Toronto Raptors vs Milwaukee Bucks Preview
Betting on today’s Bucks and Raptors game? Catch the action at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, ON, as the Raptors hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on TSN.
The Bucks come into this Eastern conference matchup as the betting favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 223 points. Check out BetCoco for Toronto Raptors – Milwaukee Bucks odds
Toronto Raptors vs Milwaukee Bucks Head-to-Head and Key Stats
The last three times that the Bucks have faced off vs. the Raptors as the favorite, they have gone 2-1. Going back to the last five head-to-head games between the Raptors and Bucks, the over/under record in these games is 2-3 with a combined average of 221 points per contest.
- In their last five games away from home, the Bucks have a straight up record of 2-3 while going 0-4-1 vs. the spread. The team averaged 121 points per game in this stretch.
- Across their three previous home games, Toronto has an ATS mark of 1-2. Their straight up record in these matchups was 0-3 while averaging 99 points per game.
- As the betting underdog, the Raptors have an ATS mark of just 2-2-1 in their last five games. Toronto posted a straight up mark of 1-4 in these matchups.
- Going back to their last five games as the favorite, the Bucks have a straight up record of 2-3. But, their mark vs the spread was just 1-4.
Toronto Raptors vs Milwaukee Bucks Prediction
The Bucks’ previous game came against the Heat, resulting in a 122-114 win and bringing their overall record to 2-1.
Against Miami, the Bucks were led by Giannis Antetokounmpo, who scored 33 points and emerged as Milwaukee’s top scorer. Following closely behind was Damian Lillard with 25 points, securing his position as the second highest scorer.
Defensively, the Bucks allowed 114 points, recorded 8 steals, and forced 14 turnovers. Additionally, they secured 34 defensive rebounds and made 5 blocked shots in their most recent game.
Most recently, the Raptors faced off against the Trail Blazers and were defeated with a final score of 99-91. This loss brings their overall record to 1-3, as Toronto scored 91 points and allowed 99 points to their opponents.
Toronto’s leading scorer was Pascal Siakam, who recorded 20 points on 9/21 shooting. Following closely behind was Scottie Barnes with 20 points and 12 rebounds, ranking second in scoring.
On the defensive end of the floor, the Raptors allowed 99 points, made 10 steals, and caused 11 turnovers in their most recent game. However, their efforts were not enough to stop the Trail Blazers, resulting in a 99-91 loss.
Even though they are considered 5-point underdogs, our projection points to a 108-106 win for the Raptors.
Toronto Raptors vs Milwaukee Bucks Betting Tips
- We like the Raptors on the moneyline (+173)
- The Raptors are also our pick on the spread at +5
- Our NBA model projects 214 points, and we suggest taking the under
Toronto Raptors Injury Report
- Precious Achiuwa – Groin – Doubtful
- Christian Koloko – Illness – Out
Milwaukee Bucks Injury Report
- MarJon Beauchamp – Illness – Probable
