NBA Picks for Sunday, January 25, 2026: Jeremiah Fears Rebounds & Julian Champagnie Points + Rebounds Props to Target
Sunday, January 25, 2026, features a marquee matchup between the New Orleans Pelicans and San Antonio Spurs, packed with NBA player props betting opportunities. We're honing in on two high-confidence picks: Jeremiah Fears to clear OVER 2.5 rebounds for NOP against SAS, and Julian Champagnie to surpass OVER 16.5 points + rebounds for SAS versus NOP.
These NBA betting picks leverage scorching recent trends and favorable matchups for serious value on SportsEdges.com.
Jeremiah Fears - REBOUNDS OVER 2.5
Jeremiah Fears has emerged as a key rebounder off the Pelicans' bench, clearing 2.5 rebounds at an 80% clip over his last 5 games, 90% in the last 10, and 90% across the last 20.
The Statistical Edge
Fears is posting an average of 4.3 rebounds per game over his last 10 outings while logging 26.8 minutes nightly, demonstrating remarkable consistency for a rotational player who thrives on hustle plays and second-chance opportunities.
- L5 games: 80% hit rate (4/5), with multiple games of 4+ rebounds including a 6-rebound outburst in a recent win.
- L10 games: 90% hit rate (9/10), solidifying his role amid minor lineup tweaks and increased energy on the glass.
- L20 games: 90% success (18/20), underscoring long-term reliability even in blowouts or tight contests.
"Scottie Barnes made the game-winning free throw in the final second of overtime to help the Toronto Raptors defeat visiting the Philadelphia 76ers 116-115 on Sunday in the first game of a back-to-back between the teams...."
Matchup Analysis
The Spurs rank 24th in opponent rebounds allowed per game at 45.8, struggling to box out perimeter players like Fears, who has cashed this prop at a perfect 100% rate in 2 head-to-head games versus San Antonio, averaging 5.0 rebounds those nights.
Pelicans-Spurs games trend toward physical play with a projected total of 227.5 points, favoring extended minutes and rebound chances; recent NBA thrillers like overtime battles highlight the league's rebounding volatility that plays into Fears' strengths.
This rebound prop is a lock based on his trends, H2H dominance, and the Spurs' defensive lapses.
Jeremiah Fears
NOP vs SAS
Julian Champagnie - POINTS_REBOUNDS OVER 16.5
Julian Champagnie continues to deliver all-around production for the Spurs, exceeding 16.5 points + rebounds at an 80% clip over his last 5 games, 90% in the last 10, and 65% across the last 20.
The Statistical Edge
Champagnie is averaging 12.4 points and 6.2 rebounds combined over the last 10 games in 32.1 minutes per night, with his volume upticks in scoring and board work making him a versatile stat stuffer in San Antonio's system.
- L5 games: 80% hit rate (4/5), highlighted by back-to-back 20+ PRA performances amid expanded wing minutes.
- L10 games: 90% hit rate (9/10), reflecting consistent usage and rebounding spikes with no major role fluctuations.
- L20 games: 65% success (13/20), providing solid baseline reliability despite occasional off-nights in lower-minute games.
"Scottie Barnes made the game-winning free throw in the final second of overtime to help the Toronto Raptors defeat visiting the Philadelphia 76ers 116-115 on Sunday... (Photo credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images)"
Matchup Analysis
Pelicans rank 19th in points + rebounds allowed to small forwards at 17.2 per game, vulnerable to athletic wings like Champagnie, who has hit 50% in 2 H2H games but is surging now with improved shot creation against New Orleans' perimeter defense.
This contest projects for high pace with both teams top-12 in tempo, boosting possession volume; amid league-wide momentum from clutch finishes in recent games, Champagnie's multi-category output shines in favorable Spurs rotations.
With red-hot form overriding H2H splits, this PRA prop stands as a strong play verging on must-bet status.
Julian Champagnie
SAS vs NOP