2 min read

NBA Betting Cheat Sheet Today – Thursday, January 1st

Props Staff

Props Staff

Last updated: January 1, 2026

NBA Betting Cheat Sheet for Wednesday Jan. 7th

Happy New Year! We’re breaking down everything you need to know before you make any NBA bets or set your DFS lineups. All that and more in our NBA Betting Cheat Sheet today – Thursday, January 1st, featuring the best free player prop bets and pick’em plays.

Editor’s Note: Did you know DFS pick’em apps like Underdog and Sleeper are live in many states where online sports betting isn’t yet legal? Use promo code PROPS when signing up to get started!

We’re talking the best game environments where points will be flying, the hottest NBA injury news that’s moving lines and opening up value, and the best expert player prop picks for tonight’s action.

Best DFS Apps in All States

Must be 18+ (19+ in AL, NE; 19+ in CO for some games; 21+ in AZ, MA, and VA) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. Offer not valid in MD, MI, NJ, NY, OH, and PA. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-MY-RESET or 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org; AZ: 1-800-NEXT-STEP (1-800-639-8783) or text NEXT-STEP to 53342; NY: Call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY (467369).
Restrictions apply. See sleeper.com/match for details. 18+ (19 in AL & NE; 21 in MA & VA). First-time depositors only. $25 minimum. 100% match up to $100. Play Responsibly. Call/text 1-800-426-2537 for help.
Must be 18+ (21+ in certain states) and physically located in a jurisdiction where Betr Picks operates to participate. Restrictions apply. Void where prohibited. Promotion ends 10/31/25. The $10 registration bonus will be credited after passing KYC. T&Cs apply. Gaming problem? Call the NCPG at 1-800-522-4700 or visit ncpgambling.org.

NBA Betting Cheat Sheet Today – Thursday, January 1st

Our NBA betting cheat sheet is your one-stop snapshot to cut through the noise and zero in on where the edges actually are. Our team is here to break it down. Let’s get into it.

Here are some popular NBA player props on Underdog:

NBA Betting Cheat Sheet - Popular Plays for Thursday, Jan. 1, 2025

NBA Odds For Thursday, January 1st

Let’s take a quick glance at all of the NBA betting odds today (subject to change).

NBA Games & Odds – Thursday, January 1, 2026

Houston Rockets (20-10) @ Brooklyn Nets (10-20) – 6:00 PM

  • Spread: HOU -11.5 (-110) / BKN +11.5 (-110)
  • Total: O/U 218.5 (-105/-115)
  • Moneyline: HOU -535 / BKN +400

Miami Heat (18-15) @ Detroit Pistons (25-8) – 7:00 PM

  • Spread: DET -4.5 (-115) / MIA +4.5 (-105)
  • Total: O/U 237.5 (-108/-112)
  • Moneyline: MIA +164 / DET -198

Philadelphia 76ers (17-14) @ Dallas Mavericks (12-22) – 8:30 PM

  • Spread: PHI -2.5 (-108) / DAL +2.5 (-112)
  • Total: O/U 230.5 (-110/-110)
  • Moneyline: PHI -135 / DAL +114

Boston Celtics (20-12) @ Sacramento Kings (8-25) – 10:00 PM

  • Spread: BOS -9.5 (-112) / SAC +9.5 (-108)
  • Total: O/U 227.5 (-110/-110)
  • Moneyline: BOS -410 / SAC +320

Utah Jazz (12-20) @ LA Clippers (11-21) – 10:30 PM

  • Spread: LAC -12.5 (-115) / UTA +12.5 (-105)
  • Total: O/U 232.5 (-105/-115)
  • Moneyline: UTA +490 / LAC -675

TOP NBA DFS GAMES TODAY

Which games are shaping up to be DFS and sports betting goldmines? Let’s look at the main slate.

Pistons vs Heat

  • Slate-leading 237.5 Game Total (O/U)
  • Miami and Detroit both are good defensively, but rank 1st and 6th in pace, respectively

Jazz vs Clippers

  • Utah is such a pace-up spot (2nd) for the Clippers, which rank dead last in that department
  • Clippers rank 21st in DRTG, so there is some game-stack opportunities

Sixers vs Mavericks

  • A lot of starpower in this one
  • Dallas ranks fourth in pace, Philly ranks 11th
  • The Sixers have played themselves into a handful of shootouts in December
  • Healthy game total and most competitive spread on the slate

Check out more of our NBA player props content for the 2025 season. As always, it’s 100% FREE:

NBA Injuries For Thursday, January 1st

Injuries are a big part of any NBA betting cheat sheet.

Check out some NBA injuries today via Underdog (as of Thursday morning):

NBA Live Player Prop Odds

Filters:
Player
Aaron Nesmith
PF PHO @ IND
Today 7:00 PM ET
- - -
Adem Bona
C PHI @ DET
Today 7:00 PM ET
- - - -
Alexandre Sarr
PF WAS @ ORL
Today 7:00 PM ET
- - -
Andre Drummond
C PHI @ DET
Today 7:00 PM ET
- - -
Andrew Nembhard
PG PHO @ IND
Today 7:00 PM ET
- - -
Ben Sheppard
SF PHO @ IND
Today 7:00 PM ET
- - -
Bilal Coulibaly
SG WAS @ ORL
Today 7:00 PM ET
- - -
Bub Carrington
PG WAS @ ORL
Today 7:00 PM ET
- - -
Cade Cunningham
PG PHI @ DET
Today 7:00 PM ET
- - -
Cameron Payne
PG PHI @ DET
Today 7:00 PM ET
- - -
Collin Gillespie
Collin Gillespie
PHO PG PHO @ IND
Today 7:00 PM ET
- - -
Daniss Jenkins
PG PHI @ DET
Today 7:00 PM ET
- - - -
Desmond Bane
SG WAS @ ORL
Today 7:00 PM ET
- - -
Devin Booker
Devin Booker
PHO SG PHO @ IND
Today 7:00 PM ET
- - -
Dominick Barlow
PF PHI @ DET
Today 7:00 PM ET
- - -
Duncan Robinson
SG PHI @ DET
Today 7:00 PM ET
- - -
Ethan Thompson
SG PHO @ IND
Today 7:00 PM ET
- - - - - - - -
Grayson Allen
Grayson Allen
PHO SF PHO @ IND
Today 7:00 PM ET
- - -
Isaiah Stewart
PF PHI @ DET
Today 7:00 PM ET
- - -
Ivica Zubac
C PHO @ IND
Today 7:00 PM ET
- - -
Jabari Walker
PF PHI @ DET
Today 7:00 PM ET
- - - -
Jaden Hardy
SG WAS @ ORL
Today 7:00 PM ET
- - -
Jalen Duren
C PHI @ DET
Today 7:00 PM ET
- - -
Jalen Green
Jalen Green
PHO SG PHO @ IND
Today 7:00 PM ET
- - -
Jalen Suggs
SG WAS @ ORL
Today 7:00 PM ET
- - -
Jarace Walker
PF PHO @ IND
Today 7:00 PM ET
- - -
Javonte Green
SG PHI @ DET
Today 7:00 PM ET
- - - - -
Jay Huff
C PHO @ IND
Today 7:00 PM ET
- - -
Jett Howard
SG WAS @ ORL
Today 7:00 PM ET
- - -
Jevon Carter
SG WAS @ ORL
Today 7:00 PM ET
- - -
Jordan Goodwin
Jordan Goodwin
PHO PG PHO @ IND
Today 7:00 PM ET
- - -
Justin Edwards
SF PHI @ DET
Today 7:00 PM ET
- - - -
Kam Jones
PG PHO @ IND
Today 7:00 PM ET
- - -
Kevin Huerter
SG PHI @ DET
Today 7:00 PM ET
- - - -
Khaman Maluach
Khaman Maluach
PHO C PHO @ IND
Today 7:00 PM ET
- - - - - - -
Kobe Brown
PF PHO @ IND
Today 7:00 PM ET
- - -
Marcus Sasser
PG PHI @ DET
Today 7:00 PM ET
- - -
Micah Potter
PF PHO @ IND
Today 7:00 PM ET
- - - - - - -
Moritz Wagner
C WAS @ ORL
Today 7:00 PM ET
- - - -
Obi Toppin
PF PHO @ IND
Today 7:00 PM ET
- - -
Oso Ighodaro
Oso Ighodaro
PHO PF PHO @ IND
Today 7:00 PM ET
- - -
Paolo Banchero
PF WAS @ ORL
Today 7:00 PM ET
- - -
Quentin Grimes
SG PHI @ DET
Today 7:00 PM ET
- - -
Rasheer Fleming
Rasheer Fleming
PHO SF PHO @ IND
Today 7:00 PM ET
- - - - - - - - -
Ron Holland II
SF PHI @ DET
Today 7:00 PM ET
- - -
Royce O'Neale
Royce O'Neale
PHO PF PHO @ IND
Today 7:00 PM ET
- - -
T.J. McConnell
PG PHO @ IND
Today 7:00 PM ET
- - - - - -
Tobias Harris
SF PHI @ DET
Today 7:00 PM ET
- - -
Trae Young
PG WAS @ ORL
Today 7:00 PM ET
- - -
Tre Johnson
SG WAS @ ORL
Today 7:00 PM ET
- - -
Trendon Watford
PF PHI @ DET
Today 7:00 PM ET
- - -
Tristan da Silva
PF WAS @ ORL
Today 7:00 PM ET
- - -
VJ Edgecombe
SG PHI @ DET
Today 7:00 PM ET
- - -
Wendell Carter Jr.
C WAS @ ORL
Today 7:00 PM ET
- - -
Will Riley
SF WAS @ ORL
Today 7:00 PM ET
- - -
Bam Adebayo
C MIL @ MIA
Today 7:30 PM ET
- - -
Ben Saraf
PG BKN @ ATL
Today 7:30 PM ET
- - - -
Bobby Portis
PF MIL @ MIA
Today 7:30 PM ET
- - -
Cam Thomas
SG MIL @ MIA
Today 7:30 PM ET
- - - -
CJ McCollum
PG BKN @ ATL
Today 7:30 PM ET
- - -
Corey Kispert
SF BKN @ ATL
Today 7:30 PM ET
- - -
Danny Wolf
C BKN @ ATL
Today 7:30 PM ET
- - -
Davion Mitchell
PG MIL @ MIA
Today 7:30 PM ET
- - -
Drake Powell
SG BKN @ ATL
Today 7:30 PM ET
- - -
Dyson Daniels
PG BKN @ ATL
Today 7:30 PM ET
- - -
Giannis Antetokounmpo
PF MIL @ MIA
Today 7:30 PM ET
- - -
Jaime Jaquez Jr.
SF MIL @ MIA
Today 7:30 PM ET
- - -
Jalen Johnson
PF BKN @ ATL
Today 7:30 PM ET
- - -
Jalen Wilson
SF BKN @ ATL
Today 7:30 PM ET
- - - -
Jock Landale
C BKN @ ATL
Today 7:30 PM ET
- - -
Jonathan Kuminga
PF BKN @ ATL
Today 7:30 PM ET
- - -
Kasparas Jakucionis
PG MIL @ MIA
Today 7:30 PM ET
- - -
Kel'el Ware
C MIL @ MIA
Today 7:30 PM ET
- - - - - -
Kevin Porter Jr.
PG MIL @ MIA
Today 7:30 PM ET
- - -
Kyle Kuzma
PF MIL @ MIA
Today 7:30 PM ET
- - -
Myles Turner
C MIL @ MIA
Today 7:30 PM ET
- - -
Myron Gardner
SF MIL @ MIA
Today 7:30 PM ET
- - -
Nickeil Alexander-Walker
SG BKN @ ATL
Today 7:30 PM ET
- - -
Nicolas Claxton
C BKN @ ATL
Today 7:30 PM ET
- - -
Noah Clowney
PF BKN @ ATL
Today 7:30 PM ET
- - -
Ochai Agbaji
SG BKN @ ATL
Today 7:30 PM ET
- - - - - -
Onyeka Okongwu
C BKN @ ATL
Today 7:30 PM ET
- - -
Ousmane Dieng
SF MIL @ MIA
Today 7:30 PM ET
- - -
Pelle Larsson
SG MIL @ MIA
Today 7:30 PM ET
- - -
Ryan Rollins
SG MIL @ MIA
Today 7:30 PM ET
- - -
Simone Fontecchio
SF MIL @ MIA
Today 7:30 PM ET
- - -
Tyler Herro
SG MIL @ MIA
Today 7:30 PM ET
- - -
Zaccharie Risacher
SF BKN @ ATL
Today 7:30 PM ET
- - -
Brandon Williams
PG DAL @ MEM
Today 8:00 PM ET
- - -
Cam Spencer
SG DAL @ MEM
Today 8:00 PM ET
- - -
Cooper Flagg
PF DAL @ MEM
Today 8:00 PM ET
- - -
Daniel Gafford
C DAL @ MEM
Today 8:00 PM ET
- - -
GG Jackson II
PF DAL @ MEM
Today 8:00 PM ET
- - -
Javon Small
SG DAL @ MEM
Today 8:00 PM ET
- - - - - - -
Jaylen Wells
SF DAL @ MEM
Today 8:00 PM ET
- - -
Khris Middleton
SF DAL @ MEM
Today 8:00 PM ET
- - -
Marvin Bagley III
PF DAL @ MEM
Today 8:00 PM ET
- - -
Max Christie
SG DAL @ MEM
Today 8:00 PM ET
- - -
Naji Marshall
SF DAL @ MEM
Today 8:00 PM ET
- - -
Olivier-Maxence Prosper
PF DAL @ MEM
Today 8:00 PM ET
- - -
P.J. Washington
PF DAL @ MEM
Today 8:00 PM ET
- - -
Rayan Rupert
SG DAL @ MEM
Today 8:00 PM ET
- - - - - - -
Ryan Nembhard
PG DAL @ MEM
Today 8:00 PM ET
- - - - - - -
Taylor Hendricks
PF DAL @ MEM
Today 8:00 PM ET
- - -
Aaron Gordon
PF DEN @ SA
Today 9:00 PM ET
- - -
Bruce Brown
SG DEN @ SA
Today 9:00 PM ET
- - -
Cameron Johnson
PF DEN @ SA
Today 9:00 PM ET
- - -
Christian Braun
SG DEN @ SA
Today 9:00 PM ET
- - -
De'Aaron Fox
De'Aaron Fox
SA PG DEN @ SA
Today 9:00 PM ET
- - -
Devin Vassell
Devin Vassell
SA SG DEN @ SA
Today 9:00 PM ET
- - -
Dylan Harper
Dylan Harper
SA PG DEN @ SA
Today 9:00 PM ET
- - -
Jamal Murray
PG DEN @ SA
Today 9:00 PM ET
- - -
Julian Champagnie
Julian Champagnie
SA SF DEN @ SA
Today 9:00 PM ET
- - -
Keldon Johnson
Keldon Johnson
SA SF DEN @ SA
Today 9:00 PM ET
- - -
Nikola Jokić
C DEN @ SA
Today 9:00 PM ET
- - -
Stephon Castle
Stephon Castle
SA SG DEN @ SA
Today 9:00 PM ET
- - -
Tim Hardaway Jr.
SF DEN @ SA
Today 9:00 PM ET
- - -
Victor Wembanyama
Victor Wembanyama
SA PF DEN @ SA
Today 9:00 PM ET
- - -
Ajay Mitchell
PG BOS @ OKC
Today 9:30 PM ET
- - -
Baylor Scheierman
SG BOS @ OKC
Today 9:30 PM ET
- - -
Cason Wallace
PG BOS @ OKC
Today 9:30 PM ET
- - -
Chet Holmgren
C BOS @ OKC
Today 9:30 PM ET
- - -
Derrick White
SG BOS @ OKC
Today 9:30 PM ET
- - -
Isaiah Joe
SG BOS @ OKC
Today 9:30 PM ET
- - -
Jared McCain
PG BOS @ OKC
Today 9:30 PM ET
- - -
Jaylen Brown
SG BOS @ OKC
Today 9:30 PM ET
- - -
Jaylin Williams
PF BOS @ OKC
Today 9:30 PM ET
- - - - - -
Jayson Tatum
SF BOS @ OKC
Today 9:30 PM ET
- - -
Luguentz Dort
SF BOS @ OKC
Today 9:30 PM ET
- - -
Luka Garza
C BOS @ OKC
Today 9:30 PM ET
- - -
Neemias Queta
C BOS @ OKC
Today 9:30 PM ET
- - -
Payton Pritchard
PG BOS @ OKC
Today 9:30 PM ET
- - -
Sam Hauser
SF BOS @ OKC
Today 9:30 PM ET
- - -
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander
PG BOS @ OKC
Today 9:30 PM ET
- - -
Austin Reaves
SG CHI @ LAL
Today 51m
- - -
Collin Sexton
PG CHI @ LAL
Today 51m
- - -
Deandre Ayton
C CHI @ LAL
Today 51m
- - -
Guerschon Yabusele
PF CHI @ LAL
Today 51m
- - -
Isaac Okoro
SF CHI @ LAL
Today 51m
- - -
Jake LaRavia
PF CHI @ LAL
Today 51m
- - -
Jalen Smith
PF CHI @ LAL
Today 51m
- - -
Jaxson Hayes
C CHI @ LAL
Today 51m
- - - - - -
Josh Giddey
SG CHI @ LAL
Today 51m
- - -
LeBron James
SF CHI @ LAL
Today 51m
- - -
Luka Dončić
PG CHI @ LAL
Today 51m
- - -
Luke Kennard
SG CHI @ LAL
Today 51m
- - -
Matas Buzelis
SF CHI @ LAL
Today 51m
- - -
Rui Hachimura
PF CHI @ LAL
Today 51m
- - -
Tre Jones
PG CHI @ LAL
Today 51m
- - -
Showing 5 of 149

Free NBA DFS Picks Cheat Sheet For Today

Our NBA betting cheat sheet today is ready to roll!

Let’s break it down.

Must be 18+ (19+ in AL, NE; 19+ in CO for some games; 21+ in AZ, MA, and VA) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. Offer not valid in MD, MI, NJ, NY, OH, and PA. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-MY-RESET or 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org; AZ: 1-800-NEXT-STEP (1-800-639-8783) or text NEXT-STEP to 53342; NY: Call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY (467369).

BEST POINTS PROP

NBA Player Prop: Derrick White > 19.5 Points

Justin Carlucci wrote about White at our best NBA props page. White has been a consistent winner for us in December. Check out his full analysis and more free picks!

BEST REBOUNDS PROP

NBA Player Prop: VJ Edgecombe > 4.5 Rebounds

The sensational rookie has averaged over 10 rebound chances across his last five games, so I like his odds of converting at least 50% of them.

BEST ASSISTS PROP

NBA Player Prop: James Harden < 8.5 Assists

This one is a little scary due to the extreme pace-up spot for the Clippers. However, with Kawhi commanding so much more of the basketball, Harden has averaged just over 10 potential assists per game across his last 10 contests and just 6.5 per game in December.

UNDERDOG FANTASY POINTS PICK

Pick: Cooper Flagg > 40.85 Fantasy Points

Flagg is only getting better and better as he gets more comfortable as a rookie. That’s a scary thought considering he’s already averaging 20.2 points, 6.7 rebounds and 4.2 assists per 36 minutes through 33 games (Basketball Reference).

Good luck!

the PROP drop NEWSLETTER

Your one-stop resource for all things player props.

SUBSCRIBE NOW!

Recommended Bonuses Recommended Bonuses

Underdog

Play $5, Get $50 in Bonus Entries

Enter Promo Code: PROPS

18+ Most States, T&Cs Apply

Parlay Play

100% Deposit Match Up To $100

NO PROMO CODE NEEDED

Must be 18+ and based in the USA.

Wanna Parlay

100% Deposit Match Up To $250

Enter Promo Code: PROPS

Must Be 18+ and in Legal State