The double-double isn’t as a big of a deal as it used to be in the NBA. That is likely because it happens over 1,500 times a season. It is still a remarkable feat in an NBA game.
Even more remarkable is the triple-double. The triple-double has become more commonplace recently as “position-less” basketball allows the modern player to accumulate double-digit points, rebounds, and assists on a more routine basis.
What it also allows for are bettors to cash in on the action. Each night, bettors can choose from multiple double-double and triple-double props bets. Bettors considering these props should do their homework first before placing haphazard bets.
It also helps to understand what exactly these bets are before placing a wager.
For further reading, check out our NBA player props betting guide.
Double-Double Props Bets
A double-double occurs when a player hits 10 or more in two of the following statistical categories: points, rebounds, assists, steals, and blocks. The most common double-doubles are points and rebounds and points and assists.
Historically, the double-doubles have been achieved by centers and forwards like Wilt Chamberlain who holds the record for consecutive double-doubles with 227 from 1964 to 1967.
Triple-Double Props Bets
As the name suggests, a triple-double occurs when a player hits 10 more in three of previously mentioned statistical categories (points, rebounds, assists, steals, and blocks). The most common triple- double is points-rebounds-assists.
The triple-double is much rarer than the double-double. In a given NBA season, there is typically one triple-double for every 10 to 15 double-doubles.
Double-Double and Triple-Double Props Betting Strategy
The key to betting these two props is simply matchups. Team A has Player A – a post player – that averages 17 points and 12 rebounds per game. Team B is the league’s worst defensive team and gives up more points in the paint than any other team.
Betting on Player A to achieve a double-double would seem like a sure thing. The odds would probably reflect that too. Player A might be listed at -280 to get the double-double and +180 to not achieve it.
While you won’t score big on that bet, it might be one worth making at times. There are a handful of players each season in the NBA that average double-digit points and double-digit rebounds. Depending upon the odds, it may be worth making a sure bet.
The other thing to watch for is the injury report. Let’s say Team A has a pair of All-Stars in the starting lineup. One of those players is listed as “Out” for the next game. You can bet the other star is going to shoulder some of the load.
That player’s usage rate is going to be higher than normal. That means more opportunities to score and attack the rim. If said player is a ball handler, he may have more opportunities to dish the ball to his teammates. This could not only be a good double-double bet; it may also be a solid triple-double bet.
Again, you would have to look at the matchup and the odds before making a decision. One of the best scenarios is when you have a star or pair of stars out of a lineup. In those situations, you may be able to find a lesser-known player at plus-money to achieve a double-double or triple-double. Those are situations to really take a look at it because the payouts are larger.
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