Boston Celtics vs Milwaukee Bucks 2/14/2023 Free Picks, Odds and Predictions
The Boston Celtics are set to storm into Fiserv Forum for the first game of a Tuesday night NBA on TNT doubleheader, where they will face off against the Milwaukee Bucks. With an impressive record of 41-16, the Celtics have won 18 out of their first 27 road games, giving them a 1.5-game lead over the Bucks for the top spot in the Eastern Conference. In their latest match, Boston managed to outscore Memphis by nine points during the fourth quarter, resulting in a well-deserved 119-109 victory on their home turf.
Derrick White took charge for the Celtics, leading the way with an impressive 23 points (8-20 FG) and ten assists, while Sam Hauser connected on 6-for-11 from long distance and finished with 20 points. The team was also dominant on the boards, out-rebounding the Grizzlies by a 54-34 margin. Currently, the Boston Celtics boast a 37.7 percent shooting average from beyond the arc and an impressive 82.7 percent from the free throw line. On the defensive end, the Celtics are allowing a 35.1 percent shooting average from deep and are grabbing an average of 45.1 rebounds per game.
- The Celtics are 13-2 ATS in their last 15 matches with the Bucks.
- The Boston Celtics are 4-1 SU in their last 5 games against Milwaukee.
- The total has gone UNDER in 6 of Boston’s last 7 games on the road.
Boston Celtics vs Milwaukee Bucks 2/14/2023 Free Picks, Odds and Predictions
With a ten-game winning streak under their belt, the Milwaukee Bucks currently hold fourth place in the league for defensive efficiency. In their most recent victory, the Bucks displayed their dominance, outscoring the LA Clippers by ten points during the second half of a 119-106 road triumph. The team knocked down an impressive 17-for-39 from the three-point line and shot 50 percent overall, capping off a successful three-game road trip.
All-Star forward Giannis Antetokounmpo led the way for the Bucks, tallying a game-high 35 points on 13-for-25 shooting and grabbing eight rebounds. Meanwhile, veteran center Brook Lopez contributed 22 points (9-13 FG) and 15 rebounds for the team, who also outrebounded the Clippers by a significant 49-35 margin. At present, the Milwaukee Bucks boast a 35.8 percent shooting average from beyond the arc and an average of 73.6 percent from the free throw line. Defensively, the team is allowing a 34.6 percent shooting average from deep and is currently grabbing an average of 49.1 rebounds per game.
- The Milwaukee Bucks are 0-7 ATS in their last 7 games at home against Boston.
- The Bucks are 6-1 SU in their last 7 games with an opponent in the Eastern Conference.
- The total stayed UNDER in 9 of Milwaukee’s last 12 games against an opponent in the Atlantic Division.
Boston Celtics vs. Milwaukee Bucks. The NBA pick for this match is the Milwaukee Bucks. Boston G Jaylen Brown suffered a facial fracture and will be sidelined until after the All-Star Break. These two teams rank in the top five of the league in defensive efficiency, so the under is worth a look. The Bucks are healthier and will cover at home. Final Score Prediction, Milwaukee Bucks win 118-107.
NBA Starting Time: 7:30 PM (EDT)
Location: Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Date: Tuesday, February 14, 2023
TV: TNT
NBA Odds: Milwaukee Bucks -9
NBA Totals: 226.5
