NBA prop picks highlight Fred VanVleet and Kristaps Porzingis

The NBA schedule for Friday features several exciting matchups, including the Los Angeles Clippers against the Memphis Grizzlies. Both teams are looking to improve their playoff standings in the Western Conference. The Clippers are favored to win by 6.5 points as they try to escape the Play-In Tournament. Meanwhile, the Grizzlies are currently in fifth place but have struggled without star player Ja Morant, who is missing his fourth game due to a hamstring injury. SportsLine's computer model has analyzed the games and identified three strong player prop bets for the night. One recommendation is for Fred VanVleet to score over 21.5 points, rebounds, and assists combined, with odds at -105. VanVleet has performed well in recent games and is expected to exceed this total against a struggling Miami Heat team. Another pick is for Norman Powell to score over 16.5 points, with odds at -121. Powell is back from injury and has shown potential to regain his scoring form if he gets more playing time. He has averaged 23.2 points per game this season, making this a valuable bet. The final recommended wager is for Kristaps Porzingis to grab over 8.5 rebounds plus assists, with odds at +105. Porzingis has stepped up in scoring recently, but with Jayson Tatum returning, he may shift back to a role that focuses more on rebounding and assists. The model predicts he will surpass this total given the current team dynamics. These prop picks provide exciting opportunities for fans and bettors as the NBA season heats up heading into the playoffs.