The Cavaliers are set to face the Milwaukee Bucks on Wednesday, Jan 17. The game is scheduled for 7:30 ET while airing on ESPN. Milwaukee enters this game as 3.5-point favorites with the total set at 236.5. How will this one play out? Let’s dive into the Cavaliers vs Bucks players props and predictions below.
Cavaliers vs. Bucks Odds
- Spread: Bucks -3.5
- Total 236.5
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Game Info
- Date: Wednesday, Jan 17
- Time: 7:30 ET
- Location: Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse, Cleveland OH
- TV: ESPN
Bucks Betting Trends
- Over their last five games, the Bucks have an over/under record of 3-2 and are 1-4 vs. the spread.
- Although Milwaukee has a straight up record of 3-2 in their last five road games, they have not held up as well vs. the spread going 2-3. The team averaged 125 points per game in these games.
- Through their previous five contests as the betting favorite, the Bucks have a strong record of 3-2. Their record vs the spread in these matchups is 1-4.
Cavaliers Betting Trends
- In their last five games, the Cavaliers have an over/under record of 1-3-1 and are 4-1 vs. the spread.
- In their last ten games at home, the Cavaliers have a straight up record of 6-4 while going 6-2-2 vs. the spread. The team averaged 110 points per game in this stretch.
- As the betting underdog, the Cavaliers have an ATS mark of just 1-2 in their last three games. Cleveland posted a straight up mark of 1-2 in these matchups.
Will Milwaukee Be The Talk of Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse?
As they prepare for today’s game, the Bucks are focused on extending their three game winning streak. So far this season, the Bucks are 28-12 overall. On the road, the Bucks are 9-8 compared to their 19-4 record at home.
In their game against the Kings, Milwaukee scored 143 points, which is higher than their season-average of 125 points per game. This season, the Bucks have been pushing the pace on offense, averaging 102 possessions per game. In terms of field goal attempts per game, they are 13th in the league and are shooting 50% from the field for the season.
When it comes to points allowed per game, the Milwaukee Bucks are ranked 24th in the NBA at 119.9. Over their last five games, they have given up an average of 121.2 points per game, which is 25th in the league in that span.
So far this season, opposing teams have scored more than their season average in 65.0% of their games vs. the Bucks. In terms of three-point shooting, Milwaukee is 8th in the NBA at 33.7%.
One area where the Bucks have excelled on defense is in the rebounding department. They are 9th in the league in rebounds per game and 3rd in defensive rebounds.
Will the Cavaliers Secure A Victory as Home Underdogs?
With a 23-15 record, the Cavaliers are looking to add to their above .500 mark as they take on the Bucks. This season, the Cavaliers have gone 14-8 at home and 9-7 on the road.
In their most recent game, the Cavaliers put up 109 points on offense vs. the Bulls. They shot 41.1% from the field and knocked down 20 threes. Leading the way for the Cavaliers in scoring was Donovan Mitchell with 34 points. Caris LeVert added 16 points as well.
When it comes to defense, the Cleveland Cavaliers have been one of the best units in the league this season, ranking 3rd in points allowed per game at 110.7. They have been especially tough on opposing offenses over their last five games, giving up just 99.8 points per contest, which is the best mark in the NBA over that span.
On the year, Cleveland has done a good job of limiting their opponents’ field goal percentage, coming in 5th in the league at 46.1%. They have also been strong inside, ranking 5th in two-point shooting percentage allowed at 52.6%.
Despite their success on the defensive end, the Cavaliers have struggled to keep opponents off the free-throw line, giving up 23.5 made free throws per game, which is 21st in the NBA.
Cavaliers vs. Bucks Player Prop
A player prop we are looking at is Giannis Antetokounmpo and his points prop of 32.5. Currently, the over for this prop is sitting at a payout of -120 while the under is at -111. Our projections have Giannis Antetokounmpo going 13/21 from the field on his way to 34 points. Our recommended bet is take the over on his prop bet with a payout of -120.
- The Prop: Giannis Antetokounmpo Over 32.5 Points (-120)
Cavaliers vs. Bucks Predictions
Not only do we have the Bucks winning this one by a score of 119-112, but we see them covering the spread. Our pick is to grab the Bucks at -3.5.
As for the over/under, the the line is currently at 236.5, and our model projects the Bucks and Cavaliers to reach a combined total of 231 points. Our bet is on taking the under.
The Pick: Bucks -3.5 | at Fanduel Sportsbook
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Our sports betting analysts give their Cavaliers vs. Bucks player props and predictions for this matchup on Wednesday, Jan 17.