Best bets today for all sports: Thursday's picks include Nationals vs. Rangers MLB play [8/20/2026]

MLB: Nationals vs. Rangers Over 7.5 runs (+113)

• Edge: 10.9%
• Probability: 57.9%
• MLB matchup: Nationals vs. Rangers (8:05PM ET)

Our model has identified value on Over 7.5 runs in Nationals vs. Rangers at +113 odds. A 57.9% probability produces an edge of 10.9%, making this the strongest play for today's sports action.

WNBA: Sun +14.5 (-104)

• Edge: 7.0%
• Probability: 58%
• MLB matchup: Sun vs. Aces (10:00PM ET)

Sun +14.5 carries a 7.0% edge and a probability of 58% at -104 odds, according to our model.

MLB: Angels vs. Astros Over 8.5 runs (+115)

• Edge: 6.8%
• Probability: 53.3%
• MLB Matchup: Angels vs. Astros (8:10PM ET)

Angels vs. Astros Over 8.5 runs at +115 odds shows a 6.8% edge, supported by a 53.3% probability in simulations.

WNBA: Sparks +8.5 (+108)

• Edge: 5.1%
• Probability: 53.2%
• WNBA Matchup: Dream vs. Sparks (10:00PM ET)

A 5.1% edge and 53.2% probability makes Sparks +8.5 vs. Dream a value play in the Dream vs. Sparks matchup, per our model.

Tennis: Arthur Fils -3.5 (-120)

• Edge: 4.7%
• Probability: 59.3%
• Tennis Matchup: Thiago Tirante vs. Arthur Fils (8:30PM ET)

Arthur Fils -3.5 at -120 odds presents a 4.7% edge, with simulations resulting in a probability of 59.3%.

WNBA: Sun vs. Aces Over 168.5 points (-105)

• Edge: 4.0%
• Probability: 55.2%
• WNBA Matchup: Sun vs. Aces (10:00PM ET)

Our model finds value on Over 168.5 points in Sun vs. Aces at -105 odds, supported by an edge of 4.0%.

WNBA: Dream vs. Sparks Under 180.5 points (+100)

• Edge: 3.6%
• Probability: 53.6%
• WNBA Matchup: Dream vs. Sparks (10:00PM ET)

Our model has uncovered value on Dream vs. Sparks Under 180.5 points at +100 odds. A 53.6% probability produces a 3.6% edge, making this a strong play for today's WNBA action.

Tennis: Arthur Fils vs. Thiago Tirante Under 22.5 total games (-120)

• Edge: 3.6%
• Probability: 58.1%
• Tennis Matchup: Thiago Tirante vs. Arthur Fils (8:30PM ET)

A 3.6% edge on a 58.1% probability makes Under 22.5 total games at -120 odds a solid value play in this ATP Cincinnati Open matchup.

WNBA: Fever vs. WingsUnder 185.5 points (-108)

• Edge: 2.8%
• Probability: 54.7%
• WNBA Matchup: Fever vs. Wings (8:00PM ET)

Our model projects value on Under 185.5 points at -108 odds. A 54.7% probability produces a 2.8% edge, making the Under the favorable side in today's WNBA matchup.

WNBA: Sun ML (+900)

• Edge: 2.2%
• Probability: 12.2%
• WNBA Matchup: Sun vs. Aces (10:00PM ET)

Rounding out our top 10 bets, Sun to defeat Aces at +900 odds shows a 12.2% probability and a 2.2% edge.

Best sports bets today summary: Thursday, 8/20/2026

As of 7:38PM ET, here are our top bets by edge recommended by our model:

List of upcoming sports to bet on now [8/20/2026]

• WNBA: Fever vs. Wings (8:00PM ET, Thursday)
• MLB: Nationals vs. Rangers (8:05PM ET, Thursday)
• MLB: Angels vs. Astros (8:10PM ET, Thursday)
• Tennis: Arthur Fils vs. Thiago Tirante (8:30PM ET, Thursday)
• WNBA: Sun vs. Aces (10:00PM ET, Thursday)
• WNBA: Dream vs. Sparks (10:00PM ET, Thursday)
• NRL: Broncos vs. Raiders (4:00AM ET, Friday)
• AFL: Lions vs. Magpies (5:40AM ET, Friday)
• NRL: Eels vs. Dolphins (6:00AM ET, Friday)
• Tennis: Madison Keys vs. Sara Bejlek (1:00PM ET, Friday)

Conclusion

Our best bets are locked and loaded for August 20, 2026, featuring plays such as over 7.5 runs in the Nationals vs. Rangers matchup and Sun +14.5. 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.