Daniss Jenkins (Detroit Pistons) Under 7.5 Assists (-104)

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When considering Daniss Jenkins for the under on assists at 7.5 against the New Orleans Pelicans, it's hard to ignore his recent performance trends. At home, Jenkins has been a playmaker, but not quite at a level that justifies going over this number. In fact, he's hit the under in 13 of his last 16 home games, demonstrating a pattern of assisting fewer than expected. His average sits at only 4.99 assists, which tells us he's consistently falling short of that 7.5 mark. The Pelicans, while competitive, are not known for pushing the pace or generating a high assist rate against teams like the Pistons. With Jenkins hitting the under 17 times in his last 20 games, this matchup seems ripe for another lower assist total. All signs point to him staying below that threshold once again.

Malik Monk (Sacramento Kings) Under 5.5 Assists (-108)

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In what promises to be an intriguing matchup, targeting Malik Monk for under 5.5 assists feels like a smart move. While Monk has shown flashes of brilliance, his recent away performances tell a different story. On the road, he's averaging just 4.6 assists, and against the Magic, that drops to 3.5 assists per game. Digging deeper, Monk's overall hit rate is impressive, but when it comes to assists, he's found himself under this number in 15 of his last 18 games. The Kings will be facing a Magic team that's tough defensively, which could further hinder Monk's playmaking. With the momentum leaning toward Orlando's defense and Monk's recent numbers, it's hard to see him surpassing that 5.5 mark tonight. Keep an eye on the dynamics, but betting the under feels like a shrewd play.

Devin Carter (Sacramento Kings) Under 20.5 Points + Rebounds (-106)

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As Devin Carter steps onto the court in Orlando, the numbers tell a compelling story. Averaging just 12.6 points and 3.8 rebounds over his last five games, he's been far from a scoring machine. The away games have been particularly tough, with averages dipping to 11.6 points and 3.6 rebounds. Against the Kings, Carter's performance has been even more muted, mustering a mere 6.7 points per game and failing to score on the road in their last matchup. His rebounding numbers against Sacramento are dismal too, with an average of 2.7, and not a single board collected during their last encounter away from home. With a hit rate of only 3 out of 5 in recent away games, it's clear that Carter is struggling to reach that 20.5 mark. Betting the under feels like a smart move in this matchup.

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