James Harden Points - Player Prop Bet 5/13/2026

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James Harden

G · Cleveland Cavaliers

Points

Detroit Pistons vs Cleveland Cavaliers · May 13, 2026

Updated May 13, 2026 8:08 PM EST

Analysis

James Harden Points Prop is currently Over/Under 18.5 (-103/-108).

The money has been on the Under as it opened 18.5 @ -102 before it was bet down to 18.5 @ -108.

Key Factors

Favors Over

This year, the opposition's starting PGs have tallied 21.2 points per game (2nd-highest in the NBA) against the Pistons, designating this as a good matchup for offensive output.
The Cavaliers check in as the 3rd-best offensive rebounding offense in the league over the last 5 games away from their home court (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore produce new chances for scoring and assists).
The matchup against the Pistons is a positive one for getting to the free-throw line; the other team's starting PGs have attempted a massive 5.0 foul shots per game this year (4th-most in the league).

Favors Under

The Cavaliers have played at the 3rd-slowest pace-of-play in the league over the last 5 games on the road.
The Detroit Pistons have played at the 2nd-most sluggish pace-of-play in the league over the last 5 games, which ought to lead to decreased opportunities for the Cavaliers.