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Milwaukee vs Toronto. NBA Match Prediction
On January 18, the NBA regular season match between Milwaukee and Toronto will take place. The Bucks have gained great momentum and continue to improve their position in the Eastern Conference, while the Raptors are trying to get out of the top three outsiders. Will the Raptors have enough strength to stop one of the best clubs in the league? - read our betting tip
Command Analysis
Milwaukee Bucks
USACurrent form
The Stags are showing one of their best stretches of the season. The team is in fourth place in the Eastern Conference and is confidently chasing the New York Knicks, who are in third place. In the last matches, Doc Rivers' charges crushed Sacramento (130:115) and left no chance for Orlando (122:93).
The team leaders, Giannis Antetokounmpo and Damian Lillard, continue to show their importance. In the game against the Kings, Antetokounmpo posted a triple-double, scoring 33 points, 11 rebounds and 13 assists, while Lillard added 24 points. Their interaction on the court is becoming more coordinated, which makes it much easier for the rest of the players to carry out their tasks.
Milwaukee main advantage in this meeting is playing at home. The team is traditionally strong at home and rarely makes mistakes. The Bucks are determined to continue their winning streak to strengthen their position in the standings.
Disqualifications and injuries
Andre Jackson will not play in the next game due to health issues.
Interesting facts for betting
The Bucks have lost only once in their last five games.
Probable lineup: Antetokounmpo - Prince, Lopez - Lillard, Middleton.
Toronto Raptors
CanadaCurrent form
The Raptors are having an extremely difficult season and are in 13th place in the Eastern Conference. Despite all the difficulties, the Canadian club was able to show character in the last matches, winning two important victories. First, Darko Rajakovic team beat Golden State (104:101), and then unexpectedly left Boston no chance (110:97).
RJ Barrett has been a standout, playing a key role in both games. His scoring has given his teammates confidence, but it hasn't been enough to stabilize the team. Toronto has been inconsistent on the road, winning only a handful of games this season, which has significantly reduced their chances of success in Milwaukee.
However, victories over strong opponents can motivate the team to try to put up a fight and demonstrate a decent game against the Bucks.
Disqualifications and injuries
The Canadian team approaches the match with an optimal line-up.
Interesting facts for betting
The Raptors have one road win this season.
Probable lineup: Barrett - Barnes, Peltl - Mitchell, Dick.
Trends
Bet 1st quarter. Milwaukee win
In 4 of the last 5 head-to-head games, the Bucks have won in the first quarter.
1.56Bet 1st quarter: total under 55 points
Only 1 of the last 5 head-to-head games has seen more than 55 points scored in the first quarter.
1.93Tip and bets
Milwaukee is in great shape and continues to gain momentum. The team roster is balanced, and the leaders are showing a high level. Giannis Antetokounmpo and Damian Lillard are able to effectively interact and create problems for the defense of any opponent.
Toronto pleasantly surprised with wins over Golden State and Boston, but their inconsistent road play and overall weakness this season do not allow them to count on success in Milwaukee. The Raptors will certainly try to put up a fight, but the difference in class between the teams is too great.
We expect the hosts to achieve a positive result, but the visitors will not allow themselves to be defeated.
Our prediction is Toronto victory with a handicap of (+12) points for 1.71
Bet on total
Given the great form of Milwaukee leaders and their emphasis on an attacking style of play, a productive confrontation is expected. Toronto also felt confident after the victory over Boston and will try to play boldly. We assume that the total will be broken.
Betting Tip - total over 227 points for 1.65
Bet on statistics
Playing at home and the good form of the leaders make the Bucks the favorites of the match. Giannis Antetokounmpo and Damian Lillard will certainly take advantage of the weaknesses of Toronto defense and have a productive match. We expect Milwaukee to confidently beat their individual total.
Prediction - Milwaukee individual total over 120.5 points for 1.87
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