NBA player prop picks, odds: Three best 2026 NBA Playoffs prop bets for Knicks vs. Cavaliers, Game 3
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- James Harden – Cavaliers guard has an over/under of 5.5 assists for Game 3; SportsLine’s projection model expects him to deliver 6.8 assists, up from his series average of 2.5 assists.
- Mikal Bridges – Knicks forward is projected to exceed 19.5 combined points, rebounds and assists; he has logged 22+ combined stats in seven straight games and is averaging 37‑40 minutes this series.
- Karl‑Anthony Towns – Knicks center is set to go over 17.5 points; he posted 18 points and 13 rebounds in Game 2 and the model forecasts a 20‑point average.
- SportsLine Projection Model – Simulates each NBA game 10,000 times, has a 72% success rate on top‑rated spread picks (26‑10) this postseason, and has generated over $10,000 profit per $100 wagered on its top NBA picks over eight seasons.
- Prop Bet Guy – SportsLine expert backs Bridges’ over 19.5, citing his streak of 22+ combined stats and high‑minute usage against the Cavaliers’ defense.
Why it matters: Bettors using SportsLine's top picks can capture the projected over/under edges on Harden, Bridges, and Towns, potentially boosting returns as the model has already delivered a 72% spread success rate this postseason.
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