Best Nikola Jokic Prop Bets vs. Minnesota Timberwolves – Monday, May 06

Utah Jazz forward/center Kelly Olynyk (41) defends Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (15) during the second half at the Delta Center.
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For each game of the NBA season, we provide the best Nikola Jokic prop bets. Jokic’s next game is Monday, May 06 against the Minnesota Timberwolves.

Best Nikola Jokic Player Props Bets vs. the Minnesota Timberwolves

As the Denver Nuggets prepare to face the Minnesota Timberwolves, all eyes are on Nikola Jokic, the team’s linchpin. Jokic’s performance is crucial for the Nuggets to even the series after dropping Game 1 at home. His ability to dominate across multiple facets of the game, from scoring and rebounding to playmaking, will be pivotal against a Timberwolves team that has shown they can challenge the defending champions. Jokic’s recent performances suggest he’s up for the task, but he’ll need to be at his best to help Denver secure a much-needed victory.

Nikola Jokic Over 12.5 Rebounds (-115)

Nikola Jokic’s rebounding prowess has been a consistent force for the Nuggets throughout the season, and it’s expected to shine in the upcoming game against the Timberwolves. With a season average of 12.54 rebounds per game and a hit rate of 50.59%, Jokic has demonstrated his ability to control the boards. Moreover, his performance at home has been even more impressive, with a home-visitor mean of 12.67 and a hit rate of 51.11%. In the last 5 games, Jokic has been on a rebounding tear, averaging 15.4 rebounds, which is well above the line set at 12.5. This uptrend, coupled with the urgency of bouncing back from a Game 1 loss, positions Jokic to exceed expectations and hit the over on his rebounding prop.

Nikola Jokic Over 8.5 Assists (-130)

Jokic’s role as the Nuggets’ primary facilitator has been instrumental in their offensive scheme, and his assists numbers are a testament to his effectiveness in this role. With a season average of 9.01 assists per game and a hit percentage of 52.94%, Jokic has consistently found his teammates in scoring positions. His last 10 games average of 8.9 assists per game and a hit rate of 60% in the last 10 games indicate a strong likelihood of surpassing the 8.5 assists line. Additionally, his performance in the last 5 games, where he averaged 10.2 assists per game with a 100% hit rate, suggests that Jokic is in prime form to deliver a high number of assists, especially as the Nuggets look to rectify their offensive execution after a disappointing Game 1 loss.

All Nikola Jokic Player Prop Picks for Monday, May 06

Player Name Prop Line Over Rate Over Odds Under Odds Last 10 Average Projection Our Pick
Nikola Jokic Points 29.5 4/10 -102 -118 27.9 28.17 Under
Nikola Jokic Rebounds 12.5 6/10 -115 -105 13.5 13.29 Over
Nikola Jokic Assists 8.5 6/10 -130 +110 8.9 9.61 Over
Nikola Jokic Three Pointers 1.5 5/10 +136 -162 1.3 1.51 Under
Nikola Jokic Points, Rebounds & Assists 51.5 4/10 -105 -115 50.3 50.87 Under
Nikola Jokic Points & Rebounds 41.5 5/10 -120 +100 41.4 41.52 Over
Nikola Jokic Points & Assists 38.5 4/10 -108 -112 36.8 37.63 Under
Nikola Jokic Rebounds & Assists 21.5 4/10 -115 -105 22.4 22.82 Over
Nikola Jokic NaN 1.5 7/10 -142 +120 2.1 2.33 Over
Nikola Jokic NaN 2.5 5/10 +105 -125 2.4 2.52 Under
Nikola Jokic NaN 3.5 4/10 -135 +114 3.7 3.60 Under
Nikola Jokic NaN 0.5 3/10 +105 -125 0.3 0.29 Under

Nikola Jokic Stats for the 2023/24 NBA Season

  • Points Per Game
    • Season: 26.56
    • Home: 26.44
    • vs. Minnesota Timberwolves: 33.0
  • Rebounds Per Game
    • Season: 12.54
    • Home: 12.67
    • vs. Minnesota Timberwolves: 11.0
  • Assists Per Game
    • Season: 9.01
    • Home: 9.47
    • vs. Minnesota Timberwolves: 5.2

Game Info

  • Date: Monday, May. 06
  • Time: 09:00 PM
  • Location: Ball Arena – Denver, CO
  • TV: TNT