NBA picks today: New Year's Day best bets include Jazz vs. Clippers play [1/1/2026]

Jazz +11.5 (-108)

• Edge: 4.0%
• Probability: 56%
• Matchup: Jazz vs. Clippers (10:30PM ET, Thursday)

Our model has identified value on Jazz +11.5 at -108 odds. A 56% probability produces an edge of 4.0%, making this the strongest play for today's NBA slate.

Nets +10.5 (-105)

• Edge: 4.0%
• Probability: 55.2%
• Matchup: Rockets vs. Nets (6:00PM ET, Thursday)

Nets +10.5 carries a 4.0% edge and a probability of 55.2% at -105 odds, according to our model.

Kings +9.5 (-105)

• Edge: 3.9%
• Probability: 55.1%
• Matchup: Celtics vs. Kings (10:00PM ET, Thursday)

Kings +9.5 vs. Celtics at -105 odds shows a 3.9% edge, supported by a 55.1% probability in simulations.

NBA best bets summary: Thursday, 1/1/2026

As of 4:01AM ET, here are our top NBA bets by edge recommended by our model:

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

• Rockets vs. Nets (6:00PM ET, Thursday)
• Heat vs. Pistons (7:00PM ET, Thursday)
• 76ers vs. Mavericks (8:30PM ET, Thursday)
• Celtics vs. Kings (10:00PM ET, Thursday)
• Jazz vs. Clippers (10:30PM ET, Thursday)

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Conclusion

Our NBA best bets are locked and loaded for January 1, 2026, featuring plays such as Jazz +11.5 and Nets +10.5. Powered by advanced simulations, these picks are here to boost your betting game.

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