Dennis Schroder (Detroit Pistons) Over 5.5 Rebounds + Assists (-135)
Odds available at fanduel at time of publishingAs we look ahead to the matchup between the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Dallas Mavericks, Dennis Schroder stands out as a prime candidate for the over on 5.5 combined rebounds and assists. His recent form hints at a player on the cusp of a breakout; over the last five games, he's averaged 2.8 rebounds and 3.8 assists. While those numbers seem modest, they mask a trend that's hard to ignore-against Dallas, his assist average spikes to 5.6, showing he thrives in this matchup.Moreover, the Mavericks' defense has struggled to contain versatile guards, allowing 4.2 assists in similar scenarios. Schroder's knack for sneaking in a couple of boards adds to his appeal, especially since he's hitting this mark 60% of the time in home/away splits over the last 20 games. With an expected stat value of 7.5, it feels like Schroder is poised to exceed that 5.5 threshold.