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NBA picks today: Thursday's best bets include Bucks vs. Thunder play [2/12/2026]
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Written by Ryan Leaver, Senior Sports and Betting Editor
Get best NBA picks today and best bets for Thursday, February 12, 2026.
Today’s NBA picks for February 12, 2026 are here, with Bucks vs. Thunder and Mavericks vs. Lakers among the top plays identified by our model across Thursday’s NBA schedule.
Dimers’ predictive analytics engine runs 24/7, scanning the latest basketball odds to unearth legitimate betting edges. The result? Data-backed picks that help Dimers Pro members make smarter decisions.
List of NBA picks tonight [2/12, updated 5:03PM ET]
Below, you’ll find today’s best basketball bets, ranked by edge for Thursday, February 12, 2026.
Bucks +11.5 (-108)
- Edge: 2.9%
- Probability: 54.8%
- Matchup: Bucks vs. Thunder (7:30PM ET, Thursday)
Our model has identified value on Bucks +11.5 at -108 odds. A 54.8% probability produces an edge of 2.9%, making this the strongest play for today's NBA slate.
Mavericks vs. Lakers under 234.5 points (-105)
- Edge: 2.3%
- Probability: 53.6%
- Matchup: Mavericks vs. Lakers (10:00PM ET, Thursday)
Mavericks vs. Lakers under 234.5 points carries a 2.3% edge and a probability of 53.6% at -105 odds, according to our model.
Jazz +7.5 (-112)
- Edge: 2.2%
- Probability: 55%
- Matchup: Trail Blazers vs. Jazz (9:00PM ET, Thursday)
Jazz +7.5 vs. Trail Blazers at -112 odds shows a 2.2% edge, supported by a 55% probability in simulations.
NBA best bets summary: Thursday, 2/12/2026
As of 5:03PM ET, here are our top NBA bets by edge recommended by our model:
| Matchup | Bet | Odds | Edge | Probability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bucks vs. Thunder | Bucks +11.5 | -108 @ DraftKings | 2.9% | 54.8% |
| Mavericks vs. Lakers | Under 234.5 Points | -105 @ BetMGM | 2.3% | 53.6% |
| Trail Blazers vs. Jazz | Jazz +7.5 | -112 @ DraftKings | 2.2% | 55% |
List of upcoming NBA games to bet on [2/12/2026]
- Bucks vs. Thunder (7:30PM ET, Thursday)
- Trail Blazers vs. Jazz (9:00PM ET, Thursday)
- Mavericks vs. Lakers (10:00PM ET, Thursday)
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Conclusion
Our NBA best bets are locked and loaded for February 12, 2026, featuring plays such as Bucks +11.5 and under 234.5 points in the Mavericks vs. Lakers matchup. Powered by advanced simulations, these picks are here to boost your betting game.
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Ryan Leaver uses advanced statistical models and simulations to predict outcomes and provide predictions for the NBA, NFL, college football, college basketball, and soccer. He offers detailed game previews, best bets, props, and futures articles.
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