NBA picks today: Friday's best bets include Celtics vs. Grizzlies play [3/20/2026]

Today’s NBA picks for March 20, 2026 are here, with Celtics vs. Grizzlies and Trail Blazers vs. Timberwolves among the top plays identified by our model across Friday’s NBA schedule.

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List of NBA picks tonight [3/20, updated 7:45PM ET]

Below, you’ll find today’s best basketball bets, ranked by edge for Friday, March 20, 2026.

Grizzlies +15.5 (-110)

• Edge: 3.6%
• Probability: 56%
• Matchup: Celtics vs. Grizzlies (8:00PM ET, Friday)

Our model has identified value on Grizzlies +15.5 at -110 odds. A 56% probability produces an edge of 3.6%, making this the strongest play for today's NBA slate.

Timberwolves ML (-115)

• Edge: 2.3%
• Probability: 57.6%
• Matchup: Trail Blazers vs. Timberwolves (8:00PM ET, Friday)

Timberwolves ML carries a 2.3% edge and a probability of 57.6% at -115 odds, according to our model.

Timberwolves -1.5 (+100)

• Edge: 2.0%
• Probability: 52%
• Matchup: Trail Blazers vs. Timberwolves (8:00PM ET, Friday)

Timberwolves -1.5 vs. Trail Blazers at +100 odds shows a 2.0% edge, supported by a 52% probability in simulations.

NBA best bets summary: Friday, 3/20/2026

As of 7:45PM ET, here are our top NBA bets by edge recommended by our model:

Matchup	Bet	Odds	Edge	Probability
Celtics vs. Grizzlies	Grizzlies +15.5	-110 @ BetMGM	3.6%	56%
Trail Blazers vs. Timberwolves	Timberwolves ML	-115 @ BetMGM	2.3%	57.6%
Trail Blazers vs. Timberwolves	Timberwolves -1.5	+100 @ BetMGM	2.0%	52%

List of upcoming NBA games to bet on [3/20/2026]

• Hawks vs. Rockets (8:00PM ET, Friday)
• Trail Blazers vs. Timberwolves (8:00PM ET, Friday)
• Celtics vs. Grizzlies (8:00PM ET, Friday)
• Raptors vs. Nuggets (9:00PM ET, Friday)
• Lakers vs. Magic (7:00PM ET, Saturday)
• Cavaliers vs. Pelicans (7:00PM ET, Saturday)

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Conclusion

Our NBA best bets are locked and loaded for March 20, 2026, featuring plays such as Grizzlies +15.5 and Timberwolves ML. Powered by advanced simulations, these picks are here to boost your betting game.

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