JutPicks
The most loaded NBA slates of the season will occur on Friday and Sunday nights. Every team is in action. While some teams have nothing to play for, we have plenty of teams still fighting for playoff positioning. Let’s dive into the best NBA player prop bets for Friday, April 11.
You can also find out our expert NBA picks for today’s big games.
Jimmy Butler (GSW) Over 16.5 points (-120)
Odds available at BetMGM Sportsbook at time of publishing
Jimmy Butler and the Warriors are in a dogfight in the Western Conference standings. They would like nothing more to avoid the play-in tournament, as the #6 seed Warriors have the same record as the Timberwolves and Grizzlies. A loss on Wednesday to the woeful Spurs as 18+ point home favorites put them in this spot, but expect Butler and the Warriors to bounce back tonight.
Butler showed his aggression in the last game. He shot 17 times from the free-throw line, converting 16 of them. The Trail Blazers will match with elite perimeter defenders, but Butler should carry a significant workload in a must-win game.
Aaron Gordon (DEN) Over 8.5 rebounds + assists (-130)
Odds available at ESPN Sportsbook at time of publishing
We’re attacking the biggest game of the slate tonight. There is a ton at stake in Grizzlies vs Nuggets, with both teams hoping to avoid the play-in tournament. Expect star players to play massive minutes, including Aaron Gordon — whose role on this Denver squad is unquestioned.
With Jamal Murray listed as doubtful, the shoulders of Gordon, Nikola Jokic and Christian Braun will be leaned upon heavily.
