The Milwaukee Bucks and Toronto Raptors meet Tuesday in NBA action at the Scotiabank Arena. Here’s a Raptors vs Bucks Prediction. This article will include a Raptors vs Bucks Pick.
Milwaukee Bucks Betting Preview
The Milwaukee Bucks beat the Pacers, lost to the Kings, and they play the Bulls next. The Bucks have won 13 of their last 15 regular season games.
The Milwaukee Bucks are averaging 122.7 points on 51.8 percent shooting and allowing 118 points on 45.8 percent shooting. Giannis Antetokounmpo is averaging 34.2 points and 13.4 rebounds, while Ryan Rollins is averaging 18.2 points and 3.7 rebounds. Gary Trent Jr. is the third double-digit scorer and AJ Green is grabbing 2.7 rebounds. The Milwaukee Bucks are shooting 40.9 percent from beyond the arc and 69.1 percent from the free throw line. The Milwaukee Bucks are allowing 33.9 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 40.9 rebounds per game.
Toronto Raptors Betting Preview
The Toronto Raptors beat the Cavs and Grizzlies, and they play the Hawks next. The Raptors have lost 9 of their last 14 games.
The Toronto Raptors are averaging 119.6 points on 50.4 percent shooting and allowing 120.6 points on 50 percent shooting. Brandon Ingram is averaging 22.3 points and 5.9 rebounds, while Scottie Barnes is averaging 20.6 points and 7.4 rebounds. RJ Barrett is the third double-digit scorer, and Immanuel Quickly is dishing 6.3 assists. The Toronto Raptors are shooting 38.8 percent from beyond the arc and 75.4 percent from the free-throw line. The Toronto Raptors are allowing 5.6 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 39.8 rebounds per game.
Why the Toronto Raptors will win
- The Bucks have lost each of their last 10 games as road underdogs when playing with a rest disadvantage.
- The Raptors have won four of their last five games against Eastern Conference opponents.
- The favorites have covered the spread in nine of the Raptors’ last 10 games at Scotiabank Arena.
- The Bucks have failed to cover the spread in nine of their last 10 games as road underdogs when playing with a rest disadvantage.
Why the Milwaukee Bucks will win
- The Raptors have lost each of their last seven home games against Central Division opponents that held a winning record.
- The Bucks have won each of their last six night games against teams that held a losing record.
- The Bucks have covered the spread in each of their last seven games as underdogs following a road win.
- The Raptors have failed to cover the spread in nine of their last 10 games against Central Division opponents.
Total Points Facts
- Each of the Bucks’ last nine games against Atlantic Division opponents have gone OVER the total points line.
- Each of the Raptors’ last five home games against the Bucks have gone OVER the total points line.
Toronto Raptors Player Facts
- RJ Barrett ranks T3rd in the league for fast break points (32) this season.
- Scottie Barnes ranks 3rd amongst qualified Guards for rebounds per game (7.4) this season.
Milwaukee Bucks Player Facts
- Giannis Antetokounmpo ranks 1st amongst qualified players for points per game (34.0) this season.
- Myles Turner ranks T2nd amongst qualified players for blocks per game (2.3) this season.
Matchup/League Facts
- The Raptors rank 1st in the league for H2 points per game this season (62.4).
- The Raptors rank 2nd in the league for assists per game this season (30.1).
- The Bucks rank 30th in the league for offensive rebounds per game this season (8.3).
- The Bucks rank 30th in the league for free throw percentage this season (69.1%).
Raptors vs Bucks Injury Report
Jakob Poeltl is questionable for the Raptors due to a back injury.
The Bucks will be without Kevin Porter Jr. due to an ankle injury.
Raptors vs Bucks Prediction
I’m assuming the Bucks are underdogs here because they played last night, and there’s always a chance they sit some guys. However, if the Bucks play their key guys, this is a game they probably should win. The Bucks have won 7 of the last 10 games against the Raptors, which includes a win a couple of weeks ago. The Raptors have underachieved up to this point and despite two straight wins, I’m not convinced just yet. The Bucks are 5-2 SU and ATS on the season, and they’ll have the best player on the floor. Give me the points.