The NBA regular season is back in action with an excellent slate of games this Monday, with a total of six matchups on the docket scheduled for today. So, our staff of basketball betting experts dug into the latest odds and identified NBA picks for five of tonight's matchups.
Continue below for our NBA picks, odds, props, and predictions for Monday, January 12.
NBA Picks, Odds, Props, Predictions: Monday, January 12
| Game | Time (ET) | Pick |
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  | 7 p.m. | |
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  | 10 p.m. | |
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Nets vs. Mavericks
By Joe Dellera
This line is simply too low for Nets' rookie Egor Demin. He’s seen a clear uptick in usage lately, and his role continues to grow as he gains more confidence in his shot.
Demin has averaged 21.6 Points + Rebounds + Assists (14.7/3.5/3.4) over his last 10 games, while exceeding this mark in 8-of-10.
I think we are getting this at a bit of a discount because Cam Thomas is back and Demin only secured 12 PRA last night against the Grizzlies.
However, Dallas plays even faster than Memphis, and while they had limited three-pointers over the entire season, that hasn't been the case of late.
Over their last 15 games, the Mavericks are allowing the ninth-most 3-point attempts, which is where Egor makes a living.
I expect a well rounded effort from the rookie tonight.
Pick: Egor Demin Over 16.5 Points + Rebounds + Assists (-125)
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Jazz vs. Cavaliers
By Bet Labs
This NBA system focuses on games where struggling road teams face stronger home opponents in non-conference matchups, creating favorable conditions for high scoring results.
When a poor road team with a low win rate meets a winning home team, defensive effort and intensity often dip for the visitor while the home side pushes the pace and controls offensive rhythm.
Non-conference games tend to feature looser defensive schemes and unfamiliar matchups, leading to faster scoring runs and less resistance in transition.
The data shows that when totals close above the 220 range and the line movement slightly favors the Over, the market correctly anticipates offensive efficiency rather than defensive pressure.
These situations consistently produce games where both teams exceed expectations, with the stronger home team dictating tempo and the weaker visitor contributing enough to push the total past the number.
Pick: Over 250.5 (-110)
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76ers vs. Raptors
By Bet Labs
This NBA system fades home teams that are fatigued, facing visiting teams with fresher legs and fewer games recently played.
Homecourt advantage diminishes when the home team is running on fumes, particularly against an opponent whose last game was close (i.e., not a blowout win/loss), limiting motivational or emotional edge.
Pick: 76ers -3.5 (-110)
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Lakers vs. Kings
By Bet Labs
This system identifies value on the Under in division games where the total drops despite the public leaning Over (40% or less of bets).
The reverse movement of the line suggests sharp action is backing the Under.
Division familiarity often leads to tighter, lower-scoring games, enhancing the edge.
Pick: Under 226.5 (-110)
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Hornets vs. Clippers
By Bet Labs
This NBA system targets road teams positioned for outright wins when undervalued by the market during regular season play.
Teams entering a road stretch after consecutive away games often build rhythm and cohesion that sharpens their focus, especially when facing opponents with modest win streaks.
When the opponent’s previous game came against a weaker team and they enter this matchup slightly overconfident, the road team benefits from a motivational edge.
Moneyline ranges in this zone capture underdogs or small favorites that have the talent to compete but are priced at a discount due to travel fatigue or perception bias.
Historically, these teams capitalize on opponents riding short winning runs by controlling tempo and playing with higher urgency, producing profitable upsets and solid returns over time.
Pick: Hornets Moneyline (+155)
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