Best NBA Bets 12/19/25

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We’re back with many attractive options to bet on across tonights NBA slate. With the help of advanced simulations and machine learning, our Basketball Forever bot has expertly pinpointed our best bets for Friday, December 19, 2025.


1. SPURS -2.5 (-112)

Odds: -112
Probability: 52.1%
Edge: 3.3%
Game: Spurs vs Hawks (7:30PM EST)

Our Basketball Forever betting bot has uncovered the best bet of the day, taking place in the Spurs vs Hawks matchup. In this matchup, our model has determined that Spurs -2.5 is a solid wager. In their first head-to-head matchup, the Spurs were able to come out on top, winning 235-126. Our model is projecting tonight’s game to go similarly with the Spurs taking control and racking up points to cover this number tonight. Our model suspects that the Spurs will be able to cover this number tonight against the Hawks.

Our Basketball Forever betting bot recommends placing a wager on Spurs -2.5. With -112 odds and a 3.3% edge, this is our best bet of the day.

2. CAVALIERS -7.5 (-105)

Odds: -105
Probability: 53.3%
Edge: 2.9%
Game: Bulls vs Cavaliers (7:30PM EST)

Lastly, we’re looking at the Bulls vs Cavaliers matchup, where we’ve found some value. In this game, our Basketball Forever betting bot has its eyes on the Cavaliers -7.5, coming in at -105 odds. Having lost to the Bulls on Wednesday, the Cavaliers are in a prime revenge position. With the Cavs at home, our model is projecting them to be able to cover tonight’s number. Although losing their last head-to-head matchup, we believe that the Cavs will be able to limit the Bulls easy buckets, leading them to cover tonight’s spread at home.

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Our model recommends placing a sprinkle on Cavaliers -7.5 with -105 odds and a 2.9% edge.

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