Best bets today for all sports: Friday's picks include Iva Jovic vs. Harriet Dart tennis play [10/2/2026]

Tennis: Harriet Dart vs. Iva Jovic Over 18.5 total games (-115)

• Edge: 12.6%
• Probability: 66.1%
• Tennis matchup: Iva Jovic vs. Harriet Dart (11:00PM ET)

Our model has identified value on Over 18.5 total games in Harriet Dart vs. Iva Jovic at -115 odds in their matchup at WTA China Open. A 66.1% probability produces an edge of 12.6%, making this the strongest play for today's sports action.

WNBA: Wings +7.5 (+108)

• Edge: 10.9%
• Probability: 58.9%
• Tennis matchup: Wings vs. Valkyries (9:00PM ET)

Wings +7.5 carries a 10.9% edge and a probability of 58.9% at 48¢ odds, according to our model.

Tennis: Harriet Dart +6.5 games (-130)

• Edge: 10.6%
• Probability: 67.1%
• Tennis Matchup: Iva Jovic vs. Harriet Dart (11:00PM ET)

Harriet Dart +6.5 games vs. Iva Jovic at -130 odds shows a 10.6% edge, supported by a 67.1% probability in simulations of the WTA China Open match.

WNBA: Wings vs. Valkyries over 157.5 points (-110)

• Edge: 7.6%
• Probability: 60%
• WNBA Matchup: Wings vs. Valkyries (9:00PM ET)

A 7.6% edge and 60% probability make Wings vs. Valkyries over 157.5 points a value play in the Wings vs. Valkyries matchup, per our model.

WNBA: Wings ML (+300)

• Edge: 6.4%
• Probability: 31.4%
• WNBA Matchup: Wings vs. Valkyries (9:00PM ET)

Wings ML at 25¢ presents a 6.4% edge, with simulations resulting in a probability of 31.4%.

Tennis: Novak Djokovic -3.5 (-130)

• Edge: 6.0%
• Probability: 62.5%
• Tennis Matchup: Yunchaokete Bu vs. Novak Djokovic (8:30AM ET)

Our model finds value on Novak Djokovic -3.5 at -130 at ATP Brisbane, supported by an edge of 6.0%.

Tennis: Novak Djokovic vs. Yunchaokete Bu Under 22.5 total games (-120)

• Edge: 4.6%
• Probability: 59.2%
• Tennis Matchup: Yunchaokete Bu vs. Novak Djokovic (8:30AM ET)

Our model has uncovered value on Yunchaokete Bu vs. Novak Djokovic Under 22.5 total games at -120. A 59.2% probability produces a 4.6% edge, making this a strong play for today's tennis action.

Tennis: Matteo Arnaldi vs. Carlos Alcaraz Over 18.5 total games (-125)

• Edge: 3.5%
• Probability: 59.1%
• Tennis Matchup: Carlos Alcaraz vs. Matteo Arnaldi (11:30PM ET)

A 3.5% edge on a 59.1% probability makes Over 18.5 total games at -125a solid value play in this ATP Japan Open matchup.

Men's College Football: Northwestern +2.5 (+100)

• Edge: 3.5%
• Probability: 53.5%
• Men's College Football Matchup: Penn State vs. Northwestern (8:00PM ET)

Our model projects value on Northwestern +2.5 at +100. A 53.5% probability produces a 3.5% edge, making Northwestern the favorable side in today's men's college football matchup.

Tennis: Harriet Dart ML (+760)

• Edge: 3.3%
• Probability: 14.9%
• Tennis Matchup: Iva Jovic vs. Harriet Dart (11:00PM ET)

Rounding out our top 10 bets, Harriet Dart to defeat Iva Jovic at +760 shows a 14.9% probability and a 3.3% edge.

Best sports bets today summary: Friday, 10/2/2026

As of 6:31AM ET, here are our top bets by edge recommended by our model:

List of upcoming matchups to bet on right now [10/2/2026]

• Tennis: Aryna Sabalenka vs. Renata Zarazua (7:00AM ET, Friday)
• Tennis: Arthur Gea vs. Hubert Hurkacz (7:00AM ET, Friday)
• Tennis: Novak Djokovic vs. Yunchaokete Bu (8:30AM ET, Friday)
• NHL: Rangers vs. Red Wings (6:30PM ET, Friday)
• NCAAF: Pittsburgh vs. Virginia Tech (7:00PM ET, Friday)
• NCAAF: Liberty vs. Delaware (7:00PM ET, Friday)
• NHL: Capitals vs. Hurricanes (7:00PM ET, Friday)
• NCAAF: Penn State vs. Northwestern (8:00PM ET, Friday)
• NHL: Bruins vs. Jets (8:00PM ET, Friday)
• NHL: Blues vs. Stars (9:00PM ET, Friday)

Conclusion

Our best bets are locked and loaded for October 2, 2026, featuring plays such as over 18.5 total games in the Harriet Dart vs. Iva Jovic matchup and Wings +7.5. 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.