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Milwaukee Bucks at Indiana Pacers Game 4 odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Milwaukee Bucks at Indiana Pacers odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Milwaukee Bucks and the Indiana Pacers meet in Game 4 of a best-of-7 Eastern Conference 1st-round series on Sunday. Tip-off at Gainbridge Fieldhouse is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET (TNT). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Bucks vs. Pacers odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Pacers lead 2-1

The Bucks came up just short in Game 3 on Friday, falling 121-118 in overtime, although Milwaukee covered as 6.5-point underdogs as the Over (223) cashed.

Khris Middleton did his best to will his team to a road win in Game 3, scoring 42 points on 16-of-29 shooting, while Damian Lillard managed 28 points. Both players managed 4 triples in the OT loss. Unfortunately for the Bucks, Lillard suffered an Achilles’ injury, and he is doubtful for Game 4.

The Pacers have averaged 123.0 PPG in the past 2 games after opening with a 109-94 loss in Milwaukee in Game 1. Indiana is 1-2 against the spread (ATS) in 3 playoff games, although it holds a 2-1 series edge, which is much more important.

The Over has cashed in each of the past 2 games for Indiana, and the total has ended up going high in 7 of the past 8 games since April 5.

Bucks at Pacers odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 8:16 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Bucks +310 (bet $100 to win $310) | Pacers -400 (bet $400 to win $100)
Against the spread: Bucks +9.5 (-110) | Pacers -9.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 216.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Bucks at Pacers key injuries

Bucks

F Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf) out
G Damian Lillard (Achilles) doubtful
F Chris Livingston (illness) out
F Khris Middleton (ankle) probable

Pacers

G Bennedict Mathurin (shoulder) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Bucks at Pacers picks and predictions

Prediction

Pacers 119, Bucks 104

Moneyline

The Pacers (-400) will cost you 4 times your potential return, and that’s way too much risk for not very much reward.

While Indiana is catching a break with the Bucks (+310) missing Antetokounmpo and Lillard all but likely to join him, it’s still too much risk.

PASS.

Against the spread

The PACERS -9.5 (-110) are laying a big number, but the home side is worth playing since the 2 biggest stars for the Bucks +9.5 (-110) are expected to sit.

Middleton had a giant Game 3, but even he is a little nicked up with an ankle. Plus, he can’t do it all by himself.

Indiana is ready to push Milwaukee to the brink of elimination in a season Bucks fans will be scratching their heads wondering what could have been.

Over/Under

OVER 216.5 (-115) is a good idea in Game 4.

The Bucks have been missing Antetokounmpo for the entire series, and Lillard will likely be joining him in street clothes Sunday, so it’s hard to envision where Milwaukee is going to get its scoring. However, it’s also hard to figure where it will get its defense.

Indiana has averaged 123.0 PPG in the past 2 games, cashing the Over in each outing. The Pacers have cashed the Over in 4 of the past 6 outings since April 10, all against playoff teams.

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Milwaukee Bucks at Atlanta Hawks Game 6 odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Saturday’s Milwaukee Bucks at Atlanta Hawks Game 6 NBA odds and lines, with basketball picks, tips and predictions.

The Milwaukee Bucks travel to meet the Atlanta Hawks Saturday in Game 6 of the Eastern Conference Finals at State Farm Arena. Tip-off is scheduled for 8:30 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze the Bucks vs. Hawks odds and lines, with NBA picks and predictions.

Milwaukee pushed Atlanta to the brink of elimination with a 123-112 win in Game 5 at Fiserv Forum even with superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo sidelined with a hyperextended knee.

The Hawks have their backs to the wall heading into this elimination game. They’re 4-3 SU/ATS in seven home games so far this postseason, including 1-1 SU/ATS in this series.

Bucks at Hawks: Odds, spread and lines

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 8:12 a.m. ET.

Money line: Bucks +120 (bet $100 to win $120) | Hawks -145 (bet $145 to win $100)
Against the spread/ATS: Bucks +2.5 (-110) | Hawks -2.5 (-110)
Over/Under: 216.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

Bucks at Hawks: Key injuries

Bucks

SF Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) doubtful

Hawks

SG Bogdan Bogdanovic (knee) probable
PG Trae Young (foot) questionable

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Bucks at Hawks: Odds, lines, predictions and picks

Prediction

Hawks 113, Bucks 106

Money line (ML)

The HAWKS (-145) are up against it tonight and they’ll be able to force a Game 7. It’s especially helpful that Giannis is doubtful for the Bucks, although it sounds like there is a chance he comes back for a Game 7. Atlanta will force that decisive game back in Milwaukee with a win here.

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Against the spread (ATS)

The HAWKS -2.5 (-110) spanked the Bucks last time they had a home game, winning 110-88 as 8.5-point underdogs. They catch a break with Milwaukee’s best player in street clothes and it would be even nicer for them if Young is able to suit up. Roll the dice on the Hawks regardless of Young’s health as Atlanta has surprised throughout these playoffs.

Over/Under (O/U)

OVER 216.5 (-110) is the lean here even with Giannis doubtful. Atlanta has averaged 111.0 PPG across the last two games, and they coughed up 123 points to the NBA’s No. 1 scoring team in Game 5. The Bucks proved they have plenty of offensive weapons even if Antetokounmpo isn’t with them. The Over is worth a small-unit wager.

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Brooklyn Nets at Milwaukee Bucks Game 6 odds, picks and prediction

Previewing Thursday’s Brooklyn Nets at Milwaukee Bucks Game 6 NBA odds and lines, with basketball picks, tips and predictions.

The 2-seed Brooklyn Nets and 3-seed Milwaukee Bucks play Game 6 of their Eastern Conference second-round series Thursday at Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee. Tip-off is set for 8:30 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze the Nets vs. Bucks odds and lines, with NBA picks and predictions.

The Nets pushed the Bucks to the brink of elimination with a 114-108 win in Brooklyn in Game 5 as 1.5-point underdogs. We had a push on the total, snapping a 4-0 Under run in the series.

The Bucks failed to cover again in Game 5, failing to cover for the fourth time in five games. At home, they are averaging just 96.5 PPG in two games against the Nets.

Nets at Bucks: Odds, spread and lines

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 7:20 a.m. ET.

Money line: Nets +180 (bet $100 to win $180) | Bucks -225 (bet $225 to win $100)
Against the spread/ATS: Nets +5.5 (-110) | Bucks -5.5 (-110)
Over/Under: 220.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

Nets at Bucks: Key injuries

Nets

SG James Harden (hamstring) probable
PG Kyrie Irving (ankle) out

Bucks

PF Jordan Nwora (thigh) questionable

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Nets at Bucks: Odds, lines, predictions and picks

Prediction

Bucks 107, Nets 104

Money line (ML)

The Bucks (-225) will cost you over two times your potential return. While I believe Milwaukee will win this one and push the Nets (+180) to a decisive Game 7, they’re just too expensive in what should be a razor-thin game.

AVOID.

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Against the spread (ATS)

The NETS +5.5 (-110) are worth playing, as this game could potentially be a final-shot kind of a contest. The Nets are 4-1 ATS in this series. So Brooklyn is the play here, but I think the Bucks push them the distance in the series.

Over/Under (O/U)

UNDER 220.5 (-105) is the best play on the board in this Game 6 as the pressure is on. We’ll get a lot more defense, and shooters might be a little tense, too. We have had the Under go 4-0-1 across the first five games in this series, too, so why stop hitting it now?

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Brooklyn Nets at Milwaukee Bucks Game 4 odds, picks and prediction

Previewing Sunday’s Brooklyn Nets at Milwaukee Bucks Game 4 NBA Playoffs odds and lines, with basketball picks, tips and predictions.

The 2-seed Brooklyn Nets and 3-seed Milwaukee Bucks play Game 4 of their Eastern Conference second-round series Sunday at Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee. Tip-off is set for 3 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze the Nets vs. Bucks odds and lines, with NBA picks and predictions.

The Nets struggled from the floor in Game 3 hitting just 34 of 94 shots (36 percent), including shooting 8-for-32 from behind the three-point line. They were a solid 88 percent from the charity stripe, shooting 7-for-8, but the lack of chances was staggering.

The Bucks weren’t that much better, shooting 34-for-90 (38 percent) from the field. They ended up winning Game 3 by three points despite the fact they shot just 19 percent from long range, hitting just six of their 31 shots from behind the arc.

Nets at Bucks: Odds, spread and lines

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 6:02 a.m. ET.

Money line: Nets -140 (bet $140 to win $100) | Bucks +115 (bet $100 to win $115)
Against the spread/ATS: Nets -2 (-110) | Bucks +2 (-110)
Over/Under: 228.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

Nets at Bucks: Key injuries

Nets

PG Jeff Green (foot) questionable
SG James Harden (hamstring) out

Bucks

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Nets at Bucks: Odds, lines, predictions and picks

Prediction

Bucks 117, Nets 109

Money line (ML)

The BUCKS (+115) are short ‘dogs at home despite the fact they’re playing in Cream City and the Nets will be without James Harden. Milwaukee has failed to cover all three games in this series so far, but that changes with a resounding win on its home floor.

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Against the spread (ATS)

BUCKS +2 (-110) is a tremendous play in Game 4 at Fiserv as short underdogs. The Nets will continue to be without Harden, and that’s a huge break for the home side.

Over/Under (O/U)

The UNDER 228.5 (-110) is the play, with Brooklyn missing such a huge chunk of their offense. The Under has hit in the first three games of this series, so why stop playing it now?

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Milwaukee Bucks at Miami Heat Game 3 odds, picks and prediction

Previewing Thursday’s Miami Heat at Milwaukee Bucks Game 3 odds and lines, with NBA picks, tips and predictions.

The 3-seed Milwaukee Bucks and 6-seed Miami Heat play Game 3 of their Eastern Conference first-round series Thursday at American Airlines Arena in Miami. Tip-off is set for 7:30 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze the Bucks vs. Heat odds and lines, with NBA picks and predictions.

The Bucks narrowly escaped in Game 1 in overtime after a brutal shooting performance from long distance and from the free-throw line. They bounced back big time and rolled the Heat 132-98 in Game 2.

The Heat surprised the Bucks last season in the bubble, but they look to be in trouble heading home. Miami shot just 40% from the field in Game 2, including 29% from the perimeter and only 69% from the charity stripe.

Bucks at Heat: Odds, spread and lines

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 6:45 a.m. ET.

Money line: Bucks -135 (bet $135 to win $100) | Heat +110 (bet $100 to win $110)
Against the spread/ATS: Bucks -2 (-110) | Heat +2 (-110)
Over/Under: 225.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

Bucks at Heat: Key injuries

Bucks

Nothing affecting gambling odds.

Heat

Nothing affecting gambling odds.

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Bucks at Heat: Odds, lines, predictions and picks

Prediction

Heat 113, Bucks 109

Money line (ML)

The HEAT (+110) are a strong play for the bounce-back in Game 3. While I feel this will likely be their only victory of the series, I expect Miami to shoot a lot better from behind the arc and at the free-throw line than they did in Cream City.

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Against the spread (ATS)

The HEAT +2 (-110) is a better play straight up, as catching a bucket doesn’t really make much of a difference, but costs you a little more of your potential winnings. Play the money line for better value.

Over/Under (O/U)

UNDER 225.5 (-105) is the slight lean here, although don’t go crazy. Milwaukee just dropped 132 on Miami in Game 2, and they averaged a healthy 120.1 PPG in the regular season to lead the NBA. However, Miami kept them in check in Game 1 and ranked fifth in points allowed in the regular season. Expect a much better defensive effort on their home court.

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Miami Heat at Milwaukee Bucks Game 1 odds, picks and prediction

Previewing Saturday’s Miami Heat at Milwaukee Bucks Game 1 odds and lines, with NBA picks, tips and predictions.

The 6-seed Miami Heat and 3-seed Milwaukee Bucks play Game 1 of their Eastern Conference first-round series Saturday at Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee. Tip-off is set for 2 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze the Heat vs. Bucks odds and lines, with NBA picks and predictions.

The Heat head into the postseason with wins in five of the past six outings, although that lone loss came May 15 in Milwaukee by a 122-108 count.

Despite that loss and non-cover, they’re still 5-1 ATS in the past six, and 10-4-1 ATS across the past 15 games overall.

The Bucks dropped their regular-season finale in Chicago by a 118-112 count, and while they won eight of the final 10 straight up, they’re just 1-6 ATS across the past seven outings.

Heat at Bucks: Odds, spread and lines

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 5:55 a.m. ET.

Money line: Heat +165 (bet $100 to win $165) | Bucks -200 (bet $200 to win $100)
Against the spread/ATS: Heat +5 (-110) | Bucks -5 (-110)
Over/Under: 226.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

Heat at Bucks: Key injuries

Heat

Nothing affecting gambling odds.

Bucks

Nothing affecting gambling odds.

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Heat at Bucks: Odds, lines, predictions and picks

Prediction

Heat 118, Bucks 114

Money line (ML)

The HEAT (+165) were able to trip up the Bucks (-200) last season, winning in five games during the Eastern Conference Semifinals.

While Miami has taken a step back this season, especially with its guard play, they still finished up strong and will be a hard out as long as Jimmy Butler is healthy.

They’ll get off on the right foot in Game 1 before the Bucks tighten up and roll the rest of the series.

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Against the spread (ATS)

The HEAT +5 (-110) are a good play with the points if you’re not feeling them straight up. The Bucks -5 (-110) did go 2-1 SU/ATS in three regular-season meetings with the Heat.

However, Miami has rolled down the stretch and in the past month, it has looked more like the team that made the NBA Finals.

Over/Under (O/U)

OVER 226.5 (-110) is the way to go. Miami has hit the Over in six of the past seven on the road, and 11 of the previous 13 overall.

The Over hit in five of the final seven for Milwaukee, while cashing in five of the past seven as a favorite, too.

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Milwaukee Bucks at Indiana Pacers odds, picks and prediction

Previewing Thursday’s Milwaukee Bucks at Indiana Pacers NBA odds and lines, with basketball picks, tips and predictions.

The Milwaukee Bucks (44-25) travel to meet the Indiana Pacers (33-36) Thursday at Bankers Life Fieldhouse. Tip-off is set for 7 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze the Bucks vs. Pacers odds and lines, with NBA picks and predictions.

The Bucks picked up a 114-102 win against the Orlando Magic last time out, although they failed to cover a 15.5-point number. They are 0-4 ATS across the past four, while the Over has hit in three of those outings.

The Pacers posted a 103-94 win over the Philadelphia 76ers on Tuesday, winning outright as a 5.5-point underdog as the Under connected. The Under has cashed in consecutive games for the first time since March 31-April 2.

Bucks at Pacers: Odds, spread and lines

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 7:50 a.m. ET.

Money line: Bucks -400 (bet $400 to win $100) | Pacers +310 (bet $100 to win $310)
Against the spread/ATS: Bucks -8.5 (-110) | Pacers +8.5 (-110)
Over/Under: 240.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

Bucks at Pacers: Key injuries

Bucks

SG Axel Toupane (oblique) out

Pacers

SG Malcolm Brogdon (hamstring) out
PG Aaron Holiday (foot) questionable
SG Jeremy Lamb (knee) out
PG Edmond Sumner (knee) out
C Myles Turner (toe) out
SF T.J. Warren (foot) out

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Bucks at Pacers: Odds, lines, predictions and picks

Prediction

Bucks 123, Pacers 116

Money line (ML)

The Bucks (-400) will cost you four times your potential return, and that’s risky any time, but especially on the road.

AVOID.

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Against the spread (ATS)

The PACERS +8.5 (-110) are worth a play catching more than four buckets on its home court. Indiana has clinched a play-in spot, but they’re still in the mix to serve as host for one of the games. Indiana has also cashed in five of the past seven games at home against the Bucks.

Over/Under (O/U)

OVER 240.5 (-110) is the play in this one, as Indiana’s defense has been rather erratic lately. Yes, they did hold Philadelphia to a season-low 94 points last time out, but the Over is 7-3 across the past 10 games overall. And the Over is also 6-2 in Milwaukee’s past eight on the road against teams with a losing home mark.

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Brooklyn Nets at Milwaukee Bucks odds, picks and prediction

Previewing Sunday’s Brooklyn Nets at Milwaukee Bucks NBA odds and lines, with basketball picks, tips and predictions.

The Brooklyn Nets (43-21) travel to meet the Milwaukee Bucks (39-24) Sunday at FiServ Forum for the first game of a two-game set. Tip-off is set for 3:30 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze the Nets-Bucks odds and lines, with NBA picks and predictions.

The Nets are coming off a 128-109 setback at home against the Portland Trail Blazers Friday, snapping a four-game win and cover streak.

The 128 points allowed at home were their most given up at Barclays Center since Jan. 10 when the Nets allowed 129 to the Oklahoma City Thunder in a 13-point loss.

The Bucks are coming off a 108-98 victory at the Chicago Bulls Friday. Milwaukee has alternated wins and losses in the past five games, and its’ just 4-4 SU/ATS across the past eight outings.

The Nets won the first head-to-head meeting vs. the Bucks this season 125-123 at home Jan. 18, covering as four-point underdogs as the Over comfortably connected.

Nets at Bucks: Odds, spread and lines

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Money line: Nets +120 (bet $100 to win $120) | Bucks -145 (bet $145 to win $100)
Against the spread/ATS: Nets +3 (-110) | Bucks -3 (-110)
Over/Under: 242.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

Nets at Bucks: Key injuries

Nets

SG James Harden (hamstring) out

Bucks

SF Giannis Antetokounmpo (ankle) probable

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Nets at Bucks: Odds, lines, predictions and picks

Prediction

Bucks 124, Nets 119

Money line (ML)

The BUCKS (-145) are the play on their home court, especially since Antetokounmpo was upgraded from questionable to probable due to his sprained right ankle. There is risk with this play as he could leave if he aggravates the injury or feels discomfort. However, if he is 100 percent, Milwaukee wins this one going away.

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Against the spread (ATS)

The BUCKS -3 (-110) have covered four of their past six games overall, and they won a pair of showdowns with two covers against the Philadelphia 76ers at home April 22 and 24 in their most recent homestand.

Over/Under (O/U)

OVER 242.5 (-110) is the lean, as Milwaukee ranks No. 1 in the NBA with 119.3 PPG, and is second in 3-point percentage at 39.2%, while hitting 48.6% from the field to rank fourth in field-goal percentage. Defensively, the Bucks allow 113.0 PPG to rank 20th.

Brooklyn is No. 2 in the league with 118.8 PPG, and first in field-goal percentage at 49.3%. It’s 22nd in points allowed at 114.3 PPG, so this one should have plenty of end-to-end scoring.

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Milwaukee Bucks at Houston Rockets odds, picks and prediction

Previewing Thursday’s Milwaukee Bucks at Houston Rockets NBA odds and lines, with basketball picks, tips and predictions.

The Milwaukee Bucks (38-23) travel to meet the Houston Rockets (15-47) Thursday at Toyota Center. Tip-off is set for a 8 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze the Bucks-Rockets odds and lines, with NBA picks and predictions.

The Bucks rebounded after a loss in Atlanta, topping the playoff-hopeful Hornets in Charlotte by a 114-104 score as 9.5-point favorites. The Under cashed for the third consecutive outings, while they’re 3-1 SU/ATS across the past four overall.

The Rockets were on the short end of a 114-107 score against Minnesota on Tuesday, and they have dropped five straight while going 2-3 ATS. Houston has also won just once in the previous 11, and twice across their past 17.

Bucks at Rockets: Odds, spread and lines

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 7:40 a.m. ET.

Money line: Bucks -1100 (bet $1,100 to win $100) | Rockets +700 (bet $100 to win $700)
Against the spread/ATS: Bucks -13 (-110) | Rockets +13 (-110)
Over/Under: 232.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

Bucks at Rockets: Key injuries

Bucks

SF Rodions Kurucs (biceps) questionable

Rockets

PG D.J. Augustin (ankle) out
SG Avery Bradley (calf) questionable
SG Sterling Brown (knee) out
PG Dante Exum (calf) out
SG Eric Gordon (groin) out
SF Danuel House Jr. (ankle) questionable
SG David Nwaba (wrist) out
PG John Wall (hamstring) out

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Bucks at Rockets: Odds, lines, predictions and picks

Prediction

Bucks 125, Rockets 107

Money line (ML)

The Bucks (-1100) will cost you 11 times your potential return, or a return of just $9.09 on a $100 wager. Needless to say, that’s ridiculous, and an awful long-term betting strategy.

AVOID.

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Against the spread (ATS)

The BUCKS -13 (-110) are a good play on the road. The Rockets +13 (-110) are horrific this season, and Milwaukee is 5-1 ATS across the past six as a favorite of 8.5 or more points. On the flipside, the Rockets are 4-7 ATS across the past 11 games overall.

Over/Under (O/U)

UNDER 232.5 (-110) is the lean here, even though the Bucks are the No. 1 scoring offense in the NBA.

The Rockets have cashed the Under in four of the past five, going for 107 or fewer points in four of their previous five outings. Houston is terrible, and banged up, and it’s hard to imagine they’ll be able to roll up huge offensive totals against an NBA title contender.

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Philadelphia 76ers at Milwaukee Bucks odds, picks and prediction

Previewing Thursday’s Philadelphia 76ers at Milwaukee Bucks NBA odds and lines, with basketball picks, tips and predictions.

The Philadelphia 76ers (39-19) hit the road to battle the Milwaukee Bucks (35-22) Thursday for the first of a two-game set at Fiserv Forum. Tip-off is set for 7 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze the 76ers-Bucks odds and lines, with NBA picks and predictions.

The 76ers will be glad to see an Eastern Conference team after losing a pair of home games to the Golden State Warriors and Phoenix Suns in the past couple of outings.

It’s been a brutal stretch for Philly, as prior to those two games they had a pair of wins in showdowns with the Los Angeles Clippers and Brooklyn Nets, so the schedule maker has really been unkind.

The Bucks are in the same boat as Philly, losing a pair of home games to teams from the West in the past two games.

Milwaukee was nipped 128-127 in overtime against the Suns on Monday, following up a 128-115 loss to the Memphis Grizzlies on Saturday.

In fact, the Bucks are on an uncharacteristic five-game skid at home, and they have failed to cover each of the past six in Cream City.

76ers at Bucks: Odds, spread and lines

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 7:15 a.m. ET.

Money line: 76ers +200 (bet $100 to win $200) | Bucks -250 (bet $250 to win $100)
Against the spread/ATS: 76ers +6 (-110) | Bucks -6 (-110)
Over/Under: 226.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

76ers at Bucks: Key injuries

76ers

SG Seth Curry (hip) probable
SF Tobias Harris (knee) probable
SG Ben Simmons (illness) probable

Bucks

SF Giannis Antetokounmpo (leg) questionable

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76ers at Bucks: Odds, lines, predictions and picks

Prediction

Bucks 121, 76ers 118

Money line (ML)

The Bucks (-250) will cost you two and a half times your potential return, and that’s just too expensive over the long term to bet that way.

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Against the spread (ATS)

The 76ERS +6 (-110) are ‘dogs by three baskets on the road in this one, and that’s a good value play with Giannis nursing a leg cramp.

He left the game in overtime against the Suns, but it’s hard to envision him not playing here. Still, Philly is the way regardless of his status.

Over/Under (O/U)

OVER 226.5 (-110) is the way to go, although obviously Antetokounmpo making it through the game without any setbacks is paramount.

The Over is 8-1 in Milwaukee’s past nine at home, and 7-0 in their past seven as a home favorite. In fact, the Over is 13-5 in their past 18 as a favorite overall.

Philly has been about the Under lately, but Milwaukee will get them to play their tempo at Fiserv.

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