Lauri Markkanen Points - Player Prop Bet 1/25/2024

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Lauri Markkanen

F-C · Utah Jazz

Points

Washington Wizards vs Utah Jazz · Jan 25, 2024

Updated Jan 25, 2024 7:20 PM EST

Analysis

Lauri Markkanen Points Prop is currently Over/Under 25.5 (-120/-115).

The money has been on the Over as it opened 24.5 @ -125 before it was bet up to 25.5 @ -120.

Key Factors

Favors Over

Out of all players in the NBA, Lauri Markkanen places in the 97th percentile for threes scored, logging 3.1 per game this year.
Lauri Markkanen has been on the court for 32.5 minutes per game this year, putting him among the most-used players in the league: 86th percentile.
This year when they are on the road, the other team's starting PFs have averaged 14.6 shot attempts per game (24th-most in the league) against the Wizards, resulting in a favorable matchup.
The quickest pace offense in the league over the last 15 games has been the Utah Jazz.
The Washington Wizards have played at the fastest tempo in the league this year, which should increase possessions for the Jazz.

Favors Under

The Jazz check in as the 10th-lowest scoring offense in the NBA as the away team this year.
The Washington Wizards have allowed the most offensive boards per game (13.1) in the league to opposing teams this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore lead to additional chances for scoring and assists).
Lauri Markkanen will not enjoy the home court advantage in this matchup. Playing away from your home city tends to worsen player performance in all facets of the game.