Amen Thompson (Houston Rockets) Under 7.5 Rebounds (+101)
Odds available at draftkings at time of publishingAs the Rockets face off against the Lakers, all eyes will be on Amen Thompson, but I'm leaning toward the Under on his rebounding total of 7.5. While Thompson has averaged 7.8 boards in his last five away games, the Lakers' size and defensive prowess can stifle his efforts. He's averaged just 7 rebounds against them in away matchups, and with the Lakers' frontcourt anchored by formidable defenders, the path to high rebounding numbers becomes treacherous.Thompson's recent hit rate paints a clearer picture; he's only managed to clear 7.5 boards in half of his last eight away games. With an expected stat value of 6.7, it's reasonable to anticipate he'll fall short once again. Given the stakes of this matchup and the defensive schemes at play, taking the Under seems like the smart move here.