Last 10 games
| Defender | Games | Min | eFG% | vs Season | Sample |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Desmond Bane | 4 | 24 | 59% | +4.3% | medium |
| Kon Knueppel | 4 | 21 | 43% | -12.4% | medium |
| Immanuel Quickley | 4 | 19 | 83% | +21.0% | medium |
| Quentin Grimes | 3 | 17 | 43% |
Alexander-Walker is coming in with strong recent scoring, averaging 25.4 PPG over his last 5 and 24.1 over his last 10, both well above his 20.4 season mark. His season-long home scoring is 21.5 PPG, but the head-to-head sample against Detroit is much weaker at 12.25 PPG across 12 games, which is the main caution flag. The matchup environment is neutral-to-slightly favorable by team defense numbers, but his prior production vs this opponent makes the market’s lower point lines look more attractive than an aggressive over. Expect solid minutes and shot volume, but regression from the recent heater is a real consideration.
No specific defender matchup data is available beyond the listed players, so there is no specific defender matchup data to anchor a one-on-one read. Detroit’s team defense profile is modest, with a 109.54 defensive rating and 100 pace, but Alexander-Walker’s 12-game history vs this opponent is much lower than his season scoring average.
| Player | Prop | Line | Pick | Confidence | ML | Trend | Evolution | Actual | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Nickeil Alexander-Walker▼ | Points | 17.5 | OVER | 68%MEDIUM | 1/2 | 90% | FLIP | 21 | ✓ |
Nickeil Alexander-Walker▼ | Rebounds | 3.5 | UNDER | 62%MEDIUM | 2/2 | 80% | 4 | ✗ | |
Nickeil Alexander-Walker▼ | Assists | 3.5 | UNDER | 60%MEDIUM | 2/2 | 60% | 3 | ✓ | |
Nickeil Alexander-Walker▼ | 3PM | 2.5 | OVER | 64%MEDIUM | 1/2 | 70% | 2.5→3 | 3 | ✓ |
Nickeil Alexander-Walker▼ | Steals | 0.5 | OVER | 66%MEDIUM | 1/2 | 100% | FLIP | 0 | ✗ |
Nickeil Alexander-Walker▼ | Blocks | 0.5 | UNDER | 58%MEDIUM | — | 70% | FLIP | 0 | ✓ |
Nickeil Alexander-Walker▼ | STL+BLK | 1.5 | OVER | 63%MEDIUM | — | 60% | 0 | ✗ | |
Nickeil Alexander-Walker▼ | Turnovers | 2 | OVER | 59%MEDIUM | — | 50% | 1 | ✗ | |
Nickeil Alexander-Walker▼ | P+A | 24.5 | UNDER | 57%MEDIUM | 2/2 | 40% | 24 | ✓ |
This is the best blend of price, role, and recent production. He is averaging 20.4 PPG on the season and 25.4 over his last 5, and the DraftKings line at 17.5 also carries a strong positive edge in the value data.
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| Derrick White | 4 | 14 | 58% | +4.3% | medium |
| Defender | Games | Min | PTS | FG% | eFG% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daniss Jenkins | 4 | 13 | 10 | 44% | 50% |
| Duncan Robinson | 3 | 12 | 6 | 67% | 100% |
| Ausar Thompson | 4 | 5 | 10 | 100% | 100% |
| Jaden Ivey | 2 | 4 | 4 | 50% | 50% |
| Ronald Holland II | 4 | 4 | 10 | 100% | 100% |
His season average is 20.4 PPG and his last 5 is 25.4, giving him a clear cushion over 17.5. The value data also shows a 15.1% edge on this exact line at DraftKings.
He averages just 3.4 rebounds per game on the season and 2.6 over the last 10, so 3.5 is slightly above his typical output. His recent rebounding trend is down, and this is a lower-variance way to fade a number that has not been a consistent strength.
His season assist average is 3.7, but the last 10 drops to 3.2 and his last 5 is 3.6. With his matchup history vs Detroit at just 2.0 APG across 12 games, the under is playable at this threshold.
He averages 3.13 made threes per game on the season and 3.9 over the last 10, so 2.5 is below his normal volume. The recent three-point trend is strong, and the market data shows a positive edge on this line.
He averages 1.3 steals per game on the season and 1.6 over the last 5, so 0.5 is a very low bar. His recent steals form supports the over, though the price is heavy.
He averages 0.5 blocks per game on the season, but only 0.2 over the last 5 and 0.3 over the last 10. That makes the under slightly more appealing on a stat that is naturally volatile for a guard.
His season stock average is 1.81 and his last 10 is 2.1, so he clears 1.5 frequently. The combination of 1.3 steals and 0.5 blocks seasonally gives this a solid floor.
He has 2.2 turnovers per game over the last 10 and 2.2 over the last 20, which sits above a 2.0 projection. His recent usage has come with some turnover risk, especially when he’s handling more creation.
His season P+A is 24.1, so 24.5 sits just above the baseline. Given the matchup history vs Detroit and the recent assist rate not fully matching the scoring spike, the under is the safer combo angle.