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Neemias Queta Over 2.5 blocks alternate
💤 Noise Bet
+550↓304%|+820
player blocks alternate
Neemias Queta Over 2.5 blocks alternate
💤 Noise Bet
+550↓304%|+820
player blocks alternate
72.70
Composite Score
+58.6%
Net EV
50.00
Narrative Fit
77.50
Market Divergence
🧪 SAL's Synthesis
Neemias Queta has a strong opportunity to exceed 2.5 blocks against a high-volume shooting team like the Celtics, particularly with the Nets' defensive struggles. The expected blowing out scenario could actually lead to increased minutes for Queta, allowing him more chances to secure blocks. The Net EV of 0.59 indicates that this bet is underpriced, presenting a favorable edge based on the current matchup dynamics.
🟢 Pro Agent Case
Conf: 75%
Evidence
- →STATS: Neemias Queta has averaged 0.8 blocks per game over the last 5 games, exceeding the threshold of 0.5 blocks, indicating strong recent performance in shot-blocking.
- →MATCHUP: The Brooklyn Nets are currently struggling defensively, which can provide Queta with more opportunities to block shots against their high-paced offense.
- →NARRATIVE: Given the large spread of -18.0 in favor of the Boston Celtics, Queta is likely to play significant minutes in a close game scenario where he can contribute defensively, increasing his chances of hunting for blocks.
- →TREND: Queta has recorded at least 1 block in 3 out of his last 5 games, showing consistency in blocking performance during increased minutes.
- →SITUATIONAL: Queta is expected to encounter a high-volume shooting night from the Celtics, providing more potential for blocks as they will likely attempt many shots near the basket.
Thesis: strong
Market: agree
Sources: ESPN, NBA Stats
🔴 Anti Agent Case
Conf: 27%
Evidence
- →STATS: Neemias Queta's blocks average is only slightly above the threshold at 0.8 blocks per game over the last 5 games, indicating that exceeding 0.5 blocks is not guaranteed based on his recent performance.
- →MATCHUP: The Boston Celtics are an offensively strong team, which could limit Queta's ability to block shots, especially in a high-scoring game context with a total of 209.5, making it less conducive for defensive stats like blocks.
- →NARRATIVE: With the Celtics favored heavily by -18.0, the game might lead to a blowout, resulting in fewer minutes for Queta as the team's starters may not play their full rotation if the game gets out of hand, thus reducing his block opportunities.
- →TREND: Queta's recent performances against the Celtics include games with both 0 blocks and 1 block, illustrating inconsistency in his ability to secure blocks, with notable swings that could lead to another underperformance.
- →SITUATIONAL: Given the context of a large spread and Queta's increased playing time averaging 28.8 minutes over the last 5 games, his usage may decline if the Celtics establish a significant lead, ultimately restricting his block chances.
Thesis: strong
Market: strongly disagree
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🟢 Pro Agent Case
Conf: 75%
Evidence
- →STATS: Neemias Queta has averaged 0.8 blocks per game over the last 5 games, exceeding the threshold of 0.5 blocks, indicating strong recent performance in shot-blocking.
- →MATCHUP: The Brooklyn Nets are currently struggling defensively, which can provide Queta with more opportunities to block shots against their high-paced offense.
- →NARRATIVE: Given the large spread of -18.0 in favor of the Boston Celtics, Queta is likely to play significant minutes in a close game scenario where he can contribute defensively, increasing his chances of hunting for blocks.
- →TREND: Queta has recorded at least 1 block in 3 out of his last 5 games, showing consistency in blocking performance during increased minutes.
- →SITUATIONAL: Queta is expected to encounter a high-volume shooting night from the Celtics, providing more potential for blocks as they will likely attempt many shots near the basket.
Thesis: strong
Market: agree
Sources: ESPN, NBA Stats
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