Best bets today for all sports: Thursday's picks include Sky vs. Mystics WNBA play [9/24/2026]

WNBA: Sky +13.5 (-104)

• Edge: 14.8%
• Probability: 65.8%
• WNBA matchup: Sky vs. Mystics (7:30PM ET)

Our model has identified value on Sky +13.5 at 51¢ odds. A 65.8% probability produces an edge of 14.8%, making this the strongest play for today's sports action.

MLB: Rays vs. Yankees Over 6.5 runs (+117)

• Edge: 9.8%
• Probability: 55.8%
• WNBA matchup: Rays vs. Yankees (7:05PM ET)

Rays vs. Yankees over 6.5 runs carries a 9.8% edge and a probability of 55.8% at 46¢ odds, according to our model.

WNBA: Valkyries vs. Sparks Over 158.5 points (-102)

• Edge: 8.6%
• Probability: 59.1%
• WNBA Matchup: Valkyries vs. Sparks (10:00PM ET)

Valkyries vs. Sparks Over 158.5 points at 50¢ odds shows a 8.6% edge, supported by a 59.1% probability in simulations.

MLB: Diamondbacks vs. Rockies over 10.5 runs (+115)

• Edge: 7.8%
• Probability: 54.3%
• MLB Matchup: Diamondbacks vs. Rockies (3:10PM ET)

A 7.8% edge and 54.3% probability make Diamondbacks vs. Rockies over 10.5 runs a value play in the Diamondbacks vs. Rockies matchup, per our model.

WNBA: Valkyries -11.5 (+104)

• Edge: 7.6%
• Probability: 56.6%
• WNBA Matchup: Valkyries vs. Sparks (10:00PM ET)

Valkyries -11.5 at 49¢ presents a 7.6% edge, with simulations resulting in a probability of 56.6%.

MLB: Reds vs. Braves Over 7.5 runs (-104)

• Edge: 6.8%
• Probability: 57.7%
• MLB Matchup: Reds vs. Braves (7:15PM ET)

Our model finds value on Over 7.5 runs in Reds vs. Braves at 51¢, supported by an edge of 6.8%.

WNBA: Sky ML (+669)

• Edge: 6.4%
• Probability: 19.4%
• WNBA Matchup: Sky vs. Mystics (7:30PM ET)

Our model has uncovered value on Sky-Mystics to finish as a tie after 90 minutes at 13¢. A 19.4% probability produces a 6.4% edge, making this a strong play for today's WNBA action.

MLB: Mets vs. Rangers Over 8.5 runs (+106)

• Edge: 6.2%
• Probability: 54.8%
• MLB Matchup: Mets vs. Rangers (2:35PM ET)

A 6.2% edge on a 54.8% probability makes Over 8.5 runs at 49¢a solid value play in today's Mets vs. Rangers matchup.

WNBA: Valkyries ML (-488)

• Edge: 6.1%
• Probability: 89.1%
• WNBA Matchup: Valkyries vs. Sparks (10:00PM ET)

Our model projects value on Valkyries to win at 83¢. A 89.1% probability produces a 6.1% edge, making Valkyries the favorable ML play in today's WNBA matchup.

WNBA: Mercury +9.5 (+113)

• Edge: 6.1%
• Probability: 53.1%
• WNBA Matchup: Aces vs. Mercury (10:00PM ET)

Rounding out our top 10 bets, Mercury +9.5 at 47¢ shows a 53.1% probability and a 6.1% edge.

Best sports bets today summary: Thursday, 9/24/2026

As of 12:03PM ET, here are our top bets by edge recommended by our model:

List of upcoming matchups to bet on right now [9/24/2026]

• MLB: Cardinals vs. Pirates (12:35PM ET, Thursday)
• MLB: White Sox vs. Royals (2:10PM ET, Thursday)
• MLB: Marlins vs. Cubs (2:20PM ET, Thursday)
• MLB: Mets vs. Rangers (2:35PM ET, Thursday)
• MLB: D-Backs vs. Rockies (3:10PM ET, Thursday)
• MLB: Brewers vs. Phillies (6:05PM ET, Thursday)
• MLB: Guardians vs. Red Sox (6:45PM ET, Thursday)
• WNBA: Tempo vs. Sun (7:00PM ET, Thursday)
• MLB: Rays vs. Yankees (7:05PM ET, Thursday)
• MLB: Reds vs. Braves (7:15PM ET, Thursday)

Conclusion

Our best bets are locked and loaded for September 24, 2026, featuring plays such as Sky +13.5 vs. Mystics and over 6.5 runs in the Rays vs. Yankees matchup. 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.