The Wizards are all set to face off against the Milwaukee Bucks on Tuesday, Apr 2. Today’s game is slated to tip off at 7:00 ET and will be shown on MNMT. Milwaukee enters this contest as 12.5-point favorites, and the over/under total stands at 228.5. Can the Bucks come out on top as the favorite? Our Wizards vs. Bucks player props and predictions await you below.
Wizards vs. Bucks Odds
- Spread: Bucks -12.5
- Total 228.5
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Game Info
- Date: Tuesday, Apr 2
- Time: 7:00 ET
- Location: Capital One Arena, Washington DC
- TV: MNMT
Bucks Betting Trends
- Over their last five games, the Bucks have an over/under record of 3-2 and are 2-3 vs. the spread.
- When looking at their past ten road matchups, Milwaukee has an ATS record of 6-4 while averaging 111 per game. The team went 5-5 overall in these games.
- Going back to their last ten games as the favorite, the Bucks have a straight up record of 7-3. But, their mark vs the spread was just 6-4.
Wizards Betting Trends
- In their last five games, the Wizards have an over/under record of 2-3 and are 2-3 vs. the spread.
- In their last five games at home, the Wizards have a straight up record of 2-3 while going 2-3 vs the spread. The team’s offense averaged 106 points per game in these contests.
- In their last three games as the betting underdog, the Wizards have a straight up record of 1-2 and an ATS mark of 2-1.
Can the Bucks Lock in a Win at Washington?
The Bucks have an O/U record of 37-37-0 this season, and their games have averaged 237.2 points per game. Today’s O/U line is set at 228.5, which is lower than the season average of 235.6.
Currently, the Bucks are 33-41 ATS this season, going 16-21 ATS on the road and 17-20 ATS at home. As the favorite, they are 28-34 ATS and have gone 5-7 ATS as the underdog.
Looking at their ATS record, the Bucks have failed to cover the spread in their last two games as the favorite. In their most recent game, they were favored by 4.5 points and won 122-113.
In the Eastern Conference, the Bucks are in 2nd place with a record of 47-27. Against other Eastern Conference teams, they are 32-14 and 15-13 against the West. The Bucks have a 1.5 game lead over the 2nd place team in the Central Division.
On offense, the Bucks are one of the most efficient teams in the league, ranking 4th in scoring at 120.4 points per game. They are also 5th in pace, averaging 100.4 possessions per game.
When it comes to three-point shooting, Milwaukee is 4th in made threes at 14.3 per game. Overall, they are 7th in field goal percentage at 49%. However, they are just 28th in offensive rebounds.
So far this season, the Bucks have outscored the NBA scoring average in 66.2% of their games. They are 6th in true shooting percentage and have made the 2nd most free throws in the league.
So far, the Bucks defense is giving up 116.8 points per contest, which has them sitting 21st in the NBA. One thing to note, is they have given up more points than their season average in two straight matchups. When it comes to forced turnovers, the Bucks are forcing 12.2 per game, which is 10th in the league. They also come into the game sitting 16th in blocked shots at 5 per game.
Will the Wizards Secure A Victory as Home Underdogs?
As the Wizards look to snap their three-game losing streak, they are 12.5-point underdogs against the Bucks. In their last three games, Washington has gone 0-3 straight-up and 0-3 against the spread.
Washington’s O/U record for the season is 37-38, and their games have averaged a combined 236.2 points per game. Today’s O/U line is set at 228.5.
Washington’s most recent game was a 119-107 loss to the Heat. The O/U line for that game was 213.5, and the Wizards were 11-point underdogs going into the game.
On the season, the Wizards are 14-61 and are currently in 14th place in the Eastern Conference. Against the Eastern Conference, they are 10-38 and 4-23 against non-conference opponents.
For the season, the Wizards are 33-41 ATS, including a 11-25 ATS record at home. As the underdog, they are 32-35 ATS this season.
The Wizards are currently the NBA’s fastest-paced team, averaging 102.2 possessions per game. Despite their pace, they are just 17th in scoring at 113.3 points per game. At home, they are 22nd in scoring at 112.4 points per game.
Washington’s offense is heavily reliant on two-point shots, as they are 6th in the NBA in two-point field goals made per game. Overall, they are shooting 46% from the field, which is 17th in the league.
When it comes to three-point shooting, the Wizards are 21st in made threes at 12.2 per game. However, they have struggled with efficiency, shooting just 34% from beyond the arc.
Facing Milwaukee, the Wizards aims for a better defensive performance, given their current average of 123.0 points allowed per game (30th). Inside the arc, the Wizards defense is giving up a shooting percentage of 57.4% and 36.0% from three-point territory.
Wizards vs. Bucks Player Prop
A player prop we are looking at is Giannis Antetokounmpo and his points prop of 34.5. Currently, the over for this prop is sitting at a payout of -109 while the under is at -125. In this game against the Wizards, we suggest betting on the under for Giannis Antetokounmpo and his points prop set at 34.5. Our player projection model anticipates him not reaching his prop, with a projected total of 30.
- The Prop: Giannis Antetokounmpo Under 34.5 Points (-125)
Wizards vs. Bucks Predictions
For a pick on the point-spread in this Bucks vs. Wizards matchup, our bet is to grab the Wizards at +12.5. Even though our projections have the Bucks winning 118-107, we see the Wizards as the play on the point-spread.
As for the total, the line is currently sitting at 228.5 and our model has the Bucks and Wizards finishing with a combined 225 points. Our pick is to take the under.
The Pick: Wizards +12.5 | at Fanduel Sportsbook