NBA Props Betting – Bet On The Game Within The Game – Hawks, Magic Props Picks

NBA betting buffs looking to boost the annual pro basketball betting bankroll will enjoy my in-depth NBA Props Betting look at tonight’s Game 1 matchup between the Atlanta Hawks and Orlando Magic.

Will Joe Johnson unleash an offensive explosion on the Magic or will shooting guard counterpart show the young buck how it’s done with a highlight reel-making performance?

How about the battle between centers, Al Horford and Dwight Howard? Which player will impose his will on the other?

I’ve got the answer to these questions and much more in this NBA props betting breakdown.

Al Horford Total Rebounds

Over 10 Rebs -110

Under 10 Rebs -120

Analysis: Horford averaged 9.0 rebounds per game against the Bobcats in the first round and I don’t think the hard-working forward playing center will get 11 tonight against Dwight Howard.

Expert NBA Picks: Under 10 Rebounds

Vince Carter Total Points

Over 16½ Pts -105

Under 16½ Pts -125

Analysis: Carter averaged 15.5 points per game against the defensive-minded Charlotte Bobcats in the first round but should have a much easier time scoring the ball in this series against a Hawks team that certainly isn’t known for its ability to stop people. I like the Over for VC here.

Expert NBA Picks: Over 16½ Pts

Dwight Howard Total Points

Over 18 Pts -125

Under Pts -105

Analysis: Howard averaged just 9.8 points per game against the Bobcats and I say he doesn’t reach 19 points tonight either as my boy Al Horford doesn’t back down from anyone.

Expert NBA Picks: Under 18 Points

Joe Johnson Total Points

Over 21½ Pts Ev

Over 21½ Pts -130

Analysis: Under 21½ Pts -130Johnson averaged 23.0 points per game against the Milwaukee Bucks and should be able to at least reach that figure in a more up-tempo game against the offensive-minded Magic.

Yeah, this one looks like a ‘lock’. Play Johnson to go Over the set O/U total here.

Expert NBA Picks: Over 21½ Pts

Double Result

Hawks-Magic +375

Analysis: I know the Hawks often play about as ‘dumb as a rock’ but they are one of the most athletic teams in the league and should be able to cover the nine-point spread in a losing effort.

Play the Hawks for the ATS cover but the Magic for the outright home win.

Expert NBA Picks: Hawks-Magic > > SIGN UP NOW!