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Tyrese Haliburton (Indiana Pacers) Under 18.5 Rebounds + Assists (-769)
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Tyrese Haliburton's recent performance against the Oklahoma City Thunder shows a trend that makes an Under 18.5 bet on his total rebounds and assists for this game a reasonable choice. Looking at his last five games, Haliburton's average rebounds and assists are 6.4 and 10.4, respectively, which total 16.8, lower than the set point of 18.5. Furthermore, when we look at his away game performance, his averages drop to 5.8 rebounds and 8 assists, clearly falling under the line. He also averages fewer rebounds (5.3) and assists (7.3) when playing against the Thunder, which further validates the choice. All these stats suggest a lower probability of Haliburton surpassing the 18.5 total rebounds and assists threshold, making the Under bet a statistically sound decision.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (Oklahoma City Thunder) Under 45.5 Points (-2000)
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The bet on Shai Gilgeous-Alexander to score under 45.5 points in the upcoming Oklahoma City Thunder vs Indiana Pacers game is based on his recent scoring trends and overall performance statistics. His average points scored over the last five games is 31.4, which is significantly below the proposed outcome point of 45.5. Even when considering only home games, his average increases only slightly to 33.8 points. Furthermore, when playing against the Pacers, his average points drop to 34 and reduces drastically to 24 points when facing them at home. Although Gilgeous-Alexander's hit rate has been consistent, the numbers clearly indicate that scoring more than 45.5 points would be an outlier performance. Hence, the statistical evidence strongly supports the under 45.5 points bet.
Tyrese Haliburton (Indiana Pacers) Over 0.5 Threes Made (-2000)
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Tyrese Haliburton has a strong track record of making three-point field goals, especially when playing away games. His average of three-point field goals made in the last five away games is 3, which is significantly higher than the over/under point set for this bet (0.5). Furthermore, when specifically playing against Oklahoma City Thunder while away, his average increases to 2.7 three-point field goals made, which is still substantially above the threshold. This consistent performance, both overall and against this particular opponent, suggests a high probability that Haliburton will make more than 0.5 three-point field goals in the upcoming game. Hence, supporting the decision to place a bet on the over for Haliburton's three-point field goals in this game.