Daily Free NBA Picks & Expert Predictions - February 3, 2026
Explore our daily free NBA picks today. Below you will find our top-rated predictions against the spread, moneyline value, and total score projections for tonight's matchups.
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7:00 PMAnalysis
Denver Nuggets
33-17
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Detroit Pistons
36-12
Line: DET -5.5Prediction: Denver Nuggets vs Detroit Pistons
Spread
DET -5.5
TotalOver (229.5)Who Will Win?
Lead AnalystMatt Dorsey -
7:00 PMAnalysis
Utah Jazz
15-35
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Indiana Pacers
13-37
Line: UTAH -1.5Prediction: Utah Jazz vs Indiana Pacers
Winner
IND
TotalOver (232.5)Who Will Win?
Lead AnalystMatt Dorsey -
7:00 PMAnalysis
New York Knicks
31-18
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Washington Wizards
13-35
Line: NY -12.5Prediction: New York Knicks vs Washington Wizards
Spread
NY -12.5
TotalOver (227.5)Who Will Win?
Lead AnalystMatt Dorsey -
7:30 PMAnalysis
Los Angeles Lakers
29-19
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Brooklyn Nets
13-35
Line: LAL -8.5Prediction: Los Angeles Lakers vs Brooklyn Nets
Spread
BKN +8.5
TotalOver (222.5)Who Will Win?
Lead AnalystMatt Dorsey -
7:30 PMAnalysis
Atlanta Hawks
24-27
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Miami Heat
27-24
Line: MIA -1.5Prediction: Atlanta Hawks vs Miami Heat
Spread
ATL +1.5
TotalOver (237.5)Who Will Win?
Lead AnalystMatt Dorsey -
8:00 PMAnalysis
Boston Celtics
31-18
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Dallas Mavericks
19-30
Line: BOS -6.5Prediction: Boston Celtics vs Dallas Mavericks
Spread
DAL +6.5
TotalUnder (223.5)Who Will Win?
Lead AnalystMatt Dorsey
How We Generate Expert NBA Picks
At Picksmuse, our NBA picks are not based on guessing. We use a data-first approach to beat the sportsbooks. While other sites rely on public trends, our proprietary model analyzes advanced metrics—such as Effective Field Goal Percentage (eFG%), Pace, and Defensive Rating—to identify NBA picks with positive expected value (+EV).
Types of Free NBA Picks We Offer
We provide comprehensive coverage for every game on the slate. Our daily NBA picks include:
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NBA Picks Against the Spread (ATS): The most popular way to bet. We predict whether a team like the Celtics or Lakers will cover the sportsbook’s handicap.
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NBA Moneyline Picks: Pure winners. We identify underdogs with a mathematical edge to win the game outright, offering you better ROI.
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NBA Over/Under Picks: Our model simulates the game pace to predict if the total score will go Over or Under the Vegas line.
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NBA Player Prop Picks: We break down individual matchups to find value on player stats (e.g., “Curry Over 28.5 Points”).
Why Trust Picksmuse for NBA Predictions?
1. Data-Driven Transparency
Unlike “touts” who hide their record, our free NBA picks come with full analysis. We explain the why behind the bet—referencing injuries, rest days (back-to-backs), and head-to-head history—so you can wager with confidence.
2. Daily Updates for 2026
The NBA landscape changes fast. We update our NBA prediction page every morning to reflect overnight line movements and injury news. If a star player is ruled out, we adjust our analysis immediately.
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What are the best NBA picks for today?
Our highest-confidence plays are marked as “Top Plays” in the table above. These represent the NBA picks where our model shows the largest discrepancy between the true odds and the sportsbook lines.
Where can I find NBA parlay picks?
In addition to single-game wagers, we combine our best insights into a daily ticket. Visit our NBA Parlay page to see today’s high-reward combination.