NBA picks today: Tuesday's best bets include Kings vs. Hornets play [3/24/2026]

Today’s NBA picks for March 24, 2026 are here, with Kings vs. Hornets and Pelicans vs. Knicks among the top plays identified by our model across Tuesday’s NBA play.

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List of NBA picks tonight [3/24, updated 5:32AM ET]

Below, you’ll find today’s best basketball bets, ranked by edge for Tuesday, March 24, 2026.

Kings +17 (-110)

• Edge: 6.1%
• Probability: 58.4%
• Matchup: Kings vs. Hornets (7:00PM ET, Tuesday)

Our model has identified value on Kings +17 at -110 odds. A 58.4% probability produces an edge of 6.1%, making this the strongest play for today's NBA slate.

Pelicans +8.5 (-110)

• Edge: 2.7%
• Probability: 55.1%
• Matchup: Pelicans vs. Knicks (7:30PM ET, Tuesday)

Pelicans +8.5 carries a 2.7% edge and a probability of 55.1% at -110 odds, according to our model.

Magic +10 (-106)

• Edge: 2.4%
• Probability: 53.9%
• Matchup: Magic vs. Cavaliers (8:00PM ET, Tuesday)

Magic +10 vs. Cavaliers at -106 odds shows a 2.4% edge, supported by a 53.9% probability in simulations.

Pelicans ML (+310)

• Edge: 2.3%
• Probability: 26.7%
• Matchup: Pelicans vs. Knicks (7:30PM ET, Tuesday)

A 2.3% edge and 26.7% probability make Pelicans at the moneyline at a value play in the Pelicans vs. Knicks matchup, per our model.

NBA best bets summary: Tuesday, 3/24/2026

As of 5:32AM ET, here are our top NBA bets by edge recommended by our model:

List of upcoming NBA games to bet on [3/24/2026]

• Kings vs. Hornets (7:00PM ET, Tuesday)
• Pelicans vs. Knicks (7:30PM ET, Tuesday)
• Magic vs. Cavaliers (8:00PM ET, Tuesday)
• Nuggets vs. Suns (11:00PM ET, Tuesday)

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Conclusion

Our NBA best bets are locked and loaded for March 24, 2026, featuring plays such as Kings +17 and Pelicans +8.5. Powered by advanced simulations, these picks are here to boost your betting game.

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