The NBA regular season is back in action with an excellent slate of games this Sunday, with a total of four matchups on the docket scheduled for today. So, our staff of basketball betting experts dug into the latest odds and identified NBA picks for all four of today's contests.
Continue below for our NBA picks, odds, props, and predictions for Sunday, February 8.
NBA Picks, Predictions, Props for Sunday, February 8
| Game | Time (ET) | Pick |
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  | 12:30 p.m. | |
  | 2 p.m. | |
  | 3 p.m. | |
  | 3 p.m. | |
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Knicks vs. Celtics
By Alex Hinton
Jalen Brunson has been slumping of late, shooting 40% from the field and 27% from 3-point range over his last 10 games.
However, he has still scored 25+ points four times in that span, and Boston sets up a good bounce-back spot for him.
In his last eight regular-season games against Boston, he is averaging 28.3 points per game and he has scored 25+ points in five of those games.
Pick: Jalen Brunson 25+ Points (-160)
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Heat vs. Wizards
Action PRO is projecting 24.7 points for Norman Powell in Sunday's matchup against the Wizards, presenting a solid 17.3% edge against his points prop of over/under 21.5, good for an A- grade in our database.
This line is a bit lofty for Powell, as he's recorded totals of 22, 21, and 24 points in his last three games.
However, this is a highly favorable matchup for Powell and the Heat, going up against a Wizards team that ranks 9th in pace and 29th in both defensive rating and points allowed per game.
So, we will back Powell to go over his points total here.
Pick: Norman Powell Over 22.5 Points (-130)
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Pacers vs. Raptors
By Bet Labs
The NBA system titled "Bet Struggling Favorites" identifies value in conference games where favorites are struggling but still favored by the market.
When a team has recently underperformed yet remains favored, it suggests the betting line reflects long term strength rather than short term results.
These situations often create buying opportunities on quality teams that are due for positive regression after a rough stretch.
Facing familiar conference opponents adds familiarity and stability to performance expectations, while moderate spreads and balanced totals keep volatility in check.
This approach capitalizes on the overreaction to recent form, betting on strong teams to rebound once market sentiment has dipped too far against them.
Pick: Raptors -8.5 (-115)
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Clippers vs. Timberwolves
By Bet Labs
The NBA system titled "Home Dictates Unders" identifies regular season games where a fast-paced home team faces a slower-paced visitor, creating value on the Under.
When tempo clashes occur, the home team’s rhythm and environment typically dictate the flow, often slowing the overall scoring despite expectations of pace inflation.
Oddsmakers tend to overestimate total points in these situations, pricing based on season averages rather than matchup control.
Modest spreads signal competitive games where both teams play more deliberate half-court possessions and defensive intensity increases late.
The result is a pattern where the home team’s comfort, control, and situational awareness lead to fewer possessions and lower final totals than projected, especially when public perception leans toward offensive fireworks.
Pick: Under 224.5 (-110)
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