NBA Handicapping Articles

The Top Five US Sportsbooks Set Odds on the NBA Championship
by Dave Schwab - 2/27/2023

With the NBA regular season down to the last quarter of games, the postseason standing is pretty clear in focus. The top team in the Eastern Conference is the Boston Celtics but the Milwaukee Bucks are closing in on the No. 1 seed at a half game out. The Denver Nuggets have a 5.5 game lead in the West, but the Phoenix Suns are favored in this conference after pulling off the trade for Kevin Durant with the Brooklyn Nets.

Free NBA Picks Milwaukee Bucks: Season-Long Handicapping and Specialization 2/24/2023
by Spencer Toth - 2/24/2023

Last Thursday night, the Bucks stretched their win streak to 12 games, taking down the Bulls 112-100. Brook Lopez was the star of the show, scoring 33 points while going 13/18 from the field with 4 blocks. The big man filled in admirably after Giannis Antetokounmpo went down in the second quarter, spraining his wrist.

Free NBA Picks Milwaukee Bucks: Season-Long Handicapping and Specialization 2/16/2023
by Spencer Toth - 2/16/2023

On Tuesday night, the Bucks stretched their win streak to 11 games, beating the Eastern Conference leaders, the Boston Celtics, 131-125 in overtime. The Celtics were undermanned, with Jaylen Brown, Jayson Tatum, and Marcus Smart all on the sidelines, but the role players gave the Bucks a tough contest, forcing an extra quarter of basketball to determine the victor. However, they had no match for Jrue Holiday’s career high 40 points, and Giannis Antetokounmpo’s 36 points, 13 rebounds, and 9 assists.

Free NBA Picks Milwaukee Bucks: Season-Long Handicapping and Specialization 2/14/2023
by Spencer Toth - 2/14/2023

This season, I will be breaking down every Milwaukee Bucks weekday game and giving out my best bets for the contest. While we may not always favor the Bucks, using my knowledge of the team, and the NBA as a whole, we will be able to churn a consistent profit throughout the season.

Free NBA Picks Milwaukee Bucks: Season-Long Handicapping and Specialization 2/10/2023
by Spencer Toth - 2/10/2023

Last night, the Bucks kept the momentum rolling, extending their win streak to 9 games. They took down the LeBron-less Lakers 115-106, off another monstrous performance from Giannis Antetokounmpo, who dropped 38 points, 10 rebounds, and 6 assists. He is the heartbeat of this team, and the supporting cast truly believe if they do their roles, he can lead them to a second championship in 4 seasons. The Lakers made some significant moves at the trade deadline and were forced to run a short bench.

Free NBA Picks Milwaukee Bucks: Season-Long Handicapping and Specialization 2/9/2023
by Spencer Toth - 2/9/2023

On Monday night, the Bucks stretched their win streak to 8 straight contests, as they won on the road, taking down the Portland Trail Blazers 127-108. The Bucks benefitted from balanced scoring, as Brook Lopez led the way with 27 points, Giannis Antetokounmpo posted 24, while Jrue Holiday chipped in with 20. They were able to contain Damian Lillard, en route to a dominant performance on both ends of the court.

Free NBA Picks Milwaukee Bucks: Season-Long Handicapping and Specialization 2/6/2023
by Spencer Toth - 2/6/2023

On Thursday night, the Bucks took down the LA Clippers 106-105. They stormed back from a 21-point deficit on the back of a monster performance from… you guessed it, Giannis Antetokounmpo. The ‘Greek Freak’ put up 54 points to go along with his 19 rebounds, to lead the Buck to their 6th straight victory. Once again, Khris Middleton came off the bench, scoring 16 points in 19 minutes of action.

NBA Betting Advice: Hot and Cold Teams Against the Spread 2/3/2023
by Spencer Toth - 2/3/2023

The all-star break is looming, and teams are battling for wins and jockeying for valuable playoff positioning. Over the last couple weeks, some teams have been heating up at the right time, while others have been falling short of expectations. Here we will look at the hot and cold betting teams ATS and against the total.

Free NBA Picks Milwaukee Bucks: Season-Long Handicapping and Specialization 2/2/2023
by Spencer Toth - 2/2/2023

On Tuesday night, the Bucks stretched their win streak to 5 games, beating the Hornets 124-115. Giannis Antetokounmpo posted his 7th straight double-double, scoring 34 points and tacking on 18 rebounds. Khris Middleton continues to thrive off the bench, scoring 18 points in 19 minutes as he works his way back from offseason wrist surgery.

Free NBA Picks Milwaukee Bucks: Season-Long Handicapping and Specialization 1/31/2023
by Spencer Toth - 1/31/2023

On Friday night, the Bucks took down the Indiana Pacers, 141-131, in a thrilling shootout victory. Giannis Antetokounmpo posted a 41-point double-double, and the Bucks stretched their win streak to 3 games. Khris Middleton was still on limited minutes, logging just 14 minutes of action while scoring 17 points.

Free NBA Picks Milwaukee Bucks: Season-Long Handicapping and Specialization 1/27/2023
by Spencer Toth - 1/27/2023

On Wednesday night, the Bucks beat the Nuggets 107-99. As expected, the Nuggets rested a few key players, including Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray, allowing the Bucks to get an easy win. Giannis Antetokounmpo had a solid night, scoring 33 points and adding 14 rebounds. He went 15/22 from the free throw line, improving his season average to 65.4%.

Free NBA Picks Milwaukee Bucks: Season-Long Handicapping and Specialization 1/25/2023
by Spencer Toth - 1/25/2023

On Monday night, the Bucks took down the Detroit Pistons 150-130, picking up a valuable road win. The Bucks were propelled by a 49-point first quarter, and it was a real team effort that earned them the victory. There were 5 players who scored 15+ points, as the Bucks cruised to victory in Khris Middleton’s first game in over a month.

Free NBA Picks Milwaukee Bucks: Season-Long Handicapping and Specialization 1/23/2023
by Spencer Toth - 1/23/2023

Last Tuesday, the Bucks took down the Raptors 130-122. Jrue Holiday scored a season-high 37 points, including 5/10 from behind the arc. The Bucks were without Giannis Antetokounmpo, and they improved their record to 6-5 without the Greek superstar.

NBA Betting Advice: Hot and Cold Teams Against the Spread 1/18/2023
by Spencer Toth - 1/18/2023

The second half of the NBA season is upon us, and the All-Star break is less than a month away. Over the last couple weeks, some teams have been exceeding expectations, while others have been falling short. Here are the hottest and coldest teams ATS, and the highest and lowest scorers in the last 10 games.

Free NBA Picks Milwaukee Bucks: Season-Long Handicapping and Specialization 1/17/2023
by Spencer Toth - 1/17/2023

On Monday afternoon, the Bucks beat the Indiana Pacers, 132-119, on the back of a big game from Jrue Holiday, who dropped 35 points and 11 assists. Giannis Antetokounmpo was ruled out during warmups, but the supporting cast in Milwaukee stepped up late in the game. The Bucks were down 11 at halftime. However, thanks to the support from the Milwaukee faithful, they outscored the Pacers 39-21 in the 4th quarter on route to an eventually comfortable victory.

Free NBA Picks Milwaukee Bucks: Season-Long Handicapping and Specialization 1/16/2023
by Spencer Toth - 1/16/2023

On Thursday night, the Bucks lost to the Heat 108-102. Both teams were severely shorthanded, as the Bucks were missing Giannis Antetokounmpo, Grayson Allen, and Joe Ingles, not to mention Khris Middleton, too. When the Bucks are missing Antetokounmpo, they have gone just 4-4, with all four of their wins coming against teams under .500. It is obvious he is a necessary component for the Bucks to compete, as the identity of the team drastically changes when he is not on the court.

Free NBA Picks Milwaukee Bucks: Season-Long Handicapping and Specialization 1/12/2023
by Spencer Toth - 1/12/2023

This season, I will be breaking down every Milwaukee Bucks game and giving out my best bets for the contest. This will include moneylines, player props, spreads, and totals. And while we won’t always favor the Bucks, the goal is to churn a consistent profit by the end of the season.

Free NBA Picks Milwaukee Bucks: Season-Long Handicapping and Specialization 1/11/2023
by Spencer Toth - 1/11/2023

On Monday night, the Bucks rallied from a 17 point deficit to beat the Knicks 111-107 at Madison Square Garden. Giannis Antetokounmpo led the way with a 22 point double-double, but it was a much needed team effort as 7 players scored double digit points. The win will go a long way in building up some confidence, but the Bucks are still just 4-6 in their last 10 games and sit 3rd place in the Eastern conference.

Free NBA Picks Milwaukee Bucks: Season-Long Handicapping and Specialization 1/9/2023
by Spencer Toth - 1/9/2023

On Friday night, the Bucks fell to the Hornets on their home court, 138-109. The Hornets scored a franchise record 51 first quarter points and never looked back, led by 39 points from Terry Rozier and 24 points and 12 assists from LaMelo Ball. Giannis Antetokounmpo played only 21 minutes, which was a key factor in the blowout loss.

Free NBA Picks Milwaukee Bucks: Season-Long Handicapping and Specialization 1/6/2023
by Spencer Toth - 1/6/2023

On Wednesday night, the Bucks took down the Raptors 104-101 in overtime. It was a defensive battle, with Milwaukee winning the first quarter 13-12, one of the lowest scoring quarters in the shot clock era. Giannis Antetokounmpo dropped 30 points, 21 rebounds, and 10 assists, as the Bucks used their size inside to dominate on the glass. Brook Lopez hauled in 19 boards, while Bobby Portis also had a double-double with 12 rebounds.