Happy New Year! Welcome to the Thursday NBA DFS slate. I hope your resolutions include some big DFS wins within, and I’m here to make it happen. It’s been a profitable season so far, where we’ve missed out on some big wins by just a few hiccups. That’s all part of the game, and I know a big cash prize is coming soon.

Keith Eyster's top NBA prop bets for 1/1/26. Expert player-prop picks, value plays, quick model edges, and line-shopping tips for today’s slate. Check odds & get the edge.

Our NBA betting picks expect points aplenty when two exciting offenses collide in Detroit tonight. Free Heat vs. Pistons predictions for January 1, 2026.

There is a limited five-game NBA regular season schedule on New Year's Day, which begins at 6 p.m. ET and has the last tip at 10:30 p.m. ET.

Jordan Poole has had an up-and-down season while adjusting to a new team and managing multiple injuries, but he appears to have found his groove. In December, coming off the bench, he is averaging 16.1 points, 2.1 rebounds, 3.4 assists and 1.1 steals, showing comfort and efficiency in his new role with the Pelicans.

The ruling comes after Baylor signed James Nnaji, a 2023 NBA second-round pick who had been playing professionally in Europe.

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