NBA Team Defensive Report: Position vs Team

Welcome to the sharp bettor's guide to NBA defenses. Understanding the intricacies of team defense is crucial when playing the odds, and even more imperative when getting into the player props world.

As we dissect the defensive dynamics of the NBA's 30 teams, we'll highlight those teams who lock down their opponents and others who leave the door wide open. From the tenacious perimeter defenders to the impenetrable paint protectors, our NBA Team Defensive Report is your go-to resource for gauging how well a team can stifle its rivals.

Let's jump in to our best betting strategy, organized by how every team matches up against each position on any given night.

Best Point Guard Bet: Points vs Charlotte

Chasing points props? Look no further than the Charlotte Hornets leaky backcourt of LaMelo Ball and Terry Rozier.

Actually, the Hornets are a great team to keep in mind for betting points guards to hit double and even triple-doubles.

Other teams to keep an eye on when betting point guard props are the Cleveland Cavaliers, Washington Wizards and New Orleans Pelicans. All three teams are allowing 25+ points, 10+ assists, and 7+ rebounds to opposing floor generals so far this season.

Best Shooting Guard Bet: Double-Double vs Warriors

Golden State has struggled to guard opposing shooting guards in the early parts of this season. Despite sitting 6-2 on the year, the Warriors have allowed super scorers Devin Booker and Donovan Mitchell among others to get buckets so far this season.

An enormous 11 rebounds surrendered per game to opposing shooting guards also stands out for those looking to capitalize on the popular double-double player prop.

Best Small Forward Bet: Points, Rebounds, Assists vs Spurs

Take your pick on which stat to target for small forwards against the San Antonio Spurs. Victor Wembanyama may be a defensive dynamo, but the rest of his young teammates have been exploited defensively. Greg Popovich has a constant scowl on his face this season as the Spurs rank 28th in ESPN's defensive efficiency rating.

San Antonio has allowed a whopping 38 points on nearly a 50%-40% shooting split against opposing small forwards, to go along with nearly 12 rebounds and 6 assists per contest. Small forwards are feasting against the Spurs, bet them while they're hot!

Best Power Forward Bet: Points & Rebounds vs Clippers

The Los Angeles Clippers lack of size has come back to haunt them so far this season. After trading a number of their big wings (Marcus Morris, Robert Covington, Nicolas Batum) in the James Harden trade, Ty Lue's team has been decimated by opposing power forwards. Los Angeles has given up nearly 34 points and 15 rebounds to power forwards so far.

Look for this trend to continue as the Clippers have the 6'7 Kawhi Leonard, and 6'5 PJ Tucker guarding opposing 4s. Teams with twin towers inside, like the Lakers, Timberwolves, Cavaliers and Celtics could find plenty of room to operate.

Best Center Bet: Double-Double vs Pacers

Indiana has surrendered a monstrous 22 points and 14 rebounds to opposing centers in this young NBA season. Rick Carlisle Pacers have failed to find any consistency sitting at 4-3 on the year despite ranking 26th in defensive efficiency.

The Pacers have been eaten alive by start bigs, with Evan Mobley (33 points & 14 rebounds), Nikola Vucevic (24 points & 17 rebounds), and Mark Williams (27 points & 7 rebounds) going off. Upcoming matchups against Joel Embiid are the perfect time to target the reigning NBA MVP's props.