Milwaukee Bucks vs. New York Knicks Prediction, Pick Against the Spread, Latest Odds
The New York Knicks are set to host the Milwaukee Bucks on Monday afternoon for a Christmas Day clash. Can Julius Randle and the Knicks get revenge for previous losses to Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Bucks? Matt McCuen breaks down the series history and provides his pick against the spread in Bucks vs. Knicks.
Matt McCuen - December 25, 2023, 9:35 AM EST
5 minMilwaukee Bucks vs. New York Knicks Prediction, Pick Against the Spread, Latest Odds
The Milwaukee Bucks and the New York Knicks will meet from the World's Most Famous Arena on Christmas Day to tip off a loaded NBA slate.
Bucks vs. Knicks Date, Time, and Where to Watch
- Date: December 25, 2023
- Game Time: 12:00 pm ET
- Where to Watch: ESPN
Milwaukee Bucks vs. New York Knicks Prediction
Milwaukee enters this contest with a record of 22-7.
That is the second-best record in the Eastern Conference.
Milwaukee has won seven consecutive games.
The Bucks have had the Knicks number this year, winning all three meetings, including a 130-111 win on Saturday.
Giannis Antetokounmpo leads the Bucks. Giannis has poured in 30.8 points per game, 10.9 rebounds, and 5.5 assists.
Fellow star Damian Lillard has been playing great as of late. Lillard has averaged 26.0 points per game and a team-best 7.0 assists.
Bobby Portis has been a good spark off the bench, adding 12.9 points per game and 6.9 rebounds.
The Knicks will attempt to snap a modest one-game losing streak.
This will be the Knicks' first home game after a three-game road trip where they went 2-1 with wins over the Lakers and Nets.
New York represents a record of 16-12, which is good for sixth best in the East.
Jalen Brunson leads this Knicks team. Brunson leads the squad in scoring with 25.6 points per game and 5.9 assists.
Julius Randle has had a strong season thus far, adding 22.8 points per game and 9.5 rebounds.
Big man Mitchell Robinson leads the Knicks in rebounds, averaging 10.3 per game.
New York has averaged 114.6 points per game as a team.
Milwaukee Bucks vs. New York Knicks Pick
I will fade the public and back the Knicks with the points today.
Milwaukee has had the Knicks number early in the season, but it is tough to beat a good team four teams in a short span.
New York will make adjustments and deliver a strong defensive performance this afternoon.
The number says New York in this spot.
Let’s stay hot on the hardwood!
Pick: New York Knicks +4 -112 Click here to see which sportsbook has the best odds
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