Milwaukee vs. Philadelphia. Forecast for the NBA match
An interesting showdown between Milwaukee and Philadelphia will take place on February 9 at the Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee. Both teams have been struggling in recent matches and desperately need to win. The Bucks are striving to stay in the top 5 of the Eastern Conference, while the Sixers are still trying to break into the top ten. Will the guests be able to impose a fight, or will the hosts confirm their status as the favorite? - find out in our forecast

Command Analysis

Milwaukee Bucks

Current form
The Bucks have not yet demonstrated a stable game and have often started to lose. Despite the high expectations, Doc Rivers' team is having trouble balancing offense and defense.
In the last five games, Milwaukee has won only once – against Charlotte (112:102), but lost to Miami (95:123), Detroit (107:113), Cleveland (108:122) and Atlanta (106:114). Greek forward Yannis Adetokounbo remains a key figure, but even his leadership qualities are not helping the team to show the usual level of play.
The Stags understand that they need to improve, otherwise they may end up outside the top 6 in the East. Playing against unstable Philadelphia is a great chance to score important points.
Disqualifications and injuries
Participation in the match is questionable Giannis Adetokunbo and Pat Connaughton.
Interesting facts for betting
In the last five face-to-face matches, the Bucks celebrated the victory.
Approximate composition: Portis-Prince, Lopez-Lillard, Jackson.

Philadelphia 76ers

Current form
The Sixers continue to show instability and cannot get out of the crisis. Nick Ners' team lost two matches in a row – to Miami (101:108) and Detroit (112:125), and the defeat against the Pistons was especially painful.
The main problem is the lack of stability in the attack. Tyrese Maxi is trying to take on the role of a leader, but without the support of partners it does not bring the desired result. Joel Embiid also can't always do his best, and his playing condition raises questions.
Traveling to Milwaukee will be a serious test for Philadelphia, and in the event of another setback, the team risks noticeably falling behind the play-in zone.
Disqualifications and injuries
Jared McKenzie will not play in the next match due to injury.
Interesting facts for betting
The Sixers have won only one game in their last five games.
Approximate line-up: Edwards - George, Embiid - Oubre, Maxi.
Trends
The rate is the 1st quarter. Milwaukee's victory
In 3 of the last 5 head-to-head games, the Bucks won in the first quarter.
1.831st quarterbet: total less than 56.5 points
In 1 of the last 5 face-to-face matches, more than 56 points were scored in the first quarter.
1.87Tip and bets
Both teams are going through difficult times, but Milwaukee looks more balanced. Doc Rivers' team is experiencing difficulties, however, even in this state it continues to stay at the top of the table. Giannis Adetokunbo remains a key figure capable of turning the tide of the game, while Damian Lillard and Brook Lopez add stability both offensively and defensively.
Philadelphia continues to lose ground. It all depends on the individual actions of Tyrese Maxey and Joel Embiid. In recent games, the Sixers have looked frankly weak, losing to Miami and Detroit. On the other hand, there are no problems with the squad, and this is a great opportunity for the team to finally prove themselves against a strong opponent. In our opinion, the guests will burst through, and they will score points.
Our forecast is a Philadelphia victory, taking into account overtime in 2.11
Bet on the total
It is difficult to expect effective basketball from these teams. Milwaukee has not been particularly successful lately, especially against organized opponents.
Philadelphia also lacks stability in attack. Internal problems, lack of teamwork, and poor shot execution make the attack predictable. We assume that the match will be played in a cautious manner.
Forecast - total less than 229 points in 1.73
Betting on statistics
The Bucks are having serious problems offensively. Milwaukee's attack looks bleak without Giannis Adetokunbo. Philadelphia is famous for its defense, which will make the game much more difficult for Damian Lillard. Most likely, the hosts will not break through the individual total.
Prediction – Milwaukee's individual total is less than 114.5 points per 1.90