NBA Player Archetypes

Understanding player roles is essential for prop betting. When a player is out, their opportunity doesn't just disappear - it redistributes to teammates based on archetype compatibility.

DMP tip: When analyzing player props, check who's out and which archetypes benefit. A backup combo guard won't absorb a rim-runner's opportunities - but the remaining big men will.

Guards

Wings

Bigs

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