Miami Heat vs Milwaukee Bucks Betting Odds, AI Picks and Analysis
Miami has an O/U record of 21-32-0 this season, and the under has hit in their last two games. Today’s O/U line is set at 225.5, which is lower than their season average of 222.7.
The Miami Heat covered the spread in their last game, losing to the Celtics by a score of 110-106. They were 8-point underdogs going into the game.
Looking at their ATS record, Miami is 23-27 for the season, and they have covered the spread in three straight games on the road. Their road ATS record is 11-11, while they are 12-16 at home.
As the underdog, Miami has lost six straight games, and they are 6-15 as the underdog this season. Today, they are getting 8 points against the Bucks. As the favorite, Miami is 22-10.
The average combined scoring total in Miami’s games this season is 221.1, which is lower than today’s O/U line of 225.5. In their last game vs. the Celtics, the teams combined for 216 points.
In the NBA standings, the Heat are currently in 8th place with a record of 28-25. Against the East, they are 20-16 compared to 8-9 in non-conference games.
Bucks want to climb fast to the top of the Central Division
The Milwaukee Bucks are favored by 8 points today against the Heat. As the favorite, the Bucks have gone 35-13 straight-up and 20-28 against the spread. This season, they have been favored in 48 of their 54 games.
On average, the Bucks’ games have finished with 241.6 points per game, which is higher than today’s O/U line of 225.5. Milwaukee’s over/under record for the season is 29-25.
Milwaukee’s last two games have gone under the O/U line. In their most recent game, they beat the Nuggets by a score of 112-95. The O/U line for that game was 230 points.
The Bucks have won their last two games and are 35-19 overall, which is good for 3rd place in the Eastern Conference. In non-conference games, they are 10-7 compared to 25-12 against other Eastern Conference teams.
Against the spread, the Bucks are 21-33 this season, including a 12-17 record at home. They have covered the spread in their last two games, and their average scoring margin at home is +6.8 PPG.
Let’s see the Heat vs Bucks Prediction below:
Game Information
MIAMI HEAT vs MILWAUKEE BUCKS |
Location of the Game: Fiserv Forum, Milwaukee, Wisconsin |
Date and Time: Tuesday, February 13th 8:00 ET |
Reason: 2023-2024 NBA Regular Season |
How to watch: watchlivesports.co |
AI Predictions and Sport Betting AI Picks
These are the NBA Computer Picks for tonight’s NBA Schedule game:
TEAM | RECORD | AI PICKS | Sport Betting AI PICKS | |||
HEAT | 28-25 | 97 | 222 |
SPREAD MIL -8 |
MONEYLINE MIL -335 |
TOTAL UNDER 225.5 |
BUCKS | 35-19 | 125 |
AI Picks: Milwaukee Bucks 125 – Miami Heat 97
Sport Betting AI Picks: ATS Bucks -8 | ML Bucks -335 | UNDER 225.5
Heat vs Bucks Prediction Odds
Next, we have the NBA odds for this NBA Matchup.
Miami Heat Game Analysis
When it comes to scoring, the Heat are below the NBA average in points per game at 110.4 (27th). On the road, Miami is averaging 107.4 points per game (29th).
In terms of field goal percentage, the Heat are shooting 46% from the field (27th). From beyond the arc, Miami is hitting 37% of their three-point attempts (11th).
So far this season, the Heat have outscored the NBA scoring average in just 34% of their games. In terms of pace, Miami is 28th in the league at 96.3 possessions per game.
When it comes to defense, the Miami Heat have been one of the best in the NBA this season. They are currently ranked 4th in the league, allowing just 110.8 points per game. On the road, they have been even better, giving up just 108.2 points per contest, which is the 2nd best mark in the NBA.
Over their last five games, Miami has been stingy on the defensive end, allowing just 102.8 points per contest. During this stretch, they have been especially good at defending the three-point line, holding opponents to just 33.8% shooting from beyond the arc.
For the season, opponents have made just 36.9% of their three-point attempts against the Heat. However, they have given up an average of 13.5 made threes per game, which is 23rd in the league. Based on the NBA Injury Report, Jimmy Butler (Personal), Josh Richardson (Shoulder), Terry Rozier (Right Knee) and Dru Smith (Knee) are out of this match. Meanwhile, Duncan Robinson (Elbow, Shoulder) is questionable.
Milwaukee Bucks Game Analysis
At home, the Bucks are averaging 124.2 points per game, which is 2nd in the NBA. Overall, they are 2nd in scoring at 122.7 points per game. Milwaukee has outscored the NBA scoring average in 72.2% of their games.
When it comes to pace, the Bucks are 4th in the league with 101.4 possessions per game. In terms of field goal percentage, Milwaukee is shooting 49% from the field, which is 4th in the NBA.
So far this season, the Bucks have made an average of 14.3 three-pointers per game, which is 5th in the league. They are also 2nd in free throw attempts at 25.9 per game.
When it comes to points allowed per game, the Bucks are 23rd in the NBA at 118.9. At home, they have been slightly better at 117.4 (22nd). In terms of three-point shooting, opponents have made 12.0 threes per game vs. Milwaukee, which is 9th fewest in the league.
Over their last five games, the Bucks have been even better on defense, ranking 7th in points allowed at 109. During this stretch, they have been stingy inside the arc, allowing opponents to shoot just 52.8% on two-point attempts, according to the NBA team stats.
On the year, Milwaukee’s opponents have scored more than their season average 61.1% of the time. In terms of steals, the Bucks are 23rd at 6.8 per game. They are also 17th in blocked shots and 8th in personal fouls. Only Khris Middleton (Ankle) is out of this game, affecting their NBA player stats.
Miami Heat vs Milwaukee Bucks Head-to-Head
Over their previous Heat vs Bucks matchups have put together a record of 3-2. It is worth noting that even though the Bucks have gone 2-1 vs. the spread in the three most recent matchups vs. the Heat, they are just 1-2 the last three times they hosted the Heat.
The over/under record in the five most recent head to head games between the Heat and Bucks is 5-0 with an average of 239 points per game. The last three times that the Heat have been on the road vs. the Bucks, the over/under record is 5-0.
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