NBA picks today: Wednesday's best bets include Knicks vs. Bulls play [10/28/2026]

Bulls +6.5 (+104)

• Edge: 6.3%
• Probability: 55.3%
• Matchup: Knicks vs. Bulls (8:00PM ET)

Our model has identified value on Bulls +6.5 at 49¢ odds. A 55.3% probability produces an edge of 6.3%, making this the strongest play for today's NBA slate.

Wizards +9.5 (+100)

• Edge: 5.0%
• Probability: 55%
• Matchup: Wizards vs. Cavaliers (7:00PM ET)

Wizards +9.5 carries a 5.0% edge and a probability of 55% at 50¢ odds, according to our model.

Heat vs. Hawks Under 240.5 points (48¢)

• Edge: 4.7%
• Probability: 52.8%
• Matchup: Heat vs. Hawks (7:00PM ET)

Heat vs. Hawks Under 240.5 points at 48¢ odds shows a 4.7% edge, supported by a 52.8% probability in simulations.

Thunder ML (-205)

• Edge: 4.7%
• Probability: 71.9%
• Matchup: Thunder vs. Mavericks (9:30PM ET)

A 4.7% edge and 71.9% probability makes Thunder at the moneyline a value play in the Thunder vs. Mavericks matchup, per our model.

Hawks ML (-141)

• Edge: 4.2%
• Probability: 62.7%
• Matchup: Heat vs. Hawks (7:00PM ET)

Hawks ML at 59¢ presents a 4.2% edge, with simulations resulting in a probability of 62.7%.

Lakers ML (-190)

• Edge: 4.2%
• Probability: 69.7%
• Matchup: Lakers vs. Clippers (10:30PM ET)

Our model finds value on Lakers to win at 66¢, supported by an edge of 4.2%.

Nuggets vs. Pelicans Under 239.5 points (+113)

• Edge: 4.2%
• Probability: 51.1%
• Matchup: Nuggets vs. Pelicans (8:00PM ET)

Our model has uncovered value on Nuggets vs. Pelicans Under 239.5 points at 47¢. A 51.1% probability produces a 4.2% edge, making this a strong play for today's NBA action.

Wizards vs. Cavaliers Under 238.5 points (+100)

• Edge: 4.0%
• Probability: 54%
• Matchup: Wizards vs. Cavaliers (7:00PM ET)

A 4.0% edge on a 54% probability makes Under 238.5 points at 50¢a solid value play in today's Wizards vs. Cavaliers matchup.

Magic +4.5 (-102)

• Edge: 4.0%
• Probability: 54.5%
• Matchup: Magic vs. Raptors (7:30PM ET)

Our model projects value on Magic +4.5 at 50¢. A 54.5% probability produces a 4.0% edge, making Magic the favorable side in today's matchup.

Timberwolves ML (-144)

• Edge: 3.9%
• Probability: 62.9%
• Matchup: Warriors vs. Timberwolves (8:00PM ET)

Rounding out our top 10 bets, Timberwolves to defeat Warriors at 59¢ shows a 62.9% probability and a 3.9% edge.

NBA best bets summary: Wednesday, 10/28/2026

As of 2:02AM ET, here are our top NBA bets by edge recommended by our model:

List of upcoming NBA games to bet on [10/28/2026]

• 76ers vs. Pacers (7:00PM ET, Wednesday)
• Wizards vs. Cavaliers (7:00PM ET, Wednesday)
• Heat vs. Hawks (7:00PM ET, Wednesday)
• Hornets vs. Pistons (7:00PM ET, Wednesday)
• Magic vs. Raptors (7:30PM ET, Wednesday)
• Warriors vs. Timberwolves (8:00PM ET, Wednesday)
• Rockets vs. Bucks (8:00PM ET, Wednesday)
• Nuggets vs. Pelicans (8:00PM ET, Wednesday)
• Knicks vs. Bulls (8:00PM ET, Wednesday)
• Spurs vs. Jazz (9:00PM ET, Wednesday)
• Thunder vs. Mavericks (9:30PM ET, Wednesday)
• Lakers vs. Clippers (10:30PM ET, Wednesday)

Conclusion

Our NBA best bets are locked and loaded for October 28, 2026, featuring plays such as Bulls +6.5 vs. Knicks and Wizards +9.5. Powered by advanced simulations, these picks are here to boost your betting game.

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All odds and probabilities in this article are correct and accurate at the time of publication.