NBA Betting Picks - Saturday 2 January

Last updated: Dec 20, 2023, 11:11AM | Published: Jan 1, 2021, 4:23AM

Another day in the green yesterday, with 2/3 picks hitting, as well as our fifth straight NBA pick posted on Instagram!

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Here is what the data is telling us about the bets to get down on Thursday night's NBA games ⏬

Kings @ Rockets

BEST: 💵 Rockets moneyline (-200) has a 64% probability

The Rockets pulled off a big win over the Kings on Thursday on the back of a James Harden masterclass in the final quarter. DimersBOT has them as by far the most likely winner of their second straight clash with Sacramento.

Data-led probabilities for Kings @ Rockets‍‍‍

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Raptors @ Pelicans

BEST: 💵 Raptors moneyline (-115) has a 54% probability

The Raps finally chalked up their first win of the season on Thursday night and our projections have them making it two in a row. The Pelicans haven't quite clicked under Stan van Gundy just yet and the Raps should be able to take advantage.

Data-led probabilities for Raps @ Pelicans‍‍‍‍

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Cavaliers @ Hawks

BEST: 💪 Cavaliers +7 (-110) has a 53% probability

The Cavs started the season hot before dropping their most recent two games to fall to 3-2. With the Hawks having faced the Nets twice in three days, including last night, look for Cleveland to at least keep this one close.

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Ryan Leaver has long been entrenched in the world of sports and sports betting, now specializing in the NBA, NFL, college football, college basketball, and soccer. His passion shines through in his detailed game previews, best bets, props, and futures articles for both the NBA and NFL, along with his sharp prop bets for college football and insightful best bets for college basketball. Ryan’s expertise also extends to soccer, where he frequently offers practical betting tips and highlights the bets of the day.

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