NBA picks today: Friday's best bets include Nets vs. Thunder play [2/20/2026]

Nets +17.5 (-112)

• Edge: 4.3%
• Probability: 57.1%
• Matchup: Nets vs. Thunder (8:00PM ET, Friday)

Our model has identified value on Nets +17.5 at -112 odds. A 57.1% probability produces an edge of 4.3%, making this the strongest play for today's NBA slate.

Mavericks +13.5 (-110)

• Edge: 4.0%
• Probability: 56.4%
• Matchup: Mavericks vs. Timberwolves (7:30PM ET, Friday)

Mavericks +13.5 carries a 4.0% edge and a probability of 56.4% at -110 odds, according to our model.

Heat vs. Hawks over 243.5 points (-105)

• Edge: 2.8%
• Probability: 54%
• Matchup: Heat vs. Hawks (7:30PM ET, Friday)

Heat vs. Hawks over 243.5 points at -105 odds shows a 2.8% edge, supported by a 54% probability in simulations.

Nuggets vs. Trail Blazers under 239.5 points (-105)

• Edge: 2.2%
• Probability: 53.5%
• Matchup: Nuggets vs. Trail Blazers (10:00PM ET, Friday)

A 2.2% edge and 53.5% probability make Nuggets vs. Trail Blazers under 239.5 points at a value play in the Nuggets vs. Trail Blazers matchup, per our model.

NBA best bets summary: Friday, 2/20/2026

As of 5:09PM ET, here are our top NBA bets by edge recommended by our model:

Matchup	Bet	Odds	Edge	Probability
Nets vs. Thunder	Nets +17.5	-112 @ DraftKings	4.3%	57.1%
Mavericks vs. Timberwolves	Mavericks +13.5	-110 @ BetMGM	4.0%	56.4%
Heat vs. Hawks	Over 243.5 Points	-105 @ BetMGM	2.8%	54%
Nuggets vs. Trail Blazers	Under 239.5 Points	-105 @ BetMGM	2.2%	53.5%

List of upcoming NBA games to bet on [2/20/2026]

• Jazz vs. Grizzlies (7:00PM ET, Friday)
• Cavaliers vs. Hornets (7:00PM ET, Friday)
• Pacers vs. Wizards (7:00PM ET, Friday)
• Mavericks vs. Timberwolves (7:30PM ET, Friday)
• Heat vs. Hawks (7:30PM ET, Friday)
• Bucks vs. Pelicans (8:00PM ET, Friday)
• Nets vs. Thunder (8:00PM ET, Friday)
• Clippers vs. Lakers (10:00PM ET, Friday)
• Nuggets vs. Trail Blazers (10:00PM ET, Friday)

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Conclusion

Our NBA best bets are locked and loaded for February 20, 2026, featuring plays such as Nets +17.5 and Mavericks +13.5. Powered by advanced simulations, these picks are here to boost your betting game.

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