Last 5 games
| Defender | Games | Min | eFG% | vs Season | Sample |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Keyonte George | 3 | 8 | 33% | -6.6% | medium |
| Jamal Murray | 2 | 7 | 71% | +17.2% | low |
| Brandon Williams | 2 | 7 | 43% | +3.0% | low |
| Collin Gillespie | 3 | 6 | 0% |
De'Anthony Melton is on a strong upward trajectory, averaging 16.7 PPG over his last 10 games and 14.8 PPG over the last 5, compared to his 12.7 season average. He's increased his minutes to 25 MPG recently and has scored 22+ points in two of his last four games. Washington's defense ranks 123.94 in defensive rating with poor three-point suppression (0.769), and Melton is shooting at 30.2% from three on the season. The matchup data against Washington shows him averaging 11.8 PPG across 10 games, but his current hot streak and elevated role suggest he should exceed that historical baseline.
Washington's defense allows 123.94 points per 100 possessions (league average ~111), and their three-point suppression is poor at 0.769. Bilal Coulibaly has minimal defensive data against Melton (0.5 minutes), so no specific defender matchup data is available, but the overall weak Wizards defense should provide favorable scoring opportunities.
| Player | Prop | Line | Pick | Confidence | ML | Trend | Actual | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
De'Anthony Melton▼ | Points | 12.5 | OVER | 72%HIGH | 2/2 | 40% | 27 | ✓ |
De'Anthony Melton▼ | 3PM | 1.5 | OVER | 68%MEDIUM | 1/2 | 0% | 0 | ✗ |
De'Anthony Melton▼ | Assists | 2.5 | OVER | 65%MEDIUM | 2/2 | 40% | 4 | ✓ |
De'Anthony Melton▼ | Rebounds | 3.5 | UNDER | 62%MEDIUM | 1/2 | 40% | 5 | ✗ |
Melton's last 10-game average of 16.7 PPG and recent surge provide clear evidence he should exceed 12.5. He's also benefiting from increased minutes (25 MPG recent vs. 22.6 season) and faces a permissive Washington defense. The Warriors are on a back-to-back, which is a minor concern, but Melton's hot form and elevated role mitigate this risk.
| medium |
| Tyrese Maxey | 2 | 5 | 44% | +4.5% | low |
| Defender | Games | Min | PTS | FG% | eFG% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bilal Coulibaly | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0% | 0% |
| Anthony Gill | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0% | 0% |
| Bub Carrington | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% | 0% |
Melton's last 10-game average of 16.7 PPG far exceeds the 12.5 line. He's scored 20+ in three of his last five games and benefits from Washington's weak three-point defense.
Recent 5-game average of 2.2 threes directly above the line. Washington's three-suppression metric (0.769) is low, and Melton has been hot from range lately.
Last 5 average of 2.6 APG edges the line. Recent 10-game average of 2.8 APG and increased playing time (25 MPG recently vs. 22.6 season average) support slightly better assist output.
Last 5 average of 4.0 RPG is only marginally above the line. Season average of 3.03 suggests limited upside; Washington matchup shows 3.8 RPG average across 10 games.