The NBA Playoffs are heating up—and in this pressure-filled atmosphere, player props become an incredible way to find edges the sportsbooks might overlook. With teams locking in defensively and star players logging heavier minutes, betting on player performance becomes all about momentum, matchup history, and usage rates.
Coming off a solid 2-for-3 day yesterday, we’re building on that momentum and heading into today with a tight set of prop bets that are showing value. These picks aren’t just based on gut feel—they’re backed by trends, stats, and recent player performance. Let’s recap yesterday and then break down our top prop plays for Friday.
Recap – April 18 Picks:
We went 2 for 3. Not bad!
✅Desmond Bane Over 4.5 Rebounds – Cashed easily, with Bane grabbing boards and continuing his solid rebounding trend.
❌ P.J. Washington Over 6.5 Rebounds – He came up short despite solid attempts missing by 1 rebound.
✅Trae Young Over 27.5 Points – This one hit too.
Today’s Top Props – April 18:
✅ Kevin Porter Jr. Over 10.5 Points @ Indiana Pacers
He’s gone over this number in 5 of his last 10 and is averaging 10.3 PPG this season. This line is low for a player who’s shown scoring potential—especially in a matchup with Indiana’s sometimes shaky perimeter defense.
✅ Kawhi Leonard Over 6 Rebounds @ Denver Nuggets
Kawhi has quietly hit this number in 2 of his last 4 and is averaging just under 6 boards a game. In a high-stakes game with Denver’s bigs controlling the paint, Kawhi’s all-around play gives him a solid chance to clear this.
✅ James Harden Over 9 Assists @ Denver Nuggets
The Beard has hit this number in all of his last five games and is averaging 8.7 APG this season. With his elite court vision and high usage, Harden has a strong chance to go double-digits in dimes tonight.
Final Thoughts:
These NBA prop bets are backed by trends and smart matchups. Whether you’re locking these in on FanDuel, DraftKings, PrizePicks, Underdog, or BetMGM—these plays hold value. Stay consistent, bet responsibly, and let’s ride the wave together. Good luck out there!
