Today's NBA Pick'Em predictions target premium player props across three marquee matchups -- such as Giannis Antetokounmpo's points-rebounds-assists line against the Knicks, VJ Edgecombe's breakout rookie performance versus the Wizards, and Zach LaVine's scoring surge for Sacramento. Get winning picks for PrizePicks, Pick6, and Underdog Fantasy contests.
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NBA Pick'Em Today
New York Knicks vs Milwaukee Bucks: Giannis Antetokounmpo over 49.5 points + rebounds + assists, Pick6, 2 PM CT
Few players have opened the season on a more blistering run than Antetokounmpo. He was named the Eastern Conference Player of the Week on Monday -- and deservedly so -- after averaging 36.0 points, 16.0 boards and 7.0 assists per game in his first three appearances. The Greek superstar also became the first player in league history to record at least 100 points, 40 rebounds and 15 assists in the first three games of the season. The Knicks are among the best teams in the Eastern Conference, but they don't have the personnel to slow down Antetokounmpo on defense. Plus, the star forward has cleared that line of over 49.5 P+R+A in his first three outings of the season by a wide margin, and there's no reason to believe that won't be the case again Tuesday.
Philadelphia 76ers vs. Washington Wizards: VJ Edgecombe over 24.5 points + rebounds, PrizePicks, 2 PM CT
Edgecombe took the league by storm after dropping 34 points in his rookie debut. Even though the Baylor product, who was selected third overall in the 2025 NBA Draft, hasn't been able to repeat the 30-point output in his subsequent two contests, he's certainly performing well above what anyone could've expected out of him. After dropping 34 points against Boston, Edgecombe has recorded 15 and 26 points against Charlotte and Orlando, respectively. He's doing more than just scoring, as he's added 18 assists, 17 rebounds and five blocks combined as well. Given that Edgecombe has cleared the line of 24.5 P+R in two of his three outings so far, he might do so again Tuesday, especially since Joel Embiid (knee) continues to play under a minutes restriction and Paul George (knee) is still out. That should translate to more usage rate for the rookie.
Sacramento Kings vs. Oklahoma City Thunder: Zach LaVine over 27.5 points + rebounds + assists, Underdog, 2 PM CT
The Kings are depleted to start the season due to several injuries and the fact that Domantas Sabonis isn't 100 percent healthy -- or perhaps going through a slump to open the campaign. One player who has stepped up for the Kings is LaVine, and the veteran should have a sizable role on offense once again in what figures to be a tough matchup against the reigning champions. LaVine recorded 32 points (12-24 FG, 4-9 3Pt, 4-4 FT) and four rebounds in 40 minutes during Sunday's 127-120 loss to the Lakers, and that was the third straight game in which he reached the 30-point mark. Thus, this line looks extremely low. Even if LaVine is matched up against a tough defender like Luguentz Dort, look for the veteran to find a way to get his touches and points. LaVine should rely on his usage rate to clear the 27.5 P+R+A line for a fourth consecutive contest.
