Monday features 10 games on the NBA slate with start times ranging from 7:00 PM ET to 10:00 PM ET. Can the Hornets cover the 3.5-point spread as home underdogs against the Pistons? Will the 76ers defeat the Trail Blazers by 4+ points at Moda Center in Portland? I’ll pick both contests below. Read on for our Monday NBA Best Bets Feb. 9 article.
NBA Best Bet: Charlotte Hornets +3.5 over Detroit Pistons
I like Charlotte here. The Hornets are primed to cover the 3.5-point spread against the Pistons, fueled by a defense holding opponents to just 104.3 points per game in their last 3 contests. Despite playing on a tight turnaround, Charlotte thrives in this spot with a stellar 9-2 ATS record when playing with a rest disadvantage this season. The Hornets’ steadiness is further backed by a 10-7 ATS mark as home underdogs and a 13-11 ATS record following a victory this year. With LaMelo Ball and Brandon Miller finding their rhythm, the Hornets have the momentum to keep this clash within a single possession or even pull off the upset. Final score projection: CHARLOTTE HORNETS 114, DETROIT PISTONS 112.
NBA Best Bet: Portland Trail Blazers +3.5 over Philadelphia 76ers
I’d take Portland in this game. The Trail Blazers are well-positioned to cover the 3.5-point spread against Philadelphia, leaning on their consistency as a gritty home-court play. This season, Portland has proven remarkably reliable for bettors, posting an 11-7 ATS record as home underdogs and a solid 16-12 ATS mark whenever they play at the Moda Center. Their ability to hang with good teams is even more evident in their 19-14 ATS record as underdogs in 2025-26. By utilizing their young backcourt’s speed against a potentially fatigued Sixers squad, the Blazers should keep this contest tight until the final buzzer. Final score projection: PORTLAND TRAIL BLAZERS 110, PHILADELPHIA 76ERS 105.
Monday NBA Best Bets Feb. 9
- Charlotte Hornets +3.5
- Portland Trail Blazers +3.5
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