February 10, 2023; Los Angeles, California, United States; Los Angeles Clippers forward Norman Powell (24) guards Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) in the first half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports
- A heavyweight tilt is on the NBA schedule for Monday as the LA Clippers visit the Milwaukee Bucks
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- Get Clippers vs. Bucks odds, player props and predictions for Monday’s game in Milwaukee
Looking to consolidate their hold on the No. 2 seed in the East, the Milwaukee Bucks (40-21, 24-7 at home) host the LA Clippers (39-20, 18-12 away) on Monday evening at the Fiserv Forum. Tipoff is scheduled for 7:10 p.m. CT/8:10 p.m. ET.
The Clippers pulled off an impressive victory Sunday afternoon, beating the West-leading Timberwolves 89-88 in Minnesota, but playing their second game in as many days against a Milwaukee team that has won five in a row ( four in double figures), the Clippers find themselves among the significant outsiders.
LA Clippers vs. Milwaukee Bucks odds
| Team | Spread | Money line | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles Clippers | +5.5 (-112) | +164 | Over 226 (-105) |
| Milwaukee Bucks | -5.5 (-108) | -198 | Under 226 (-115) |
Milwaukee enters tonight’s game as a 5.5-point home favorite and -198 on the moneyline Monday. NBA Odds. The Clippers return to +164 to win straight away.
Odds as of March 4 at DraftKings. Check DraftKings app in North Carolina as the state prepares to launch online betting on March 11.
The Bucks have passed Cleveland for second place in the West during their five-game winning streak, but are just a half-game ahead of the Cavs in the NBA playoff bracket. The Clippers are currently the No. 4 seed in the West, four games ahead of No. 5 New Orleans and two behind No. 3 Denver.
Clippers host defensive slugfest in Minnesota
With last night’s 89-88 win at Minnesota, the Clippers did something they haven’t done all season: win a game without scoring 100 points. With 32 points on 12-of-26 shooting, Kawhi Leonard scored 36% of Los Angeles’ total points in the game. The Clippers’ defense held Minnesota to just 38.8 percent shooting from the field and 27.3 percent from three, managing to win while getting upset 56-40 by the bigger T-Wolves.
Yesterday’s victory was the second in a row for LAC, which also demolished Washington 140-115 at home on Friday. But the offensive struggles boded ill for a group that is just 6-5 in its last 11 consecutive games and 3-7 ATS in its last ten games.
The Clippers remain among the five best teams in the O classification (118.9, fifth) while moving up to 12th in the D classification (114.2) after last night’s impeccable defensive effort.
The only notable injury on the Clippers side is Russell Westbrook, who fractured his hand last Friday against the Wizards and remains out.
Bucks beat Chicago for fifth straight victory
The Bucks lost back-to-back games before the All-Star break, but came back from the break looking like a team on a mission. Milwaukee is a perfect 5-0 break after the All-Star, a stretch that began with a 112-107 win at Minnesota as a 4.5-point underdog and culminated with four straight double-digit victories.
The competition was not terribly tough: a 119-98 victory against the 76ers without Joel Embiid, two victories against Charlotte (123-85 and 111-99) and the 113-97 demolition of the Bulls Friday in Chicago, but it is all. about the only thing you can pick from Milwaukee’s performance.
Giannis Antetokounmpo has been particularly potent during the winning streak, averaging 31.4 PPG, including a 46-point outburst against Chicago.
Worryingly, Giannis landed on the injury report before Monday night’s game. His is listed as questionable due to tendonitis in his left Achilles tendon. He played 37 minutes against the Bulls on Friday.
Also included are Khris Middleton (14.8 PPG, 5.0 APG, 4.3 RPG), who is out with an ankle injury, and MarJon Beauchamp (4.4 PPG, 2.2 RPG), who is likely out with a back injury. on Milwaukee’s injury report.
LAC vs MIL Player Accessories
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Aids | Three pointers made |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Giannis Antetokounmpo (MIL) | 31.5 (Ov -120 | A -110) | 11.5 (Ov -130 | Un -100) | 6.5 (Ov -105 | A -125) | 0.5 (Ov +105 | Un-135) |
| James Harden (BAC) | 16.5 (Ov -110 | A -120) | 5.5 (Ov -100 | Un -130) | 8.5 (Ov +110 | Un -140) | 2.5 (Ov -125 | A -105) |
| Kawhi Leonard (BAC) | 26.5 (Ov -100 | Un -130) | 6.5 (Ov -115 | A -115) | 3.5 (Ov -160 | A +124) | 2.5 (Ov +140 | Un -180) |
| Malik Beasley (MIL) | 10.5 (Ov -130 | Un -100) | 2.5 (Ov -166 | A +130) | DISABLED | 2.5 (Ov -135 | A +105) |
| Paul George (BAC) | 19.5 (Ov -130 | Un -100) | 5.5 (Ov +114 | A -145) | 3.5 (Ov +105 | Un -135) | 2.5 (Ov -150 | Un +120) |
With Giannis’ status still up in the air, he and Malik Beasley are the only Milwaukee players listed in the Clippers vs. Bucks player props. Giannis has the highest point total at 31.5. If he doesn’t dress, bets on his totals will be void.
Leonard is the highest scoring Clipper at 26.5. He’s topped that number in his last two games, but has been held to 26 or fewer in eight straight games before that.
Los Angeles Clippers vs Milwaukee Bucks Prediction
It’s a tough situation for the Clippers, who are playing their second road game in as many nights against one of the league’s hottest teams, who also have a 24-7 record at home. Giannis’ injury designation isn’t a big concern considering he played 37 minutes in the last game and had two full days off.
LAC vs. MIL Pick: Bucks -5.5 (-110)
Sascha Paruk’s 2023-24 NBA Betting Record:
- 17-21 moneyline (+4.06 units)
- 16-16-2 ATS (-0.32 units)
- Accessories for 7 to 12 players (-6.82 units)
- 0-3 parlay in the same game (-3.00 units)
All bets are one unit unless expressly stated otherwise
