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Following a rest day on Tuesday, the NBA schedule features a busy slate of matchups on Wednesday, highlighted by a national television doubleheader between the Pistons and 76ers alongside the Mavericks and Spurs. CBS Sports Headlines highlights the top player prop bets for Wednesday’s games using projections from the SportsLine Projection Model, which simulates every matchup 10,000 times.
SportsLine Model Performance
The SportsLine Projection Model has generated nearly $19,000 in profit for $100 players on top-rated NBA picks since 2018, delivering five consecutive seasons with four-digit profits. Entering the third week of the 2026-27 season, the model is on a 26-11 run, translating to a 70% success rate on top-rated spread picks at NBA betting sites stretching back to last season.
Paul Reed Over 21.5 Points + Rebounds (-112)
With Jalen Duren unavailable due to a hamstring injury, Paul Reed is expected to handle the majority of minutes at center for Detroit. Facing a formidable 76ers squad, the contest is anticipated to remain competitive throughout regulation, ensuring Reed sees steady playing time down the stretch. The SportsLine props model projects Reed to finish with 25.1 combined points and rebounds.
Kyrie Irving Over 19.5 Points (-123)
Dallas faces a difficult road matchup against a defensively sound San Antonio team, but Irving is projected to surpass this scoring line. Assuming the game avoids a blowout scenario, Irving is expected to log heavy minutes late into the fourth quarter. Additionally, Irving possesses the athletic ability to attack the paint and score effectively during the minutes when Victor Wembanyama rests on the bench. The SportsLine props model forecasts Irving to score 22.7 points.
