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Philadelphia 76ers at Milwaukee Bucks odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Philadelphia 76ers at Milwaukee Bucks odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Philadelphia 76ers and Milwaukee Bucks open their seasons Thursday at Fiserv Forum. Tip-off is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET (TNT). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the 76ers vs. Bucks odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Season series: First meeting of 2023; split last season’s series 2-2

The 76ers moved on from coach Doc Rivers in the offseason, replacing him with Nick Nurse. Philadelphia finished with a 54-28 record last season before being eliminated in the Eastern Conference Semifinals for the 3rd straight year despite C Joel Embiid winning his 1st NBA MVP award.

The Bucks also made a coaching change, replacing coach Mike Budenholzer with Adrian Griffin in the offseason. After getting bounced in the 1st round of the playoffs in 2022-23, Milwaukee acquired G Damian Lillard to pair with F Giannis Antetokounmpo.

76ers at Bucks odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 8:41 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): 76ers +195 (bet $100 to win $195) | Bucks -250 (bet $250 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): 76ers +5.5 (-105) | Bucks -5.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 224.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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76ers at Bucks key injuries

76ers

G James Harden (conditioning) out

Bucks

None

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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76ers at Bucks picks and predictions

Prediction

Bucks 116, 76ers 106

Moneyline

Even though the Bucks are expected to secure the win at home, just AVOID the moneyline in this game. Betting on a team at -250 odds isn’t advised in any circumstance.

Against the spread

BUCKS -5.5 (-115) is an enticing wager as the 76ers are without Harden amid trade rumors, and the Bucks have the clear edge in talent. Even with Milwaukee bringing F Khris Middleton along cautiously off of a knee injury, it’s hard to see Lillard and Antetokounmpo struggling to gel in the season opener.

The Bucks went 24-18-2 ATS at home last season and the 76ers appear to be in disarray before the season even starts.

Over/Under

UNDER 224.5 (-105) is the lean in this contest as it’s tough to see how the 76ers will generate consistent points outside of Embiid. The Bucks should also boast one of the best defensive units again with Antetokounmpo and C Brook Lopez manning the frontcourt.

In the 4 meetings between the 76ers and the Bucks last season, the Under went 3-1.

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Memphis Grizzlies at Milwaukee Bucks odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s Memphis Grizzlies at New Orleans Pelicans odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Memphis Grizzlies (50-30) visit the Milwaukee Bucks (58-22) on Friday at Fiserv Forum. Tip-off is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET (NBA TV). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Grizzlies vs. Bucks odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Grizzlies failed to cover as 6.5-point road underdogs in Wednesday’s 138-131 overtime loss to the New Orleans Pelicans. A Memphis win, or Sacramento Kings loss, will lock the Grizzlies into the 2nd seed in the Western Conference.

The Bucks defeated the Chicago Bulls 105-92 Wednesday as 5-point home favorites. Milwaukee is locked into the No. 1 seed in the Eastern Conference, so starters will likely sit for the final 2 games of the season.

This will be the second meeting between the Grizzlies and the Bucks this season. Memphis won 142-101 as a 3-point favorite and the Over (226.5) connected in the first meeting on Dec. 15.

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Grizzlies at Bucks odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 9:25 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Grizzlies -300 (bet $300 to win $100) | Bucks +250 (bet $100 to win $250)
Against the spread (ATS): Grizzlies -7.5 (-110) | Bucks +7.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 226.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Grizzlies at Bucks key injuries

Grizzlies

C Steven Adams (knee) out
F Santi Aldama (elbow) doubtful
F Brandon Clarke (Achilles) out

Bucks

G Grayson Allen (ankle) out
F Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) out
F Pat Connaughton (ankle) out
G Jrue Holiday (rest) out
C Brook Lopez (rest) out
F Khris Middleton (knee) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Grizzlies at Bucks picks and predictions

Prediction

Grizzlies 119, Bucks 110

Moneyline

AVOID.

The Bucks (+250) are going to be without all 5 of their starters, but it remains to be seen who gets run for the Grizzlies (-300) given they are unable to reach the No. 1 seed in the Western Conference.

Against the spread

GRIZZLIES -7.5 (-110) is the lean in this game under the assumption that G Ja Morant, G Desmond Bane, and F Jaren Jackson Jr. get their normal run. The Bucks won’t have 6 players that are in their usual rotation and the Grizzlies won by 41 points in the 1st meeting.

Memphis is 5-1 ATS in the last 6 meetings with Milwaukee dating back to 2020.

Over/Under

LEAN OVER 226.5 (-110).

Even with the uncertainty of who is going to play on Friday, I’ll take the Over. The Grizzlies have allowed 114 or more points in 6 of their last 10 games and the Bucks aren’t going to have their usual premier defenders on the floor.

The Over is 4-0-1 in the last 5 meetings between these teams in Milwaukee.

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Boston Celtics at Milwaukee Bucks odds, picks and predictions

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

The Boston Celtics (52-24) will square off against the Milwaukee Bucks (55-21) on Thursday at Fiserv Forum. Tip-off is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET (TNT). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Celtics vs. Bucks odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Celtics lost 130-111 to the Washington Wizards on Tuesday despite being 10.5-point road favorites. Boston is 3 games behind Milwaukee for the No. 1 seed in the Eastern Conference.

The Bucks covered as 12.5-point road favorites Wednesday in a 149-136 win over the Indiana Pacers. Milwaukee has won 5 of its last 6 games.

The Celtics and the Bucks have split 2 games this season, each winning at home. Boston won 139-118 as a 4-point favorite on Dec. 25 while Milwaukee failed to cover a 9.5-point spread on Feb. 14, winning 131-125 in overtime. The Over 226.5 cashed in both games.

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Celtics at Bucks odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 8:27 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Celtics +125 (bet $100 to win $125) | Bucks -145 (bet $145 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Celtics +2.5 (-115) | Bucks -2.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 236.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Celtics at Bucks key injuries

Celtics

C Robert Williams III (knee) questionable
F Grant Williams (illness) questionable

Bucks

Not yet submitted

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Celtics at Bucks picks and predictions

Prediction

Bucks 122, Celtics 116

Moneyline

If you’re able to get the BUCKS (-145) at the current odds or better, then there’s some value in taking their moneyline. But if they are available at -155 odds or worse, then taking Milwaukee isn’t worth the risk.

Against the spread

BUCKS -2.5 (-105) is the pick in this highly-anticipated contest between 2 of the top teams in the NBA. Assuming Milwaukee plays some combo of F Giannis Antetokounmpo and/or G Jrue Holiday and F Khris Middleton, then it should be able to take care of business at home.

The Bucks are 10-2 ATS in their last 12 games playing on 0 days of rest.

Over/Under

LEAN OVER 236.5 (-110).

This is a crucial game in the Eastern Conference playoff race and both teams have talented scorers on the court. Both teams are top 13 in offensive rating and this is a pace-up game for Boston.

The Celtics have hit the Over in 4 straight road games and the Over is 8-2 in the last 10 meetings when the Bucks are the home team.

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Indiana Pacers at Milwaukee Bucks odds, picks and predictions

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

The Indiana Pacers (31-38) face the Milwaukee Bucks (50-19) Thursday at Fiserv Forum. Tip-off is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Pacers vs. Bucks odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Pacers lost 117-97 to the Detroit Pistons on Monday as 4-point road favorites. Indiana is only 1 game behind the Washington Wizards for the No. 10 seed in the Eastern Conference.

The Bucks beat the Phoenix Suns 116-104 on Tuesday to cover as 1-point road favorites. Milwaukee is 2.5 games ahead of the Boston Celtics for the No. 1 seed in the Eastern Conference.

The Pacers and the Bucks meet for the 3rd time this season. Milwaukee won and covered the spread in each of the 1st 2 meetings, while the Over was also achieved in both meetings.

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Pacers at Bucks odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 8:17 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Pacers +750 (bet $100 to win $750) | Bucks -1100 (bet $1,100 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Pacers +13.5 (-110) | Bucks -13.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 236.5 (O: -108 | U: -112)

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Pacers at Bucks key injuries

Pacers

G Chris Duarte (ankle) out
G Tyrese Haliburton (ankle) questionable
G Buddy Hield (foot) questionable
G Bennedict Mathurin (ankle) out
G T.J. McConnell (back) questionable
C Myles Turner (back) questionable

Bucks

G Grayson Allen (foot) out
F Jae Crowder (calf) probable
C Brook Lopez (ankle) questionable

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Pacers at Bucks picks and predictions

Prediction

Bucks 126, Pacers 110

Moneyline

AVOID.

The Bucks should have no trouble securing the victory at home on Thursday against a hobbled Pacers squad, but taking them straight up at the current odds (-1100) isn’t a wise idea.

Against the spread

BUCKS -13.5 (-110) is the pick in this game with the Pacers potentially being without multiple starters. Meanwhile, F Giannis Antetokounmpo, F Khris Middleton, and G Jrue Holiday are absent from the injury report for Milwaukee.

The Bucks are 10-1 ATS in their last 11 games against a team with a losing record, while the Pacers are 1-8 ATS in the last 9 road meetings.

Over/Under

LEAN OVER 236.5 (-108).

Even with the Pacers potentially missing a couple of starters, there should be plenty of points scored in this contest. Indiana is 7-1 to the Over in its last 8 games against a team with a winning record, and Milwaukee is 8-2 to the Over in its last 10 home games against a team with a losing road record.

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Milwaukee Bucks at Sacramento Kings odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Milwaukee Bucks at Sacramento Kings odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Milwaukee Bucks (48-19) square off against the Sacramento Kings (40-26) on Monday at Golden 1 Center. Tip-off is scheduled for 10 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Bucks vs. Kings odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Bucks lost 125-116 in overtime to the Golden State Warriors on Saturday and failed to cover as 3.5-point road underdogs. Milwaukee has won 19 of its last 21 games and is 1.5 games ahead of the Boston Celtics for the No. 1 seed in the Eastern Conference.

The Kings covered as 3.5-point underdogs in Saturday’s 128-119 win over the Phoenix Suns. Sacramento is on a 3-game win streak and is the current No. 2 seed in the Western Conference.

Milwaukee covered as a 6.5-point home favorite in a 126-113 victory and the Over (236) connected in the first meeting this season between these teams on Dec. 7.

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Bucks at Kings odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 11:10 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Bucks -130 (bet $130 to win $100) | Kings +110 (bet $100 to win $110)
Against the spread (ATS): Bucks -2.5 (-105) | Kings +2.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 244.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Bucks at Kings key injuries

Bucks

F Giannis Antetokounmpo (hand) questionable

Kings

None

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Bucks at Kings picks and predictions

Prediction

Bucks 126, Kings 123

Moneyline

BUCKS (-130) is how I’d play the moneyline in this matchup assuming that Antetokounmpo returns on Monday. Milwaukee has the best record in the NBA and is a solid 20-13 on the road.

Against the spread

BUCKS -2.5 (-105) is the pick in this contest despite Milwaukee being the road team. The Kings have been impressive this season, but if Antetokounmpo plays, it’ll be a tough game for the No. 2 seed in the West.

Milwaukee is 9-1 ATS in its last 10 road games and is 11-5 ATS in its last 16 road meetings against Sacramento.

Over/Under

Despite it being such a high total, OVER 244.5 (-112) is the lean in this battle between 2 of the top teams in the league. Both teams are top 11 in pace and in the top half of the league in effective field-goal percentage.

The Over is 22-4 in the last 26 meetings between these squads.

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Milwaukee Bucks at Orlando Magic odds, picks and predictions

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

The Milwaukee Bucks (46-18) take on the Orlando Magic (27-38) Tuesday at Amway Center. Tip-off is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Bucks vs. Magic odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Bucks defeated the Washington Wizards 117-111 to cover as 5.5-point road favorites on Sunday. Milwaukee has won 17 of its last 18 games and is the No. 1 seed in the Eastern Conference.

The Magic were unable to cover as 2.5-point home favorites in Sunday’s 122-119 loss to the Portland Trail Blazers. Orlando has alternated wins and losses in its last 12 contests.

Milwaukee and Orlando will be squaring off for the third time this season. The Bucks won both games and the Over was split in the first two meetings.

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Bucks at Magic odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 8:34 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Bucks -280 (bet $280 to win $100) | Magic +235 (bet $100 to win $235)
Against the spread (ATS): Bucks -6.5 (-120) | Magic +6.5 (+100)
Over/Under (O/U): 233.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Bucks at Magic key injuries

Bucks

F Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) probable
G Jrue Holiday (neck) questionable

Magic

C Wendell Carter Jr. (hip) questionable
G Gary Harris (adductor) questionable
F Jonathan Isaac (adductor) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Bucks at Magic picks and predictions

Prediction

Bucks 122, Magic 111

Moneyline

AVOID.

The Bucks (-280) should secure the road victory assuming that Antetokounmpo plays, but taking them to win at the current odds isn’t advised.

Against the spread

BET BUCKS -6.5 (-120).

F Khris Middleton isn’t on the injury report for Tuesday’s matchup and the Bucks have been arguably the best team in basketball for over a month. Milwaukee is 8-0 ATS in its last 8 road games and Orlando is 0-4 ATS in its last 4 home games.

Over/Under

UNDER 233.5 (-110) is the lean in this showdown with the Magic having the 6th-worst offensive rating in the NBA. The Under has hit in 6 of the last 10 meetings between these teams.

The Bucks are 4-0 to the Under in their last 4 games playing on 1 day of rest, and the Magic are 5-0 to the Under in their last 5 games following a loss.

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Milwaukee Bucks at Brooklyn Nets odds, picks and predictions

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

The Milwaukee Bucks (43-17) face the Brooklyn Nets (34-26) Tuesday at Barclays Center. Tip-off is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Bucks vs. Nets odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Bucks defeated the Phoenix Suns 104-101 on Sunday as 3.5-point home favorites. Milwaukee is currently on a 14-game win streak and is now the No. 1 seed in the Eastern Conference.

The Nets covered as 6.5-point road underdogs in their 129-127 loss to the Atlanta Hawks on Sunday. Brooklyn has lost 2 games in a row and is 3-7 in its last 10 contests.

This will be the third meeting between the Bucks and the Nets this season. Milwaukee and Brooklyn split the first two games and the Under connected in both.

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Bucks at Nets odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 8:38 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Bucks -200 (bet $200 to win $100) | Nets +170 (bet $100 to win $170)
Against the spread (ATS): Bucks -5.5 (-102) | Nets +5.5 (-118)
Over/Under (O/U): 232.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Bucks at Nets key injuries

Bucks

F Giannis Antetokounmpo (quad) probable
G Wesley Matthews (calf) out

Nets

G Ben Simmons (knee) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Bucks at Nets picks and predictions

Prediction

Bucks 118, Nets 108

Moneyline

AVOID.

Even with the Bucks (-200) expected to secure the victory on the road, I wouldn’t advise taking them to win at the current odds.

Against the spread

BUCKS -5.5 (-102) is an enticing wager with Antetokounmpo expected to return Tuesday. Milwaukee is expected to have its typical rotation for the first time in a while and Brooklyn has struggled recently.

The Bucks are 6-0 ATS in their last 6 road games and are 36-17-1 ATS in the last 54 meetings with the Nets.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 232.5 (-115).

These teams have surprisingly gone Under often when squaring off against each other and we’re going to run with that despite Antetokounmpo’s expected return. The Nets are playing at the 8th slowest pace in the NBA in their last 10 games.

The Bucks are 11-2-1 to the Under in their last 14 games against a team with a winning record and the Under is 12-3-1 in the last 16 meetings between these teams.

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Milwaukee Bucks at Chicago Bulls odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Milwaukee Bucks at Chicago Bulls odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Milwaukee Bucks (40-17) are going up against the Chicago Bulls (26-32) on Thursday at United Center. Tip-off is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET (TNT). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Bucks vs. Bulls odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Bucks defeated the Boston Celtics 131-125 in overtime on Tuesday but failed to cover as 9.5-point favorites at home. Milwaukee is on an 11-game winning streak.

The Bulls lost 117-113 to the Indiana Pacers on Wednesday and were unable to cover as 2.5-point road underdogs. Chicago is on a 5-game losing skid.

This will be the third meeting between the Bulls and the Bucks this season. The Bulls won outright as underdogs in the first 2 meetings and the Over hit in both games.

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Bucks at Bulls odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 10 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Bucks -320 (bet $320 to win $100) | Bulls +260 (bet $100 to win $260)
Against the spread (ATS): Bucks -7.5 (-118) | Bulls +7.5 (-102)
Over/Under (O/U): 229.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Bucks at Bulls key injuries

Bucks

F Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) probable
F Pat Connaughton (calf) out
F Jae Crowder (conditioning) out
F Bobby Portis (knee) out

Bulls

Not yet submitted

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Bucks at Bulls picks and predictions

Prediction

Bucks 121, Bulls 112

Moneyline

PASS.

Even with the Bucks expected to cruise to a win on the road, it’s not worth taking Milwaukee (-320) at the current odds due to the minimal return.

Against the spread

Assuming that Antetokounmpo is active, BUCKS -7.5 (-118) is the ideal choice in this matchup. This is the final game for both teams before the All-Star break and Milwaukee is only 1 game behind the Boston Celtics for the No. 1 seed in the Eastern Conference.

The Bucks are 5-0 ATS in their last 5 road games and the Bulls are 0-5 ATS in their last 5 games overall.

Over/Under

OVER 229.5 (-115) is how to play the total in this matchup assuming the Bucks have most of their starters available. There were 231 or more points scored in each of the first 2 meetings and Milwaukee has scored 123-plus points in 6 of its last 10 games.

The Bucks are 4-1 to the Over in their last 5 games following an ATS loss.

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Milwaukee Bucks at Portland Trail Blazers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Milwaukee Bucks at Portland Trail Blazers odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Milwaukee Bucks (36-17) face the Portland Trail Blazers (26-27) on Monday at Moda Center. Tip-off is scheduled for 10 p.m. ET (NBA TV). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Bucks vs. Trail Blazers odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Bucks defeated the Miami Heat 123-115 on Saturday to cover as 6-point favorites at home. Milwaukee is currently on a 7-game winning streak and has won 9 of its last 10 contests.

The Trail Blazers lost 129-121 to the Chicago Bulls on Saturday and fell short of covering as 3-point road underdogs. Even with the recent loss, Portland has won 5 of its last 7 games.

The Bucks beat the Blazers 119-111 in Milwaukee on Nov. 21, but didn’t cover the 9.5-point spread as the 214.5 Over cashed.

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Bucks at Trail Blazers odds

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Moneyline (ML): Bucks -170 (bet $170 to win $100) | Trail Blazers +145 (bet $100 to win $145)
Against the spread (ATS): Bucks -4.5 (-105) | Trail Blazers +4.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 239.5 (O: -112 | U: -108)

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Bucks at Trail Blazers key injuries

Bucks

F Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) probable
F Bobby Portis (knee) out

Trail Blazers

C Drew Eubanks (back) probable
C Jusuf Nurkic (calf) out
G Gary Payton (illness) probable
F Justise Winslow (ankle) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Bucks at Trail Blazers picks and predictions

Prediction

Bucks 122, Trail Blazers 114

Moneyline

AVOID.

Taking the Bucks (-170) at the current odds isn’t advised considering the minimal profit you’ll receive if they win. If you’re able to find Milwaukee at -150 odds or better anywhere, then it’s worth taking the moneyline.

Against the spread

With how well Milwaukee has been playing recently, BUCKS -4.5 (-105) is how I’d bet on the spread. Antetokounmpo is averaging 39.4 points, 14.7 rebounds, and 5 assists per game in his last 7 games since returning from injury, and the Trail Blazers have the 4th-worst defensive rating.

The Bucks are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 games against a team with a losing record and 16-6-1 ATS in the last 23 meetings against the Trail Blazers. Meanwhile, Portland is 2-7 ATS in the last 9 games following a loss.

Over/Under

UNDER 239.5 (-108) is an intriguing wager despite the Bucks playing at the 11th fastest pace in the NBA. On the other hand, the Trail Blazers play at the 7th-slowest pace in the league.

Milwaukee has gone Under in 6 of its last 8 road games. The Under is also 7-1 in the last 8 meetings between the Bucks and the Trail Blazers when the game is in Portland.

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Charlotte Hornets at Milwaukee Bucks odds, picks and predictions

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

The Charlotte Hornets (15-36) face the Milwaukee Bucks (33-17) on Tuesday at Fiserv Forum. Tip-off is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Hornets vs. Bucks odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Hornets defeated the Miami Heat 122-117 on Sunday to cover as 5.5-point home underdogs. Charlotte is currently on a 2-game win streak and has won 4 of its last 6 games.

The Bucks handily beat the New Orleans Pelicans 135-110 on Sunday and covered as 10.5-point favorites at home. Milwaukee is on a 4-game win streak and won 3 of those games by 10 or more points.

These teams have split 2 meetings this season straight up and against the spread, with the Over/Under also going 1-1. They most recently met Jan. 6 in Milwaukee as Charlotte escaped with a 138-109 victory as a 10-point underdog and the Over (229.5) connected.

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Hornets at Bucks odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 10:12 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Hornets +475 (bet $100 to win $475) | Bucks -650 (bet $650 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Hornets +10.5 (-102) | Bucks -10.5 (-118)
Over/Under (O/U): 243.5 (O: -112 | U: -108)

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Hornets at Bucks key injuries

Hornets

F Kelly Oubre Jr. (hand) out

Bucks

F Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) probable
F Bobby Portis (knee) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Hornets at Bucks picks and predictions

Prediction

Bucks 122, Hornets 113

Moneyline

AVOID.

Wagering on the Bucks (-650) to win at home at the current odds isn’t worth doing considering the minimal profit you’ll receive if they come away with the victory.

Against the spread

LEAN HORNETS +10.5 (-102).

This is a massive number to cover for the Bucks. With G LaMelo Ball back on the court for the Hornets, I expect them to keep it close enough to cover the spread.

Charlotte is 8-3 ATS in its last 11 meetings against Milwaukee and the Bucks are 4-5 ATS in their 9 games this season when favored by 10 or more points.

Over/Under

While both of these teams are top 12 in pace, the Hornets own the 2nd-worst offensive rating in the NBA, so UNDER 243.5 (-108) is how I’m playing the total.

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