2.0 3PM)

  • Davion Mitchell, PG: 19.5 FPTS (9.7 pts, 2.5 reb, 3.9 ast)

  • Jamal Shead, PG: 18.5 FPTS (8.5 pts, 1.8 reb, 4.1 ast)

  • Ochai Agbaji, SG/SF: 18.5 FPTS (9.2 pts, 5.3 reb, 1.2 ast)

Hornets projections:

  • LaMelo Ball, PG: 50.6 FPTS (28.8 pts, 5.7 reb, 7.1 ast, 4.0 3PM)

  • Miles Bridges, SF/PF: 34.1 FPTS (20.5 pts, 6.7 reb, 2.7 ast, 1.8 3PM)

  • Tre Mann, PG: 26.2 FPTS (13.0 pts, 3.9 reb, 3.6 ast, 2.0 3PM)

  • Nick Richards, C: 21.9 FPTS (10.7 pts, 9.1 reb, 1.4 ast, 1.6 blk)

  • Cody Martin, SG: 20.3 FPTS (9.6 pts, 4.3 reb, 2.5 ast)

  • Grant Williams, PF: 19.9 FPTS (10.2 pts, 3.5 reb, 2.7 ast)

  • Seth Curry, PG/SG: 17.5 FPTS (8.9 pts, 2.6 reb, 1.6 ast)

Los Angeles Lakers at Cleveland Cavaliers
7 p.m. ET

Line: Lakers 4.5 (-105) | Cavaliers -4.5 (-115)
Money line: Lakers 160 | Cavaliers -190
Total: 225.5 (-110 O, -110 U)
BPI Projection: Lakers by 4.5, straight up 65%, 227.3 total points.

Injury Report:
Lakers: Austin Reaves, (GTD – Thigh); D’Angelo Russell, (GTD – Back); Christian Koloko, (OUT – Illness); Christian Wood, (OUT – Knee); Jarred Vanderbilt, (OUT – Foot)
Cavaliers: Craig Porter Jr., (OUT – Thumb); Emoni Bates, (OUT – Knee); Max Strus, (OUT – Ankle)

Lakers projections:

  • Anthony Davis, PF/C: 46.3 FPTS (28.4 pts, 11.5 reb, 3.8 ast, 2.0 blk)

  • LeBron James, SF/PF: 43.7 FPTS (24.6 pts, 6.8 reb, 7.3 ast, 1.9 3PM)

  • Austin Reaves, SG/SF: 33.6 FPTS (17.0 pts, 4.9 reb, 5.3 ast, 2.4 3PM)

  • D’Angelo Russell, PG/SG: 31.5 FPTS (15.9 pts, 2.2 reb, 5.9 ast, 2.3 3PM)

  • Rui Hachimura, SF/PF: 27.2 FPTS (16.0 pts, 6.1 reb, 1.8 ast)

  • Dalton Knecht, SG: 12.6 FPTS (6.7 pts, 1.2 reb, 1.8 ast)

  • Max Christie, SG: 11.2 FPTS (5.9 pts, 1.8 reb, 1.5 ast)

Cavaliers projections:

  • Donovan Mitchell, PG/SG: 40.3 FPTS (24.9 pts, 3.8 reb, 4.3 ast, 2.7 3PM)

  • Evan Mobley, PF/C: 33.0 FPTS (17.6 pts, 9.5 reb, 2.8 ast, 2.4 blk)

  • Darius Garland, PG: 32.2 FPTS (18.4 pts, 2.6 reb, 4.8 ast, 2.2 3PM)

  • Jarrett Allen, C: 28.2 FPTS (15.2 pts, 9.3 reb, 1.6 ast)

  • Caris LeVert, SG/SF: 22.2 FPTS (11.6 pts, 2.8 reb, 3.0 ast)

  • Dean Wade, PF: 16.9 FPTS (6.3 pts, 4.9 reb, 1.3 ast)

  • Georges Niang, PF: 13.6 FPTS (7.6 pts, 2.6 reb, 0.9 ast)

Boston Celtics at Indiana Pacers
7 p.m. ET on ESPN

Line: Celtics -6.5 (-120) | Pacers 6.5 (EVEN)
Money line: Celtics -250 | Pacers 210
Total: 235.5 (-105 O, -115 U)
BPI Projection: Pacers by 6, straight up 69%, 232.7 total points.

Injury Report:
Celtics: Sam Hauser, (GTD – Back); Kristaps Porzingis, (OUT – Foot)
Pacers: James Wiseman, (OUT – Achilles); Johnny Furphy, (GTD – Illness); Myles Turner, (GTD – Ankle)

Celtics projections:

  • Jayson Tatum, SF/PF: 49.5 FPTS (28.1 pts, 8.1 reb, 5.4 ast, 3.9 3PM)

  • Jaylen Brown, SG/SF: 44.0 FPTS (27.5 pts, 7.2 reb, 3.9 ast, 2.2 3PM)

  • Derrick White, PG/SG: 31.1 FPTS (14.9 pts, 4.1 reb, 4.3 ast, 2.9 3PM)

  • Jrue Holiday, PG/SG: 24.5 FPTS (12.8 pts, 4.5 reb, 3.3 ast)

  • Payton Pritchard, PG: 18.3 FPTS (8.8 pts, 2.5 reb, 2.0 ast, 2.2 3PM)

  • Al Horford, PF/C: 17.7 FPTS (6.7 pts, 5.6 reb, 1.8 ast)

  • Sam Hauser, SF: 14.2 FPTS (6.8 pts, 2.9 reb, 1.1 ast, 1.9 3PM)

Pacers projections:

  • Pascal Siakam, PF: 38.7 FPTS (21.2 pts, 7.3 reb, 4.9 ast)

  • Tyrese Haliburton, PG/SG: 37.6 FPTS (19.1 pts, 4.5 reb, 6.1 ast, 3.1 3PM)

  • Andrew Nembhard, PG/SG: 26.5 FPTS (13.5 pts, 2.8 reb, 5.6 ast)

  • Myles Turner, C: 24.6 FPTS (15.7 pts, 6.1 reb, 1.7 ast, 1.9 blk)

  • T.J. McConnell, PG: 20.8 FPTS (9.7 pts, 2.9 reb, 4.0 ast)

  • Bennedict Mathurin, SG/SF: 16.2 FPTS (11.0 pts, 2.8 reb, 1.5 ast)

  • Aaron Nesmith, SF: 16.1 FPTS (8.9 pts, 4.2 reb, 1.1 ast)

Detroit Pistons at Philadelphia 76ers
7 p.m. ET

Line: Pistons 4.5 (-115) | 76ers -4.5 (-105)
Money line: Pistons 140 | 76ers -170
Total: 218.5 (-115 O, -105 U)
BPI Projection: 76ers by 0.7, straight up 52%, 223.0 total points.

Injury Report:
Pistons: Ausar Thompson, (OUT – Illness); Bobi Klintman, (OUT – Calf)
76ers: Joel Embiid, (OUT – Knee); Paul George, (OUT – Knee)

Pistons projections:

  • Cade Cunningham, PG/SG: 43.2 FPTS (25.1 pts, 4.8 reb, 7.0 ast, 2.0 3PM)

  • Jaden Ivey, SG: 28.2 FPTS (17.5 pts, 3.5 reb, 3.6 ast)

  • Jalen Duren, C: 26.1 FPTS (12.2 pts, 9.4 reb, 2.5 ast)

  • Tobias Harris, SF/PF: 23.4 FPTS (9.9 pts, 6.3 reb, 2.9 ast)

  • Marcus Sasser, PG: 15.8 FPTS (8.5 pts, 1.8 reb, 2.5 ast)

  • Simone Fontecchio, SF: 12.7 FPTS (7.5 pts, 2.5 reb, 0.8 ast)

  • Malik Beasley, SG: 12.5 FPTS (6.6 pts, 1.8 reb, 1.1 ast)

76ers projections:

  • Tyrese Maxey, PG/SG: 46.5 FPTS (30.8 pts, 4.5 reb, 4.9 ast, 3.5 3PM)

  • Kelly Oubre Jr., SG/SF: 29.3 FPTS (18.4 pts, 4.5 reb, 1.9 ast)

  • Andre Drummond, C: 26.3 FPTS (12.2 pts, 10.6 reb, 1.2 ast)

  • Caleb Martin, SG/SF: 24.3 FPTS (12.7 pts, 6.3 reb, 3.0 ast)

  • Eric Gordon, SG/SF: 13.7 FPTS (7.9 pts, 1.5 reb, 1.4 ast)

  • Kyle Lowry, PG: 13.5 FPTS (4.2 pts, 2.2 reb, 2.9 ast)

  • KJ Martin, SF: 12.9 FPTS (6.4 pts, 3.3 reb, 1.4 ast)

Atlanta Hawks at Washington Wizards
7 p.m. ET

Line: Hawks -4.5 (-120) | Wizards 4.5 (EVEN)
Money line: Hawks -190 | Wizards 155
Total: 232.5 (-110 O, -110 U)
BPI Projection: Wizards by 6.3, straight up 70%, 236.8 total points.

Injury Report:
Hawks: De’Andre Hunter, (GTD – Knee); Dominick Barlow, (GTD – Back); Seth Lundy, (GTD – Ankle); Cody Zeller, (OUT – Personal); Dyson Daniels, (OUT – Hip); Vit Krejci, (OUT – Thigh); Bogdan Bogdanovic, (OUT – Hamstring); Kobe Bufkin, (OUT – Shoulder)
Wizards: Saddiq Bey, (OUT – Knee); Kyle Kuzma, (OUT – Groin); Malcolm Brogdon, (OUT – Thumb)

Hawks projections:

  • Trae Young, PG: 49.7 FPTS (28.1 pts, 4.7 reb, 9.6 ast, 2.7 3PM)

  • Jalen Johnson, PF: 35.4 FPTS (18.7 pts, 8.8 reb, 4.3 ast)

  • De’Andre Hunter, SF/PF: 28.6 FPTS (17.0 pts, 5.3 reb, 1.8 ast)

  • Clint Capela, C: 23.1 FPTS (11.3 pts, 8.7 reb, 1.3 ast, 1.2 blk)

  • Larry Nance Jr., PF/C: 22.3 FPTS (8.8 pts, 4.9 reb, 2.9 ast)

  • Onyeka Okongwu, C: 20.4 FPTS (10.9 pts, 6.1 reb, 1.6 ast)

  • Zaccharie Risacher, PF/SF: 18.7 FPTS (11.4 pts, 3.3 reb, 1.2 ast)

Wizards projections:

  • Jordan Poole, PG/SG: 39.0 FPTS (22.4 pts, 2.7 reb, 5.1 ast, 3.0 3PM)

  • Corey Kispert, SG/SF: 25.8 FPTS (14.8 pts, 4.1 reb, 3.0 ast, 2.0 3PM)

  • Bilal Coulibaly, SF: 23.4 FPTS (12.6 pts, 4.9 reb, 2.9 ast)

  • Alex Sarr, PF/C: 22.1 FPTS (10.3 pts, 6.5 reb, 1.4 ast, 1.3 blk)

  • Jonas Valanciunas, C: 20.8 FPTS (10.3 pts, 7.6 reb, 2.0 ast)

  • Bub Carrington, PG: 17.7 FPTS (10.3 pts, 2.5 reb, 2.3 ast)

  • Marvin Bagley III, PF/C: 16.2 FPTS (8.3 pts, 5.5 reb, 1.4 ast)

New York Knicks at Miami Heat
7:30 p.m. ET

Line: Knicks -1.5 (-110) | Heat 1.5 (-110)
Money line: Knicks -125 | Heat 105
Total: 215.5 (-105 O, -115 U)
BPI Projection: Knicks by 3.3, straight up 61%, 214.8 total points.

Injury Report:
Knicks: Josh Hart, (GTD – Leg); Kevin McCullar Jr., (GTD – Knee); Precious Achiuwa, (OUT – Hamstring); Mitchell Robinson, (OUT – Ankle)
Heat: Kevin Love, (OUT – Personal)

Knicks projections:

  • Jalen Brunson, PG: 37.1 FPTS (25.1 pts, 3.1 reb, 5.2 ast)

  • Karl-Anthony Towns, PF/C: 29.0 FPTS (15.9 pts, 8.7 reb, 2.6 ast)

  • Mikal Bridges, SG/SF: 28.9 FPTS (17.5 pts, 2.4 reb, 3.8 ast)

  • Josh Hart, SG/SF: 28.7 FPTS (13.3 pts, 9.3 reb, 3.5 ast)

  • OG Anunoby, SF/PF: 22.4 FPTS (12.1 pts, 4.0 reb, 1.7 ast)

  • Miles McBride, PG: 16.7 FPTS (9.1 pts, 1.8 reb, 2.1 ast)

  • Cameron Payne, PG/SG: 12.3 FPTS (4.9 pts, 1.4 reb, 2.5 ast)

Heat projections:

  • Jimmy Butler, SG/SF/PF: 35.4 FPTS (18.8 pts, 4.8 reb, 5.3 ast)

  • Bam Adebayo, C: 35.4 FPTS (19.0 pts, 8.7 reb, 3.2 ast)

  • Tyler Herro, PG/SG: 34.1 FPTS (20.3 pts, 4.9 reb, 4.5 ast, 2.5 3PM)

  • Terry Rozier, PG/SG: 31.6 FPTS (18.1 pts, 4.1 reb, 3.6 ast, 2.6 3PM)

  • Jaime Jaquez Jr., SG/SF: 21.0 FPTS (10.6 pts, 5.0 reb, 2.4 ast)

  • Nikola Jovic, PF: 15.1 FPTS (6.7 pts, 3.5 reb, 1.8 ast)

  • Haywood Highsmith, SF: 14.6 FPTS (5.6 pts, 3.5 reb, 1.5 ast)

Orlando Magic at Chicago Bulls
8 p.m. ET

Line: Magic -5.5 (-105) | Bulls 5.5 (-115)
Money line: Magic -210 | Bulls 170
Total: 228.5 (-115 O, -105 U)
BPI Projection: Bulls by 2.3, straight up 58%, 219.7 total points.

Injury Report:
Magic: Goga Bitadze, (GTD – Foot); Jonathan Isaac, (GTD – Hip)
Bulls: Jalen Smith, (GTD – Ankle)

Magic projections:

  • Paolo Banchero, SF/PF: 47.5 FPTS (29.1 pts, 8.0 reb, 6.1 ast, 1.8 3PM)

  • Franz Wagner, SF/PF: 31.3 FPTS (17.8 pts, 4.1 reb, 3.2 ast, 1.9 3PM)

  • Jalen Suggs, PG/SG: 28.8 FPTS (14.0 pts, 4.2 reb, 3.2 ast, 2.6 3PM)

  • Wendell Carter Jr., C: 22.2 FPTS (9.8 pts, 7.4 reb, 1.8 ast)

  • Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, SG: 18.0 FPTS (8.4 pts, 1.8 reb, 2.0 ast)

  • Gary Harris, SG: 15.1 FPTS (7.7 pts, 2.0 reb, 1.3 ast, 1.9 3PM)

  • Mac McClung, SG: 14.1 FPTS (7.3 pts, 2.9 reb, 2.2 ast)

Bulls projections:

  • Nikola Vucevic, C: 38.2 FPTS (20.4 pts, 10.4 reb, 3.3 ast)

  • Coby White, PG/SG: 34.7 FPTS (19.3 pts, 4.5 reb, 4.4 ast, 2.6 3PM)

  • Zach LaVine, SG/SF: 33.6 FPTS (20.6 pts, 5.3 reb, 3.7 ast, 2.9 3PM)

  • Josh Giddey, SG/SF: 24.0 FPTS (12.2 pts, 5.6 reb, 3.6 ast)

  • Ayo Dosunmu, SG: 22.7 FPTS (10.6 pts, 3.9 reb, 3.5 ast)

  • Patrick Williams, PF: 20.5 FPTS (10.3 pts, 4.6 reb, 2.0 ast)

  • Talen Horton-Tucker, SG/SF: 20.4 FPTS (10.6 pts, 2.3 reb, 2.9 ast)

Brooklyn Nets at Memphis Grizzlies
8 p.m. ET

Line: Nets 12.5 (-110) | Grizzlies -12.5 (-110)
Money line: Nets 550 | Grizzlies -1000
Total: 226.5 (-105 O, -115 U)
BPI Projection: Nets by 8.8, straight up 77%, 220.7 total points.

Injury Report:
Nets: Ben Simmons, (GTD – Back); Bojan Bogdanovic, (OUT – Foot); Trendon Watford, (GTD – Hamstring); Nic Claxton, (OUT – Hamstring); Day’Ron Sharpe, (OUT – Hamstring)
Grizzlies: GG Jackson II, (OUT – Foot); Ja Morant, (GTD – Thigh); John Konchar, (GTD – Foot); Zach Edey, (GTD – Calf); Luke Kennard, (OUT – Foot); Cam Spencer, (OUT – Ankle); Vince Williams Jr., (OUT – Lower Leg)

Nets projections:

  • Cam Thomas, SG: 44.2 FPTS (30.4 pts, 4.4 reb, 3.7 ast, 2.9 3PM)

  • Dennis Schroder, PG: 38.4 FPTS (21.3 pts, 3.2 reb, 6.8 ast, 2.8 3PM)

  • Cameron Johnson, SF/PF: 29.5 FPTS (15.9 pts, 4.8 reb, 2.2 ast, 2.8 3PM)

  • Dorian Finney-Smith, SF/PF: 23.2 FPTS (10.7 pts, 5.4 reb, 1.7 ast, 2.2 3PM)

  • Noah Clowney, PF: 18.7 FPTS (10.4 pts, 5.0 reb, 1.0 ast)

  • Ziaire Williams, SF: 18.5 FPTS (9.4 pts, 4.3 reb, 1.8 ast)

  • Jalen Wilson, PF: 16.0 FPTS (8.6 pts, 3.7 reb, 1.4 ast)

Grizzlies projections:

  • Desmond Bane, SG/SF: 35.2 FPTS (19.4 pts, 4.2 reb, 4.3 ast, 2.6 3PM)

  • Ja Morant, PG: 31.4 FPTS (18.8 pts, 3.2 reb, 5.2 ast)

  • Jaren Jackson Jr., PF/C: 27.0 FPTS (17.3 pts, 4.9 reb, 1.9 ast, 1.4 blk)

  • Santi Aldama, PF/C: 26.7 FPTS (11.7 pts, 6.9 reb, 3.5 ast, 1.8 3PM)

  • Scotty Pippen Jr., PG: 25.2 FPTS (11.8 pts, 3.0 reb, 4.3 ast)

  • Marcus Smart, PG/SG: 20.1 FPTS (10.4 pts, 2.3 reb, 2.5 ast)

  • Jake LaRavia, PF: 19.3 FPTS (10.4 pts, 4.8 reb, 2.3 ast)

San Antonio Spurs at Oklahoma City Thunder
9:30 p.m. ET on ESPN

Line: Spurs 12.5 (-115) | Thunder -12.5 (-105)
Money line: Spurs 550 | Thunder -1000
Total: 221.5 (-110 O, -110 U)
BPI Projection: Spurs by 9.2, straight up 77%, 227.3 total points.

Injury Report:
Spurs: Devin Vassell, (OUT – Foot); Tre Jones, (OUT – Ankle)
Thunder: Nikola Topic, (OUT – Knee); Jaylin Williams, (OUT – Hamstring); Kenrich Williams, (OUT – Knee); Isaiah Hartenstein, (OUT – Hand)

Spurs projections:

  • Victor Wembanyama, C: 37.6 FPTS (22.0 pts, 10.9 reb, 3.6 ast, 1.9 3PM, 3.1 blk)

  • Jeremy Sochan, PF: 25.4 FPTS (13.3 pts, 7.6 reb, 3.0 ast)

  • Chris Paul, PG: 21.2 FPTS (8.4 pts, 2.9 reb, 4.9 ast)

  • Julian Champagnie, SF: 19.9 FPTS (10.2 pts, 4.6 reb, 1.8 ast, 1.9 3PM)

  • Keldon Johnson, SF: 18.7 FPTS (10.8 pts, 4.2 reb, 1.6 ast)

  • Harrison Barnes, PF: 17.9 FPTS (10.5 pts, 3.4 reb, 1.7 ast)

  • Stephon Castle, PG: 16.0 FPTS (7.7 pts, 1.7 reb, 3.7 ast)

Thunder projections:

  • Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, PG: 53.5 FPTS (28.5 pts, 7.6 reb, 6.0 ast, 2.0 3PM)

  • Jalen Williams, PF: 36.4 FPTS (19.1 pts, 6.2 reb, 4.9 ast)

  • Chet Holmgren, C: 33.7 FPTS (17.9 pts, 10.3 reb, 2.8 ast, 2.4 blk)

  • Alex Caruso, PG/SG: 16.6 FPTS (6.3 pts, 3.1 reb, 2.5 ast)

  • Luguentz Dort, SG/SF: 15.4 FPTS (7.8 pts, 2.7 reb, 1.4 ast)

  • Aaron Wiggins, SG: 14.0 FPTS (7.3 pts, 3.0 reb, 1.3 ast)

  • Cason Wallace, SG: 13.7 FPTS (5.3 pts, 2.7 reb, 1.3 ast)

New Orleans Pelicans at Golden State Warriors
10 p.m. ET

Line: Pelicans 2.5 (-110) | Warriors -2.5 (-110)
Money line: Pelicans 120 | Warriors -145
Total: 219.5 (-105 O, -115 U)
BPI Projection: Pelicans by 3.6, straight up 62%, 226.0 total points.

Injury Report:
Pelicans: Herbert Jones, (OUT – Shoulder); Trey Murphy III, (OUT – Hamstring); Dejounte Murray, (OUT – Hand)
Warriors: Andrew Wiggins, (OUT – Back); De’Anthony Melton, (OUT – Back); Stephen Curry, (OUT – Ankle)

Pelicans projections:

  • Zion Williamson, PF: 40.7 FPTS (27.1 pts, 6.7 reb, 5.0 ast)

  • Brandon Ingram, SF: 38.1 FPTS (23.1 pts, 5.5 reb, 4.0 ast, 1.8 3PM)

  • CJ McCollum, PG/SG: 35.2 FPTS (20.3 pts, 3.5 reb, 4.4 ast, 2.9 3PM)

  • Yves Missi, C: 16.6 FPTS (7.6 pts, 4.8 reb, 2.0 ast, 1.2 blk)

  • Trey Jemison, C: 16.0 FPTS (8.3 pts, 5.4 reb, 1.3 ast)

  • Javonte Green, SF: 15.8 FPTS (7.4 pts, 4.4 reb, 1.0 ast)

    • Warriors projections:

    • Brandin Podziemski, SG: 27.6 FPTS (13.2 pts, 5.6 reb, 3.4 ast, 1.8 3PM)

    • Buddy Hield, SG/SF: 25.4 FPTS (13.0 pts, 4.0 reb, 2.4 ast, 3.0 3PM)

    • Jonathan Kuminga, PF: 24.6 FPTS (15.6 pts, 4.0 reb, 2.0 ast)

    • Draymond Green, PF/C: 23.8 FPTS (9.1 pts, 5.5 reb, 4.3 ast)

    • Kyle Anderson, SF/PF: 22.4 FPTS (9.1 pts, 3.6 reb, 3.2 ast)

    • Moses Moody, SG/SF: 20.9 FPTS (12.5 pts, 2.6 reb, 1.8 ast, 2.1 3PM)

    • Trayce Jackson-Davis, PF/C: 17.0 FPTS (8.6 pts, 4.6 reb, 2.0 ast)

    Portland Trail Blazers at LA Clippers
    10:30 p.m. ET

    Line: Blazers 8.5 (-110) | Clippers -8.5 (-110)
    Money line: Blazers 280 | Clippers -350
    Total: 216.5 (-115 O, -105 U)
    BPI Projection: Blazers by 3.6, straight up 62%, 220.4 total points.

    Blazers projections:

    • Anfernee Simons, PG/SG: 32.0 FPTS (21.2 pts, 2.3 reb, 4.9 ast, 2.6 3PM)

    • Jerami Grant, PF: 31.4 FPTS (20.5 pts, 4.2 reb, 2.9 ast, 2.5 3PM)

    • Deandre Ayton, C: 31.1 FPTS (16.5 pts, 10.1 reb, 1.5 ast)

    • Deni Avdija, SF/PF: 24.4 FPTS (13.0 pts, 5.7 reb, 3.1 ast)

    • Scoot Henderson, PG: 22.4 FPTS (14.2 pts, 3.0 reb, 4.3 ast)

    • Toumani Camara, PF: 17.7 FPTS (7.7 pts, 3.5 reb, 2.6 ast)

    • Jabari Walker, PF: 14.3 FPTS (6.9 pts, 5.2 reb, 1.0 ast)

    Green, SF:​ 15.4 FPTS (7.2 pts, 4.0 reb,​ 1.1 ast)

Warriors projections:

  • Jordan Poole, SG: ⁣42.9 FPTS‌ (22.9 pts, 4.0 reb,‍ 6.2 ast, 3.1 3PM)

  • Jonathan Kuminga, ⁣SF: 27.1 FPTS (14.5 pts, 5.2 reb, 2.4 ast)

  • Chris Paul, PG: 26.4⁤ FPTS (11.8⁤ pts, 4.4 ‌reb, 5.8 ast)

  • Kevon‍ Looney, PF/C: 20.9 FPTS ‌(8.5 pts, 7.2 reb, 2.1 ast)

  • Donte DiVincenzo, SG: 19.6 FPTS (8.2 pts, 3.2 reb, 3.0 ⁣ast)

  • Gary Payton II, PG/SG: 16.8 FPTS (7.4 pts, ‌3.1 reb, 2.2 ast)

  • Ryan Rollins,‌ PG: 14.5 ‍FPTS (5.5 pts, ⁣2.5⁤ reb, 2.0 ast)

### Summary of Matchups:

1. **Nets vs. ‍Grizzlies**:

– The Nets are dealing⁤ with several injuries to key players, including Ben Simmons (GTD) and ​multiple players out ‌with hamstring issues.

– The Grizzlies⁣ also have notable injuries with Ja Morant (GTD) and‍ other ​players like GG Jackson II and Luke Kennard out.

– Cam Thomas stands out for the Nets ⁢projections, while Desmond ⁤Bane is key for the ⁢Grizzlies.

2. **Spurs vs. ‌Thunder**:

– The Spurs are without Devin Vassell and⁤ Tre Jones, while ‌the‍ Thunder have several players out ⁣as well.

– Victor ‌Wembanyama is projected to lead ⁤the Spurs, and Shai‌ Gilgeous-Alexander is ⁣a standout for the Thunder.

3.⁤ **Pelicans vs. Warriors**:

– Both teams are missing significant‌ contributors,⁢ with the Pelicans missing Herbert Jones, Trey Murphy III, and Dejounte Murray, and the Warriors without ‍Stephen Curry and Andrew Wiggins.

​ – Zion Williamson is projected to perform well ⁤for the Pelicans while ‌Jordan Poole seems poised to‍ lead the Warriors.

### Betting Lines:

– **Nets vs. Grizzlies**: Grizzlies ‍favored slightly despite injuries.

– **Spurs vs. Thunder**: Thunder heavy favorites, indicating confidence in ​their depth.

– **Pelicans vs. Warriors**: Close match, with⁢ Pelicans marginally favored; high potential scoring indicated by BPI projections.

With these factors in mind, it will be interesting to see how each team adjusts their game strategy given their roster limitations and ⁢the potential ⁢impact‍ on their ⁢playstyles.

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