Milwaukee Bucks vs Phoenix Suns 3/14/2023 Free Picks, Predictions and Odds
On Tuesday night, the Milwaukee Bucks will take on the Phoenix Suns at Footprint Center in Arizona. The Bucks, who boast a record of 48-19, will be looking to bounce back after a tough overtime loss to the Golden State Warriors on Saturday. Despite leading by eight points with just over two minutes left in regulation, the Bucks were unable to close out the game and ultimately fell to the Warriors in OT. Reigning MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo has missed the last three games with a hand injury, but was listed as questionable for Monday’s matchup against the Sacramento Kings. Against Golden State, Brook Lopez and Khris Middleton each scored 19 points, while Jrue Holiday contributed 18 points and eight assists. Bobby Portis also had an impressive double-double with 15 points and 13 rebounds.
Despite the loss to the Warriors, the Bucks remain the top team in the Eastern Conference, sitting one and a half games ahead of the Boston Celtics. They have been solid on defense this season, ranking third in modified defensive efficiency, but have struggled somewhat on offense, ranking 16th in adjusted offensive efficiency with 114.5 points per 100 possessions. With Antetokounmpo’s status still uncertain, the Bucks will need their supporting cast to step up if they hope to come away with a win.
- The total hung OVER in 5 of the Bucks’ last 7 matches.
- The Milwaukee Bucks are 18-2 SU in their last 20 matches.
- Milwaukee is 5-1-1 ATS in their last 7 games with the Phoenix Suns.
Milwaukee Bucks vs Phoenix Suns 3/14/2023 Free Picks, Predictions and Odds
In an attempt to bounce back from their home loss to the Sacramento Kings on Saturday, the Phoenix Suns faced the Golden State Warriors on Monday. The Kings were able to break the Suns’ four-game winning streak by pulling away in the fourth quarter. Despite Devin Booker’s 28 points and Deandre Ayton’s 22 points and 12 rebounds, the Suns struggled from beyond the arc, shooting just 13 for 44. Kevin Durant remained out of action for the Warriors due to an ankle injury.
As of Monday morning, the Suns held the fourth seed in the Western Conference standings. They trailed the Memphis Grizzlies and the Sacramento Kings, who were tied for the second-best record in the West, by three and a half games, but were a few games ahead of the fifth-seeded Los Angeles Clippers. The Suns ranked thirteenth in modified offensive efficiency (114.9 points per 100 possessions) and sixth in adjusted defensive efficiency.
- The Phoenix Suns are 4-2 ATS in their last 6 contests.
- The total hung OVER in 5 of the Suns’ last 5 matches.
- Phoenix is 12-6 SU in their last 18 matches.
Milwaukee Bucks vs Phoenix Suns. The NBA pick for this game is the Phoenix Suns. As both the Milwaukee Bucks and Phoenix Suns are playing on the second night of a back-to-back, closely monitor the injury report. The status of Giannis Antetokounmpo will be crucial, even though the Bucks won over the Suns without him a few weeks ago. In that victory, Jrue Holiday led the team with 33 points while Brook Lopez recorded 22 points, 13 rebounds, and four blocks. With a plethora of skilled players, Milwaukee is a force to be reckoned with, so betting on them to win and cover is a smart move. Jrue Holiday is an exceptional defensive player and will attempt to contain Devin Booker, while Brook Lopez will limit Deandre Ayton’s presence inside the paint. The Suns are expected to win with a projected score of 118-116..
NBA Starting Time: 10:00 PM (EDT)
Location: Footprint Center, AZ
Date: Tuesday, March 14, 2023
TV: NBAt
NBA Odds: Phoenix Suns +1
NBA Totals: 233
