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Written by Mac Douglass, Senior Editor
Get NBA player props today with projections for Sunday's games.
Dimers' NBA props are live for May 17, 2026, with today's top prop bets led by the likes of Cade Cunningham, Evan Mobley and Ausar Thompson.
Our NBA player props model runs continuously, analyzing every Playoffs matchup, including today's Cavaliers vs. Pistons clash, to surface the best NBA player prop bets across the market.
List of NBA prop picks for Sunday's playoffs, 5/17
Below are the top 5 NBA player props for May 17, ranked by probability.
Cade Cunningham over 8.5 assists (-112)
- Edge: 5.9%
- Probability: 58.7%
- Projection: 10.0
- Game: Cavaliers vs. Pistons (8:00PM ET)
Our model has flagged value on Detroit's Cade Cunningham over 8.5 assists. A probability of 58.7% gives this play an edge of 5.9% at -112 odds.
Evan Mobley over 2.5 blocks (+135)
- Edge: 5.8%
- Probability: 48.3%
- Projection: 2.3
- Game: Cavaliers vs. Pistons (8:00PM ET)
Evan Mobley’s blocks prop shows a 5.8% edge at +135 odds, according to our model, which projects him for 2.3 blocks on the over 2.5 line.
Ausar Thompson over 1.5 blocks (+165)
- Edge: 10.3%
- Probability: 48.0%
- Projection: 1.3
- Game: Cavaliers vs. Pistons (8:00PM ET)
The data highlights value on Ausar Thompson over 1.5 blocks, with simulations showing a 48.0% probability and a 10.3% edge at +165.
Tobias Harris over 1.5 steals (+137)
- Edge: 5.1%
- Probability: 47.3%
- Projection: 1.3
- Game: Cavaliers vs. Pistons (8:00PM ET)
Our model projects Tobias Harris to record 1.3 steals today, creating an edge of 5.1% on the over 1.5 line at +137 odds.
Donovan Mitchell over 1.5 steals (+156)
- Edge: 6.9%
- Probability: 46.0%
- Projection: 1.2
- Game: Cavaliers vs. Pistons (8:00PM ET)
Simulations indicate value on Donovan Mitchell over 1.5 steals for Cleveland, showing an edge of 6.9% at +156 odds.
NBA player prop summary: Sunday, May 17, 2026
A quick summary of today’s top props by probability according to our model as of 1:15AM ET:
| Prop | Odds | Edge | Probability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cade Cunningham over 8.5 assists | -112 @ DraftKings | 5.9% | 58.7% |
| Evan Mobley over 2.5 blocks | +135 @ BetMGM | 5.8% | 48.3% |
| Ausar Thompson over 1.5 blocks | +165 @ BetMGM | 5.1% | 47.3% |
| Tobias Harris over 1.5 steals | +137 @ DraftKings | 5.1% | 47.3% |
| Donovan Mitchell over 1.5 steals | +156 @ DraftKings | 6.9% | 46.0% |
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Conclusion
For May 17, 2026, our NBA prop bets feature players such as Cade Cunningham, Evan Mobley and Ausar Thompson. 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.
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Mac Douglass specializes in NFL previews for the NFC South and NFC East, MLB best bets, Formula 1 race previews, and professional tennis insights. Combining predictive simulations and data-driven sports analysis, Mac provides in-depth content to elevate the betting experience for sports fans.
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