Best NBA Parlay Picks Today, Saturday 04/04 (5-Leg) : Expert Selections

As the Toronto Raptors gear up to face the Memphis Grizzlies, all eyes are on Scottie Barnes. While he's been a playmaking dynamo at home, his away performances tell a different story. Over the last five games on the road, he's averaging just 9.6 assists, a significant dip from his overall average of 12.2. Against Memphis, that number shrinks even further; he's managed just 5.2 assists in their last encounters away. Given the Grizzlies' defensive scheme, which excels at limiting playmakers, the odds are stacked against Barnes reaching that 10.5 mark. With an impressive hit rate of 16 out of the last 20 games falling below this threshold, it's clear that this is a player who thrives under specific circumstances. As the Raptors travel, expect Barnes to struggle to find his rhythm, making the under a compelling choice.

Scottie Barnes (Toronto Raptors) Under 19.5 Rebounds + Assists (-345)

Scottie Barnes is a remarkable talent, but in this matchup against the Memphis Grizzlies, we're leaning towards him finishing under 19.5 combined rebounds and assists. While he's had some impressive outings, the numbers tell a different story lately. Over his last five games, he averages just 12.78 combined stats, a stark contrast to the line set for this game. Playing away from home, Barnes' production dips further, with averages of 5.8 rebounds and 9.6 assists. Against a formidable Grizzlies defense, which has stifled playmakers, he's only managed 5.2 assists in similar matchups. His historical performance is telling too; he's hit the under in 16 of his last 17 away games. With an implied probability of 77.5% for this line, it seems wise to expect Barnes to fall short of that 19.5 mark tonight.

Jalen Johnson (Atlanta Hawks) Under 20.5 Rebounds + Assists (-312)

As we look ahead to Friday's matchup between the Atlanta Hawks and Brooklyn Nets, Jalen Johnson's recent performance suggests that the under on his combined rebounds and assists at 20.5 could be the smart play. While he's been solid overall, averaging 9 boards and 8.2 assists in his last five, his away stats tell a different story. On the road, those averages dip to 8.8 rebounds and just 7.6 assists, with his assists against Brooklyn particularly concerning-averaging only 2 in their last five encounters. Moreover, Johnson has consistently hit the under, with a 6-for-7 hit rate in his last seven games away from home. Against the Nets, he typically registers around 7.2 rebounds and a mere 4.6 assists. With an expected stat value of just 14.39, the likelihood of him surpassing that 20.5 threshold feels slim. This matchup leans heavily towards the under, making

Scottie Barnes (Toronto Raptors) Under 31.5 Points + Assists (-263)

As the Raptors gear up to face the Grizzlies, all eyes will be on Scottie Barnes, but betting on him to surpass 31.5 combined points and assists might be a stretch. Over his last five games, Barnes has averaged just 14.8 points and 12.2 assists, translating to a modest 27-a number that doesn't inspire confidence. When we zoom in on his away performances, he's been even less prolific, averaging 13.2 points and only 9.6 assists. Against Memphis, he's found some success, with averages of 19.6 points and 8.2 assists in their last five matchups. However, on the road, those figures dip significantly, and with a flawless under hit rate in his last 15 away games, it seems prudent to lean towards the under. The current line feels inflated, especially considering that Barnes has only exceeded this mark in two of the last 20 contests. It's a smart play to bet