Best bets today for all sports: Friday's picks include Bulldogs vs. Roosters NRL play [8/7/2026]
Get the best bets for Friday, August 7, 2026.
Today’s best sports bets for August 7, 2026 are here, with Bulldogs vs. Roosters in the NRL and Twins vs. Brewers in the MLB among the top plays identified by our model across Friday’s action.
Dimers’ predictive analytics engine runs 24/7, searching the latest odds to find top betting edges. The result? Data-backed plays that help Dimers Pro members make smarter decisions.
List of best bets for today [8/7, updated 3:56AM ET]
Below, you’ll find today’s top 10 best bets, ranked by edge for Friday, August 7, 2026.
NRL: Bulldogs vs. Roosters Under 44.5 points (-114)
- Edge: 10.5%
- Probability: 62.9%
- NRL matchup: Bulldogs vs. Roosters (6:00AM ET)
Our model has identified value on Under 44.5 points in Bulldogs vs. Roosters at -114 odds. A 62.9% probability produces an edge of 10.5%, making this the strongest play for today's sports action.
MLB: Twins ML (+163)
- Edge: 7.5%
- Probability: 44.6%
- WNBA matchup: Twins vs. Brewers (7:40PM ET)
Twins ML carries a 7.5% edge and a probability of 44.6% at +163 odds, according to our model.
WNBA: Valkyries vs. Wings Over 163.5 points (-110)
- Edge: 7.1%
- Probability: 59.5%
- WNBA Matchup: Valkyries vs. Wings (9:30PM ET)
Valkyries vs. Wings Over 163.5 points at -110 odds shows a 7.1% edge, supported by a 59.5% probability in simulations.
Tennis: Elise Mertens ML (+214)
- Edge: 6.4%
- Probability: 38.2%
- Tennis Matchup: Elise Mertens vs. Naomi Osaka (5:00PM ET)
A 6.4% edge and 38.2% probability makes Elise Mertens at the moneyline a value play in the Elise Mertens vs. Naomi Osaka matchup, per our model.
MLB: Orioles vs. Rangers Over 7.5 runs (-113)
- Edge: 6.3%
- Probability: 59.3%
- MLB Matchup: Orioles vs. Rangers (8:15PM ET)
Orioles vs. Rangers Over 7.5 runs at -113 odds presents a 6.3% edge, with simulations resulting in a probability of 59.3%.
MLB: Dodgers vs. Diamondbacks Over 9.5 runs (+117)
- Edge: 6.3%
- Probability: 52.3%
- MLB Matchup: Dodgers vs. Diamondbacks (9:40PM ET)
Our model finds value on Over 9.5 runs in Dodgers vs. Diamondbacks at +117 odds, supported by an edge of 6.3%.
MLB: Athletics +1.5 (+120)
- Edge: 6.0%
- Probability: 51.5%
- MLB Matchup: Athletics vs. Red Sox (7:10PM ET)
Our model has uncovered value on Athletics +1.5 at +120 odds. A 51.5% probability produces a 6.0% edge, making this a strong play for today's MLB action.
MLB: Twins vs. Brewers Over 7.5 runs (-113)
- Edge: 5.8%
- Probability: 58.9%
- MLB Matchup: Twins vs. Brewers (7:40PM ET)
A 5.8% edge on a 58.9% probability makes Over 7.5 runs at -113 odds a solid value play in today's Twins vs. Brewers matchup.
MLB: Diamondbacks ML (+170)
- Edge: 5.3%
- Probability: 41.9%
- MLB Matchup: Dodgers vs. Diamondbacks (9:40PM ET)
Our model projects value on Diamondbacks to win at +170 odds. A 41.9% probability produces a 5.3% edge, making Diamondbacks the favorable ML play in today's MLB matchup.
MLB: Royals ML (+156)
- Edge: 5.3%
- Probability: 44.2%
- MLB Matchup: Cubs vs. Royals (8:10PM ET)
Rounding out our top 10 bets, Royals to defeat Cubs at +156 odds shows a 44.2% probability and a 5.3% edge.
Best sports bets today summary: Friday, 8/7/2026
As of 3:56AM ET, here are our top bets by edge recommended by our model:
| Matchup | Bet | Odds | Edge | Prob. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bulldogs vs. Roosters (NRL) | Under 44.5 points | -114 @ BetRivers | 10.5% | 62.9% |
| Twins vs. Brewers (MLB) | Twins ML | +163 @ Polymarket | 7.5% | 44.6% |
| Valkyries vs. Wings (WNBA) | Over 163.5 Points | -110 @ BetMGM | 7.1% | 59.5% |
| Mertens vs. Osaka (Tennis) | Elise Mertens ML | +214 @ DraftKings | 6.4% | 38.2% |
| Orioles vs. Rangers (MLB) | Over 7.5 Runs | -113 @ Novig | 6.3% | 59.3% |
| Dodgers vs. Diamondbacks (MLB) | Over 9.5 Runs | +117 @ Polymarket | 6.3% | 52.3% |
| Athletics vs. Red Sox (MLB) | Athletics +1.5 | +120 @ Novig | 6.0% | 51.5% |
| Twins vs. Brewers (MLB) | Over 7.5 Runs | -113 @ Novig | 5.8% | 58.9% |
| Dodgers vs. Diamondbacks (MLB) | Diamondbacks ML | +170 @ Polymarket | 5.3% | 41.9% |
| Cubs vs. Royals (MLB) | Royals ML | +156 @ Polymarket | 5.3% | 44.2% |
List of upcoming events to bet on right now [8/7/2026]
- NRL: Panthers vs. Warriors (4:00AM ET, Friday)
- AFL: Hawks vs. Lions (5:40AM ET, Friday)
- NRL: Bulldogs vs. Roosters (6:00AM ET, Friday)
- Tennis: Alina Korneeva vs. Iva Jovic (11:00AM ET, Friday)
- Tennis: Elena Rybakina vs. Ann Li (12:30PM ET, Friday)
- Tennis: Matteo Arnaldi vs. Tallon Griekspoor (12:30PM ET, Friday)
- Tennis: Alex Michelsen vs. Daniel Merida (12:30PM ET, Friday)
- Tennis: Ben Shelton vs. Zizou Bergs (1:40PM ET, Friday)
- Tennis: Hubert Hurkacz vs. Botic Van de Zandschulp (1:40PM ET, Friday)
- Tennis: Liudmila Samsonova vs. Maya Joint (3:00PM ET, Friday)
Conclusion
Our best bets are locked and loaded for August 7, 2026, featuring plays such as under 44.5 points in the Bulldogs vs. Roosters matchup and Twins ML. 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.
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Ryan Leaver uses advanced statistical models and simulations to predict outcomes and provide predictions for the NBA, NFL, college football, college basketball, and soccer. He offers detailed game previews, best bets, props, and futures articles.
