NY -2.5 (-115)
Giannis Antetokounmpo is one of the best players in the world but Milwaukee's supporting cast leaves a lot to be desired, especially in the backcourt where the Bucks lack efficient shot-makers and capable defenders. That depth could really be tested tonight with PG Kevin Porter Jr. sidelined and backup Cole Anthony dealing with an illness. Top to bottom, the Knicks have the better starting lineup. PG Jalen Brunson and C Karl-Anthony Towns are All-Stars with Mikal Bridges, OG Anunoby, and Josh Hart all having the ability to score and defend at a high level on the wing. The Knicks have gone 5-0 SU and ATS in the last five meetings against the Bucks which includes a pair of comfortable wins in Milwaukee.
Giannis Antetokounmpo u31.5 Points Scored (-118)
The Knicks held Giannis Antetokounmpo to 26 PPG across three meetings last season. New York ranks fifth in defensive rating in the early going. That makes sense, considering Mike Brown is a coach who historically prioritizes defense. Giannis has cashed the Under in points once this season in three games, and it will happen again here.
Giannis Antetokounmpo o31.5 Points Scored (+102)
I don't think it's smart to fade Giannis right now as he's a man on a mission. He's averaging 36 points per game, and the Bucks will need every bit of his scoring if they want to pull off the upset as small home underdogs.
Total PicksNY 359, MIL 209
As it relates to three-point attempts, the 5th-least aggressive offense in the NBA since the start of last season has been the Knicks. The Knicks have played at the 5th-slowest pace-of-play in the league since the start of last season.
When it comes to offense, the Knicks's fantastic 47.8% field goal percentage comes in as the 8th-strongest in the league since the start of last season. This year, the opposing team's starting SGs have averaged 6.2 baskets per game (5th-most in the NBA) against the Milwaukee Bucks, labeling this as a strong matchup. The Bucks have played at the 6th-most up-tempo pace-of-play in the league in their home stadium since the start of last season, which should boost possessions for the Knicks. This year, the opposition's starting SGs have attempted 3.3 foul shots per game (6th-most in the NBA) vs. the Bucks, finding it easy to get to the foul line.
As it relates to three-point attempts, the 5th-least aggressive offense in the NBA since the start of last season has been the Knicks. The Knicks have played at the 5th-slowest pace-of-play in the league since the start of last season. The matchup against the Milwaukee Bucks may be a tough one for getting to the foul line; the opposition's starting PFs have attempted just 2.6 foul shots per game over the last 25 games (least in the league).
As it relates to three-point attempts, the 5th-least aggressive offense in the NBA since the start of last season has been the Knicks. The Knicks have played at the 5th-slowest pace-of-play in the league since the start of last season.
In regard to offense, the Bucks's terrific 118.4 points per game while playing at home ranks 5th-highest in the NBA since the start of last season. The 6th-speediest tempo home team in the NBA since the start of last season has been the Milwaukee Bucks.
In regard to offense, the Bucks's terrific 118.4 points per game while playing at home ranks 5th-highest in the NBA since the start of last season. This year, the other team's starting SGs have shot 44.7% on three-pointers (highest in the NBA) against the Knicks, resulting in a favorable matchup. The 6th-speediest tempo home team in the NBA since the start of last season has been the Milwaukee Bucks.
The Bucks are expected to suffer a drop-off in plays today from facing the 5th-most lethargic tempo offense in the NBA since the start of last season (the New York Knicks). Offensive rebounds retain possession and lead to added opportunities for scoring and assists, but the Bucks rank 1stworst in in the league with just 8.4 offensive boards per game since the start of last season.
In regard to offense, the Bucks's terrific 118.4 points per game while playing at home ranks 5th-highest in the NBA since the start of last season. The 6th-speediest tempo home team in the NBA since the start of last season has been the Milwaukee Bucks. The matchup vs. the Knicks is a good one for getting to the charity stripe; the other team's starting PGs have attempted a massive 4.3 free throws per game this year (6th-most in the NBA).
In regard to offense, the Bucks's terrific 118.4 points per game while playing at home ranks 5th-highest in the NBA since the start of last season. The 6th-speediest tempo home team in the NBA since the start of last season has been the Milwaukee Bucks.
As it relates to three-point attempts, the 5th-least aggressive offense in the NBA since the start of last season has been the Knicks. The Knicks have played at the 5th-slowest pace-of-play in the league since the start of last season.
When it comes to offense, the Knicks's fantastic 47.8% field goal percentage comes in as the 8th-strongest in the league since the start of last season. The matchup vs. the Milwaukee Bucks is a strong one for 3-point shots; the opposition's starting PFs have totaled the 7th-most threes per game in the league this year (1.8). The Bucks have played at the 6th-most up-tempo pace-of-play in the league in their home stadium since the start of last season, which should boost possessions for the Knicks. The matchup vs. Milwaukee may be a positive one for getting to the foul line; opposing starting SFs have attempted an enormous 5.6 foul shots per game over the last 5 games when the Bucks are on their home court (3rd-most in the NBA).
When it comes to offense, the Knicks's fantastic 47.8% field goal percentage comes in as the 8th-strongest in the league since the start of last season. The matchup vs. the Milwaukee Bucks is a strong one; they have given up the most points per game in the NBA to the opposing team's starting PGs this year (21.7). The Bucks have played at the 6th-most up-tempo pace-of-play in the league in their home stadium since the start of last season, which should boost possessions for the Knicks. This year when they are the visiting team, the opposing team's starting PGs have attempted 4.6 foul shots per game (5th-most in the league) against the Milwaukee Bucks, succeeding in their efforts to get to the free-throw line.
In regard to offense, the Bucks's terrific 118.4 points per game while playing at home ranks 5th-highest in the NBA since the start of last season. This year when they are on their home court, opposing starting SFs have shot 48.0% on threes (best in the league) vs. the Knicks, branding this as a positive matchup. The 6th-speediest tempo home team in the NBA since the start of last season has been the Milwaukee Bucks.
Bobby Portis has gone over 9.5 in 7 of his last 10 games.
Kyle Kuzma has gone over 8.5 in 7 of his last 10 games.
Jordan Clarkson has gone over 9.5 in 4 of his last 10 games.
Taurean Prince has gone over 5.5 in 5 of his last 8 games.
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| 1 | ozmcgee | 10-0-0 | +12250 |
| 2 | Haloman | 6-4-0 | +10250 |
| 3 | Falcon4242 | 6-4-0 | +9200 |
| 4 | liveactiondockery | 6-4-0 | +8950 |
| 5 | SkipspikS | 9-1-0 | +8900 |
| 6 | Midway28 | 6-4-0 | +8850 |
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| 8 | Badger66 | 7-3-0 | +8500 |
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| 2 | Nittanymac5800 | 7-3-0 | +6550 |
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| 8 | Midway28 | 6-4-0 | +5150 |
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