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NBA Cup final: Milwaukee Bucks vs. Oklahoma City Thunder odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Milwaukee Bucks vs. Oklahoma City Thunder odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Milwaukee Bucks and Oklahoma City Thunder meet in the NBA Cup championship game Tuesday. Tip-off from T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas is scheduled for 8:30 p.m. ET (ABC). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Bucks vs. Thunder odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: First meeting; split 1-1 last season

Milwaukee has won 3 games in a row after clinching its spot in the final with a 110-102 win over the Atlanta Hawks at T-Mobile Arena Saturday as a 3.5-point favorite. F Giannis Antetokounmpo scored a team-high 32 points and grabbed 14 rebounds while G Damian Lillard added 25 points.

Oklahoma City has won 5 games in a row after defeating the Houston Rockets 111-96 in the semifinals in Las Vegas Saturday as a 5-point favorite. G Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had a game-high 32 points and was 1 of 4 Thunder starters who scored 19 or more.

Bucks vs. Thunder odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of NBA odds. Lines last updated at 10:17 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Bucks +165 (bet $100 to win $165) | Thunder -200 (bet $200 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Bucks +4.5 (-105) | Thunder -4.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 216.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Bucks at Thunder key injuries

Bucks

F Giannis Antetokounmpo (leg) probable
G Damian Lillard (calf) probable
F Khris Middleton (illness) probable

Thunder

F Chet Holmgren (hip) out
F Jaylin Williams (hamstring) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Bucks at Thunder picks and predictions

Prediction

Thunder 113, Bucks 106

Moneyline

PASS.

There is minimal value on the Thunder (-200), who have won 9 of their last 10 games and are 20-5 this season, to take down a Bucks team that is 14-11.

Against the spread

BET THUNDER -4.5 (-115).

The Bucks are just 10-14-1 ATS and have failed to cover 3 of their last 5 games. If the Thunder can contain Antetokounmpo and Lillard, the Bucks could be in for a long night.

The Thunder are 16-7-2 ATS and have covered or pushed in 9 of their last 10 games.

Over/Under

BET OVER 216.5 (-110).

This total is low considering the Thunder and Bucks are 9th and 11th, respectively, in offensive efficiency.

The Bucks have hit the Over in 2 of their last 3 games and scored 110 or more points in 7 of their last 10. The Thunder have scored 111 or more in 6 straight.

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Orlando Magic at Milwaukee Bucks odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Orlando Magic at Milwaukee Bucks odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Orlando Magic (17-9) and Milwaukee Bucks (12-11) meet Tuesday in the NBA Cup quarterfinals. Tip-off from Fiserv Forum is set for 7 p.m. ET (TNT). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Magic vs. Bucks odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: First meeting; split 2-2 last season

The Magic are coming off a 115-110 win as 2-point favorites vs. the visiting Phoenix Suns Sunday with the Over (214.5) hitting. G Jalen Suggs scored 14 of his game-high 26 points in the fourth quarter for Orlando, which trailed by as many as 12 points.

The Bucks failed to cover as 6-point favorites in a 118-113 victory at the Brooklyn Nets Sunday while the Over (216) cashed. Milwaukee is 1-2 straight up and against the spread (ATS) over its last 3 games.

Orlando went 3-1 ATS vs. Milwaukee last season, with the Over/Under (O/U) going 2-2. In the final meeting April 14, Orlando won 113-88 as a 6-point home favorite while the Under (216) hit. Magic F Paolo Banchero led all scorers with 26 points, but he’ll be out Tuesday with an oblique injury.

Magic at Bucks odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of NBA odds. Lines last updated at 12:36 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Magic +240 (bet $100 to win $240) | Bucks -300 (bet $300 to win $100)
Against the spread: Magic +6.5 (-105) | Bucks -6.5 (-115)
Over/Under: 215.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Magic at Bucks key injuries

Magic

F Paolo Banchero (oblique) out
G Gary Harris (hamstring) out
F Jonathan Isaac (hamstring) questionable
F Franz Wagner (oblique) out

Bucks

F Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) probable
F Khris Middleton (ankle) probable

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Magic at Bucks picks and predictions

Prediction

Bucks 110, Magic 109

Moneyline

The Bucks (-300) are the healthier team and are at home, but I question how seriously they’re taking the In-Season Tournament. Milwaukee’s goal this season should be to stay healthy in the regular season and make a push for the NBA Finals.

Do I really want to lay -300 on it, in a game that the young Magic will likely care more about winning?

PASS. Bet the spread and/or total instead.

Against the spread

The Magic were available at +9 Sunday night, so this line has moved considerably in their direction. However, I would still be comfortable taking 6.5 with Orlando.

The Bucks core — outside of G Damian Lillard — has already won a championship, and I don’t see how winning the NBA Cup this season would provide any extra motivation for such a veteran team.

Orlando, on the other hand, is full of young players who have yet to win rings or MVPs, so winning this NBA Cup would be a big deal for them. If you crunch the stats, you’ll likely say this spread is perfect as is, but I believe the Magic’s lack of accomplishments gives them a motivational edge Tuesday.

BET MAGIC +6.5 (-105).

Over/Under

The Magic allow just 103.3 points per game, which is first in the NBA, but they’re still 6-4 O/U in their last 10. The market has been pricing their totals slightly lower than they should be lately, but it’s a marginal edge; the spread is the better play.

LEAN OVER 215.5 (-105).

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Milwaukee Bucks at Brooklyn Nets odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Milwaukee Bucks (11-11) and Brooklyn Nets (10-13) battle Sunday. Tip-off from Barclays Center is set for 3:30 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Bucks vs. Nets odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: First meeting; Milwaukee won 3-0 last season

Milwaukee lost 111-105 at the Boston Celtics Friday, but covered as an 8-point underdog. The star-studded duo of G Damian Lillard and F Giannis Antetokounmpo did its job against Boston, scoring 31 and 30 points, but they got little help from the rest of the team as no other Bucks player reached 15 points. The Bucks were also outscored 33-23 in the final quarter to allow Boston to complete the comeback.

Brooklyn picked up a 99-90 win over the Indiana Pacers Wednesday while covering as a 3.5-point underdog. F Cameron Johnson led the way with 26 points. The win ended a 3-game losing streak for the Nets.

Bucks at Nets odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of NBA odds. Lines last updated at 6:02 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Bucks -275 (bet $275 to win $100) | Nets +220 (bet $100 to win $220)
Against the spread (ATS): Bucks -6.5 (-115) | Nets +6.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 218.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Bucks at Nets key injuries

Bucks

F Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) probable
F Khris Middleton (ankle) probable
F Taurean Prince (illness) probable

Nets

G Cam Thomas (hamstring) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Bucks at Nets picks and predictions

Prediction

Bucks 112, Nets 106

Moneyline

PASS.

The Bucks will beat the Nets and cover as -275 favorites, but they are never worth the risk of betting on when favored this heavily. Bet on the spread and/or total instead.

Against the spread

BET NETS +6.5 (-105).

Brooklyn has covered the spread in both of its last 2 matchups against Milwaukee and is 4-1 ATS in the last 5 meetings. The Nets are also the better ATS team, going 14-8-1 ATS while the Bucks are 9-12-1 ATS this season.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 218.5 (-105).

The Under has hit in each of Brooklyn’s last 3 games and is 12-11 for the Nets this year. For Milwaukee, the Under is 2-0 in its last 2 games and 13-9 this season. The Under has also hit in 6 of the last 9 meetings between these squads.

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Milwaukee Bucks at Boston Celtics odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s Milwaukee Bucks at Boston Celtics odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Boston Celtics (18-4) welcome the Milwaukee Bucks (11-10) on Friday. Tip from TD Garden is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET (ESPN). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Bucks vs. Celtics odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Celtics lead 2-0 with 119-108 and 113-107 victories

Milwaukee had a 7-game winning streak snapped on Wednesday with a 119-104 loss against the Atlanta Hawks while failing to cover as a 4-point home favorite. F Giannis Antetokounmpo scored a game-high 31 points while grabbing 11 rebounds while G Damian Lillard added 25 in the loss.

Boston has won back-to-back games after taking down the Detroit Pistons 130-120 on Wednesday, but failing to cover as a 12-point home favorite. G Jaylen Brown scored a game-high 28 points as all 6 Boston players who scored had at least 14 points.

Bucks at Celtics odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of NBA odds. Lines last updated at 11:13 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Bucks +260 (bet $100 to win $260) | Celtics -350 (bet $350 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Bucks +7.5 (-110) | Celtics -7.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 227.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Bucks at Celtics key injuries

Bucks

F Giannis Antetokounmpo (patella) probable
F JarJon Beauchamp (neck) questionable
F Khris Middleton (ankle) probable
F Taurean Prince (patella) probable

Celtics

C Al Horford (toe) questionable
C Kristaps Porzingis (leg) questionable
F Jayson Tatum (patella) questionable

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Bucks at Celtics picks and predictions

Prediction

Celtics 124, Bucks 119

Moneyline

PASS.

There is no value on the Celtics (-350) who are 18-4 this season including 9-2 at home.

Against the spread

BET BUCKS +7.5 (-110).

Milwaukee has covered in 4 of its last 7 games including back-to-back games on the road. It is playing some of its best basketball of the season, going 8-2 in its last 10 games.

Boston is just 3-7 ATS in its last 10 games including 1-3 ATS in its last 4 games and 2-4 ATS in its last 6 outings at home.

Over/Under

BET OVER 227.5 (-110).

Boston has hit the Over in 3 of its last 5 games and 6 of its last 10. It has scored 126 or more points in 3 of its last 5 while allowing 115-plus points in 3 of its last 4 games.

Milwaukee has also hit the Over in 6 of its last 10 games including 4 of its last 6. It has scored 124 or more points in 2 of its last 3 games and 122-plus points in 5 of its last 7 outings while allowing 114 points or more in 4 of its last 6.

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Atlanta Hawks at Milwaukee Bucks odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Atlanta Hawks at Milwaukee Bucks odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Milwaukee Bucks (11-9) welcome the Atlanta Hawks (11-11) to Fiserv Forum Wednesday. Tip is set for 8 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Hawks vs. Bucks odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: First meeting, Hawks won 2-1 last season

The Bucks beat the Detroit Pistons 128-107 Tuesday, closing as a 3-point road favorite. F Giannis Antetkounmpo led the way with a team-high 28 points. Milwaukee has rattled off 7 straight wins, going 4-3 against the spread (ATS). It is 8-11-1 ATS on the season.

The Hawks have been just as hot, winning 4 in a row. They are coming off a 124-112 home win over the New Orleans Pelicans Monday, closing as a 9-point home favorite. Atlanta was led by F De’Andre Hunter, who scored 22 points. It is 3-4 ATS in its last 7 games and 9-13 ATS on the season.

Hawks at Bucks odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of NBA odds. Lines last updated at 12:03 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Hawks +135 (bet $100 to win $135) | Bucks -165 (bet $165 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Hawks +3.5 (-110) | Bucks -3.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 236.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Hawks at Bucks key injuries

Hawks

G Trae Young (Achilles) probable

Bucks

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F Giannis Antetokounmpo (tapella) probable
G Khris Middleton (ankle) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Hawks at Bucks picks and predictions

Prediction

Bucks 125, Hawks 118

Moneyline

PASS.

The Bucks are playable on the moneyline, but they are a bit too expensive to suggest over the better value on the spread. The Hawks are surging but should struggle against the Bucks Wednesday.

Against the spread

BET BUCKS -3.5 (-110).

The Bucks have covered in 4 of their last 6 games and have won 2 straight games by double figures. In their 7-game win streak, only 2 victories have been by 3 points or fewer.

While the Hawks have won 4 straight games, their main weapon, Young, is shooting just 38.8% from the field on the season. On top of that inefficiency, they are 5-6 ATS on the road. Atlanta’s defense has not been good either and ranks 18th in the NBA.

Considering those trends, back BUCKS -3.5 (-110).

Over/Under

BET OVER 236.5 (-115).

The Hawks are 4-2 O/U in their last 6 and 15-7 O/U on the season. They have scored at least 117 points in 4 of their last 5 games and have allowed at least 124 points in 3 of their last 6.

The Bucks are 4-1 O/U in their last 5 games, mainly due to an explosive offense. Milwaukee has scored 124 points or more 4 times in those 5 games. Given both teams’ offensive strength, back OVER 236.5 (-115).

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Milwaukee Bucks at Detroit Pistons odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Milwaukee Bucks at Detroit Pistons odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Milwaukee Bucks (10-9) square off against the Detroit Pistons (9-13) in the Emirates NBA Cup Tuesday evening. Tip-off from Little Caesars Arena is set for 7 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Bucks vs. Pistons odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Bucks lead 1-0

The Bucks keep on winnin’ after a 124-114 final against the Washington Wizards Saturday. F Giannis Antetokounmpo had a triple-double with 42 points, 12 boards and 11 assists. G Damian Lillard had 25 points (5-for-9 from distance) and 10 dimes. The Bucks have won 6 straight.

The Pistons started out well, but they lost star G Cade Cunningham for 4 games, and they’ve gone 2-5 in their last 7. They fell to the Philadelphia 76ers 111-96 Saturday as 2-point favorites. Cunningham sat out of that one, which was on a back-to-back, after he returned from a 3-game absence Friday. He dropped 24 points, 11 dimes and 6 boards Friday against the Indiana Pacers.

Bucks at Pistons odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of NBA odds. Lines last updated at 2:35 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Bucks -155 (bet $155 to win $100) | Pistons +125 (bet $100 to win $125)
Against the spread: Bucks -2.5 (-115) | Pistons +2.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 220.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Bucks at Pistons key injuries

Bucks

G Giannis Antetokounmpo (illness) probable
F Khris Middleton (ankle) out
F Taurean Prince (quadriceps) probable

Pistons

None

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Bucks at Pistons picks and predictions

Prediction

Bucks 120, Pistons 110

Moneyline

The Bucks have won the last 10 matchups against the Pistons. Milwaukee won a 127-120 thriller in overtime at Fiserv Forum Nov. 13. Cunningham had 35 and 11, and Giannis went for 59 and 11. Lillard was out in that one.

I think the Bucks take this one, and I’m willing to lay the points. The spread actually feels a little low. Giannis missed practice Monday, but he was at the shootaround Tuesday and is probable.

I’m taking CADE CUNNINGHAM OVER 23.5 POINTS (-105). He has 24+ in 3 straight games and went for 35 in the first meeting.

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Against the spread

Take the BUCKS -2.5 (-115). This line went from 3.5 to 2.5 in writing this, and unless there’s some mysterious Antetokounmpo or Lillard absence, I love this side.

Over/Under

The Bucks are 5-3 O/U in their last 8, and Detroit is 4-4 during the stretch with Cunningham out for a lot of that. These teams blew past the 213-point total in the first meeting with 222 points in regulation.

I like the OVER 220.5 (-110).

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Washington Wizards at Milwaukee Bucks odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Washington Wizards at Milwaukee Bucks odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Washington Wizards (2-15) and Milwaukee Bucks (9-9) meet Saturday at Fiserv Forum. Tip-off is set for 8 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Wizards vs. Bucks odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: First meeting; Bucks won 2-1 last season

The Wizards extended their losing streak to 13 games with a 121-96 setback to the visiting LA Clippers Wednesday. Washington failed to cover as a 9.5-point underdog, and the Under (225.5) hit.

Clippers G James Harden was unstoppable, scoring 43 points with 7 assists, 4 rebounds, and 3 steals. Wizards G Malcolm Brogdon and C Jonas Valanciunas paced the Wizards with 17 points each, but Washington’s 20 turnovers sealed another tough outing for the struggling team.

The Bucks secured their fifth consecutive win Tuesday, defeating the Miami Heat 106-103 as 5.5-point road underdogs. The Under (222.5) cashed.

Milwaukee thrived from deep, sinking 20 of 46 three-pointers, while Miami controlled the paint with a 46-18 scoring advantage. G Damian Lillard starred for the Bucks, leading all scorers with 37 points and adding 12 assists to seal the victory.

Wizards at Bucks odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of NBA odds. Lines last updated at 12:35 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Wizards +700 (bet $100 to win $700) | Bucks -1100 (bet $1,100 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Wizards +14.5 (-110) | Bucks -14.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 229.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Wizards at Bucks key injuries

Wizards

F Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf) probable
F Khris Middleton (ankle) out

Bucks

F Saddiq Bey (knee) out
F Kyle Kuzma (ribs) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Wizards at Bucks picks and predictions

Prediction

Bucks 121, Wizards 102

Moneyline

PASS.

The Bucks (-1100) will win this game comfortably Saturday, which is why I’m going to take my bet to the spread.

Against the spread

BET MILWAUKEE -14.5 (-110).

Washington’s struggles are no secret, dropping 13 straight games and going 1-5-1 ATS in its last 7. To make matters worse, it is without key contributors like Kuzma and Bey. At home, the Wizards have lost consecutive games to the Clippers and Bulls by an average of 22 points.

Meanwhile, Milwaukee has found its stride, winning 5 straight even without Middleton. With Antetokounmpo expected back Saturday, the Bucks, who have covered 3 of their last 4, should win comfortably despite the line hovering at 14.5.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 229.5 (-110).

While this matchup has gone Over in 4 straight meetings, the Under looks appealing here. The Wizards have stayed Under in 4 of their last 5 games, and the Bucks in 3 of their last 5. Washington’s offense ranks 26th in the NBA at 107.8 points per game, while Milwaukee’s 112.7 points per game ranks 16th, making a lower-scoring outcome likely.

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Milwaukee Bucks at Miami Heat odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Milwaukee Bucks at Miami Heat odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Milwaukee Bucks (8-9) lock up in NBA Cup group play against the Miami Heat (7-7) Tuesday at Kaseya Center. Tip-off is set for 7:30 p.m. ET (TNT). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Bucks vs. Heat odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: First meeting; Bucks won 2-1 last season

The Bucks have won 4 straight after a 125-119 W over the Charlotte Hornets Saturday. They failed to cover as 8-point favorites. F Giannis Antetokounmpo had 32 points, 11 boards and 6 assists while G Damian Lillard added 31 points. After a rough start, they’ve now won 7 of 10.

The Heat held off the Dallas Mavericks Sunday in a 123-118 victory, covering as 2.5-point favorites. F Jimmy Butler had 33 points, 9 boards and 6 assists. C Bam Adebayo added 19 points and 11 boards while shooting 3-for-6 from distance. Miami has won 4 of 6.

Bucks at Heat odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of NBA odds. Lines last updated at 1:18 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Bucks +115 (bet $100 to win $115) | Heat -140 (bet $140 to win $100)
Against the spread: Bucks +2.5 (-115) | Heat -2.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 222.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Bucks at Heat key injuries

Bucks

F Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf) probable
F Khris Middleton (ankle) out
F Taurean Prince (illness) probable

Heat

G Terry Rozier (foot) probable

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Bucks at Heat picks and predictions

Prediction

Bucks 122, Heat 117

Moneyline

Here’s the tale of the tape for me. The Heat are the deeper team, but the Bucks have the high-end talent. What happens if Antetokounmpo gets Adebayo into foul trouble in the paint? The Heat will have to rely on outside shooting and fold.

This is a tight matchup, and I don’t like either side of the spread. I’ll take the value with the BUCKS +115 because this matchup is closer than Heat -140 would indicate.

Against the spread

As mentioned, I don’t like either side here at 2.5 points. I will take a chance on JIMMY BUTLER OVER 1.5 BLOCKS+STEALS (+115). His 0.5 steals line is set at -250, and I look for him to be on Lillard a lot and contest shots.

Over/Under

The Heat have gone Over in 3 of 4, and the Bucks went Over in 2 straight. The Over has cashed in 4 of the last 5 meetings between the squads.

Take the OVER 225.5 (-115).

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Charlotte Hornets at Milwaukee Bucks odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Charlotte Hornets at Milwaukee Bucks odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Milwaukee Bucks (7-9) welcome the Charlotte Hornets (6-9) to Fiserv Forum Saturday. Tip-off is set for 8 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Hornets vs. Bucks odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Hornets lead 1-0

The Bucks beat the Indiana Pacers 129-117 Friday, covering as 5.5-point home favorites. They have rattled off 3 straight wins and won 5 of their last 6, a welcome sign after losing 8 of their first 10. Milwaukee has found its rhythm offensively, averaging 125.5 points per game over its last 2. The Bucks are led by F Giannis Antetokounmpo, who is averaging 32.1 points per game.

The Hornets beat the Detroit Pistons 123-121 in OT Thursday, closing as 2-point home underdogs. Charlotte was led by F Brandon Miller, who dropped 38 points and nailed 8 triples. The Hornets have won 2 of their last 4 and 4 of their last 8. In that 8-game span, they are 6-2 against the spread (ATS). Charlotte is 4-3 ATS on the road this season.

Hornets at Bucks odds

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Moneyline (ML): Hornets +240 (bet $100 to win $240) | Bucks -300 (bet $300 to win $100)
Against the spread: Hornets +7.5 (-110) | Bucks -7.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 224.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Hornets at Bucks key injuries

Hornets

F Miles Bridges (knee) out
G Tre Mann (back) out
C Mark Williams (foot) out

Bucks

(Not yet submitted — below was for Friday’s game)

F Khris Middleton (ankle) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Hornets at Bucks picks and predictions

Prediction

Bucks 116, Hornets 110

Moneyline

PASS.

There’s no value here. The Bucks are too expensive, while the Hornets haven’t consistently won on the road and aren’t worthy of a play as sizable underdogs.

Against the spread

BET HORNETS +7.5 (-110).

While the Hornets haven’t consistently won, they have consistently covered. They are 6-2 ATS in their last 8 and 8-1 ATS as an underdog of 8 or fewer. Charlotte has covered in 3 of its last 4 games. It has held games close, although it does struggle to close out games.

The Bucks are 3-4-1 ATS in their last 8 games, and 2 of their last 4 wins were within a 7.5-point margin. Milwaukee is 4-4-1 ATS and will be on the second night of a back-to-back, so it might have some tired legs as well.

Couple it all together, and back HORNETS +7.5 (-110).

Over/Under

BET OVER 224.5 (-115).

The Bucks have gone Over in 3 of their last 5 games and scored at least 122 in 2 straight. They have allowed at least 115 in 3 of their last 5 as well.

With a young team, the Hornets shouldn’t be opposed to pushing the pace. Charlotte has scored at least 114 points in 4 straight games and is 4-0 O/U in those. It has allowed at least 114 in 5 straight.

With those trends in mind, take OVER 224.5 (-115).

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Indiana Pacers at Milwaukee Bucks odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Indiana Pacers (6-9) lock up in NBA Cup group play against the Milwaukee Bucks (6-9) Friday at Fiserv Forum. Tip-off is set for 8 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Pacers vs. Bucks odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: First meeting; Pacers won 4-1 in ’23-24 regular season and 4-2 in first round of playoffs

The Pacers laid an egg in a 130-113 loss at the Houston Rockets Wednesday night. They failed to win and cover in the fourth of 5 games as 5.5-point dogs. G Tyrese Haliburton had 4 points and 8 dimes in 30 minutes in a nauseating performance.

After some rumblings of some discontent in the locker room, the Bucks have livened up. They’ve won 4 of 5 with the latest being a 122-106 victory over the Chicago Bulls Wednesday. F Giannis Antetokounmpo had 41 points, 9 boards and 8 assists.

Pacers at Bucks odds

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Moneyline (ML): Pacers +180 (bet $100 to win $180) | Bucks -225 (bet $225 to win $100)
Against the spread: Pacers +5.5 (-110) | Bucks -5.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 237.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Pacers at Bucks key injuries

Pacers

G Andrew Nembhard (knee) out
G Aaron Nesmith (ankle) out
C James Wiseman (Achilles) out

Bucks

F Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) probable
F Khris Middleton (ankle) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Pacers at Bucks picks and predictions

Prediction

Bucks 120, Pacers 108

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