NBA Tips for Thursday, March 12th 2026

We have NBA picks and predictions for Thursday, March 12th, which features the Cavaliers vs. Magic, Raptors vs. Pelicans, and Rockets vs. Nuggets.

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

Cavaliers vs. Magic Predictions

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Best Bet

The Magic have bounced back to form with four consecutive wins, and they shouldn’t be underrated at home on Thursday.

They come off a one-sided 130-91 win over the Bucks, and although the Bucks aren’t a good team this season, it was still a fine display from a Magic team capable of beating any team in the NBA.

That includes the Cavaliers, who have been inconsistent lately, and we think they’re under the odds at $1.66 on the road. There is much better value with the Magic at $2.27, and we expect a big game from Paolo Banchero.

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Same Game Multi

Banchero scored 33 points against the Bucks, which is a good form guide. He is their best player, and when he plays well, the Magic often wins. The 23.5-point line is lower than expected, so snap up the value.

We expect a tough game for Donovan Mitchell. He had only 17 points in his most recent game, so we’re including under 27.5 points in our NBA same game multi picks.

Under 226.5 is a good multi inclusion, in what should be more of a defence-minded game.

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Raptors vs. Pelicans Predictions

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Best Bet

The Raptors haven’t had an easy time of it recently, but facing the Pelicans could see them score a much-needed win.

They have recent wins over the Wizards and Mavericks, and although beaten by Houston in their most recent game, they weren’t disgraced in the 113-99 loss. They only need to shoot slightly better to beat teams like New Orleans.

The Pels have two wins from their last three games, but they came over the Kings and Wizards. The Raptors will provide a stiffer test, and the $1.85 for the Raptors to win is a good price.

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Same Game Multi

Zion Williamson could struggle to score points for the Pelicans, having scored totals of 20 and 19 points in his last two games. We’re following betting trends and backing him to score under 22.5 points on Thursday.

Saddiq Bey has been solid on the boards, and the 6.5 line is lower than expected. He should be around the 8-9 mark, so include him in NBA multi picks.

Defence plays second fiddle in games like this, so we’re including over 232.5 points.

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Rockets vs. Nuggets Predictions

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Best Bet

The Nuggets lost a heartbreaker against the Thunder on Tuesday, but they are good at rebounding.

They have been well-backed to beat the Rockets, and although Kevin Durant and the Rockets are a quality team, the Nuggets are better placed to win. They space the floor better than most teams, and it stems from Nikola Jokic at the top of the key.

He’s able to control the possession, and that should be enough to win and cover the spread against the visitors.

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Same Game Multi

Aaron Gordon’s return from injury came at a good time for the Nuggets, and he can score with the best of them. He had 23 points in the loss to the Thunder, and he’s set for another high-scoring performance.

Reed Sheppard can get hot for the Rockets, but he should struggle to get open threes. Denver is good at closing out on three-point shooters, so include Reed under 13.5 points in NBA same game multi predictions.

It should be a high-scoring game, and the 228.5-point line is shorter than expected.