Keon Ellis Poised for Expanded Role with Nets, Betting Focus on Season Opener

Brooklyn Nets guard Keon Ellis appears set for a more prominent role this season following an encouraging preseason performance. The 26-year-old guard started all four of Brooklyn's exhibition games, demonstrating his shooting ability by making six three-pointers, despite playing a maximum of 24 minutes in each contest.

While Ellis experienced shooting difficulties in the preseason finale, this performance also suggested a positive outlook. Even with scoring struggles, he attempted four shots from beyond the arc, indicating he will likely have ample opportunities to shoot threes throughout the season.

Ellis, primarily recognized for his defensive capabilities on the wing, has a history of reliable perimeter shooting, consistently connecting on over 40 percent of his three-point attempts. Last season, he averaged 1.3 three-pointers per game in an average of 20.5 minutes, primarily coming off the bench for the Kings and Cavaliers.

With an anticipated increase in playing time, potentially nearing 30 minutes for Wednesday's season opener against the Charlotte Hornets at Barclays Center, Ellis is expected to have sufficient opportunities to make at least two three-pointers. Last season, the Nets ranked as the NBA's least effective three-point shooting team, converting only 34 percent of their attempts despite averaging 38.1 attempts per game.

Considering his past performance and projected role in Brooklyn's offense, betting on Ellis to make two or more three-pointers in the season opener is considered a strong play. The odds for Keon Ellis to make two or more 3-pointers are +105 on FanDuel Sportsbook.