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The NBA has an 8-game in store for us to start off the weekend. The Atlanta Hawks and Philadelphia 76ers will be running it back after the Hawks came out on top in a meeting between the sides on Thursday. The Miami Heat and Charlotte Hornets will be doing the same, with the latter looking to avenge a loss.
You can find our full game previews here, but for now check out my favorite player props for the nights action.
Zion Williamson over 24.5 points (-122)
Houston Rockets rookie Jabari Smith Jr. is set to have his hands full tonight as he goes up against Zion Williamson. The New Orleans Pelicans superstar is having a great November, managing 25 or more points in 4 of 6 games so far. He is set to enjoy a major strength advantage over the rookie and should have little issue finishing in and around the rim. The Rockets are 20th in the league in blocks per game and 25th in opponent points in the paint. They are also 8th in pace and allow the most fast break points per game in the NBA. If they allow Williamson to attack in transition, the forward is bound to put together another strong scoring night.
Read our full predictions for Houston Rockets vs New Orleans Pelicans
Clint Capela over 11.5 rebounds (-120)
This will be the second straight game between the Atlanta Hawks and Philadelphia 76ers, with Clint Capela putting in a dominant performance in the first. There he recorded a season high 20 rebounds to continue his hot streak on the glass. He is now averaging 17.5 over his last 4 games, hitting the over on this line each time. With Embiid still not able to recapture his form from the perimeter, his is likely to take the battle inside the paint tonight. Capela has the physical attributes and the defensive ability to force misses from the 76ers man and clean up the rebounds that come from it.
Take a look at our Atlanta Hawks vs Philadelphia 76ers predictions
Kyle Lowry over 2.5 made threes (+140)
Miami Heat point guard Kyle Lowry has been improving his shooting as the season has gone on. He is making 37.5% of his 3-pointers in the month of November, up from 34.1% in October. He has also knocked down 6 of his last 11 attempts overall. Jimmy Butler went off for 35-points for the Heat the last time these sides met. Look for the Hornets to adjust and to take the ball out of his hands. That could create more scoring opportunities for Kyle Lowry. He knocked down 2 attempts from beyond the arc in their last meeting but should be able to go one better here.
Be sure to read our full Charlotte Hornets vs Miami Heat preview
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