NBA picks today: Monday's best bets include Jazz vs. Cavaliers play [1/12/2026]

Jazz vs. Cavaliers under 251.5 points (-110)

• Edge: 6.2%
• Probability: 58.6%
• Matchup: Jazz vs. Cavaliers (7:00PM ET, Monday)

Our model has identified value on under 251.5 points in Jazz vs. Cavaliers at -110 odds. A 58.6% probability produces an edge of 6.2%, making this the strongest play for today's NBA slate.

Jazz +12.5 (-105)

• Edge: 5.1%
• Probability: 56.3%
• Matchup: Jazz vs. Cavaliers (7:00PM ET, Monday)

Jazz +12.5 carries a 5.1% edge and a probability of 56.3% at -105 odds, according to our model.

Pacers +5.5 (-105)

• Edge: 2.1%
• Probability: 53.3%
• Matchup: Celtics vs. Pacers (7:30PM ET, Monday)

Pacers +5.5 vs. Celtics at -105 odds shows a 2.1% edge, supported by a 53.3% probability in simulations.

NBA best bets summary: Monday, 1/12/2026

As of 3:02AM ET, here are our top NBA bets by edge recommended by our model:

Matchup	Bet	Odds	Edge	Probability
Jazz vs. Cavaliers	Under 251.5 Points	-110 @ FanDuel	6.2%	58.6%
Jazz vs. Cavaliers	Jazz +12.5	-105 @ BetMGM	5.1%	56.3%
Celtics vs. Pacers	Pacers +5.5	-105 @ DraftKings	2.1%	53.3%

List of upcoming NBA games to bet on [1/12/2026]

• Jazz vs. Cavaliers (7:00PM ET, Monday)
• Celtics vs. Pacers (7:30PM ET, Monday)
• 76ers vs. Raptors (7:30PM ET, Monday)
• Nets vs. Mavericks (8:30PM ET, Monday)
• Lakers vs. Kings (10:00PM ET, Monday)
• Hornets vs. Clippers (10:30PM ET, Monday)

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Conclusion

Our NBA best bets are locked and loaded for January 12, 2026, featuring plays such as under 251.5 points in the Jazz vs. Cavaliers matchup and Jazz +12.5. Powered by advanced simulations, these picks are here to boost your betting game.

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