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Jalen Brunson Over 2.5 threes

🧠 Conviction Bet

-132— stable

player threes

Jalen Brunson Over 2.5 threes

🧠 Conviction Bet

-132— stable

player threes

48.10

Composite Score

+5.6%

Net EV

50.00

Narrative Fit

19.60

Market Divergence

🧪 SAL's Synthesis

The game script indicates a competitive environment with potentially high-scoring opportunities, especially for Jalen Brunson as he faces a Bucks team with lower defensive efficiency. While his current shooting percentage raises some caution, Brunson's elevated minutes and recent scoring form suggest he will have ample chances to hit over 2.5 three-pointers. Given the modest positive EV of 0.06, this bet presents a slightly favorable opportunity, aligning with the expectation of increased shots given the pace and situation of the game.

🟢 Pro Agent Case

Conf: 65%

Evidence

→STATS: Jalen Brunson has been averaging 31.0 points per game over the last 5 games, and with a 3P% of 35.7%, it suggests an upward trend in his long-range shooting ability that is critical for exceeding 2.5 three-pointers made.
→MATCHUP: The Knicks are facing the Milwaukee Bucks, who rank lower in defensive efficiency, giving Brunson higher opportunities to convert his three-point attempts.
→NARRATIVE: With the game total set at 218.5, we anticipate a relatively high-scoring game, increasing the likelihood that Brunson will have more chances to shoot threes.
→TREND: Over the last 5 games, Brunson has consistently played significant minutes, averaging 38.2 minutes, which translates to greater opportunities to shoot and make three-pointers.
→SITUATIONAL: With the spread at Milwaukee Bucks +8.5, there may be a competitive game atmosphere leading to potential close game scenarios that encourage Brunson to take more shots, including from beyond the arc.

Thesis: strong

Market: agree

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🔴 Anti Agent Case

Conf: 40%

Evidence

→STATS: Jalen Brunson's recent 3-point shooting percentage is only 35.7% over the last 5 games, suggesting difficulty in consistently hitting 3-pointers.
→MATCHUP: The Milwaukee Bucks have a strong defensive presence, particularly against perimeter shooters, which may limit Brunson’s opportunities to make three-pointers.
→NARRATIVE: With a high spread of 8.5 points favoring the Bucks, a potential blowout could lead to Brunson playing fewer minutes and hence fewer shot attempts from three.
→TREND: Brunson has averaged just 2.2 made three-pointers in his last 5 games, which is below the 2.5 threshold.
→SITUATIONAL: The Knicks are coming off a loss and may focus more on defensive strategies in a difficult away game, potentially reducing Brunson's shooting opportunities.

Thesis: strong

Market: strongly disagree

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🟢 Pro Agent Case

Conf: 65%

Evidence

→STATS: Jalen Brunson has been averaging 31.0 points per game over the last 5 games, and with a 3P% of 35.7%, it suggests an upward trend in his long-range shooting ability that is critical for exceeding 2.5 three-pointers made.
→MATCHUP: The Knicks are facing the Milwaukee Bucks, who rank lower in defensive efficiency, giving Brunson higher opportunities to convert his three-point attempts.
→NARRATIVE: With the game total set at 218.5, we anticipate a relatively high-scoring game, increasing the likelihood that Brunson will have more chances to shoot threes.
→TREND: Over the last 5 games, Brunson has consistently played significant minutes, averaging 38.2 minutes, which translates to greater opportunities to shoot and make three-pointers.
→SITUATIONAL: With the spread at Milwaukee Bucks +8.5, there may be a competitive game atmosphere leading to potential close game scenarios that encourage Brunson to take more shots, including from beyond the arc.

Thesis: strong

Market: agree

Sources: url1, url2