CJ McCollum Points Prop is currently Over/Under 21.5 (-125/-105).
Pros
- In contrast to last season’s 2.8 clip, CJ McCollum’s three-point shots made have spiked this season to 3.4 per game.
- CJ McCollum has played 37.2 minutes per game over the last 5 games, 5.4 higher than he’s played overall this year.
- This year, the opposition’s starting PGs have tallied 3.0 3-pointers per game (most in the NBA) vs. the Boston Celtics, branding this as a good matchup.
- Offensive rebounds maintain possession and result in bonus chances for scoring and assists, and the Pelicans grade out 8th-best in in the league as the home team with 11.1 offensive boards per game over the last 25 games.
- CJ McCollum has successfully made 100.0% of his free throw attempts over the last 5 games at home, 18.5% higher than he’s put through the net over the course of the season with the home court advantage.
Cons
- In terms of shots from the field, the 3rd-least aggressive offense in the NBA over the last 5 games has been the Pelicans.
- The Pelicans will likely experience a decrease in plays in this game from squaring off against the least up-tempo pace away offense in the league over the last 15 games (the Boston Celtics).
- This year, the opposition’s starting PGs have attempted 2.3 free throws per game (fewest in the league) against the Celtics, struggling to get to the charity stripe.
Prop Bet & Prediction: CJ McCollum is projected for 21.7 Points
