NBA picks today: Sunday's best bets include Hornets vs. Cavaliers play [12/14/2025]

Hornets +11.5 (-108)

• Edge: 4.0%
• Probability: 55.9%
• Matchup: Hornets vs. Cavaliers (3:30PM ET, Sunday)

Our model has identified value on Hornets +11.5 at -108 odds. A 55.9% probability produces an edge of 4.0%, making this the strongest play for today's NBA slate.

Kings +10.5 (-102)

• Edge: 3.6%
• Probability: 54.1%
• Matchup: Kings vs. Timberwolves (7:00PM ET, Sunday)

Kings +10.5 carries a 3.6% edge and a probability of 54.1% at -102 odds, according to our model.

Pelicans vs. Bulls over 243.5 points (-105)

• Edge: 3.1%
• Probability: 54.4%
• Matchup: Pelicans vs. Bulls (7:00PM ET, Sunday)

Pelicans vs. Bulls over 243.5 points at -105 odds shows a 3.1% edge, supported by a 54.4% probability in simulations.

Wizards +8.5 (-105)

• Edge: 3.1%
• Probability: 54.3%
• Matchup: Wizards vs. Pacers (3:00PM ET, Sunday)

A 3.1% edge and 54.3% probability make Wizards +8.5 vs. Pacers at a value play in the Wizards vs. Pacers matchup, per our model.

Kings ML (+440)

• Edge: 2.8%
• Probability: 21.3%
• Matchup: Kings vs. Timberwolves (7:00PM ET, Sunday)

Kings ML at +440 odds presents a 2.8% edge, with simulations resulting in a probability of 21.3%.

Bucks -2.5 (-105)

• Edge: 2.8%
• Probability: 54%
• Matchup: Bucks vs. Nets (6:00PM ET, Sunday)

Our model finds value on Bucks -2.5 at -105 odds, supported by an edge of 2.8%.

Lakers ML (-115)

• Edge: 2.6%
• Probability: 56.1%
• Matchup: Lakers vs. Suns (8:00PM ET, Sunday) Our model has uncovered value on Lakers ML at -115 odds. A 56.1% probability produces a 2.6% edge, making this a strong play for today's NBA action.

Hornets ML (+425)

• Edge: 2.3%
• Probability: 21.3%
• Matchup: Hornets vs. Cavaliers (3:30PM ET, Sunday)

A 2.3% edge on a 21.3% probability makes Hornets to win at +425 odds a solid value play in today's Hornets vs. Cavaliers matchup.

NBA best bets summary: Sunday, 12/14/2025

As of 5:31AM ET, here are our top NBA bets by edge recommended by our model:

Matchup	Bet	Odds	Edge	Probability
Hornets vs. Cavaliers	Hornets +11.5	-108 @ DraftKings	4.0%	55.9%
Kings vs. Timberwolves	Kings +10.5	-102 @ BetMGM	3.6%	54.1%
Pelicans vs. Bulls	Over 243.5 Points	-105 @ BetMGM	3.1%	54.4%
Wizards vs. Pacers	Wizards +8.5	-105 @ BetMGM	3.1%	54.3%
Kings vs. Timberwolves	Kings ML	+440 @ FanDuel	2.8%	21.3%
Bucks vs. Nets	Bucks -2.5	-105 @ BetMGM	2.8%	54%
Lakers vs. Suns	Lakers ML	-115 @ DraftKings	2.6%	56.1%
Hornets vs. Cavaliers	Hornets ML	+425 @ BetMGM	2.3%	21.3%

List of upcoming NBA games to bet on [12/14/2025]

• Wizards vs. Pacers (3:00PM ET, Sunday)
• Hornets vs. Cavaliers (3:30PM ET, Sunday)
• Bucks vs. Nets (6:00PM ET, Sunday)
• 76ers vs. Hawks (6:00PM ET, Sunday)
• Pelicans vs. Bulls (7:00PM ET, Sunday)
• Kings vs. Timberwolves (7:00PM ET, Sunday)
• Lakers vs. Suns (8:00PM ET, Sunday)
• Warriors vs. Trail Blazers (9:00PM ET, Sunday)

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Conclusion

Our NBA best bets are locked and loaded for December 14, 2025, featuring plays such as Hornets +11.5 and Kings +10.5. Powered by advanced simulations, these picks are here to boost your betting game.

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