The Bucks are gearing up to take on the Los Angeles Lakers on Tuesday, Mar 26. The game is slated for 7:30 ET and will be broadcast on TNT. Milwaukee comes into this game as 9-point favorites with the total set at 231.5. How will this matchup unfold? Let’s get into the Bucks vs. Lakers predictions below.
Bucks vs. Lakers Odds
- Spread: Bucks -9
- Total 231.5
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Game Info
- Date: Tuesday, Mar 26
- Time: 7:30 ET
- Location: Fiserv Forum, Milwaukee WI
- TV: TNT
Lakers Betting Trends
- Over their last five games, the Lakers have an over/under record of 3-2 and are 2-3 vs. the spread.
- Through their last five road contests, the Lakers offense has averaged 116 points per game while allowing an average of 121. Los Angeles posted an overall record of 2-3 while going 2-3 ATS.
- Through their last three games as the underdog, the Lakers have an ATS record of 2-1 and a straight up mark of 2-1.
Bucks Betting Trends
- In their last five games, the Bucks have an over/under record of 2-3 and are 4-1 vs. the spread.
- Across their last three home contests, Milwaukee has a 2-1 record vs the spread. Their overall mark in these games was 1-2, while averaging 112 points per game.
- In their last five games as the betting favorite, the Bucks have a strong straight up record of 4-1. In addition, their ATS record was 3-2 in these scenarios.
Taking a Look at the Lakers Chances in Milwaukee
In games where the Lakers have been the underdog this season, the average scoring margin is -4.5 points per game. As the underdog, their ATS record is 16-16, and they have covered the spread in their last two games as the underdog.
On the road, the Lakers have an ATS record of 13-19, and they are 12-20 straight up. The team’s average scoring differential on the road is -5.8 points per game.
For the season, the Lakers have an O/U record of 40-31, and their games have averaged 235.3 points per game. Today’s O/U line is set at 231.5.
The Lakers are currently 9th in the Western Conference with a record of 39-32. In their last three games, they have gone 3-0 and are 13-19 as the underdog this season.
In their last game, the Lakers defeated the Pacers by a score of 150-145. The O/U line for that game was 239.5, and the Lakers covered the spread as 2.5-point favorites.
When it comes to scoring, the Lakers are 8th in the NBA at 117.7 points per game. However, they have scored slightly less on the road, averaging 115.9 points per game.
Los Angeles is one of the top shooting teams in the league, ranking 2nd in field goal percentage at 50%. They are also 7th in true shooting percentage.
Despite being one of the top scoring teams in the league, the Lakers are just 23rd in three-pointers made per game. Overall, they are 7th in three-point shooting percentage.
Coming into the game, the Lakers’ defense has finished three straight games with an increased number of points allowed. Overall, they are 23rd in the league at 117.6 points per game allowed. When it comes to defending inside the arc, the Lakers squad is permitting opposing teams to shoot at a clip of 54.3% inside the arc, and they’re also giving up 37.5% from downtown.
Can Milwaukee Secure a Home Victory?
At home this season, the Bucks are 29-7 and have won six straight games. They are favored by 9 points today and have been favored in 59 of their 71 games. Milwaukee has a scoring differential of +7.4 points per game at home.
In their last game, the Bucks defeated the Thunder by a score of 118-93. The O/U line for that game was 234 points, and Milwaukee covered the spread (-2.5).
Milwaukee’s O/U record for the season is 35-36, and their games have averaged a combined 237.4 points per game. Today’s O/U line is set at 231.5.
The Bucks are 2nd in the Eastern Conference with a record of 46-25. In non-conference games, they are 15-11 and 31-14 against other Eastern Conference teams.
This season, the Bucks have an ATS record of 32-39, going 17-19 ATS at home and 15-20 ATS on the road. In their last two games, they have covered the spread.
At home, the Bucks are averaging 122.9 points per game, which is the 3rd best mark in the NBA. Overall, Milwaukee is 3rd in points per game at 120.6. This season, they have outscored the league average in 66.2% of their games.
When it comes to three-point shooting, the Bucks are 5th in the league in three-point percentage at 37%. They are also 4th in three-point makes at 14.4 per game. In terms of pace, Milwaukee is 5th in the NBA.
So far this season, the Bucks have made 49% of their field goal attempts, which is 7th in the NBA. In terms of free throws, they are 4th in makes at 19.1 per game and 2nd in attempts at 24.6.
Coming into today’s game, the Bucks’ defense is giving up an average of 116.9 points per contest. When it comes to forced turnovers, the Bucks are forcing 12.2 per game, which is 8th in the league. They also come into the game sitting 16th in blocked shots at 5 per game.
Bucks vs. Lakers Player Prop
A player prop we are looking at is Giannis Antetokounmpo and his points prop of 29.5. Currently, the over for this prop is sitting at a payout of -130 while the under is at -105. Our projections have Giannis Antetokounmpo going 12/19 from the field on his way to 31 points. Our recommended bet is take the over on his prop bet with a payout of -130.
- The Prop: Giannis Antetokounmpo Over 29.5 Points (-130)
Bucks vs. Lakers Predictions
For a point-spread wager in this Bucks vs. Lakers game, we suggest taking the Lakers at +9. Even though our predictions have the Bucks winning 118-117, we see the Lakers as the better choice on the point-spread.
Right now, the over/under line for the game is sitting at 231.5 and given that our model is projecting 235 points between the teams, we like the over.
The Pick: Lakers +9 | at Fanduel Sportsbook