NBA picks today: Monday's best bets include Cavaliers vs. Nuggets play [2/9/2026]

Nuggets -1.5 (-102)

• Edge: 4.4%
• Probability: 54.9%
• Matchup: Cavaliers vs. Nuggets (9:00PM ET, Monday)

Our model has identified value on Nuggets -1.5 at -102 odds. A 54.9% probability produces an edge of 4.4%, making this the strongest play for today's NBA slate.

Bucks +9.5 (-102)

• Edge: 3.9%
• Probability: 54.4%
• Matchup: Bucks vs. Magic (7:30PM ET, Monday)

Bucks +9.5 carries a 3.9% edge and a probability of 54.4% at -102 odds, according to our model.

Cavaliers vs. Nuggets over 239.5 points (-110)

• Edge: 2.9%
• Probability: 55.2%
• Matchup: Cavaliers vs. Nuggets (9:00PM ET, Monday)

Cavaliers vs. Nuggets over 239.5 points at -110 odds shows a 2.9% edge, supported by a 55.2% probability in simulations.

Nuggets ML (-110)

• Edge: 2.8%
• Probability: 55.2%
• Matchup: Cavaliers vs. Nuggets (9:00PM ET, Monday)

A 2.8% edge and 55.2% probability make Nuggets at the moneyline at a value play in the Cavaliers vs. Nuggets matchup, per our model.

76ers ML (-142)

• Edge: 2.4%
• Probability: 59.5%
• Matchup: 76ers vs. Trail Blazers (10:00PM ET, Monday)

76ers ML at -142 odds presents a 2.4% edge, with simulations resulting in a probability of 59.5%.

Pistons ML (-142)

• Edge: 2.1%
• Probability: 60.3%
• Matchup: Pistons vs. Hornets (7:00PM ET, Monday)

Our model finds value on Pistons to win at -142 odds, supported by an edge of 2.1%.

Hawks +8.5 (-106)

• Edge: 2.1%
• Probability: 53.5%
• Matchup: Hawks vs. Timberwolves (8:00PM ET, Monday)

Our model has uncovered value on Hawks +8.5 at -106 odds. A 53.5% probability produces a 2.1% edge, making this a strong play for today's NBA action.

NBA best bets summary: Monday, 2/9/2026

As of 5:45PM ET, here are our top NBA bets by edge recommended by our model:

Matchup	Bet	Odds	Edge	Probability
Cavaliers vs. Nuggets	Nuggets -1.5	-102 @ BetMGM	4.4%	54.9%
Bucks vs. Magic	Bucks +9.5	-102 @ BetMGM	3.9%	54.4%
Cavaliers vs. Nuggets	Over 239.5 Points	-110 @ BetMGM	2.9%	55.2%
Cavaliers vs. Nuggets	Nuggets ML	-110 @ BetMGM	2.8%	55.2%
76ers vs. Trail Blazers	76ers ML	-142 @ DraftKings	2.4%	59.5%
Pistons vs. Hornets	Pistons ML	-142 @ DraftKings	2.1%	60.3%
Hawks vs. Timberwolves	Hawks +8.5	-106 @ FanDuel	2.1%	53.5%

List of upcoming NBA games to bet on [2/9/2026]

• Pistons vs. Hornets (7:00PM ET, Monday)
• Bulls vs. Nets (7:30PM ET, Monday)
• Jazz vs. Heat (7:30PM ET, Monday)
• Bucks vs. Magic (7:30PM ET, Monday)
• Kings vs. Pelicans (8:00PM ET, Monday)
• Hawks vs. Timberwolves (8:00PM ET, Monday)
• Cavaliers vs. Nuggets (9:00PM ET, Monday)
• Grizzlies vs. Warriors (10:00PM ET, Monday)
• Thunder vs. Lakers (10:00PM ET, Monday)
• 76ers vs. Trail Blazers (10:00PM ET, Monday)

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Conclusion

Our NBA best bets are locked and loaded for February 9, 2026, featuring plays such as Nuggets -1.5 and Bucks +9.5. Powered by advanced simulations, these picks are here to boost your betting game.

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