NBA player props today: Thursday's best props include Kris Murray [4/2/2026]

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Get NBA player props today with projections for Thursday's games.

NBA Prop Bets.
NBA prop bets for April 2, 2026 are based on the latest odds and projections for Thursday's basketball games.

Dimers' NBA props are live for April 02, 2026, with today's top prop bets led by the likes of Kris Murray, Brandin Podziemski and Jrue Holiday.

Our NBA player props model runs continuously, analyzing every matchup, including Suns vs. Hornets and Timberwolves vs. Pistons, to surface the best NBA player prop bets across the market.

List of NBA prop picks for Thursday, 4/2

Sourced from 25+ total props today, below are the top ten NBA player props for April 2, ranked by probability.

Kris Murray over 3.5 rebounds (+114)

Our model has flagged value on Portland's Kris Murray over 3.5 rebounds. A probability of 53.7% gives this play an edge of 6.9% at +114 odds.

 

Brandin Podziemski over 5.5 rebounds (+126)

Brandin Podziemski’s rebounds prop shows a 7.3% edge at +126 odds, according to our model, which projects him for 5.8 rebounds on the over 5.5 line.

 

Jrue Holiday over 4.5 rebounds (+132)

The data highlights value on Jrue Holiday over 4.5 rebounds, with simulations showing a 50.1% probability and a 7.0% edge at +132.

 

Brandin Podziemski over 4.5 assists (+136)

Our model projects Brandin Podziemski to record 4.5 assists today, creating an edge of 7.6% on the over 4.5 line at +136 odds.

 

Jaxson Hayes over 4.5 rebounds (+134)

Simulations indicate value on Jaxson Hayes over 4.5 rebounds for LA Lakers, showing an edge of 7.2% at +134 odds.

 

Evan Mobley over 1.5 blocks (+126)

Evan Mobley’s blocks prop shows an edge of 5.4% at +126 odds, according to our model, which projects him for 1.5 today.

 

Kristaps Porzingis over 1.5 blocks (+194)

Our model projects Kristaps Porzingis for 1.3 blocks for Golden State, creating an edge of 14.1% on over 1.5 at +194 odds.

 

Donovan Mitchell over 1.5 steals (+138)

Our expert modelling projects Donovan Mitchell for 1.3 steals, creating value on the over 1.5 line at +138 odds and a 5.2% edge.

 

Keon Ellis over 1.5 steals (+162)

An 8.1% edge on the over 1.5 steals line makes Keon Ellis a value play in Cavaliers vs. Warriors, with our model projecting him for 1.2 steals at +162 odds.

 

Luke Kornet over 1.5 blocks (+194)

Simulations project Luke Kornet for 1.0 blocks here, creating a 11.4% edge on the over 1.5 line at +194 odds.

 

NBA player prop summary: Thursday, April 2, 2026

A quick summary of today’s top props by probability according to our model as of 9:58PM ET:

Matchup Prop Odds Edge Probability
Pelicans vs. Trail Blazers Kris Murray over 3.5 rebounds +114 @ FanDuel 6.9% 53.7%
Cavaliers vs. Warriors Brandin Podziemski over 5.5 rebounds +126 @ FanDuel 7.3% 51.6%
Pelicans vs. Trail Blazers Jrue Holiday over 4.5 rebounds +132 @ FanDuel 7.6% 50.0%
Cavaliers vs. Warriors Brandin Podziemski over 4.5 assists +136 @ FanDuel 7.6% 50.0%
Lakers vs. Thunder Jaxson Hayes over 4.5 rebounds +134 @ FanDuel 7.2% 49.9%
Cavaliers vs. Warriors Evan Mobley over 1.5 blocks +126 @ FanDuel 5.4% 49.7%
Cavaliers vs. Warriors Kristaps Porzingis over 1.5 blocks +194 @ FanDuel 14.1% 48.1%
Cavaliers vs. Warriors Donovan Mitchell over 1.5 steals +138 @ FanDuel 5.2% 47.2%
Cavaliers vs. Warriors Keon Ellis over 1.5 steals +162 @ FanDuel 8.1% 46.2%
Spurs vs. Clippers Luke Kornet over 1.5 blocks +194 @ FanDuel 11.4% 45.4%
 

Conclusion

For April 2, 2026, our NBA prop bets feature players such as Kris Murray, Brandin Podziemski and Jrue Holiday. 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 promotes responsible gambling.

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Dave Garofolo uses sophisticated AI-driven analytics to make predictions and evaluate player performances in the NBA, MLB, NFL, NHL, NCAAM, and PGA TOUR tournaments, crafting insightful game and prop previews.

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