Stage 3Prop Market Strategy• 8 min read
Combo Props 101
PRA, P+A, P+R and Multi-Stat Props
What Are Combo Props?
Combo props combine multiple stats into one bet - like Points + Rebounds + Assists (PRA). They can reduce variance if a player contributes across categories, or increase it if they're one-dimensional.
Key Factors
| Factor | Impact | How to Check |
|---|---|---|
| All-Around Game | High | Does player contribute in all categories? |
| Stat Correlation | High | Do good scoring nights also mean assists/boards? |
| Role Consistency | Medium | Does role change based on lineup? |
| Minutes Floor | High | What's the worst-case minutes scenario? |
| Category Variance | Medium | How volatile is each component? |
By Sport
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NBA
PRA = Points + Rebounds + Assists. Ideal for point forwards and all-around players.
Key factors: Archetype fit, category correlation, role stability
Deep dive: NBA Combo PropsCommon Mistakes
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Assuming combos always reduce variance
If a player only scores, PRA just adds noise from R+A
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Ignoring negative correlation
Some players trade off - high points means low assists
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Missing role dependency
Combo stats can swing wildly based on lineup
When to Bet
- ✓Point forward archetype who contributes everywhere
- ✓Player averages near line in ALL categories (balanced)
- ✓Positive correlation between stats
When to Pass
- ⚠️One-dimensional player (scorer with no boards/assists)
- ⚠️Negative correlation (high points = low assists)
- ⚠️High variance in one category destabilizes combo
Key Takeaways
- ✓Combo props work best for balanced, all-around players
- ✓Check correlation - some players trade off between categories
- ✓Point forwards are ideal PRA candidates
How DMP Helps
DMP archetype badges identify which players contribute across multiple categories for optimal combo prop targeting.