Handicapping the NBA: Wednesday Picks

Handicapping the NBA: Wednesday Picks

This article is part of our NBA Picks series.

Alex Barutha

Wendell Carter Jr. under 19.5 points + rebounds (-104) vs. NOP -- FanDuel, 1:08 PM CT

Carter is in a tough matchup, going up against Steven Adams. The Pelicans allow the fewest rebounds in the NBA (40.6), which makes me at least feel good about the rebounding portion of this prop. And, in general, I don't have a ton of faith in Carter as a scorer. Over the past eight games, he's averaging just 12.0 points and 6.5 rebounds per game. However, those numbers are buoyed by two big performances against the Rockets, who don't have a center, and the Timberwolves, the worst team in the league.

Joe Bartel

Wendell Carter under 7.5 rebounds (-120) vs. NO - DraftKings Sportsbook 11:23 AM CT

I imagine Carter will play more than he has over the previous two games given the matchup, but considering Steven Adams and the Pelicans allow the fourth-fewest rebounds to opposing centers, it's just hard to believe the 21-year-old will get close to this figure. Since returning from his multi-week absence due to a bruised quad, Carter is averaging just 6.5 rebounds across his last eight games while playing close to 27 minutes per night, both numbers that reinforce the under.

Nick Whalen

Lonzo Ball OVER 26.5 Points + Rebounds + Assists (-115) vs. Chicago -- DraftKings Sportsbook

The hype around the other Ball brother has partially detracted from the fact that Lonzo is in the midst of the best and most consistent stretch of his NBA career. Over his last 15 games, Ball is averaging 17.1 points, 4.8 rebounds, 5.7 assists and 1.1 steals, while maintaining a 47-47-85 shooting line. His free throw volume (1.7 FTA/G) could still use some work, but other than that he's been lightyears better than he was over the first month of the season. Ball has notched at least 27 points/rebounds/assists in four of his last seven games, while recording exactly 26 points/rebounds/assists in two others. Most importantly, he's averaging 36.6 minutes per game during that seven-game stretch. When he faced off against the Bulls in Chicago on Feb. 10, Ball went for 21 points (with a season-high five made free throws), seven assists and five boards in 34 minutes. 

Jeff Edgerton

KINGS (-3.5) vs. Lakers (FD Sportsbook, 8:30 a.m. ET)

Without LeBron James and Anthony Davis, the Lakers will revert back to a version of their 2018 selves. It will be an uphill battle against the Kings, who will be able to match LA at every position.

Kyle Lowry OVER 21.5 POINTS (MGM Sportsbook, 8:30 a.m. ET)

If this game goes off as expected, Lowry will need to carry a heavy load in the backcourt. He's averaging 21.6 points per game over his last six, and 22 points over the two contests after his three-game absence last week.

RotoWire Community
Join Our Subscriber-Only NBA Chat
Chat with our writers and other RotoWire NBA fans for all the pre-game info and in-game banter.
Join The Discussion
ABOUT THE AUTHORS
Joe Bartel
Joe Bartel is RotoWire's Operations Specialist and football contributor among many other things. When not at the office, he's probably playing a variety of Gen 4 console games or rooting on his beloved Green Bay Packers.
Alex Barutha
Alex is RotoWire's Chief NBA Editor. He writes articles about daily fantasy, year-long fantasy and sports betting. You can hear him on the RotoWire NBA Podcast, Sirius XM, VSiN and other platforms. He firmly believes Robert Covington is the most underrated fantasy player of the past decade.
Jeff Edgerton
Jeff has provided sports content for numerous sports outlets and has played fantasy sports since scores had to be tabulated via newspaper. He started working with RotoWire in 2017. Originally from South Carolina, he's a lifelong Clemson fan now enjoying the sun in Los Angeles.
Nick Whalen
Now in his 10th year with the company, Nick is RotoWire's Senior Media Analyst, a position he took on after several years as the Head of Basketball Content. A multi-time FSGA and FSWA award winner, Nick co-hosts RotoWire's flagship show on Sirius XM Fantasy alongside Jeff Erickson, as well as The RotoWire NBA Show on Sirius XM NBA with Alex Barutha. He also co-hosts RotoWire's Football and Basketball podcasts. You can catch Nick's NBA and NFL analysis on VSiN and DraftKings, as well as RotoWire's various social and video channels. Follow him on Twitter and Instagram @wha1en.
NBA Picks and Player Props Today: Bets for Wednesday Nov. 6
NBA Picks and Player Props Today: Bets for Wednesday Nov. 6
NBA DFS Picks: DraftKings Plays and Strategy for Wednesday, November 6
NBA DFS Picks: DraftKings Plays and Strategy for Wednesday, November 6
NBA Expert Picks & Props: New York Knicks Futures and Picks for Wednesday, November 6
NBA Expert Picks & Props: New York Knicks Futures and Picks for Wednesday, November 6
Yahoo DFS Basketball: Who to Play, Who to Avoid for Wednesday 11/6
Yahoo DFS Basketball: Who to Play, Who to Avoid for Wednesday 11/6
NBA Fantasy: Overachievers and Underperformers
NBA Fantasy: Overachievers and Underperformers
Fantasy Basketball Trade Tips: Buy Low on VanVleet, Miller
Fantasy Basketball Trade Tips: Buy Low on VanVleet, Miller