The San Antonio Spurs stole Game 1, but the Oklahoma City Thunder are 6.5-point favorites to respond in Wednesday’s Game 2 at 8:30 p.m. ET at the Paycom Center in Oklahoma City on NBC.
Check out my Spurs vs. Thunder player props based on the latest NBA odds:
Spurs vs. Thunder Player Props: Wednesday, May 20
- Jalen Williams over 4.5 rebounds (-130)
- Alex Caruso over 9.5 points (-115)
Jalen Williams Player Prop: Over 4.5 Rebounds
Oklahoma City forward Jalen Williams had a gritty performance in his first game back from injury. In 37 minutes, Williams finished with 26 points, seven rebounds, and three assists.
Williams wasn’t efficient from a shooting perspective, but that should come as he gets more comfortable on the floor. I like the idea of targeting his rebounds, as Williams had moments where he was defending Victor Wembanyama down low.
Williams had 16 rebound chances on Monday, suggesting he was heavily involved on the glass. He’s now tallied 15 rebounds on 29 chances through three playoff games this summer. Last postseason, Williams averaged 5.5 boards on 10.3 chances per contest.
As long as this line is listed at 4.5, I like the over for my favorite player prop in Game 2.
Best bet: Jalen Williams over 4.5 rebounds (-130)
Alex Caruso Player Prop: Over 9.5 Points
I don’t expect Alex Caruso to drop 31 points on 11-of-19 shooting with eight 3s again in Game 2. But the conditions that made it possible haven’t changed.
Wembanyama chose to guard Caruso to allow him a chance to patrol the paint. That’s a coverage decision that essentially dares Caruso to beat the Spurs.
Caruso isn’t a reliable offensive player at this point in his career, but he’s proven to be a big-moment player who elevates in the playoffs. With the same defensive scheme likely in place Wednesday, I’ll take him to come through again.
Best bet: Alex Caruso over 9.5 points (-115)
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