NBA Tips for Thursday, January 29th 2026

We have NBA picks and predictions for Thursday, January 29th, which features the Lakers vs. Cavaliers, Bulls vs. Pacers, and Spurs vs. Rockets.

Our picks include a best bet and NBA same game multi, and we’re looking forward to the NBA action this week.

Lakers vs. Cavaliers Predictions

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Best Bet

Cavaliers –3.5 @ $1.90

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The Lakers looked good when beating the Bulls on Tuesday, but Luka Doncic went off with a big scoring effort, and we don’t think he’ll have another one.

There is more upside with the Cavaliers at home. They play well with the help of home court, and after posting four consecutive wins, they’re starting to build a good record after getting off to a slow start.

Donovan Mitchell is playing well, and unless Doncic scores 40+ points, we can’t see the Lakers doing enough to snatch a win on the road.

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Same Game Multi

Cavaliers –3.5, Luka Doncic Under 33.5 Points, Rui Hachimura Under 12.5 Points, Under 234.5 Points @ $9.50

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We are backing against two of the Lakers, including Doncic and Rui Hachimura. Doncic’s line is high at 33.5 points and we have him scoring around 28 points against a tough Cavs defence.

Hachimura had a good game against the Bulls when knocking down a lot of three pointers, but he could cool off as well. That’s reflected in betting markets at the 12.5-point line, so take the under.

Based on the Lakers’ potential offensive struggles, include under 234.5 points in NBA same game multis.

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Bulls vs. Pacers Predictions

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Best Bet

Bulls –1.5 @ $1.90

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The Bulls did well to keep it close against the Lakers on Tuesday, and although they didn’t come away with the win, it could have been much worse.

They were 20 points down just before the second half, and they bridged the gap to only one point in the third quarter. That was a good effort, and playing the Pacers presents an easier opportunity to notch an NBA win.

The –1.5 line is better than expected, so include him in NBA multi picks on Thursday.

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Same Game Multi

Bulls -1.5, Coby White Over 21.5 Points, Josh Giddey Over 6.5 Assists, Under 236.5 Points @ $9.50

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Coby White has improved his scoring recently, and he could go off for another big scoring night. He made some key shots against the Lakers, and with his confidence growing, he should score over 21.5 points against the Pacers.

Australia’s Josh Giddey is a premium passer, and his assist numbers don’t accurately reflect his ability. He had a solid game on Tuesday, and we’re backing him to have over 6.5 assists.

Under 236.5 is a good multi bet inclusion, as the Pacers could struggle to score over 100.

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Spurs vs. Rockets Predictions

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Best Bet

Rockets –3.5 @ $1.90

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The Rockets didn’t get off to a fast start when they last played against the Spurs, but they warmed up in the second half with a big performance to win 111-106.

That should make them tough to beat here, and the result could be similar, especially if Kevin Durant knocks down some shots. He comes off three consecutive games of 30+ points, and when he’s hot, the Rockets are tough to stop.

That’s why we’re backing the Rockets to score a convincing win against their Western Conference rivals.

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Same Game Multi

Rockets –3.5, Kevin Durant Over 24.5 Points, Julian Champagnie Under 10.5 Points, Over 221.5 Points @ $11.50

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Durant is worth following when he’s playing well, and after scoring totals of 36, 32, and 33 points, he’s seeing the ball go through the hoop. Include Durant over 24.5 points in NBA same game multi picks.

Julian Champagnie can get hot for the Spurs, but Houston’s defence could be enough to put a lid on his offence. He can struggle when pressured, so take the under 10.5-point line.

They combined for 217 points in their recent meeting, but there is more offence likely on Thursday.

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