NBA picks today: Thursday's best bets include Cavaliers vs. 76ers play [1/15/2026]

Today’s NBA picks for January 15, 2026 are here, with Cavaliers vs. 76ers among the top plays identified by our model across Thursday’s NBA action.

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List of NBA picks tonight [1/15, updated 9:31PM ET]

Below, you’ll find today’s top 10 basketball bets, ranked by edge for Thursday, January 15, 2026.

76ers ML (-118)

• Edge: 7.1%
• Probability: 61.2%
• Matchup: Cavaliers vs. 76ers (7:00PM ET, Friday)

Our model has identified value on 76ers to defeat Cavaliers at -118 odds. A 61.2% probability produces an edge of 7.1%, making this the strongest play for today's NBA slate.

Cavaliers vs. 76ers under 237.5 points (-110)

• Edge: 6.6%
• Probability: 59%
• Matchup: Cavaliers vs. 76ers (7:00PM ET, Friday)

Cavaliers vs. 76ers under 237.5 points carries a 6.6% edge and a probability of 59% at -110 odds, according to our model.

Timberwolves ML (+142)

• Edge: 6.5%
• Probability: 47.8%
• Matchup: Timberwolves vs. Rockets (9:30PM ET, Friday)

Timberwolves ML at +142 odds shows a 6.5% edge, supported by a 47.8% probability in simulations.

Clippers -2.5 (-106)

• Edge: 4.2%
• Probability: 55.7%
• Matchup: Clippers vs. Raptors (7:30PM ET, Friday)

A 4.2% edge and 55.7% probability make Clippers -2.5 vs. Raptors at a value play in the Clippers vs. Raptors matchup, per our model.

Lakers ML (-158)

• Edge: 4.2%
• Probability: 65.4%
• Matchup: Hornets vs. Lakers (10:30PM ET, Thursday)

Lakers ML at -158 odds presents a 4.2% edge, with simulations resulting in a probability of 65.4%.

Pacers -2.5 (-105)

• Edge: 3.6%
• Probability: 54.8%
• Matchup: Pelicans vs. Pacers (7:00PM ET, Friday)

Our model finds value on Pacers -2.5 at -105 odds, supported by an edge of 3.6%.

Nets -1.5 (+100)

• Edge: 3.6%
• Probability: 53.6%
• Matchup: Bulls vs. Nets (7:30PM ET, Friday)

Our model has uncovered value on Nets -1.5 at +100 odds. A 53.6% probability produces a 3.6% edge, making this a strong play for today's NBA action.

Bulls ML (-104)

• Edge: 3.5%
• Probability: 54.5%
• Matchup: Bulls vs. Nets (7:30PM ET, Friday)

A 3.5% edge on a 54.5% probability makes Bulls to win at -104 odds a solid value play in today's Bulls vs. Nets matchup.

Pelicans vs. Pacers under 237.5 points (-110)

• Edge: 3.2%
• Probability: 55.6%
• Matchup: Pelicans vs. Pacers (7:00PM ET, Friday)

Our model projects value on under 237.5 points at -110 odds. A 55.6% probability produces a 3.2% edge, making the under the favorable side in Saturday’s matchup.

Lakers -3.5 (-105)

• Edge: 2.4%
• Probability: 53.6%
• Matchup: Hornets vs. Lakers (10:30PM ET, Thursday)

Rounding out our top 10 bets, Lakers -3.5 at -105 odds shows a 53.6% probability and a 2.4% edge.

NBA best bets summary: Thursday, 1/15/2026

As of 9:31PM ET, here are our top NBA bets by edge recommended by our model:

Matchup	Bet	Odds	Edge	Probability
Cavaliers vs. 76ers	76ers ML	-118 @ FanDuel	7.1%	61.2%
Cavaliers vs. 76ers	Under 237.5 Points	-110 @ BetMGM	6.6%	59%
Timberwolves vs. Rockets	Timberwolves ML	+142 @ FanDuel	6.5%	47.8%
Clippers vs. Raptors	Clippers -2.5	-106 @ FanDuel	4.2%	55.7%
Hornets vs. Lakers	Lakers ML	-158 @ FanDuel	4.2%	65.4%
Pelicans vs. Pacers	Pacers -2.5	-105 @ DraftKings	3.6%	54.8%
Bulls vs. Nets	Nets -1.5	+100 @ BetMGM	3.6%	53.6%
Bulls vs. Nets	Bulls ML	-104 @ FanDuel	3.5%	54.5%
Pelicans vs. Pacers	Under 237.5 Points	-110 @ FanDuel	3.2%	55.6%
Hornets vs. Lakers	Lakers -3.5	-105 @ BetMGM	2.4%	53.6%

List of upcoming NBA games to bet on [1/15/2026]

• Knicks vs. Warriors (10:00PM ET, Thursday)
• Hawks vs. Trail Blazers (10:00PM ET, Thursday)
• Hornets vs. Lakers (10:30PM ET, Thursday)
• Cavaliers vs. 76ers (7:00PM ET, Friday)
• Pelicans vs. Pacers (7:00PM ET, Friday)
• Bulls vs. Nets (7:30PM ET, Friday)
• Clippers vs. Raptors (7:30PM ET, Friday)
• Timberwolves vs. Rockets (9:30PM ET, Friday)

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Conclusion

Our NBA best bets are locked and loaded for January 15, 2026, featuring plays such as 76ers ML and under 237.5 points also in the Cavaliers vs. 76ers matchup. Powered by advanced simulations, these picks are here to boost your betting game.

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