Milwaukee vs. Utah: NBA Match Prediction
Milwaukee will face Utah at home on November 8 in an NBA regular season game. The match will take place at the Fiserv Forum in Wisconsin and will start at 04:00 MSK. The Bucks suffered a loss to Cleveland in their previous away game. Can Doc Rivers' team bounce back in front of their fans against the Jazz, and what bets should you consider? - find out in our preview.
Match announcement
Milwaukee Bucks
Current Form
Milwaukee has lost six consecutive games. On November 5, the Bucks, without their star player Giannis Antetokounmpo, were narrowly defeated by league leader Cleveland with a score of 114-116. Damian Lillard led the team with 36 points. Bobby Portis achieved a double-double with 21 points, 18 rebounds, and one assist. AJ Green scored 21 points, while Brook Lopez added 13.
The Wisconsin team (one win and six losses) is currently 14th in the Eastern Conference standings.
Suspensions and Injuries
Starting lineup player Khris Middleton remains sidelined. Giannis Antetokounmpo's participation in the game is questionable.
Betting Insights
Milwaukee and Utah average 222 points in their head-to-head matchups (based on the last ten games).
Projected Lineup
Damian Lillard — Gary Trent — Bobby Portis — Giannis Antetokounmpo — Brook Lopez.
Utah Jazz
Current Form
On November 5, Utah defeated Chicago on the road with a score of 135-126, ending a six-game losing streak. Keyonte George made the biggest impact with 33 points. John Collins achieved a double-double with 28 points, 13 rebounds, and five assists. Collin Sexton contributed 24 points. The Jazz, with one win and six losses, are in 15th place in the West.
Suspensions and Injuries
Lauri Markkanen and Jordan Clarkson, two starters, will miss the next game.
Betting Insights
Throughout franchise history, Utah has defeated Milwaukee in 60 games. The Bucks have won 49 matchups against the Jazz.
Projected Lineup
Keyonte George — Collin Sexton — Cody Williams — Kyle Filipowski — Walker Kessler.
Trends
Bet Collins Total Points Over 18.5
Collins averages 16.8 points per game
1.87Bet Kessler Total Rebounds Over 12.5
Kessler averages 11.6 rebounds per match
1.88Tip and bets
Milwaukee started the season poorly. Utah did too. However, for the Bucks, the start can be called sensationally disastrous. In the previous game, they lost to the league leader. It's time to get back on track. Doc Rivers' team must secure a victory against a weaker opponent with strong support from their fans and finally break their losing streak.
Our prediction — Milwaukee to win with a handicap of (-8.5) points including overtime at 1.76
Bet on Individual Total
Milwaukee will field an almost full-strength lineup. With all the leaders on the court, the Wisconsin team doesn't show very high scoring. The average points scored is 111.7. At home games, it's noticeably higher — 117.6. This time, Rivers' squad can significantly load the basket against a weaker opponent.
Our prediction — Milwaukee's individual total over 120.5 points including overtime at 1.96
Bet on the First Half
Milwaukee players are not in the best spirits after an unsuccessful trip to Cleveland. The Bucks will undoubtedly strive for victory. From the first minutes of the game, the Wisconsin team will show who's in charge at the Fiserv Forum and seize the initiative.
Our prediction — Milwaukee to win the first half at 1.36