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Alperen Sengun Over 14.5 assists alternate
💤 Noise Bet
+2900↓396%|+3880
player assists alternate
Alperen Sengun Over 14.5 assists alternate
💤 Noise Bet
+2900↓396%|+3880
player assists alternate
64.50
Composite Score
+42.0%
Net EV
50.00
Narrative Fit
90.00
Market Divergence
🧪 SAL's Synthesis
Given the expected high-scoring nature of the game with the Rockets favored heavily (-13.5), it’s reasonable to anticipate Alperen Sengun becoming a central playmaker, thus enhancing his assist opportunities. The mismatch against a Utah Jazz team that allows a high number of assists backs this up, even though the potential for a blowout might limit his minutes. The Net EV of 0.42 reflects a slight undervaluation by the book, making this a compelling wager to consider with potential upside.
🟢 Pro Agent Case
Conf: 85%
Evidence
- →STATS: Alperen Sengun is averaging 6.4 assists per game over his last 5 games, significantly exceeding the 4.5 assists threshold.
- →MATCHUP: The Utah Jazz have struggled defensively, allowing 27.7 assists per game this season, creating an advantageous environment for Sengun to distribute the ball.
- →NARRATIVE: With a large spread of Houston Rockets -13.5, the game script indicates potential for a high-scoring game where Sengun will be heavily involved, leading to increased assist opportunities.
- →TREND: Sengun's recent form includes multiple games with assist totals well over 4.5, highlighting his growing role as a playmaker for the Rockets.
- →SITUATIONAL: The Rockets have no reported injuries, allowing Sengun to play a full complement of minutes. Also, given their playoff positioning and motivation after a recent loss, the Rockets will look to perform well against a struggling Jazz team.
Thesis: strong
Market: agree
🔴 Anti Agent Case
Conf: 85%
Evidence
- →STATS: Although Alperen Sengun averages 6.4 assists in his last 5 games, the assist numbers can fluctuate based on game context and player usage rates. With limited floor time in potential blowout scenarios, hitting over 4.5 assists is uncertain.
- →MATCHUP: The Utah Jazz have been struggling defensively, resulting in potential mismatches for the Rockets. However, as the favorite by a significant margin (-13.5), the Rockets may not need to rely on Sengun for playmaking if they are comfortably ahead, further reducing his assist chances.
- →NARRATIVE: The large spread indicates a strong likelihood of a blowout; if the Rockets establish a lead, Sengun may not play heavy minutes in the second half, especially if the game is no longer competitive, hindering his ability to reach the assist threshold.
- →TREND: Despite Sengun's recent performance, he has had lower assist outputs in previous matchups against similar opponents, suggesting volatility in achieving assist numbers under varied game conditions and against distinct defensive schemes.
- →SITUATIONAL: The Rockets have recently been in a bit of a slump with their last performance resulting in a loss, which could influence team momentum and strategy going into this game, potentially limiting Sengun's role as they try to adjust and find offensive rhythm.
Thesis: strong
Market: strongly disagree
🟢 Pro Agent Case
Conf: 85%
Evidence
- →STATS: Alperen Sengun is averaging 6.4 assists per game over his last 5 games, significantly exceeding the 4.5 assists threshold.
- →MATCHUP: The Utah Jazz have struggled defensively, allowing 27.7 assists per game this season, creating an advantageous environment for Sengun to distribute the ball.
- →NARRATIVE: With a large spread of Houston Rockets -13.5, the game script indicates potential for a high-scoring game where Sengun will be heavily involved, leading to increased assist opportunities.
- →TREND: Sengun's recent form includes multiple games with assist totals well over 4.5, highlighting his growing role as a playmaker for the Rockets.
- →SITUATIONAL: The Rockets have no reported injuries, allowing Sengun to play a full complement of minutes. Also, given their playoff positioning and motivation after a recent loss, the Rockets will look to perform well against a struggling Jazz team.
Thesis: strong
Market: agree
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