NBA player prop picks - February 26

Wednesday’s NBA slate is packed with action, which means there are tons of player props to target. After combing through every matchup and all players, our expert has picked out their three best NBA player prop bets of the night. We’re targeting three guards, each of whom could put up big numbers in all aspects of the game. Let’s break down our three favorite props for Wednesday’s matchups.

Today’s best NBA player prop predictions

Pick #1: Cade Cunningham (DET) Over 40.5 Points+Rebounds+Assists (-115)

Pick #2: Tyrese Haliburton (IND) Over 19.5 Points (-115)

Pick #3: Josh Hart (NY) Over 32.5 Points+Rebounds+Assists (-112)

Pick #1: Cade Cunningham (DET) Over 40.5 Points+Rebounds+Assists (-115)

Cade Cunningham and the Pistons host the Celtics on the second night of a back-to-back for Boston. While the Celtics are aiming to complete a season sweep of Detroit, the Pistons hold some key advantages – rest, home court and a sense of urgency to prove themselves as a legitimate playoff contender. Their All-Star guard, Cunningham, will be the focal point.

Cunningham has filled the stat sheet against Boston this season, recording at least six rebounds and eight assists in all three previous matchups, including highs of nine rebounds and 14 assists in a single game. He’s averaging 25.8 points, 6.5 rebounds and 9.5 assists per game, and in three games since the all-star break, he’s totaled 95 points, 31 assists and 17 rebounds.

Additionally, Boston has shown vulnerability to high-usage guards on the second night of a back-to-back:

• Ja Morant: 32 points, nine rebounds, nine assists
• Jalen Green: 27 points
• Trae Young: 28 points, 11 assists
• LeBron James & Austin Reaves combined: 43 points, 12 assists, 17 rebounds

Given the matchup and Cunningham’s recent form, he’s a great bet to put up another huge stat line.

Pick #2: Tyrese Haliburton (IND) Over 19.5 Points (-115)

The Raptors are also playing on the second night of a back-to-back after facing Boston, setting up a tough spot for them against the Pacers. Toronto ranks 25th in defensive rating, while Indiana is ninth in offensive rating and sixth in pace. With tired legs on defense, the Raptors could struggle to contain Indiana’s fast-paced attack.

Haliburton, known primarily for his elite playmaking, is in a great position to rack up points. The Raptors have been limiting assists but remain vulnerable to transition points and scoring off turnovers. That plays right into Haliburton’s strengths – he ranks among the NBA leaders in steals (1.4 SPG), generating easy scoring chances off takeaways.

With 27 assists over his last two games, Haliburton’s assist market may be inflated. Instead, we’ll pivot to his points prop, as he should have plenty of scoring opportunities in this fast-paced matchup.

Pick #3: Josh Hart (NY) Over 32.5 Points+Rebounds+Assists (-112)

While Jalen Brunson is always a solid bet, we’re going with Josh Hart in the 76ers vs Knicks matchup, with Hart stuffing the stat sheet lately. Hart and the Knicks are looking to bounce back after Sunday’s loss to Boston, and he’ll be a key factor against a struggling 76ers team.

Hart has two triple-doubles against Philly this season, and at +800 odds to do it again, he’s worth a sprinkle. However, we’ll play it safer with his PRA prop, which he has cleared in three straight games, including two outings of 40+ PRA. Against Boston on Sunday, Hart posted 20 points, 11 rebounds and 9 assists.

In his two games against the Sixers this season, Hart has recorded:

• 14 points, 10 assists, 12 rebounds
• 10 points, 12 assists, 17 rebounds

Philadelphia ranks 24th in defensive rating, 21st in opponent defensive rebounding and 24th in opponent assists allowed – perfect conditions for Hart to have another all-around performance.