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NBA Pick'Em Today (Thursday, Feb. 19)
Brooklyn Nets vs. Cleveland Cavaliers: Evan Mobley over 21.5 points + rebounds -- Underdog, 1:30 PM CT
Mobley missed the Cavaliers' last seven games before the All-Star break due to a calf injury, but he's going to be available Thursday. The star big man is expected to slowly transition to become the third-best option on the Cavaliers' roster behind Donovan Mitchell and James Harden, but that shouldn't stop him from being a reliable offensive threat. The matchup against the Nets is favorable as well, as Brooklyn isn't particularly known for being a stalwart defensive unit. When looking at the past performances, Mobley should have a good chance of reaching this line of 21.5 points + rebounds. He's achieved this feat in nine of his last 11 appearances while averaging 18.4 points, 8.3 rebounds and 4.2 assists per game in that stretch.
Orlando Magic vs. Sacramento Kings: Anthony Black under 22.5 points + rebounds -- Pick6, 1:30 PM CT
Black has proven he can deliver big moments from time to time, but the promising guard needs to be more consistent to take the next step toward becoming a true star in The Association. Even though he'll have a favorable matchup against the Kings on Thursday, Black has struggled to play consistently as a scoring force. Over the last 10 games, Black has scored at least 20 points four times, but he's also failed to reach the 15-point plateau four times as well. Black is averaging 18.0 points and 4.0 boards per game over that 10-game stretch, where he's failed to reach this 22.5 P+R line six times. Chances are he'll be able to surpass this line, but the lack of consistency in recent weeks certainly plays against him.
Phoenix Suns vs. San Antonio Spurs: Jalen Green over 17.5 points + rebounds + assists -- PrizePicks, 1:30 PM CT
Green has struggled to play regularly this season, and a couple of hamstring injuries have limited the star guard to just seven appearances and two starts in 2025-26. Green continues to search for rhythm and consistency, so it wouldn't be surprising if he continues to play under a minute restriction. Green has averaged 11.1 points, 2.3 assists, 2.1 rebounds and 1.9 three-pointers in 15.3 minutes per tilt through those seven appearances, but Green has used the All-Star break to ramp up and build some much-needed fitness. Look for Green to potentially surpass this 17.5 P+R+A line -- even if he's yet to do that since returning to the hardwood in late January.
