NBA picks today: Tuesday's best bets include Cavaliers vs. Hornets play [1/20/2026]

Today’s NBA picks for January 20, 2026 are here, with Cavaliers vs. Hornets and Heat vs. Kings among the top plays identified by our model across Tuesday’s NBA play.

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List of NBA picks tonight [1/20, updated 9:36PM ET]

Below, you’ll find today’s top 10 basketball bets, ranked by edge for Tuesday, January 20, 2026.

Cavaliers ML (-142)

• Edge: 7.9%
• Probability: 66.5%
• Matchup: Cavaliers vs. Hornets (7:00PM ET, Wednesday)

Our model has identified value on Cavaliers to defeat Hornets at -142 odds. A 66.5% probability produces an edge of 7.9%, making this the strongest play for today's NBA slate.

Heat vs. Kings under 238.5 points (-110)

• Edge: 6.1%
• Probability: 58.5%
• Matchup: Heat vs. Kings (10:00PM ET, Tuesday)

Heat vs. Kings under 238.5 points carries a 6.1% edge and a probability of 58.5% at -110 odds, according to our model.

Pelicans ML (+300)

• Edge: 5.3%
• Probability: 30.3%
• Matchup: Pistons vs. Pelicans (8:00PM ET, Wednesday)

Pelicans ML at +300 odds shows a 5.3% edge, supported by a 30.3% probability in simulations.

Pacers ML (+380)

• Edge: 5.3%
• Probability: 26.1%
• Matchup: Pacers vs. Celtics (7:30PM ET, Wednesday)

A 5.3% edge and 26.1% probability make Pacers at the moneyline at a value play in the Pacers vs. Celtics matchup, per our model.

Bucks ML (+320)

• Edge: 3.0%
• Probability: 26.8%
• Matchup: Thunder vs. Bucks (9:30PM ET, Wednesday)

Bucks ML at +320 odds presents a 3.0% edge, with simulations resulting in a probability of 26.8%.

Cavaliers vs. Hornets under 236.5 points (-108)

• Edge: 2.7%
• Probability: 54.6%
• Matchup: Cavaliers vs. Hornets (7:00PM ET, Wednesday)

Our model finds value on under 236.5 points in Cavaliers vs. Hornets at -108 odds, supported by an edge of 2.7%.

Hawks vs. Grizzlies under 237.5 points (-110)

• Edge: 2.7%
• Probability: 55%
• Matchup: Hawks vs. Grizzlies (8:00PM ET, Wednesday)

Our model has uncovered value on Hawks vs. Grizzlies under 237.5 points at -110 odds. A 55% probability produces a 2.7% edge, making this a strong play for today's NBA action.

Thunder vs. Bucks under 226.5 points (-110)

• Edge: 2.6%
• Probability: 55%
• Matchup: Thunder vs. Bucks (9:30PM ET, Wednesday)

A 2.6% edge on a 55% probability makes under 226.5 points at -110 odds a solid value play in today's Thunder vs. Bucks matchup.

Heat ML (-180)

• Edge: 2.5%
• Probability: 66.7%
• Matchup: Heat vs. Kings (10:00PM ET, Tuesday)

Our model projects value on Heat to win at -180 odds. A 66.7% probability produces a 2.5% edge, making Heat the favorable ML play in Saturday’s matchup.

Pistons vs. Pelicans under 232.5 points (-105)

• Edge: 2.3%
• Probability: 53.5%
• Matchup: Pistons vs. Pelicans (8:00PM ET, Wednesday)

Rounding out our top 10 bets, Pistons vs. Pelicans under 232.5 points at -105 odds shows a 53.5% probability and a 2.3% edge.

NBA best bets summary: Tuesday, 1/20/2026

As of 9:36PM ET, here are our top NBA bets by edge recommended by our model:

Matchup	Bet	Odds	Edge	Probability
Cavaliers vs. Hornets	Cavaliers ML	-142 @ DraftKings	7.9%	66.5%
Heat vs. Kings	Under 238.5 Points	-110 @ BetMGM	6.1%	58.5%
Pistons vs. Pelicans	Pelicans ML	+300 @ FanDuel	5.3%	30.3%
Pacers vs. Celtics	Pacers ML	+380 @ FanDuel	5.3%	26.1%
Thunder vs. Bucks	Bucks ML	+320 @ FanDuel	3.0%	26.8%
Cavaliers vs. Hornets	Under 236.5 Points	-108 @ FanDuel	2.7%	54.6%
Hawks vs. Grizzlies	Under 237.5 Points	-110 @ BetMGM	2.7%	55%
Thunder vs. Bucks	Under 226.5 Points	-110 @ BetMGM	2.6%	55%
Heat vs. Kings	Heat ML	-180 @ DraftKings	2.5%	66.7%
Pistons vs. Pelicans	Under 232.5 Points	-105 @ BetMGM	2.3%	53.5%

List of upcoming NBA games to bet on [1/20/2026]

• Heat vs. Kings (10:00PM ET, Tuesday)
• Raptors vs. Warriors (10:00PM ET, Tuesday)
• Lakers vs. Nuggets (10:00PM ET, Tuesday)
• Cavaliers vs. Hornets (7:00PM ET, Wednesday)
• Pacers vs. Celtics (7:30PM ET, Wednesday)
• Nets vs. Knicks (7:30PM ET, Wednesday)
• Hawks vs. Grizzlies (8:00PM ET, Wednesday)
• Pistons vs. Pelicans (8:00PM ET, Wednesday)
• Thunder vs. Bucks (9:30PM ET, Wednesday)

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Conclusion

Our NBA best bets are locked and loaded for January 20, 2026, featuring plays such as Cavaliers ML and under 238.5 points in the Heat vs. Kings matchup. Powered by advanced simulations, these picks are here to boost your betting game.

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