Key Player Prop Bets for NBA Playoffs: Harris, Harden, and Mitchell Shine

Key Player Prop Bets for NBA Playoffs: Harris, Harden, and Mitchell Shine

Tobias Harris of the Detroit Pistons has been a standout performer in the 2026 NBA Playoffs, scoring 20 or more points in each of his last eight games. As the Pistons prepare to face the Cleveland Cavaliers at 8 p.m. ET on Monday, Harris is expected to be a popular choice for NBA prop bets. He boasts a shooting percentage of 50% in his three playoff games against Cleveland, with an over/under of 24.5 for total points and rebounds in Game 4. SportsLine NBA expert Mike Barner predicts Harris will surpass this total, as he averages 21.3 points and 7.7 rebounds over the last ten games. For the matchup between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Oklahoma City Thunder, Doug Kralstein from SportsLine is optimistic about Ajay Mitchell. In his previous game against the Lakers, Mitchell scored 24 points, and his over/under for points plus assists stands at 21.5. Top NBA player prop picks for Monday include: Tobias Harris, Pistons: Over 24.5 points + rebounds James Harden, Cavaliers: Over 18.5 points Ajay Mitchell, Thunder: Over 21.5 points + assists Harris has emerged as the Pistons' second-best player this playoff season, averaging 36 minutes and 16.5 shot attempts, significantly higher than his regular season averages. Harden, who scored 19 points and seven assists in Cleveland's recent victory over Detroit, is projected to continue his strong performance, potentially finishing with 19.5 points. Meanwhile, Mitchell has excelled since stepping into a larger role for the Thunder, thriving against teams lacking perimeter defense. With the SportsLine Projection Model demonstrating a successful track record, bettors are advised to consider these picks when placing their bets.

Source: CBS Sports - 2026-05-11