Wednesday NBA Best Bets Jan. 14: Can Philly cover 7 out of 9?

Wednesday features 7 games on the NBA slate with start times ranging from 7:00 PM ET to 10:30 PM ET. Can the Raptors cover the 2.5-point spread as road favorites against the Pacers? Will the 76ers defeat the Cavaliers by 2+ points at Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia? I’ll pick both contests below. Read on for our Wednesday NBA Best Bets Jan. 14 article.

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NBA Best Bet: Toronto Raptors -2.5 over Indiana Pacers

I like Toronto here. The Raptors are primed to cover as road favorites against the Indiana Pacers on Wednesday, largely due to their 10-9 ATS road record and a solid 16-13 ATS mark in non-division games this season. Additionally, Toronto has found its rhythm lately, going 6-3 ATS in their last nine games overall, and they have historically controlled this matchup with a 6-3 ATS record in their last nine games against Indiana. Facing a Pacers squad that’s 9-31 straight up this year, the Raptors’ superior depth and recent momentum should propel them to a victory by 3+ points on Wednesday. Final score projection: TORONTO RAPTORS 120, INDIANA PACERS 115.

NBA Best Bet: Philadelphia 76ers -1.5 over Cleveland Cavaliers

I’d take Philadelphia in this one. The 76ers are well-positioned to cover the 1.5-point spread as home favorites against the Cleveland Cavaliers on Wednesday. Philadelphia’s dominance is reflected in their 20-10 ATS record in conference games and their reliable 14-9 ATS mark as a favorite this year. What’s more, the 76ers have also historically overmatched Cleveland, going 8-2 ATS in their last 10 head-to-head meetings against the Cavs. Backed by a strong 6-2 ATS run over their last eight games overall, Philly’s momentum and home-court advantage should be enough to outpace a Cavaliers team that has struggled to find consistency against elite Eastern Conference opponents this year. Final score projection: PHILADELPHIA 76ERS 118, CLEVELAND CAVALIERS 114.