Best NBA Parlay Picks Today, Tuesday 04/07 (5-Leg) Featuring Jalen Johnson!: Calculated Risk, High Reward

In this matchup, targeting Franz Wagner to go over 9.5 points feels like a smart play. The young star has been on fire, averaging 12 points over his last five games and an impressive 16.2 when playing at home. More compelling is his recent performance against the Pistons, where he's been lighting it up for an average of 23.6 points in their last five encounters. With a staggering hit rate of 19 out of his last 20 home games, Wagner's consistency shines. He's not just finding ways to score; he's thriving in front of the home crowd, and the matchup against Detroit should only bolster his confidence. With an expected stat value of 19.02, it's clear he's primed to eclipse that 9.5 mark easily. If you're looking for a solid prop bet, Wagner's going over seems like a slam dunk in this contest!

LeBron James (Los Angeles Lakers) Under 9.5 Assists (-135)

As the Los Angeles Lakers gear up to face the Oklahoma City Thunder, all eyes will be on LeBron James and his passing prowess. However, in this matchup, I'm leaning towards the under on his assists at 9.5. Despite his legendary playmaking, LeBron has averaged just 7.6 assists at home over his last five games. Against the Thunder, his distribution dips further, with only 6.6 assists on average in their last five encounters at home.Moreover, LeBron has only surpassed this mark in 4 of his last 9 home games. With the Lakers likely looking to exploit other avenues of attack against a Thunder team that can struggle defensively, I expect LeBron to focus more on scoring than playmaking. Given the trends and the numbers, taking the under on his assists feels like a smart play as he navigates this pivotal matchup.

Cooper Flagg (Dallas Mavericks) Under 40.5 Points + Rebounds + Assists (-122)

As the Mavericks prepare to host the Clippers, Cooper Flagg's performance is worth scrutinizing, particularly when it comes to hitting the Under on his combined points, rebounds, and assists line of 40.5. Despite his evident talent, the numbers suggest a more subdued outing. Flagg has averaged just 30.2 points, 6.2 rebounds, and 3.6 assists over his last five games. When playing away, those figures dip even further, with 23.4 points and 6.8 rebounds. Additionally, his recent history against the Mavericks indicates he typically nets around 23 points, with a notable decline in assists when on the road. With a solid hit rate of 10 out of the last 12 games, the Under seems a strong play here. Expecting Flagg to fall short of that 40.5 mark feels more likely than not, especially against a Dallas defense that can make scoring tough for visitors.

Joel Embiid (Philadelphia 76ers) Over 24.5 Points (-200)

When the Philadelphia 76ers hit the court against the San Antonio Spurs, all eyes should be on Joel Embiid to soar over 24.5 points. Embiid has been on an absolute tear, averaging 27 points in his last five games and an impressive 30 points when playing away. But what's really telling is his dominance against the Spurs; he's lit them up for an average of 38 points in their recent matchups, even hitting 35 on the road. With a staggering hit rate of 14 out of his last 16 games and a perfect 5 for 5 away, Embiid is a scoring machine right now. Given these numbers, it's hard to see him falling short of that 24.5 mark. Expect him to assert himself early and often, making this prop bet not just a good choice but a smart one.