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The Washington Wizards (4-21) and Milwaukee Bucks (15-12) 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: Bucks lead 1-0
The Wizards ended their 3-game losing streak Thursday with a 123-114 win over the Charlotte Hornets, covering as 4-point home underdogs. The Over 226 hit, fueled by a solid showing from Washington. They held Charlotte to just 18.6% shooting from deep (8-of-43). G Jordan Poole stepped up big, dropping 27 points while adding 4 assists, 3 rebounds, 2 steals and 2 blocks in a complete effort to seal the win.
The Bucks’ 4-game win streak was snapped Friday with a 124-101 loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers, failing to cover as 8.5-point road underdogs. The Over 221 cashed in the game. Despite a stellar performance from 2-time MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo, who posted 33 points, 14 rebounds, 3 assists and 3 steals, Milwaukee couldn’t overcome 20 turnovers, which proved too costly in the loss.
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 1:40 p.m. ET.
- Moneyline (ML): Wizards +475 (bet $100 to win $475) | Bucks -650 (bet $650 to win $100)
- Against the spread (ATS): Wizards +11.5 (-110) | Bucks -11.5 (-110)
- Over/Under (O/U): 221.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)
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Wizards at Bucks key injuries
Wizards
- F Saddiq Bey (knee) out
- F Kyle Kuzma (ribs) out
Bucks
(Not yet posted; list is from Friday’s game)
- G Damian Lillard (calf) questionable
- F Khris Middleton (ankle) questionable
For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.
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Wizards at Bucks picks and predictions
Prediction
Bucks 118, Wizards 112
Moneyline
PASS.
The Bucks (-650) will get the victory on Saturday night, but Washington will keep this game closer than most will expect. I’ll take my bet to the spread.
Against the spread
BET WIZARDS +11.5 (-110).
The Wizards have been more competitive lately, covering the spread in 4 of their last 5 games, including against strong teams like the Boston Celtics and Cavaliers. They’ve also covered in their last 3 matchups with the Bucks, including 2 games in Milwaukee.
The Bucks are 2-3 against the spread in their last 5 games. With Washington having an extra day of rest while the Bucks play on a back-to-back, I expect the Wizards to keep this game close and cover.
Over/Under
BET OVER 221.5 (-110).
The Over has hit in the last 5 matchups between these teams. Washington is 3-2-1 against the Over in their last 6, while Milwaukee is 3-2 in their last 5. Both teams went over in their last games. With the Wizards allowing a league-worst 122.6 points per game, expect another high-scoring contest in Milwaukee.
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