Thursday NBA Picks: 3 Expert Predictions Including Bucks vs Heat Spread

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Michael Reaves/Getty Images. Pictured: A general view of the ‘Miami Mashup’ court logo prior to the game between the Miami Heat and the Milwaukee Bucks at FTX Arena.

The best NBA picks Thursday feature three big matchups on tonight's six-game slate.

In particular, Milwaukee Bucks vs. Miami Heat is one of the NBA PRO Report's top predictions. Odds are on the move with Milwaukee's roster playing the second game of a back-to-back.

Additionally, our NBA PRO projections identified an edge on the point spread between the Oklahoma City Thunder and Philadelphia 76ers.

Not to be outdone, there's a value play on the Charlotte Hornets vs. Toronto Raptors game, which has attracted big money and action from sharp basketball bettors. And here's a hint: It's not on the point spread!


NBA odds and data as of Thursday morning.


NBA Picks for Thursday, Jan. 12

Bucks vs. Heat Prediction

7:30 p.m. ET ⋅ BSSUN

Thursday marks the first time since Oct. 2021 that Miami has been favored against Milwaukee.