NBA picks today: Thursday's best bets include Jazz vs. Rockets play [4/2/2026]

Today’s NBA picks for April 02, 2026 are here, with Jazz vs. Rockets and Bulls vs. Knicks among the top plays identified by our model across Thursday’s NBA schedule.

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List of NBA picks tonight [4/2, updated 9:32PM ET]

Below, you’ll find today’s top 10 basketball bets, ranked by edge for Thursday, April 2, 2026.

Jazz +17.5 (-110)

• Edge: 5.8%
• Probability: 58.2%
• Matchup: Jazz vs. Rockets (8:00PM ET, Friday)

Our model has identified value on Jazz +17.5 at -110 odds. A 58.2% probability produces an edge of 5.8%, making this the strongest play for today's NBA slate.

Bulls +15.5 (-110)

• Edge: 5.7%
• Probability: 58.1%
• Matchup: Bulls vs. Knicks (7:30PM ET, Friday)

Bulls +15.5 carries a 5.7% edge and a probability of 58.1% at -110 odds, according to our model.

Nets +15.5 (-105)

• Edge: 5.3%
• Probability: 56.6%
• Matchup: Hawks vs. Nets (7:30PM ET, Friday)

Nets +15.5 vs. Hawks at -105 odds shows a 5.3% edge, supported by a 56.6% probability in simulations.

Bucks +17.5 (-110)

• Edge: 5.1%
• Probability: 57.4%
• Matchup: Celtics vs. Bucks (8:00PM ET, Friday)

A 5.1% edge and 57.4% probability make Bucks +17.5 vs. Celtics at a value play in the Celtics vs. Bucks matchup, per our model.

Pacers +14.5 (-108)

• Edge: 4.0%
• Probability: 56%
• Matchup: Pacers vs. Hornets (7:00PM ET, Friday)

Pacers +14.5 at -108 odds presents a 4.0% edge, with simulations resulting in a probability of 56%.

Grizzlies +12.5 (-105)

• Edge: 3.3%
• Probability: 54.5%
• Matchup: Raptors vs. Grizzlies (8:00PM ET, Friday)

Our model finds value on Grizzlies +12.5 at -105 odds, supported by an edge of 3.3%.

Bulls ML (+870)

• Edge: 3.1%
• Probability: 13.4%
• Matchup: Bulls vs. Knicks (7:30PM ET, Friday)

Our model has uncovered value on Bulls ML at +870 odds. A 13.4% probability produces a 3.1% edge, making this a strong play for today's NBA action.

Clippers ML (-130)

• Edge: 2.5%
• Probability: 59%
• Matchup: Spurs vs. Clippers (10:30PM ET, Thursday)

A 2.5% edge on a 59% probability makes Clippers to win at -130 odds a solid value play in today's Spurs vs. Clippers matchup.

Mavericks +7.5 (-105)

• Edge: 2.2%
• Probability: 53.4%
• Matchup: Magic vs. Mavericks (8:30PM ET, Friday)

Our model projects value on Mavericks +7.5 at -105 odds. A 53.4% probability produces a 2.2% edge, making Mavericks the favorable side in Saturday’s matchup.

Nets ML (+850)

• Edge: 2.1%
• Probability: 12.7%
• Matchup: Hawks vs. Nets (7:30PM ET, Friday)

Rounding out our top 10 bets, Nets to defeat Hawks at +850 odds shows a 12.7% probability and a 2.1% edge.

NBA best bets summary: Thursday, 4/2/2026

As of 9:32PM ET, here are our top NBA bets by edge recommended by our model:

List of upcoming NBA games to bet on [4/2/2026]

• Cavaliers vs. Warriors (10:00PM ET, Thursday)
• Pelicans vs. Trail Blazers (10:00PM ET, Thursday)
• Spurs vs. Clippers (10:30PM ET, Thursday)
• Timberwolves vs. 76ers (7:00PM ET, Friday)
• Pacers vs. Hornets (7:00PM ET, Friday)
• Bulls vs. Knicks (7:30PM ET, Friday)
• Hawks vs. Nets (7:30PM ET, Friday)
• Raptors vs. Grizzlies (8:00PM ET, Friday)
• Celtics vs. Bucks (8:00PM ET, Friday)
• Jazz vs. Rockets (8:00PM ET, Friday)
• Magic vs. Mavericks (8:30PM ET, Friday)

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Conclusion

Our NBA best bets are locked and loaded for April 2, 2026, featuring plays such as Jazz +17.5 and Bulls +15.5. Powered by advanced simulations, these picks are here to boost your betting game.

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