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Luguentz Dort Under 11.5 points assists
💤 Noise Bet
-126↑2%|-3
player points assists
Luguentz Dort Under 11.5 points assists
💤 Noise Bet
-126↑2%|-3
player points assists
26.50
Composite Score
+4.9%
Net EV
50.00
Narrative Fit
18.80
Market Divergence
🧪 SAL's Synthesis
In this matchup, the underlying evidence suggests Luguentz Dort will struggle to exceed 11.5 combined points and assists, largely due to his recent average of only 8.4 points per game and the strong Denver Nuggets defense that limits scoring opportunities. Additionally, the possibility of a blowout, with the Thunder favored by -8.0, could result in reduced minutes for Dort, further decreasing his chances of reaching the threshold. The Net EV of 0.05 highlights that the market may have slightly mispriced this bet, suggesting it’s a solid opportunity to take the Under.
🟢 Pro Agent Case
Conf: 35%
Evidence
- →STATS: Luguentz Dort's recent performance shows he is averaging only 8.4 points per game, significantly below the required 11.5 points to exceed this threshold.
- →MATCHUP: The Denver Nuggets have one of the stronger defensive units in the league, likely limiting Dort's scoring opportunities and playing time against their effective defense.
- →NARRATIVE: Given the large spread of -8.0 favoring the Thunder, there is a risk of a blowout, potentially leading to Dort not getting enough minutes to reach the needed points and assists.
- →TREND: In his last five games, Dort has averaged only 1.0 assists per game, which would significantly hinder his ability to combine points and assists to exceed the 11.5 threshold.
- →SITUATIONAL: With the Thunder losing their last game and facing a solid opponent like the Nuggets, there could be increased pressure on Dort, impacting his performance negatively in this high-stakes game.
Thesis: strong
Market: strongly disagree
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🔴 Anti Agent Case
Conf: 15%
Evidence
- →STATS: Luguentz Dort has averaged 8.4 points over his last 5 games and has displayed capability for scoring more in favorable matchups; this makes the threshold of 11.5 points seems reasonable against a high-scoring opponent.
- →MATCHUP: The Oklahoma City Thunder are facing the Denver Nuggets, a team known for their fast pace and high offensive output; this context increases the likelihood of Dort getting more scoring opportunities.
- →NARRATIVE: With a spread of Oklahoma City Thunder -8.0, it is expected that the Thunder will lead and keep the pace high, allowing Dort more minutes and chances to score, contributing to exceeding 11.5 points.
- →TREND: Despite a recent dip in his scoring average (8.4 points in the last 5 games), Dort often steps up in critical matchups, and the expectation of a high-scoring game bodes well for his potential to exceed 11.5 points.
- →SITUATIONAL: The Thunder currently hold the best record in the league, and play at home, a situation historically advantageous for them, suggesting Dort is likely to play heavier minutes against possibly weaker defenders in their home arena.
Thesis: strong
Market: agree
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🟢 Pro Agent Case
Conf: 35%
Evidence
- →STATS: Luguentz Dort's recent performance shows he is averaging only 8.4 points per game, significantly below the required 11.5 points to exceed this threshold.
- →MATCHUP: The Denver Nuggets have one of the stronger defensive units in the league, likely limiting Dort's scoring opportunities and playing time against their effective defense.
- →NARRATIVE: Given the large spread of -8.0 favoring the Thunder, there is a risk of a blowout, potentially leading to Dort not getting enough minutes to reach the needed points and assists.
- →TREND: In his last five games, Dort has averaged only 1.0 assists per game, which would significantly hinder his ability to combine points and assists to exceed the 11.5 threshold.
- →SITUATIONAL: With the Thunder losing their last game and facing a solid opponent like the Nuggets, there could be increased pressure on Dort, impacting his performance negatively in this high-stakes game.
Thesis: strong
Market: strongly disagree
Sources: url1, url2
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