The NBA regular season is back in action with an excellent slate of games this Sunday, with a total of 10 matchups on the docket scheduled for today. So, our staff of basketball betting experts dug into the latest odds and identified NBA picks for four of today's contests.
Continue below for our NBA picks, odds, props, and predictions for Sunday, February 1.
NBA Picks, Odds, Props, Predictions: Sunday, February 1
| Game | Time (ET) | Pick |
|---|---|---|
  | 6 p.m. | |
  | 7 p.m. | |
  | 8 p.m. | |
  | 9:30 p.m. | |
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Bulls vs. Heat
Isaac Okoro is coming off one of his best games of the season, dropping 20 points in 34 minutes against Miami on Saturday.
This seems like a good sell-high spot.
Chicago was incredibly thin yesterday, leading to more playing time and a season-high 12 shots for Okoro.
The Bulls should at least get Nikola Vucevic back tonight, as he was out for rest. Coby White and Jalen Smith could also return.
If Okoro retreats to his typical 25-minute role, this number is going to be tough to reach.
In 23 games playing 20-29 minutes, Okoro has averaged 7.4 points, 2.9 rebounds, and 1.2 assists.
Pick: Isaac Okoro Under 15.5 Points, Rebounds, & Assists (-125)
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Lakers vs. Knicks
By Bet Labs
This NBA system focuses on first half moneyline opportunities where strong teams often start slow against inferior opponents.
During the regular season, underdogs with modest Pythagorean ratings face elite opponents with high win records who may be pacing themselves or conserving energy early in games.
These matchups frequently occur when the superior team is in cruise control, relying on second half adjustments rather than urgency in the opening quarters.
Meanwhile, the underdog typically plays with early intensity and effort, creating value in short term situations before talent disparity takes over.
By isolating first halves against top competition, this system leverages motivational imbalance and situational focus to identify profitable early game edges.
Pick: Lakers First Half Moneyline (+140)
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Clippers vs. Suns
By Bet Labs
This NBA 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 213.5 (-110)
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Thunder vs. Nuggets
By Bet Labs
This NBA system identifies value in conference games where favorites are struggling but still favored by the market.
When a team has recently underperformed yet remains favored, it suggests the betting line reflects long term strength rather than short term results.
These situations often create buying opportunities on quality teams that are due for positive regression after a rough stretch.
Facing familiar conference opponents adds familiarity and stability to performance expectations, while moderate spreads and balanced totals keep volatility in check.
This approach capitalizes on the overreaction to recent form, betting on strong teams to rebound once market sentiment has dipped too far against them.
Pick: Thunder -8 (-110)
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