Yves Missi is a center for the New Orleans Pelicans, operating as a developmental big man in the NBA's Western Conference. He stands at 6'0" and weighs 235 lbs, which is undersized for a traditional center, and played his college basketball at Baylor before making his way to New Orleans.
Across 68 games this season, Missi has carved out a modest but consistent role off the bench, averaging 19.7 minutes per game with 5.8 points, 5.9 rebounds, and 1.5 blocks per game. His 54.4% field goal percentage reflects efficient finishing around the rim, though his 29.0% free throw rate is a notable weakness that limits his effectiveness in late-game situations. The 1.2 assists and 0.3 steals per game suggest limited playmaking and perimeter activity. His slight negative plus-minus of -0.6 indicates he is roughly a neutral presence when on the floor. For bettors, Missi presents a few prop angles worth monitoring. His rebounding numbers (near 6.0 per game in under 20 minutes) make rebound props a reasonable area to track, particularly when he draws extended run due to foul trouble elsewhere on the roster. His block total of 1.5 per game is also notable for a player with his minutes, making blocks-based props viable. However, points props carry more risk given his free throw struggles, and any prop tied to scoring volume should be approached with caution in high-foul situations.
