NBA picks today: Friday's best bets include Grizzlies vs. Pistons play [3/13/2026]

Grizzlies +15.5 (-105)

• Edge: 6.4%
• Probability: 57.6%
• Matchup: Grizzlies vs. Pistons (7:30PM ET, Friday)

Our model has identified value on Grizzlies +15.5 at -105 odds. A 57.6% probability produces an edge of 6.4%, making this the strongest play for today's NBA slate.

Jazz +15.5 (-110)

• Edge: 5.6%
• Probability: 58%
• Matchup: Jazz vs. Trail Blazers (10:00PM ET, Friday)

Jazz +15.5 carries a 5.6% edge and a probability of 58% at -110 odds, according to our model.

Mavericks +13.5 (-108)

• Edge: 4.3%
• Probability: 56.2%
• Matchup: Cavaliers vs. Mavericks (7:30PM ET, Friday)

Mavericks +13.5 vs. Cavaliers at -108 odds shows a 4.3% edge, supported by a 56.2% probability in simulations.

Pacers +13 (-106)

• Edge: 4.2%
• Probability: 55.6%
• Matchup: Knicks vs. Pacers (7:30PM ET, Friday)

A 4.2% edge and 55.6% probability make Pacers +13 vs. Knicks at a value play in the Knicks vs. Pacers matchup, per our model.

Bulls +13.5 (-110)

• Edge: 3.1%
• Probability: 55.4%
• Matchup: Bulls vs. Clippers (10:30PM ET, Friday)

Bulls +13.5 at -110 odds presents a 3.1% edge, with simulations resulting in a probability of 55.4%.

Raptors ML (-198)

• Edge: 3.0%
• Probability: 69.5%
• Matchup: Suns vs. Raptors (7:30PM ET, Friday)

Our model finds value on Raptors to win at -198 odds, supported by an edge of 3.0%.

Grizzlies ML (+875)

• Edge: 2.9%
• Probability: 13.2%
• Matchup: Grizzlies vs. Pistons (7:30PM ET, Friday)

Our model has uncovered value on Grizzlies ML at +875 odds. A 13.2% probability produces a 2.9% edge, making this a strong play for today's NBA action.

Spurs ML (-230)

• Edge: 2.2%
• Probability: 71.9%
• Matchup: Hornets vs. Spurs (3:30PM ET, Saturday)

A 2.2% edge on a 71.9% probability makes Spurs to win at -230 odds a solid value play in today's Hornets vs. Spurs matchup.

Cavaliers vs. Mavericks under 236.5 points (-108)

• Edge: 2.1%
• Probability: 54%
• Matchup: Cavaliers vs. Mavericks (7:30PM ET, Friday)

Our model projects value on under 236.5 points at -108 odds. A 54% probability produces a 2.1% edge, making the under the favorable side in Saturday’s matchup.

NBA best bets summary: Friday, 3/13/2026

As of 4:13PM ET, here are our top NBA bets by edge recommended by our model:

Matchup	Bet	Odds	Edge	Probability
Grizzlies vs. Pistons	Grizzlies +15.5	-105 @ BetMGM	6.4%	57.6%
Jazz vs. Trail Blazers	Jazz +15.5	-110 @ BetMGM	5.6%	58%
Cavaliers vs. Mavericks	Mavericks +13.5	-108 @ DraftKings	4.3%	56.2%
Knicks vs. Pacers	Pacers +13	-106 @ FanDuel	4.2%	55.6%
Bulls vs. Clippers	Bulls +13.5	-110 @ BetMGM	3.1%	55.4%
Suns vs. Raptors	Raptors ML	-198 @ FanDuel	3.0%	69.5%
Grizzlies vs. Pistons	Grizzlies ML	+875 @ BetMGM	2.9%	13.2%
Hornets vs. Spurs	Spurs ML	-230 @ FanDuel	2.2%	71.9%
Cavaliers vs. Mavericks	Under 236.5 Points	-108 @ FanDuel	2.1%	54%

List of upcoming NBA games to bet on [3/13/2026]

• Cavaliers vs. Mavericks (7:30PM ET, Friday)
• Suns vs. Raptors (7:30PM ET, Friday)
• Knicks vs. Pacers (7:30PM ET, Friday)
• Grizzlies vs. Pistons (7:30PM ET, Friday)
• Pelicans vs. Rockets (8:00PM ET, Friday)
• Timberwolves vs. Warriors (10:00PM ET, Friday)
• Jazz vs. Trail Blazers (10:00PM ET, Friday)
• Bulls vs. Clippers (10:30PM ET, Friday)
• Hornets vs. Spurs (3:30PM ET, Saturday)

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Conclusion

Our NBA best bets are locked and loaded for March 13, 2026, featuring plays such as Grizzlies +15.5 and Jazz +15.5. Powered by advanced simulations, these picks are here to boost your betting game.

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