NBA player props today: Friday's best props include Neemias Queta [1/9/2026]

Dimers' NBA props are live for January 09, 2026, with today's top betting edges led by the likes of Neemias Queta, James Harden and Derik Queen.

Our NBA player props model runs continuously, analyzing every matchup, including Clippers vs. Nets and Raptors vs. Celtics, to surface the best NBA player prop bets across the market.

List of NBA prop bets for Friday, 1/9

Sourced from 50+ total props today, below are the top ten NBA player props for January 9, ranked by edge.

Neemias Queta over 1.5 blocks (+178)

• Edge: 13.4%
• Probability: 49.3%
• Projection: 1.4
• Game: Raptors vs. Celtics (7:00PM ET)

Our model has flagged value on Boston's Neemias Queta over 1.5 blocks. A probability of 49.3% gives this play an edge of 13.4% at +178 odds.

James Harden over 1.5 steals (+178)

• Edge: 13.0%
• Probability: 48.9%
• Projection: 1.4
• Game: Clippers vs. Nets (7:30PM ET)

James Harden’s steals prop shows a 13.0% edge at +178 odds, according to our model, which projects him for 1.4 steals on the over 1.5 line.

Derik Queen over 1.5 blocks (+178)

• Edge: 12.9%
• Probability: 48.9%
• Projection: 1.4
• Game: Pelicans vs. Wizards (7:00PM ET)

The data highlights value on Derik Queen over 1.5 blocks, with simulations showing a 48.9% probability and a 12.9% edge at +178.

Deni Avdija over 2.5 3-pointers made (+162)

• Edge: 12.0%
• Probability: 50.2%
• Projection: 2.5
• Game: Rockets vs. Trail Blazers (10:00PM ET)

Our model projects Deni Avdija to record 2.5 3-pointers made today, creating an edge of 12.0% on the over 2.5 line at +162 odds.

Russell Westbrook over 1.5 steals (+178)

• Edge: 11.8%
• Probability: 47.8%
• Projection: 1.4
• Game: Kings vs. Warriors (10:00PM ET)

Simulations indicate value on Russell Westbrook over 1.5 steals for Sacramento, showing an edge of 11.8% at +178 odds.

DeMar DeRozan over 1.5 steals (+174)

• Edge: 10.6%
• Probability: 47.1%
• Projection: 1.3
• Game: Kings vs. Warriors (10:00PM ET)

DeMar DeRozan’s steals prop shows an edge of 10.6% at +174 odds, according to our model, which projects him for 1.3 today.

Derrick White over 1.5 steals (+178)

• Edge: 10.4%
• Probability: 46.4%
• Projection: 1.2
• Game: Raptors vs. Celtics (7:00PM ET)

Our model projects Derrick White for 1.2 steals for Boston, creating an edge of 10.4% on over 1.5 at +178 odds.

Derik Queen over 1.5 steals (+182)

• Edge: 10.3%
• Probability: 45.8%
• Projection: 1.2
• Game: Pelicans vs. Wizards (7:00PM ET)

Our expert modelling projects Derik Queen for 1.2 steals, creating value on the over 1.5 line at +182 odds and a 10.3% edge.

Reed Sheppard over 1.5 steals (+138)

• Edge: 10.0%
• Probability: 52.0%
• Projection: 1.6
• Game: Rockets vs. Trail Blazers (10:00PM ET)

A 10.0% edge on the over 1.5 steals line makes Reed Sheppard a value play in Rockets vs. Trail Blazers, with our model projecting him for 1.6 steals at +138 odds.

Zion Williamson over 4.5 assists (+125)

• Edge: 9.8%
• Probability: 54.3%
• Projection: 5.3
• Game: Pelicans vs. Wizards (7:00PM ET)

Simulations project Zion Williamson for 5.3 assists here, creating a 9.8% edge on the over 4.5 line at +125 odds.

NBA player prop summary: Friday, January 9, 2026

A quick summary of today’s top props by edge according to our model as of 6:52PM ET:

Matchup	Prop	Odds	Edge	Probability
Raptors vs. Celtics	Neemias Queta over 1.5 blocks	+178 @ FanDuel	13.4%	49.3%
Clippers vs. Nets	James Harden over 1.5 steals	+178 @ FanDuel	13.0%	48.9%
Pelicans vs. Wizards	Derik Queen over 1.5 blocks	+178 @ FanDuel	12.0%	50.2%
Rockets vs. Trail Blazers	Deni Avdija over 2.5 3-pointers made	+162 @ FanDuel	12.0%	50.2%
Kings vs. Warriors	Russell Westbrook over 1.5 steals	+178 @ DraftKings	11.8%	47.8%
Kings vs. Warriors	DeMar DeRozan over 1.5 steals	+174 @ DraftKings	10.6%	47.1%
Raptors vs. Celtics	Derrick White over 1.5 steals	+178 @ FanDuel	10.4%	46.4%
Pelicans vs. Wizards	Derik Queen over 1.5 steals	+182 @ DraftKings	10.3%	45.8%
Rockets vs. Trail Blazers	Reed Sheppard over 1.5 steals	+138 @ DraftKings	10.0%	52.0%
Pelicans vs. Wizards	Zion Williamson over 4.5 assists	+125 @ BetMGM	9.8%	54.3%

Conclusion

For January 9, 2026, our NBA prop bets feature players such as Neemias Queta, James Harden and Derik Queen. Each pick is grounded in real-time data and advanced simulations to help you bet with clarity and purpose.

Built using automation and human oversight, this article draws on the latest data to deliver accurate, timely insights. If using this article for betting, Dimers encourages responsible gambling.