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Milwaukee Bucks vs Philadelphia 76ers Betting Preview
Milwaukee enters this matchup without Giannis Antetokounmpo for an extended stretch. He is expected to miss two to four weeks after suffering a calf strain early in Wednesday’s win over Detroit. The Bucks are now 1-5 in games without him, though they handled the East’s top team 113-109 with Kevin Porter Jr. leading the offense again. Porter has scored 26 or more in consecutive games as he works back from a torn meniscus. Ryan Rollins and AJ Green combined for 41 points and kept Milwaukee afloat.
Philadelphia comes in on a back-to-back after a 99-98 escape against Golden State. Tyrese Maxey scored 35 and made the decisive defensive play on the final possession. Joel Embiid is still regaining rhythm after his knee injury. Paul George and Kelly Oubre missed Thursday’s game, and their status remains fluid heading into Friday.
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Line Movement and Odds
Philadelphia opened -1 and has moved to -2, reflecting uncertainty around Milwaukee’s scoring profile without Giannis. The Bucks sit +2 and have drawn more early tickets than money.
The total opened 222 and climbed to 223.5, supported by bettors expecting increased pace from both sides with Maxey controlling Philadelphia’s offense and Milwaukee leaning on quicker guard play.
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Matchup Breakdown
Philadelphia operates through Maxey’s speed and spacing. He is averaging more than 32 points per game and continues to carry a heavy creation load while Embiid plays his way back into form. The 76ers defend the three well, limit clean catch-and-shoot looks, and remain steady in late-clock situations.
Milwaukee must win with efficiency. They remain elite from deep, ranking among the best in three-point percentage. Porter’s return gives them another dynamic shot creator, and Rollins’ progression has been one of their few bright spots. But defensive rebounding and defensive structure without Giannis remain concerns. The Bucks lost the first meeting 123-114 in overtime on a night Maxey scored 54.
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Injuries and Conditions
Milwaukee Bucks
- Giannis Antetokounmpo, calf, out multiple weeks
- Taurean Prince, back, out
- Khris Middleton, knee management, questionable
See full Milwaukee Bucks injury report.
Philadelphia 76ers
- Paul George, knee, questionable
- Kelly Oubre, knee, questionable
- Trendon Watford, adductor, questionable
See full Philadelphia 76ers injury report.
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Best Bets and Prediction
Milwaukee’s shooting gives them a path, but their defensive holes without Giannis are difficult to mask against Maxey’s pace. Philadelphia’s improved health and ability to generate cleaner shots should tilt this late.
Projected Score: 76ers 118, Bucks 115
Best Bet: 76ers -2
Secondary Lean: Over 223.5
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