NBA odds, picks, best bets for Tuesday, Feb. 24, from proven model: This 3-leg parlay returns over +600
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Daniel Kohn
February 24, 2026
AI-Generated Deep Dive Summary
SportsLine's Projection Model has identified three confident NBA best bets for Tuesday, Feb. 24, with a potential payout of over +600 if combined into a parlay. After simulating every game 10,000 times, the model highlights the Milwaukee Bucks as a strong contender to cover the spread against the Miami Heat. The Bucks are favored by +5.5 points in the matchup, despite Giannis Antetokounmpo's absence due to a calf injury. Guard Kevin Porter Jr. has been instrumental in Antetokounmpo's absence, averaging 17.7 points and 7.7 assists per game this season. The model projects the Bucks to cover the spread nearly 60% of the time in this series.
The model also notes that while the Heat won their earlier meeting this season, the Bucks have dominated recent head-to-head matchups, winning four out of five games over the past year. Additionally, the model predicts a strong performance from seven Bucks players, led by Porter's projected 18.4 points. On the Heat side, Norman Powell is expected to lead with 21.5 points, but the team's overall depth and scoring potential are less robust compared to Milwaukee.
SportsLine's model has been highly accurate in its NBA predictions, returning over $10,000 in betting profit for $100 players on its top-rated picks over the past eight-plus seasons. Currently on a 38-18 roll on its best bets, the model provides valuable insights for bettors looking to capitalize on data-driven analysis. Beyond the Bucks vs. Heat game, the model has identified two more confident selections
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Originally published on CBS Sports on 2/24/2026