NBA picks today: Friday's best bets highlight Thunder vs. Warriors play [1/2/2026]

Today’s NBA picks for January 2, 2026 are here, with Thunder vs. Warriors among the top plays identified by our model across Friday’s NBA action.

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List of NBA picks tonight [1/2, updated 9:33PM ET]

Below, you’ll find today’s best basketball bets, ranked by edge for Friday, January 2, 2026.

Warriors +13.5 (-106)

• Edge: 5.4%
• Probability: 56.9%
• Matchup: Thunder vs. Warriors (10:00PM ET, Friday)

Our model has identified value on Warriors +13.5 at -106 odds. A 56.9% probability produces an edge of 5.4%, making this the strongest play for today's NBA slate.

NBA best bets summary: Friday, 1/2/2026

As of 9:33PM ET, here is our top NBA bet by edge recommended by our model:

Matchup	Bet	Odds	Edge	Probability
Thunder vs. Warriors	Warriors +13.5	-106 @ FanDuel	5.4%	56.9%

List of upcoming NBA games to bet on [1/2/2026]

• Thunder vs. Warriors (10:00PM ET, Friday)
• Grizzlies vs. Lakers (10:30PM ET, Friday)
• Timberwolves vs. Heat (5:00PM ET, Saturday)
• 76ers vs. Knicks (7:30PM ET, Saturday)
• Hawks vs. Raptors (7:30PM ET, Saturday)
• Trail Blazers vs. Spurs (8:00PM ET, Saturday)
• Rockets vs. Mavericks (8:30PM ET, Saturday)

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Conclusion

Our NBA best bets are locked and loaded for January 2, 2026, featuring plays such as Warriors +13.5. Powered by advanced simulations, these picks are here to boost your betting game.

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