After losing Game 2 on Tuesday night to the Indiana Pacers with a score of 125-108, the Milwaukee Bucks will now travel to Gainbridge Fieldhouse for the next two games of this first round series. The winner of tonight’s game will take the series lead heading into game 4 on Sunday.
Injury designations for the Bucks include Giannis Antetokounmpo, who is once again doubtful for the contest with a calf injury. Khris Middleton is also on the injury list with an ankle injury. He is listed as a game-time decision. Indiana does not have any injuries listed for tonight’s game.
Milwaukee Bucks vs Indiana Pacers Spread Set at 4.5, Over/Under 224.5 Total Points
The spread for tonight’s matchup is set at 4.5 points in favor of the Pacers. With their star player in Antetokounmpo likely sitting out another game, it will be difficult for the Bucks to pull out the series lead on the road. The Pacers have a home record of 26-15 on the season and went 2-0 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse versus Milwaukee during the regular season.
The total points spread is set at 224.5. During this series, this line has hit once out of the two games played so far. However, both of these teams are amongst the top of the NBA in terms of scoring. The Pacers will likely push the pace once again to get out in transition and Milwaukee is shooting a combined 39.3 percent from behind the arc this series. There is value in the total points line going over 224.5 in tonight’s game.
Brook Lopez Over 1.5 3PM (-140 on FanDuel Sportsbook)
In Tuesday’s matchup, Brook Lopez was lights out from behind the arc making 6 of his 7 attempts. Myles Turner has played drop coverage on Lopez this series which leaves him more opportunities at open looks. He has hit this line in 5 of his last 7 games and will need to continue his hot streak in order to keep up with Indiana’s pace.
Pascal Siakam Over 25.5 Points (-130 on FanDuel Sportsbook)
Pascal Siakam has dominated so far this series, dropping back-to-back 30-plus point performances. With Giannis Antetokounmpo likely out for tonight’s game, Siakam has another opportunity to take advantage of an easier matchup. There is value in continuing to bet on Siakam’s hot streak as a scorer.
Bobby Portis Over 10.5 Rebounds (-110 on DraftKings Sportsbook)
With Antetokounmpo on the sidelines for the start of this first round series, Bobby Portis has stepped up as a secondary scorer to Damian Lillard and Milwaukee’s top rebounder. He has been given an increase in minutes and is averaging 11 rebounds in this series. He is favored to go over his rebounds line once again in tonight’s game. Coverage will begin at 5:30 PM Eastern time on ESPN.
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