Reed Sheppard (Houston Rockets) Under 3.5 Rebounds (-179)

Odds available at draftkings at time of publishing

In tonight's matchup between the Houston Rockets and Toronto Raptors, targeting Reed Sheppard for under 3.5 rebounds feels like a savvy move. Despite the home-court advantage, Sheppard's recent performance tells a different story. Over the last five games, he's averaged a mere 0.8 rebounds, and even at home, he's grabbing just 0.6 per game. When you look at his track record against the Raptors, it's even less encouraging-just one rebound in their last five encounters, and he hasn't managed to snag any at home. With the Rockets' dynamic offense drawing more attention away from the boards, it's hard to see Sheppard surpassing that 3.5 mark. In fact, he hasn't hit this number in any of his last 15 games, which adds to the confidence in this bet. All signs point to an underperformance tonight, making this a compelling play for savvy bettors.

Ja'Kobe Walter (Toronto Raptors) Over 9.5 Points + Rebounds (-128)

Odds available at draftkings at time of publishing

When it comes to Ja'Kobe Walter, the numbers paint a picture of a player poised to shine in Toronto. Averaging a solid 12.6 points and 4.2 rebounds over his last five games, Walter has shown a knack for stepping up when it matters most, particularly against the Raptors, where he's dropped an impressive average of 18.5 points recently. As he heads into this away matchup, his consistency is striking-he's hit the Over on 9.5 points and rebounds in all of his last nine away games. The Rockets will rely on him to make an impact on both ends of the floor, and given his average of 11.2 points on the road, it seems likely he'll exceed that 9.5 threshold again. Look for Walter to capitalize on this opportunity as he continues his hot streak against a Raptors team that may struggle to contain him.

See All Our Picks

You're viewing a preview. Subscribe today to unlock the full article and gain access to all our expert insights and best bets - every single day.

Get Bet Better Pro