Question 1

What is an NBA first basket bet?

Accepted Answer

A first basket bet is a prop bet where you predict which player will score the first points in an NBA game. This includes field goals, free throws, or any other scoring play that puts the first points on the board.

Question 2

How are first basket probabilities calculated?

Accepted Answer

First basket probabilities are calculated using season-long data including a player's first basket conversion rate, their team's tip-off win percentage, first shot attempt rate, and minutes played as a starter.

Question 3

What factors affect who scores the first basket?

Accepted Answer

Key factors include which team wins the opening tip-off, which player takes the first shot attempt for that team, the player's field goal percentage, and whether they are in the starting lineup.

Question 4

How often is the first basket data updated?

Accepted Answer

First basket statistics are updated daily with the latest season-long averages. Game schedules and matchup data refresh each morning for that day's NBA games.

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