Best bets today for all sports: Friday's picks include Alexander Zverev vs. Gabriel Diallo tennis play [1/16/2026]

Today’s best sports bets for January 16, 2026 are here, with Alexander Zverev vs. Gabriel Diallo highlighted by our model across Friday’s play.

Dimers’ predictive analytics engine runs 24/7, scanning the latest odds to uncover real betting edges. The result? Data-backed picks that help Dimers Pro members make smarter decisions.

List of best bets for today [1/16, updated 10:31PM ET]

Below, you’ll find today’s top 10 bets, ranked by edge for Friday, January 16, 2026.

Tennis: Gabriel Diallo vs. Alexander Zverev under 37.5 total games (-125)

• Edge: 11.7%
• Probability: 67.3%
• Tennis matchup: Alexander Zverev vs. Gabriel Diallo (8:40PM ET, Saturday)

Our model has identified value on under 37.5 total games in Gabriel Diallo vs. Alexander Zverev at -125 odds in their matchup at 2026 Australian Open. A 67.3% probability produces an edge of 11.7%, making this the strongest play for today's sports action.

Tennis: Alexander Zverev -5.5 (-138)

• Edge: 10.8%
• Probability: 68.8%
• Tennis matchup: Alexander Zverev vs. Gabriel Diallo (8:40PM ET, Saturday)

Also at 2026 Australian Open, Alexander Zverev -5.5 carries a 10.8% edge and a probability of 68.8% at -138 odds, according to our model.

Tennis: Francisco Comesana vs. Patrick Kypson over 40.5 total games (-112)

• Edge: 10.4%
• Probability: 63.2%
• Tennis Matchup: Patrick Kypson vs. Francisco Comesana (10:00PM ET, Saturday)

Francisco Comesana vs. Patrick Kypson over 40.5 total games at -112 odds shows a 10.4% edge, supported by a 63.2% probability in simulations of the 2026 Australian Open match.

Men's College Basketball: Kansas State +4.5 (-102)

• Edge: 8.0%
• Probability: 58.4%
• Men's College Basketball Matchup: Kansas State vs. Oklahoma State (10:00PM ET, Saturday)

An 8.0% edge and 58.4% probability make Kansas State +4.5 vs. Oklahoma State at a value play in the Kansas State vs. Oklahoma State matchup, per our model.

Men's College Basketball: Marist -8.5 (-108)

• Edge: 7.6%
• Probability: 59.5%
• Men's College Basketball Matchup: Fairfield vs. Marist (2:00PM ET, Saturday)

Marist -8.5 at -108 odds presents a 7.6% edge, with simulations resulting in a probability of 59.5%.

Men's College Basketball: Wyoming ML (-130)

• Edge: 7.1%
• Probability: 63.6%
• Men's College Basketball Matchup: Wyoming vs. Fresno State (7:00PM ET, Saturday)

Our model finds value on Wyoming to win at -130 odds, supported by an edge of 7.1%.

Men's College Basketball: Georgia State -6.5 (-102)

• Edge: 6.8%
• Probability: 57.3%
• Men's College Basketball Matchup: Georgia State vs. Louisiana-Monroe (3:30PM ET, Saturday)

Our model has uncovered value on Georgia State -6.5 at -102 odds. A 57.3% probability produces a 6.8% edge, making this a strong play for today's men's college basketball action.

Men's College Basketball: Notre Dame vs. Virginia Tech over 141.5 points (-110)

• Edge: 6.8%
• Probability: 59.2%
• Men's College Basketball Matchup: Notre Dame vs. Virginia Tech (12:00PM ET, Saturday)

A 6.8% edge on a 59.2% probability makes over 141.5 points at -110 odds a solid value play in today's Notre Dame vs. Virginia Tech matchup.

College Basketball: UC Riverside +3.5 (-108)

• Edge: 6.5%
• Probability: 58.4%
• College Basketball Matchup: Cal State Fullerton vs. UC Riverside (8:00PM ET, Saturday)

Our model projects value on UC Riverside +3.5 at -108 odds. A 58.4% probability produces a 6.5% edge, making UC Riverside the favorable side in Saturday’s college basketball matchup.

Men's College Basketball: Kansas State ML (+202)

• Edge: 6.5%
• Probability: 39.6%
• Men's College Basketball Matchup: Georgia State vs. Louisiana-Monroe (10:00PM ET, Saturday)

Rounding out our top 10 bets, Kansas State to defeat Oklahoma State at +202 odds shows a 39.6% probability and a 6.5% edge.

Best sports bets today summary: Friday, 1/16/2026

As of 10:31PM ET, here are our top bets by edge recommended by our model:

Matchup	Bet	Odds	Edge	Probability
Zverev vs. Diallo (Tennis)	Under 37.5 Total Games	-125 @ DraftKings	11.7%	67.3%
Zverev vs. Diallo (Tennis)	Alexander Zverev -5.5	-138 @ FanDuel	10.8%	68.8%
Kypson vs. Comesana (Tennis)	Over 40.5 Total Games	-112 @ FanDuel	10.4%	63.2%
Kansas State vs. Oklahoma State (Men's College Basketball)	Kansas State +4.5	-102 @ FanDuel	8.0%	58.4%
Fairfield vs. Marist (Men's College Basketball)	Marist -8.5	-108 @ DraftKings	7.6%	59.5%
Wyoming vs. Fresno State (Men's College Basketball)	Wyoming ML	-130 @ DraftKings	7.1%	63.6%
Georgia State vs. Louisiana-Monroe (Men's College Basketball)	Georgia State -6.5	-102 @ BetMGM	6.8%	57.3%
Notre Dame vs. Virginia Tech (Men's College Basketball)	Over 141.5 Points	-110 @ BetMGM	6.8%	59.2%
Cal State Fullerton vs. UC Riverside (College Basketball)	UC Riverside +3.5	-108 @ DraftKings	6.5%	58.4%
Kansas State vs. Oklahoma State (Men's College Basketball)	Kansas State ML	+202 @ FanDuel	6.5%	39.6%

List of upcoming events to bet on right now [1/16/2026]

• EPL: Manchester City vs. Manchester United (7:30AM ET, Saturday)
• La Liga: Levante vs. Real Madrid (8:00AM ET, Saturday)
• EPL: Brentford vs. Chelsea (10:00AM ET, Saturday)
• EPL: Fulham vs. Leeds (10:00AM ET, Saturday)
• EPL: Burnley vs. Liverpool (10:00AM ET, Saturday)
• EPL: Crystal Palace vs. Sunderland (10:00AM ET, Saturday)
• EPL: West Ham vs. Tottenham (10:00AM ET, Saturday)
• La Liga: Athletic Bilbao vs. Mallorca (10:15AM ET, Saturday)
• NCAAM: Virginia vs. SMU (12:00PM ET, Saturday)
• NCAAM: Kentucky vs. Tennessee (12:00PM ET, Saturday)

Meet Dimebot, Dimers’ AI assistant

See how you can use Dimebot to ask questions, clarify data, and streamline your betting research.

Conclusion

Our best bets are locked and loaded for January 16, 2026, featuring plays such as under 37.5 total games in the Alexander Zverev vs. Gabriel Diallo matchup and Alexander Zverev -5.5. Powered by advanced simulations, these picks are here to boost your betting game.

This article, enhanced by AI and automation, aims to deliver accurate insights quickly, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are based on current data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.

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

Note: Clicking links to our sportsbook partners may earn us a referral fee. Learn about how we review products and services.