{"id":647030,"date":"2026-01-06T15:30:34","date_gmt":"2026-01-06T14:30:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/?p=647030"},"modified":"2026-01-06T15:30:40","modified_gmt":"2026-01-06T14:30:40","slug":"en-nba-nba-player-props-best-bets-2026-01-06","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/en-nba-nba-player-props-best-bets-2026-01-06\/","title":{"rendered":"NBA Player Props: Our 3 Best Bets for Tuesday, January 6, 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"

Tuesday’s NBA slate features three intriguing matchups including, Cavaliers vs Pacers, Spurs vs Grizzlies, and Mavericks vs Kings. With spreads and totals set aggressively, player props offer strong value. We’ve identified three best bets based on usage, matchup, and recent form.<\/p>

Check out all of our NBA picks & predictions for tonight’s slate.<\/p>

Best NBA player props for today<\/h2>
Player<\/th>Market & line<\/th>Odds & book<\/th>Matchup<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Evan Mobley<\/td>Over 17.5 points<\/td>-110 at DraftKings<\/a><\/td>Cavaliers at Pacers<\/td><\/tr>
Jaren Jackson Jr.<\/td>Over 15.5 points<\/td>-112 at BetMGM<\/a><\/td>Grizzlies vs Spurs<\/td><\/tr>
Anthony Davis<\/td>Over 24.5 points<\/td>-130 at FanDuel<\/a><\/td>Mavericks at Kings<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>

Odds from DraftKings, BetMGM, and FanDuel, correct as of January 6, 2026 – 12:30 PM ET. Shop around before you bet – lines can move quickly.<\/p>

Prop #1 – Evan Mobley Over 17.5 Points<\/h2>

Line:<\/strong> Over 17.5 points (-110<\/a>) at DraftKings<\/p>

With Donovan Mitchell resting, Mobley’s offensive role expands. He’s averaging 16.8 points per game but has cleared 18 in 4 of his last 7 outings when usage spikes. Indiana’s defense ranks bottom‑five, allowing 119.7 points per game, and their interior coverage is thin. Mobley’s post scoring and mid-range touches give him multiple scoring paths.<\/p>

Prop #2 – Jaren Jackson Jr. Over 15.5 Points<\/h2>

Line:<\/strong> Over 15.5 points (-112<\/a>) at BetMGM<\/p>

Jackson remains Memphis’ primary scorer in the frontcourt, averaging 18.0 points per game. San Antonio’s defense allows 114.2 points per game, and Jackson’s ability to stretch the floor with perimeter shooting creates matchup problems. He’s cleared 16 points in 6 of his last 9 games, and Memphis’ home crowd often boosts his performance.<\/p>

Prop #3 – Anthony Davis Over 24.5 Points<\/h2>

Line:<\/strong> Over 24.5 points (-130<\/a>) at FanDuel<\/p>

Davis anchors Dallas’ offense, averaging 20.4 points per game but trending upward with increased usage. Sacramento’s defense allows 122.3 points per game (#27 in NBA), and their interior coverage struggles against elite bigs. Davis has cleared 25 points in 5 of his last 8 games, and his rim pressure plus free-throw rate provide multiple scoring paths.<\/p>

Same-Game Parlay Note<\/h2>

For bettors building SGPs, consider pairing Mobley’s points with Cavaliers -5.5, Jackson’s points with Memphis +5, and Davis’ points with Kings +5.5. Each correlates positively with team performance.<\/p>

Recap Betting Card for January 6, 2026<\/h2>