After the West played two games, we finally get a taste of the Eastern Conference Finals in the NBA playoffs. This means there is only a single game each night, making DFS NBA picks and lineups a bit tricky to create. Today is Game 1 of the Hawks vs. Bucks Eastern Conference Finals. So, if looking for a different way to play NBA fantasy contests today, PrizePicks could be a site that interests you. Instead of building lineups of players, at PrizePicks, you are making predictions on player props, stats or fantasy points, with more correct predictions meaning higher payouts.
PrizePicks provides a big list of stats and fantasy points, and you can pick and choose which you want to make a prediction for. Stringing together a few picks can payout up to 10 times your entry fee. You are even able to combine picks across different sports. The only rule is you must make picks for players on at least two different teams.
For the sake of this article, we will take you through three of the best NBA fantasy PrizePicks predictions to make for the Hawks-Bucks NBA Playoffs Game 1 matchup.
PrizePicks NBA Fantasy | Hawks vs. Bucks Game 1
It is important to note that, much like odds that update throughout the day, the player totals at PrizePicks are subject to change. So if you like these NBA picks below, it’s wise to jump on them quickly.
Clint Capela: Over 12.5 Rebounds
After battling with Joel Embiid for seven games last series, Clint Capela should feel a bit of relief facing the Bucks. This isn’t to say it will be a cakewalk for him, but he should be able to control the paint a battle for boards a bit easier. After both teams played an exhausting seven-game series, there is a chance there will be tired legs and more missed shots than usual, leading to more rebounds for Capela. In two matchups against Milwaukee this season, Capela posted rebounding totals of 16 and 14. Awesemo currently projects him for over 14 rebounds.
P.J. Tucker: Under 4.5 Rebounds
P.J. Tucker played a large role last series against the Nets since he was asked to be the primary defender on Kevin Durant. So his projected totals around the industry may be a bit inflated by last series since his minutes are likely about to drop back down. Instead, the Bucks may decide to play more Bobby Portis in that spot or play a bit smaller. At any rate, fewer minutes means fewer opportunities for rebounds for Tucker, which is why the under is a wise play here.
Kevin Huerter: Over 12.5 Points
With the Bucks struggling to guard the perimeter, Kevin Huerter is already worth a look in NBA fantasy across the board. Add in the fact that Milwaukee will be more concerned with Young and Bogdan Bogdanovic, and Huerter may see even more open looks. He is also coming off two big performances, so his confidence has to be at an all-time high. Huerter scored 16 and 20 points in his last two games against the Bucks, and he is coming off a 27-point Game 7 in Philadelphia.
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