Player prediction in Phoenix!
Jabari Smith Jr. is averaging 17.6 points per game this season and playing 34.6 minutes per contest. He has scored 30 points twice in his last nine games, although he has cleared 14,5 points in only four of those nine appearances. Phoenix has also been allowing 121.4 points per game.
Match: Suns vs Rockets
League / Competition: NBA
Our Pick: Smith jr over 14,5 points
Odds: 1.85
Market: Player Props
Analyst Confidence: 4/5
Jabari Smith Jr. has established himself as an important scoring option for Houston this season, averaging 17.6 points per game through nine appearances. His average is comfortably above the 14,5-point line, making this an interesting player prop.
Smith has already demonstrated his scoring ceiling with two 30-point performances, as well as a 22-point game against Dallas. He is also averaging 3.0 three-pointers made per game, giving him another route to reach the required total.
Phoenix has struggled defensively, conceding 121.4 points per game. That could create opportunities for Houston’s perimeter players, particularly if Smith gets his usual playing time.
The main concern is consistency: Smith has gone over 14,5 points in only four of his first nine games, so this is not a low-risk selection. Nevertheless, his season average and offensive potential make the over worth considering.