NBA picks today: Sunday's best bets highlight Grizzlies vs. Lakers play [1/4/2026]

Today’s NBA picks for January 4, 2026 are here, with Grizzlies vs. Lakers among the top plays identified by our model across Sunday’s NBA play.

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List of NBA picks tonight [1/4, updated 8:31PM ET]

Below, you’ll find today’s best basketball bets, ranked by edge for Sunday, January 4, 2026.

Grizzlies vs. Lakers under 240.5 points (-112)

• Edge: 2.3%
• Probability: 55.1%
• Matchup: Grizzlies vs. Lakers (9:30PM ET, Sunday)

Our model has identified value on under 240.5 points in Grizzlies vs. Lakers at -112 odds. A 55.1% probability produces an edge of 2.3%, making this the strongest play for today's NBA slate.

Raptors ML (-155)

• Edge: 2.1%
• Probability: 62.9%
• Matchup: Hawks vs. Raptors (7:30PM ET, Monday)

A 2.1% edge and 62.9% probability make Raptors at the moneyline at a value play in the Hawks vs. Raptors matchup, per our model.

NBA best bets summary: Sunday, 1/4/2026

As of 8:31PM ET, here is our top NBA bet by edge recommended by our model:

List of upcoming NBA games to bet on [1/4/2026]

• Bucks vs. Kings (9:00PM ET, Sunday)
• Grizzlies vs. Lakers (9:30PM ET, Sunday)
• Knicks vs. Pistons (7:00PM ET, Monday)
• Bulls vs. Celtics (7:30PM ET, Monday)
• Hawks vs. Raptors (7:30PM ET, Monday)
• Hornets vs. Thunder (8:00PM ET, Monday)

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Conclusion

Our NBA best bets are locked and loaded for January 4, 2026, featuring plays such as under 240.5 points in the Grizzlies vs. Lakers matchup. Powered by advanced simulations, these picks are here to boost your betting game.

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