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DraftKings Pick6 Picks: SGA Under 29.5 Points, McCain Over 12.5, Wemby Under 13.5 Rebounds for May 24 NBA Slate

Bill Yin’s Pick6 selections for the OKC‑Spurs Game 4 focus on point and rebound thresholds based on recent series trends.

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TL;DR: DraftKings Pick6 analyst Bill Yin recommends taking Shai Gilgeous‑Alexander under 29.5 points, Jared McCain over 12.5 points, and Victor Wembanyama under 13.5 rebounds for the May 24 NBA slate. The picks are based on recent series performance and matchup trends.

Context: The Oklahoma City Thunder lead the San Antonio Spurs 2‑1 in their playoff series, with Game 4 set for 6 PM EST in Oklahoma City. DraftKings Pick6 is a peer‑to‑peer fantasy game where users choose whether individual players will exceed or fall short of a listed statistic. Correct picks earn a share of cash prizes.

Key Facts: Gilgeous‑Alexander is averaging 26.7 points per game in the series, shooting .391 from the field, .286 from three‑point range, and .963 from the free‑throw line. McCain erupted for 24 points on 10‑of‑21 shooting in Game 3, showing increased usage after Jalen Williams’ hamstring injury. Wembanyama grabbed 24 rebounds in Game 1 and 17 in Game 2, but fell to just four rebounds in Game 3 as the Thunder deployed bigger defenders to limit his interior presence.

What It Means: Gilgeous‑Alexander’s scoring remains solid but his shooting efficiency has dipped under Spurs perimeter pressure, making a sub‑29.5 point outcome plausible. McCain’s recent hot streak and expanded role suggest he can surpass the 12.5‑point line consistently. Wembanyama’s rebound total is volatile; the Thunder’s strategy of pulling him away from the basket has already produced a low‑rebounding game, supporting the under pick.

What to watch next: Whether the Thunder maintain their interior defensive approach in Game 4 and if McCain can sustain his scoring surge off the bench.

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