Best bets today for all sports: Thursday's picks include Nuggets vs. Thunder NBA play [10/22/2026]

NBA: Nuggets +7.5 (+101)

• Edge: 8.0%
• Probability: 57.8%
• NBA matchup: Nuggets vs. Thunder (9:30PM ET)

Our model has identified value on Nuggets +7.5 at 50¢ odds. A 57.8% probability produces an edge of 8.0%, making this the strongest play for today's sports action.

NBA: 76ers ML (-130)

• Edge: 7.0%
• Probability: 63.5%
• NFL matchup: Cavaliers vs. 76ers (7:00PM ET)

76ers ML carries a 7.0% edge and a probability of 63.5% at 57¢ odds, according to our model.

NFL: Bears -2.5 (55¢)

• Edge: 4.8%
• Probability: 59.3%
• NFL Matchup: Patriots vs. Bears (8:15PM ET)

Bears -2.5 vs. Patriots at 55¢ odds shows a 4.8% edge, supported by a 59.3% probability in simulations.

College Football: Appalachian State +11.5 (+106)

• Edge: 4.5%
• Probability: 53%
• College Football Matchup: James Madison vs. Appalachian State (7:00PM ET)

A 4.5% edge and 53% probability makes Appalachian State +11.5 vs. James Madison a value play in the James Madison vs. Appalachian State matchup, per our model.

NHL: Ducks ML (+190)

• Edge: 4.5%
• Probability: 39%
• NHL Matchup: Ducks vs. Devils (7:00PM ET)

Ducks ML at 35¢ presents a 4.5% edge, with simulations resulting in a probability of 39%.

NHL: Kraken ML (+163)

• Edge: 4.2%
• Probability: 42.2%
• NHL Matchup: Mammoth vs. Kraken (10:00PM ET)

Our model finds value on Kraken to win at 38¢, supported by an edge of 4.2%.

NHL: Senators ML (-122)

• Edge: 4.1%
• Probability: 59.1%
• NHL Matchup: Sharks vs. Senators (7:00PM ET)

Our model has uncovered value on Sharks-Senators to finish as a tie after 90 minutes at 55¢. A 59.1% probability produces a 4.1% edge, making this a strong play for today's NHL action.

NHL: Ducks vs. Devils Under 6.5 goals (+111)

• Edge: 3.7%
• Probability: 51.2%
• NHL Matchup: Ducks vs. Devils (7:00PM ET)

A 3.7% edge on a 51.2% probability makes Under 6.5 goals at 48¢a solid value play in today's Ducks vs. Devils matchup.

NHL: Ducks +1.5 (-133)

• Edge: 3.5%
• Probability: 60.5%
• NHL Matchup: Ducks vs. Devils (7:00PM ET)

Our model projects value on Ducks +1.5 at 57¢. A 60.5% probability produces a 3.5% edge, making Ducks the favorable side in today's NHL matchup.

NHL: Senators -1.5 (+194)

• Edge: 3.4%
• Probability: 37.4%
• NHL Matchup: Sharks vs. Senators (7:00PM ET)

Rounding out our top 10 bets, Senators -1.5 at 34¢ shows a 37.4% probability and a 3.4% edge.

Best sports bets today summary: Thursday, 10/22/2026

As of 6:01PM ET, here are our top bets by edge recommended by our model:

List of upcoming events to bet on now [10/22/2026]

• NBA: Cavaliers vs. 76ers (7:00PM ET, Thursday)
• NCAAF: Liberty vs. Kennesaw State (7:00PM ET, Thursday)
• NCAAF: James Madison vs. Appalachian State (7:00PM ET, Thursday)
• NHL: Ducks vs. Devils (7:00PM ET, Thursday)
• NHL: Sharks vs. Senators (7:00PM ET, Thursday)
• NHL: Panthers vs. Penguins (7:00PM ET, Thursday)
• NHL: Predators vs. Bruins (7:00PM ET, Thursday)
• NHL: Rangers vs. Maple Leafs (7:00PM ET, Thursday)
• NCAAF: East Carolina vs. Memphis (7:30PM ET, Thursday)
• NHL: Kings vs. Islanders (7:30PM ET, Thursday)

Conclusion

Our best bets are locked and loaded for October 22, 2026, featuring plays such as Nuggets +7.5 vs. Thunder and 76ers ML. 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.