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NBA Playoffs player props today: Tuesday's best props include Jalen Duren [5/5/2026]
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Written by Dave Garofolo, Content Producer
Get NBA player props today with projections for Tuesday's games.
Dimers' NBA props are live for May 05, 2026, with today's top prop bets led by the likes of Jalen Duren, Duncan Robinson and Cade Cunningham.
Our NBA player props model runs continuously, analyzing every Playoffs matchup, including Cavaliers vs. Pistons and Lakers vs. Thunder, to surface the best NBA player prop bets across the market.
List of NBA prop bets for Tuesday's playoffs, 5/5
Sourced from 30+ total props today, below are the top ten NBA player props for May 5, ranked by probability.
Jalen Duren over 16.5 points scored (+110)
- Edge: 7.5%
- Probability: 55.1%
- Projection: 18.9
- Game: Cavaliers vs. Pistons (7:00PM ET)
Our model has found value on Detroit's Jalen Duren over 16.5 points scored. A probability of 55.1% gives this play an edge of 7.5% at +110 odds.
Duncan Robinson over 12.5 points scored (+125)
- Edge: 9.7%
- Probability: 54.1%
- Projection: 14.4
- Game: Cavaliers vs. Pistons (7:00PM ET)
Duncan Robinson’s points scored prop shows a 9.7% edge at +125 odds, according to our model, which projects him for 14.4 points scored on the over 12.5 line.
Cade Cunningham over 10.5 assists (+135)
- Edge: 11.0%
- Probability: 53.6%
- Projection: 11.1
- Game: Cavaliers vs. Pistons (7:00PM ET)
The data highlights value on Cade Cunningham over 10.5 assists, with simulations showing a 53.6% probability and an 11.0% edge at +135.
Austin Reaves over 4.5 rebounds (+134)
- Edge: 8.3%
- Probability: 51.0%
- Projection: 4.7
- Game: Lakers vs. Thunder (8:30PM ET)
Our model projects Austin Reaves to record 4.7 rebounds today, creating an edge of 8.3% on the over 4.5 line at +134 odds.
Ausar Thompson over 10.5 points scored (+140)
- Edge: 9.3%
- Probability: 51.0%
- Projection: 10.9
- Game: Cavaliers vs. Pistons (7:00PM ET)
Simulations indicate value on Ausar Thompson over 10.5 points scored for Detroit, showing an edge of 9.3% at +140 odds.
Jarrett Allen over 1.5 blocks (+147)
- Edge: 8.7%
- Probability: 49.2%
- Projection: 1.4
- Game: Cavaliers vs. Pistons (7:00PM ET)
Jarrett Allen’s blocks prop shows an edge of 8.7% at +147 odds, according to our model, which projects him for 1.4 today.
Jarrett Allen over 8.5 rebounds (+130)
- Edge: 5.0%
- Probability: 48.5%
- Projection: 8.2
- Game: Cavaliers vs. Pistons (7:00PM ET)
Our model projects Jarrett Allen for 8.2 rebounds for Cleveland, creating an edge of 5.0% on over 8.5 at +130 odds.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander over 1.5 steals (+144)
- Edge: 7.3%
- Probability: 48.3%
- Projection: 1.4
- Game: Lakers vs. Thunder (8:30PM ET)
Our expert modelling projects Shai Gilgeous-Alexander for 1.4 steals, creating value on the over 1.5 line at +144 odds and a 7.3% edge.
Tobias Harris over 1.5 steals (+168)
- Edge: 9.7%
- Probability: 47.0%
- Projection: 1.3
- Game: Cavaliers vs. Pistons (7:00PM ET)
A 9.7% edge on the over 1.5 steals line makes Tobias Harris a value play in Cavaliers vs. Pistons, with our model projecting him for 1.3 steals at +168 odds.
Ajay Mitchell over 1.5 steals (+173)
- Edge: 10.3%
- Probability: 46.9%
- Projection: 1.3
- Game: Lakers vs. Thunder (8:30PM ET)
Simulations project Ajay Mitchell for 1.3 steals here, creating a 10.3% edge on the over 1.5 line at +173 odds.
NBA player prop summary: Tuesday, May 5, 2026
A quick summary of today’s top props by probability according to our model as of 5:09AM ET:
| Matchup | Prop | Odds | Edge | Probability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cavaliers vs. Pistons | Jalen Duren over 16.5 points scored | +110 @ fanatics | 7.5% | 55.1% |
| Cavaliers vs. Pistons | Duncan Robinson over 12.5 points scored | +125 @ fanatics | 9.7% | 54.1% |
| Cavaliers vs. Pistons | Cade Cunningham over 10.5 assists | +135 @ fanatics | 8.3% | 51.0% |
| Lakers vs. Thunder | Austin Reaves over 4.5 rebounds | +134 @ FanDuel | 8.3% | 51.0% |
| Cavaliers vs. Pistons | Ausar Thompson over 10.5 points scored | +140 @ fanatics | 9.3% | 51.0% |
| Cavaliers vs. Pistons | Jarrett Allen over 1.5 blocks | +147 @ DraftKings | 8.7% | 49.2% |
| Cavaliers vs. Pistons | Jarrett Allen over 8.5 rebounds | +130 @ fanatics | 5.0% | 48.5% |
| Lakers vs. Thunder | Shai Gilgeous-Alexander over 1.5 steals | +144 @ DraftKings | 7.3% | 48.3% |
| Cavaliers vs. Pistons | Tobias Harris over 1.5 steals | +168 @ DraftKings | 9.7% | 47.0% |
| Lakers vs. Thunder | Ajay Mitchell over 1.5 steals | +173 @ DraftKings | 10.3% | 46.9% |
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Conclusion
For May 5, 2026, our NBA prop bets feature players such as Jalen Duren, Duncan Robinson and Cade Cunningham. 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.
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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