NBA picks today: Monday's best bets include Wizards vs. Magic play [11/2/2026]

Wizards +0.5 (+123)

• Edge: 11.9%
• Probability: 56.7%
• Matchup: Wizards vs. Magic (7:30PM ET)

Our model has identified value on Wizards +0.5 at +123 odds. A 56.7% probability produces an edge of 11.9%, making this the strongest play for today's NBA slate.

Jazz +15.5 (-107)

• Edge: 8.2%
• Probability: 59.9%
• Matchup: Jazz vs. Spurs (8:30PM ET)

Jazz +15.5 carries an 8.2% edge and a probability of 59.9% at -107 odds, according to our model.

Nets +14.5 (50¢)

• Edge: 7.5%
• Probability: 57%
• Matchup: Nets vs. Knicks (7:30PM ET)

Nets +14.5 vs. Knicks at 50¢ odds shows a 7.5% edge, supported by a 57% probability in simulations.

Bulls +10.5 (-104)

• Edge: 6.5%
• Probability: 57.5%
• Matchup: Bulls vs. 76ers (7:30PM ET)

A 6.5% edge and 57.5% probability makes Bulls +10.5 vs. 76ers a value play in the Bulls vs. 76ers matchup, per our model.

Cavaliers ML (-153)

• Edge: 6.4%
• Probability: 66.9%
• Matchup: Thunder vs. Cavaliers (7:00PM ET)

Cavaliers ML at 60¢ presents a 6.4% edge, with simulations resulting in a probability of 66.9%.

Pelicans +5.5 (+104)

• Edge: 6.1%
• Probability: 55.2%
• Matchup: Pelicans vs. Grizzlies (8:00PM ET)

Our model finds value on Pelicans +5.5 at 49¢, supported by an edge of 6.1%.

Kings +10.5 (-102)

• Edge: 4.9%
• Probability: 55.4%
• Matchup: Kings vs. Mavericks (8:00PM ET)

Our model has uncovered value on Kings +10.5 at 50¢. A 55.4% probability produces a 4.9% edge, making this a strong play for today's NBA action.

Bulls vs. 76ers Under 239.5 points (+101)

• Edge: 4.9%
• Probability: 54.6%
• Matchup: Bulls vs. 76ers (7:30PM ET)

A 4.9% edge on a 54.6% probability makes Under 239.5 points at 50¢a solid value play in today's Bulls vs. 76ers matchup.

Lakers ML (-122)

• Edge: 4.6%
• Probability: 59.5%
• Matchup: Heat vs. Lakers (10:00PM ET)

Our model projects value on Lakers to win at 55¢. A 59.5% probability produces a 4.6% edge, making Lakers the favorable ML play in today's matchup.

Hawks ML (-180)

• Edge: 4.1%
• Probability: 68.4%
• Matchup: Hawks vs. Pacers (7:30PM ET)

Rounding out our top 10 bets, Hawks to defeat Pacers at -180 shows a 68.4% probability and a 4.1% edge.

NBA best bets summary: Monday, 11/2/2026

As of 2:33AM ET, here are our top NBA bets by edge recommended by our model:

List of upcoming NBA games to bet on [11/2/2026]

• Thunder vs. Cavaliers (7:00PM ET, Monday)
• Pistons vs. Hornets (7:30PM ET, Monday)
• Wizards vs. Magic (7:30PM ET, Monday)
• Nets vs. Knicks (7:30PM ET, Monday)
• Bulls vs. 76ers (7:30PM ET, Monday)
• Hawks vs. Pacers (7:30PM ET, Monday)
• Pelicans vs. Grizzlies (8:00PM ET, Monday)
• Bucks vs. Timberwolves (8:00PM ET, Monday)
• Kings vs. Mavericks (8:00PM ET, Monday)
• Jazz vs. Spurs (8:30PM ET, Monday)
• Celtics vs. Rockets (8:30PM ET, Monday)
• Trail Blazers vs. Nuggets (9:00PM ET, Monday)
• Suns vs. Warriors (10:00PM ET, Monday)
• Raptors vs. Clippers (10:00PM ET, Monday)
• Heat vs. Lakers (10:00PM ET, Monday)

Conclusion

Our NBA best bets are locked and loaded for November 2, 2026, featuring plays such as Wizards +0.5 vs. Magic and Jazz +15.5. Powered by advanced simulations, these picks are here to boost your betting game.

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All odds and probabilities in this article are correct and accurate at the time of publication.