Best NBA prop bets today for Knicks vs. Celtics (Julius Randle undervalued)
By Peter Dewey
The New York Knicks are looking to keep the momentum from Tuesday’s win over the Cleveland Cavaliers going into tonight’s game with the Boston Celtics.
There are a ton of props that I like for the Knicks, but I’ve narrowed it down to just three in this game, including one that has become a daily play on Julius Randle.
Let’s dive in:
Knicks vs. Celtics best NBA prop bets
- Julius Randle OVER 11.5 Rebounds
- Immanuel Quickley OVER 18.5 Points, Rebounds and Assists
- Jaylen Brown UNDER 3.5 Assists
Julius Randle OVER 11.5 Rebounds
Julius Randle’s rebounds prop continues to be the best bet in the NBA, as he’s picked up 13 or more rebounds in 10 of his last 12 games.
Since Dec. 14, Randle has been insane on the glass, averaging 13.6 rebounds per game. He’s going to continue to have a big role as a rebounder with Mitchell Robinson out, and he should lead the Knicks against Boston tonight.
The Celtics don’t have a ton of size, and they rank 12th in the league in rebounding percentage while the Knicks rank fourth. Keep going OVER on Randle’s boards.
Immanuel Quickley OVER 18.5 Points, Rebounds and Assists
Immanuel Quickley has been the entire bench for the Knicks lately, and he’s cleared 18.5 points, rebounds and assists in 12 of his last 14 games.
IQ is averaging 36.0 minutes per game over that stretch, playing a massive role on both ends of the floor.
The Knicks really play about seven guys the majority of the minutes, so getting Quickley at less than 20.5 is a steal.
Since Jalen Brunson returned from a hip injury, IQ is still averaging 14.9 points, 4.3 rebounds and 2.5 assists per game, easily clearing this number. He does it again tonight.
Jaylen Brown UNDER 3.5 Assists
This is a spot to fade Jaylen Brown, who has cleared 3.5 assists in just one of his last 10 games, averaging 3.3 dimes per game this season.
The Knicks are a solid defense, ranking 15th in defensive rating and 11th in opponent assists per game.
Until Jaylen starts passing at a higher rate, I’ll fade him in this prop.
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