The NBA regular season is back in action with an excellent slate of games this Tuesday, with a total of seven 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 Tuesday, January 20.
NBA Picks, Odds, Props, Predictions: Tuesday, January 20
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Spurs vs. Rockets
By Kyle Murray
Steven Adams is out for this game, but I don't think that automatically translates to more minutes for Clint Capela.
The Rockets could easily opt to give Alperen Sengun more minutes at the center positions, as he matches up better against Victor Wembanyama anyways.
As a result, I project Capela for just 6.2 points + rebounds in 10 minutes tonight.
Pick: Clint Capela Under 9.5 Points & Rebounds (+100)
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Timberwolves vs. Jazz
By Joe Dellera
Anthony Edwards is going to go off today.
There’s a 100% chance I was going to bet this after getting snubbed from the All-Star game starting lineup.
The Wolves face off in an elite pace-up spot against the Jazz tonight. They have also been continually destroyed defensively, and they may have tired legs with this being their second game in as many days.
Edwards has already scored 35 and 37 against Utah this season, and has scored 30+ points in eight straight against them. So, I’ll absolutely back Ant today.
Pick: Anthony Edwards 30+ Points (-122)
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Raptors vs. Warriors
By Bet Labs
This NBA system focuses on regular season situations where visiting underdogs are primed for a rebound after failing to cover the spread in their previous game.
These teams often show stronger effort and tighter execution following a poor performance, particularly when facing opponents coming off strong ATS wins who may enter overconfident or slightly overvalued by the market.
The travel factor adds to the motivation, as underdogs on the road tend to play with urgency and discipline to stay competitive.
By isolating games where perception favors the home team and the spread is wide enough to allow value, this system captures bounce-back opportunities where public sentiment skews the line, rewarding disciplined bettors who back undervalued road 'dogs in resilient spots.
Pick: Raptors +3.5 (-110)
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Heat vs. Kings
By Bet Labs
This NBA system targets 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: Kings First Half Moneyline (+115)
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Lakers vs. Nuggets
By Bet Labs
This NBA totals betting system 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 228.5 (-110)
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