NBA Best Bets & Expert Picks for Today 26th December 2024
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Get ready for basketball on Thursday, December 26, with nine NBA Playoffs games that we can bet on today.
Our predictive analytics model has simulated the outcome of each of today's gamess and identified the top four betting opportunities, with the best bet of the day coming in the Raptors vs. Grizzlies matchup at 8:00PM ET.
We're also placing wagers on the Nets vs. Bucks and Bulls vs. Hawks, making for an exciting Thursday for NBA betting.
NBA Best Bets for Today
Thursday's NBA action features four bets with an edge according to our model. Leading the way is Raptors +11.5, offering an edge of 4.0% at odds of -110.
Matchup | Bet | Odds | Sportsbook |
---|---|---|---|
Raptors vs. Grizzlies | Raptors +11.5 | -110 | BetMGM |
Raptors vs. Grizzlies | Raptors ML | +490 | DraftKings |
Nets vs. Bucks | Nets ML | +440 | FanDuel |
Bulls vs. Hawks | Under 242.5 Points | -108 | DraftKings |
Top NBA Picks for 26th December 2024
Prepare for an exciting day of basketball action with our top picks for 26th December 2024. These picks provide valuable prospects for success, thanks to carefully constructed data analysis and predictive algorithms.
Having analyzed every spread, total and moneyline, each pick is precisely chosen to deliver an edge in today's basketball matchups.
Elevate your Thursday betting session with these scientifically curated picks that are free from the emotional biases typical of human-made picks.
Raptors +11.5 (-110)
- Raptors vs. Grizzlies (8:00PM ET, Thursday)
- 4.0% edge
- 56.4% probability
- Best odds available with BetMGM
With a calculated edge of 4.0% and a probability of 56.4%, the Raptors +11.5 spread bet at -110 is our top pick for today's basketball. Don't miss this top pick in the Raptors vs. Grizzlies matchup at 8:00PM ET, available at BetMGM.
Raptors ML (+490)
- Raptors vs. Grizzlies (8:00PM ET, Thursday)
- 3.7% edge
- 20.6% probability
- Best odds available with DraftKings Sportsbook
With a probability of 20.6% and an edge of 3.7%, the Raptors ML bet at +490 is another strong option. Place your bet on this high-value pick in the Raptors vs. Grizzlies game before it begins at 8:00PM ET, with the best odds available at DraftKings Sportsbook.
Nets ML (+440)
- Nets vs. Bucks (8:00PM ET, Thursday)
- 2.7% edge
- 21.2% probability
- Best odds available with FanDuel Sportsbook
Featuring an edge of 2.7% and a probability of 21.2%, the Nets ML bet at +440 with FanDuel Sportsbook is our next top bet for Thursday. Don't let this opportunity pass by in the Nets vs. Bucks matchup at 8:00PM ET.
Bulls vs. Hawks Under 242.5 Points (-108)
- Bulls vs. Hawks (7:30PM ET, Thursday)
- 2.5% edge
- 54.5% probability
- Best odds available with DraftKings Sportsbook
Today's fourth pick is under 242.5 points at -108, with a probability of 54.5% and an edge of 2.5%. Make the most of this prime betting play in the Bulls vs. Hawks matchup at 7:30PM ET, available at DraftKings Sportsbook.
Conclusion
At BettingOdds.com, our NBA play of the day is the Raptors to cover the +11.5 spread. Additionally, we have three further bets, offering value for those seeking data-driven action on today's basketball games.
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