NBA picks today: Thursday's best bets include Wizards vs. Pistons play [2/5/2026]

Wizards +13.5 (-105)

• Edge: 5.6%
• Probability: 56.8%
• Matchup: Wizards vs. Pistons (7:00PM ET, Thursday)

Our model has identified value on Wizards +13.5 at -105 odds. A 56.8% probability produces an edge of 5.6%, making this the strongest play for today's NBA slate.

Jazz vs. Hawks under 242.5 points (-108)

• Edge: 5.0%
• Probability: 57%
• Matchup: Jazz vs. Hawks (7:30PM ET, Thursday)

Jazz vs. Hawks under 242.5 points carries a 5.0% edge and a probability of 57% at -108 odds, according to our model.

Mavericks +6.5 (-112)

• Edge: 4.3%
• Probability: 57.2%
• Matchup: Spurs vs. Mavericks (8:30PM ET, Thursday)

Mavericks +6.5 vs. Spurs at -112 odds shows a 4.3% edge, supported by a 57.2% probability in simulations.

Bulls vs. Raptors under 226.5 points (-110)

• Edge: 4.2%
• Probability: 56.5%
• Matchup: Bulls vs. Raptors (7:30PM ET, Thursday)

A 4.2% edge and 56.5% probability make Bulls vs. Raptors under 226.5 points at a value play in the Bulls vs. Raptors matchup, per our model.

Nets +11.5 (-110)

• Edge: 2.6%
• Probability: 55%
• Matchup: Nets vs. Magic (7:00PM ET, Thursday)

Nets +11.5 at -110 odds presents a 2.6% edge, with simulations resulting in a probability of 55%.

Rockets ML (-154)

• Edge: 2.5%
• Probability: 63.1%
• Matchup: Hornets vs. Rockets (8:00PM ET, Thursday)

Our model finds value on Rockets to win at -154 odds, supported by an edge of 2.5%.

Jazz +9.5 (-108)

• Edge: 2.2%
• Probability: 54.2%
• Matchup: Jazz vs. Hawks (7:30PM ET, Thursday)

Our model has uncovered value on Jazz +9.5 at -108 odds. A 54.2% probability produces a 2.2% edge, making this a strong play for today's NBA action.

Lakers ML (-174)

• Edge: 2.1%
• Probability: 65.7%
• Matchup: 76ers vs. Lakers (10:00PM ET, Thursday)

A 2.1% edge on a 65.7% probability makes Lakers to win at -174 odds a solid value play in today's 76ers vs. Lakers matchup.

NBA best bets summary: Thursday, 2/5/2026

As of 6:05AM ET, here are our top NBA bets by edge recommended by our model:

Matchup	Bet	Odds	Edge	Probability
Wizards vs. Pistons	Wizards +13.5	-105 @ BetMGM	5.6%	56.8%
Jazz vs. Hawks	Under 242.5 Points	-108 @ FanDuel	5.0%	57%
Spurs vs. Mavericks	Mavericks +6.5	-112 @ FanDuel	4.3%	57.2%
Bulls vs. Raptors	Under 226.5 Points	-110 @ BetMGM	4.2%	56.5%
Nets vs. Magic	Nets +11.5	-110 @ BetMGM	2.6%	55%
Hornets vs. Rockets	Rockets ML	-154 @ FanDuel	2.5%	63.1%
Jazz vs. Hawks	Jazz +9.5	-108 @ DraftKings	2.2%	54.2%
76ers vs. Lakers	Lakers ML	-174 @ FanDuel	2.1%	65.7%

List of upcoming NBA games to bet on [2/5/2026]

• Wizards vs. Pistons (7:00PM ET, Thursday)
• Nets vs. Magic (7:00PM ET, Thursday)
• Jazz vs. Hawks (7:30PM ET, Thursday)
• Bulls vs. Raptors (7:30PM ET, Thursday)
• Hornets vs. Rockets (8:00PM ET, Thursday)
• Spurs vs. Mavericks (8:30PM ET, Thursday)
• 76ers vs. Lakers (10:00PM ET, Thursday)
• Warriors vs. Suns (10:00PM ET, Thursday)

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Conclusion

Our NBA best bets are locked and loaded for February 5, 2026, featuring plays such as Wizards +13.5 and under 242.5 points in the Jazz vs. Hawks matchup. Powered by advanced simulations, these picks are here to boost your betting game.

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