The 2026 NBA Playoffs heat up Monday with a thrilling doubleheader: the Philadelphia 76ers take on the New York Knicks at 8 p.m. ET, followed by the Minnesota Timberwolves facing the San Antonio Spurs at 9:30 p.m. With superstars like Jalen Brunson, Joel Embiid, Victor Wembanyama, and De'Aaron Fox headlining the action, finding the right player prop bets is key to making the most of the night.
De'Aaron Fox was a scoring machine for the Spurs in their first-round series against the Trail Blazers, averaging 20.2 points per game. For Monday's Game 1 against the Timberwolves, his points over/under is set at 17.5. According to the SportsLine Projection Model, Fox is projected to finish with 21 points, making this a top candidate for one of Monday's best NBA prop picks.
Meanwhile, Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns is drawing attention for his playmaking. After averaging 6.0 assists in the first round against the Hawks, his assists over/under for Monday's matchup with the 76ers is just 3.5. "KAT had two triple-doubles in the first round," notes SportsLine NBA expert Mike Barner. "In five of those games, he finished with at least four assists. Dating back to the regular season, he's averaged 6.2 assists over his last 10 games. If he avoids foul trouble guarding Joel Embiid, he could easily surpass this line."
The model, which simulates every NBA game 10,000 times, has been on fire this season. It's generated over $10,000 in betting profit for $100 players on its top-rated NBA picks over the past eight-plus seasons and entered the second round on a sizzling 26-9 roll (74%) on spread picks. For those looking at other options, OG Anunoby is also worth a look. "He's had at least eight rebounds and one assist in five of his last six games," says SportsLine expert Bob Konarski. "This series promises more physical play in the paint, and Anunoby could find success there."
Whether you're tracking stats for your fantasy lineup or looking for an edge on betting sites, Monday's playoff action is packed with potential. Stay sharp and enjoy the games!