Best Suns vs. Hornets Props Bets

Best NBA Player Props: Phoenix Suns vs. Charlotte Hornets (7:00 PM EST)

Miles Bridges Points Under 21.5 (-113) at FanDuel Sportsbook

Miles Bridges has been the leader of this Hornets team since his return to the court. While his contributions haven’t helped them escape the NBA Draft Lottery, he has reminded fans and bettors of his scoring prowess.

In 55 games with the Hornets this season, Bridges has averaged 21.5 points, 7.5 rebounds, and 2.4 threes on 46.2% from the field and 36.2% from three-point range. In his last game, Bridges scored 27 points, six rebounds, six assists, and three threes on 57.1% shooting.

Bridges is a -113 to score under 21.5 points against the Suns. He’s hit under 21.5 points in one of his last five games and 30 total. Against a Suns team that held him to 25.0% shooting in their previous meeting, expect Bridges to struggle against one of the NBA’s best teams.

Nick Richards Rebounds Over 9.5 (+100) at FanDuel Sportsbook

Nick Richards has been a mainstay for the Charlotte Hornets this season, and the Jamaican center has rewarded them with his best professional season. Against the Phoenix Suns, he’ll take on one of the league’s best rebounding teams.

In 56 games this season, Richards has averaged 9.9 points, 8.1 rebounds, and 1.3 blocks per game on 69.2% from the field. In his last game, a win over the Grizzlies, Richards contributed eight points and five rebounds in 29 minutes of play.

Richards is a +100 to collect over 9.5 rebounds when he faces the Suns on Friday night. He’s cleared 9.5 rebounds in three of his last five games and in 22 total appearances this season. The Suns are a tough rebounding team, a matchup in which Richards should thrive, given the Hornets’ offensive tempo.

Vasilije Micic Assists Over 6.5 (+104) at FanDuel Sportsbook

Vasilije Micic isn’t your average NBA rookie. He came into the league at 30 with an accomplished international career. He’s been excellent since joining the Charlotte Hornets and gaining a more significant role, and he projects to maintain his form against the Suns.

Since joining the Hornets, Micic has averaged 11.3 points, 6.1 assists, and 1.1 threes on 45.5% from the field and 31.5% from three-point range. Micic scored 25 points, eight assists, and five threes in his last match on nine of ten shooting.

Micic is a +104 to clear 6.5 assists when he faces the Phoenix Suns. He’s cleared 6.5 assists in three straight games this season and eight appearances with the Hornets. Despite the Suns’ solid defense, expect Micic to thrive in Charlotte’s uptempo offense.

What Is an NBA Player Prop?

In NBA betting, a Player Prop directs attention to players' individual performance rather than the overall game result. This entails placing bets on specific player actions, such as points scored or rebounds, with bookmakers establishing benchmarks.

For example, consider a bet during the Phoenix Suns vs. Charlotte Hornets game. When Kevin Durant takes the court, a prop bet will speculate on whether they’ll score over or under 23.5 points. These types of wagers add a new level of excitement to the game, allowing bettors to focus on particular players’ performance within the broader context of the game.

• Teams: Phoenix Suns vs. Charlotte Hornets

• Location: Spectrum Center, Charlotte, NC

• Date: 7:00 PM EST, Friday, March 15, 2024

• TV: NBA TV