We saw some Game 3 upsets on Friday, and there could be more on Saturday’s slate with Portland looking to take a 2-1 series lead, while Houston are still chasing their first win.
San Antonio Spurs @ Portland Trail Blazers
The Blazers stole Game 2 on the road with Victor Wembanyama leaving early due to concussion, and now return home for Portland’s first playoff game in five years.
Scoot Henderson delivered a breakout performance with 31 points in Game 2. Can he back it up at home?
LEG 1 - Scoot Henderson 15+ Points
Henderson is crucial to this Blazers side when he’s firing, bringing on-ball pressure and shot creation.
He exploded for 31 in Game 2, and when given minutes, he consistently produces. When playing 25+ minutes this season, Henderson averages 17.8 points and has hit 15+ in nine of 13 games, including six of his last seven.
LEG 2 - Robert Williams 6+ Rebounds
Providing strong minutes off the bench behind Clingan, Williams adds athleticism and defensive presence.
Since the All-Star break, he’s averaging 8.3 rebounds across his last 22 games, hitting 6+ in 20 of them. He’s done so in both games this series, including nine boards in 23 minutes in Game 2.
LEG 3 - Stephon Castle 6+ Assists
Castle continues to take control of the Spurs’ offence.
Even if Wembanyama plays, expect the ball in Castle’s hands. Since March 3, he’s averaging 8.8 assists across 20 games, hitting 6+ in 17 of them. He fell short with five in Game 2, but this sets up as a bounce-back spot.
Same Game Multi
Henderson 15+ Points / Williams 6+ Rebounds / Castle 6+ Assists = $4.33
VALUE BET - Stephon Castle 10+ Assists @ $5.40
Castle has shown he can go big in the assist column, recording double digits in six of his last 15 games.
With Wembanyama still in concussion protocols and unlikely to be risked, Castle should again take on heavy playmaking duties. In his last three games without Wemby alongside Fox, he’s posted 9+ assists twice, including a triple-double against Denver.
At this price, there’s genuine upside, and the triple-double at $15 is worth a look.
