The NBA regular season is back in full swing with another solid slate of games this Sunday, with a total of six matchups on the docket scheduled for today, featuring two excellent early afternoon games, as 76ers vs. Thunder and Warriors vs. Raptors take center stage at 3:30 p.m. ET, followed by two games at 6:00 p.m. and another one at 9:00 p.m., before closing with Kings vs. Lakers at 9:30 p.m. ET.
Our staff of basketball betting experts dug into the latest odds and identified NBA picks for five of today's matchups.
Continue below for our NBA picks, odds, props, and predictions for Sunday, December 28.
NBA Picks, Odds, Props, Predictions: Sunday, December 28
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  | 3:30 p.m. | |
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  | 6 p.m. | |
  | 9 p.m. | |
  | 9:30 p.m. | |
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Warriors vs. Raptors
By Bet Labs
Our Bet Labs system recommends the over as the pick for today's matchup between Golden State and Toronto.
Warriors' games have surpassed 224.5 total points in four of the last six, while the Raptors are coming off a 138-117 loss to the Wizards.
Also, since 2022, five of the last six matchups between these teams have finished with a total score of 225 points or more.
The Contrarian Overs, Good Road Teams system in NBA totals betting is built on the idea that strong traveling teams can drive pace and scoring in matchups where the market leans too heavily toward the under.
By focusing on regular-season games outside of division play, the system avoids slower rivalry environments and taps into contests that tend to be more open and less physical.
It targets overs specifically when the betting public and money trends show a clear lean toward the under, creating a contrarian opportunity where expectations are suppressed but conditions for scoring remain strong.
The away team must be early enough in its season to still carry energy and identity, and it must also be coming off a decisive win, a signal that its offense and confidence are functioning at a high level.
When these elements align, strong road teams often set the tone, push pace, and elevate scoring beyond market expectations, making the over more attractive precisely when it is being overlooked.
Pick: Over 224.5 (-110)
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76ers vs. Thunder
By Action PRO
PRO projects 76ers guard VJ Edgecombe for 16.41 points tonight, an excellent 21.8% edge against the market when compared to his 13.5 line.
Although he just scored 10 points in his last game, Edgecombe went over this line in the previous five contests.
The 76ers will be without Joel Embiid today due to a right ankle sprain, which will increase Edgecombe's opportunities in Philly's offense.
Trendon Watford and Kelly Oubre Jr. are also ruled out, and the 76ers will wait on Paul George, who is dealing with left knee issues.
Even though the OKC defense is the best in the NBA, Edgecombe is averaging 17.0 points in his last 10 games, scoring 20 or more in four of his past five.
Back him today to go over this line against the Thunder.
Pick: VJ Edgecombe Over 13.5 Points (-117)
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Celtics vs. Trail Blazers
By Joe Dellera
The Boston Celtics face off against the Portland Trail Blazers on Sunday evening, and I’ll be targeting Derrick White.
The Celtics guard has dramatically improved from his slow start to the season, and in December, he is averaging 22.8 points per game, while his shooting splits have climbed to 45.7/41.4/88.9, which is much more aligned with his recent averages with Boston.
The Blazers do a decent job of limiting 3s; however, they are at the bottom of the league in defending PnR Ball Handlers, an area where White thrives.
White has cleared this line in 9/13 games in December, and I expect him to take care of business again.
Pick: Derrick White Over 18.5 Points (-115)
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Pistons vs. Clippers
By Action PRO
PRO projects Pistons guard Cade Cunningham for 24.74 points tonight, a nice 19% edge against the market when compared to his 27.5 line.
While the Clippers season has been terrible so far, their defense is not, as they rank 13th in points allowed per game with 115.3.
Cunningham has averaged 23.3 points in his last 10 games, and even though he is coming off a 29-point performance against the Jazz, the worst defense in the NBA, this line against Los Angeles seems high.
The Pistons star has only four games with 24 or more points in 11 contests in December. Also, if Detroit builds a comfortable margin, he will probably get some rest in the 4th quarter.
Fade him today on his points line against the Clippers.
Pick: Cade Cunningham Under 27.5 Points (-112)
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Kings vs. Lakers
By Bet Labs
Our Bet Labs 'Reverse Line Movement Unders 'system recommends the under 231.5 as the pick for today's matchup between Sacramento and Los Angeles. Kings' games have trended under in many recent outings amid their offensive struggles and heavy injuries, while the Lakers are coming off a low-scoring 119-96 loss to Houston on Christmas Day.
Also, as Pacific Division rivals, recent head-to-heads have often featured tighter defense and lower totals due to familiarity. Guard Austin Reaves (calf strain) and Gabe Vincent (back) are ruled out for the Lakers, with Jaxson Hayes (ankle) doubtful.
The Kings are without center Domantas Sabonis (knee), forward Keegan Murray (calf), guard Zach LaVine (ankle), and others, severely limiting their scoring punch.
This system identifies value on under bets in division games when 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. With both teams heavily injured—Sacramento missing multiple starters and struggling offensively (27th in PPG), and the Lakers short-handed in the backcourt—the pace is likely to slow significantly in this Pacific Division clash.
The Kings are on the second night of a back-to-back after a gritty win over Dallas, adding fatigue, while the Lakers' recent blowout loss featured defensive lapses but limited opponent efficiency in transition. When sharp money pushes the total down against public over lean, combined with divisional grind and depleted rotations forcing half-court play, the under becomes a strong contrarian spot as scoring stays suppressed below expectations.
Pick: Under 231.5 (-110)
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