Milwaukee Bucks Stats, Analysis, Schedule & More

Welcome to your comprehensive guide to betting on the Milwaukee Bucks. Milwaukee remains one of the most important teams in NBA betting markets entering the 2025–26 season, largely because of their championship-level core, offensive efficiency, and the presence of multiple elite usage players. The Bucks are rarely ignored by oddsmakers or bettors, which means their lines are often sharp, but not always correct.

Milwaukee Bucks Betting Odds and Picks

Odds to Win
NBA Finals

+450

Odds to Win
Eastern Conference

+175

Odds to Win
Division

-275

Seasons Win

54.5-120 Over
54.5+ 100 Under

Here are some of our betting picks for the Bucks this season:

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Milwaukee Bucks History

The Milwaukee Bucks joined the NBA as an expansion team in 1968 and quickly rose to prominence. Just three years later, the franchise claimed its first NBA championship in 1971, thanks to the dynamic duo of Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and Oscar Robertson. Their success established the Bucks as a force to be reckoned with during the early 1970s, marked by consistent playoff appearances.

Following Abdul-Jabbar’s trade to the Los Angeles Lakers in 1975, the team entered a rebuilding phase. Despite this, the Bucks found success in the 1980s, led by stars like Sidney Moncrief. This era was characterized by consistent postseason play but an inability to reach the NBA Finals. It wasn’t until the 2010s, with the arrival of Giannis Antetokounmpo, that the Bucks returned to championship contention.

The Bucks reached the pinnacle of the NBA again in 2021, when Giannis led the team to their second NBA title. This championship cemented Milwaukee’s status as an elite team in the modern NBA, combining their rich legacy with a bright future.

Milwaukee Bucks Timeline

1968: Milwaukee Bucks franchise founded as an expansion team.
1969: Draft Kareem Abdul-Jabbar (then Lew Alcindor) with the first overall pick.
1971: Win their first NBA Championship, defeating the Baltimore Bullets.
1975: Kareem Abdul-Jabbar traded to the Los Angeles Lakers.
1979: Hire Don Nelson as head coach, beginning a successful era in the 1980s.
1982: Sidney Moncrief wins the first of two consecutive NBA Defensive Player of the Year Awards.
1998: Draft Dirk Nowitzki and trade him for Robert Traylor, a controversial move in Bucks history.
2013: Select Giannis Antetokounmpo with the 15th overall pick in the NBA Draft.
2019: Giannis wins his first NBA MVP award.
2020: Acquire Jrue Holiday, setting up their championship run.
2021: Win their second NBA Championship, defeating the Phoenix Suns in six games.
2023: Trade for Damian Lillard, creating one of the most formidable duos in the NBA.

Milwaukee Bucks Stats

Milwaukee typically plays at a controlled but flexible pace. Against weaker or disorganized teams, the Bucks are willing to push tempo, especially when defensive rebounds lead to early offense. Against disciplined or playoff-caliber opponents, they slow the game down, lean into half-court execution, and reduce overall possession count. This adaptability makes totals highly sensitive to opponent profile rather than Milwaukee’s baseline metrics alone.

Offensively, the Bucks remain one of the league’s most efficient teams. Their attack is centered on rim pressure, kick-out three-point shooting, and drawing fouls, which keeps scoring efficiency high even when shot volume fluctuates. Milwaukee consistently generates high-quality looks, but scoring distribution can be narrow, creating stability in team totals while introducing variance in secondary player props.

Defensively, Milwaukee continues to prioritize paint protection and rebounding. This strength limits interior scoring but can expose the team to perimeter-oriented offenses that move the ball quickly and shoot well from deep. From a betting standpoint, this defensive structure creates opportunities in opponent team totals and live betting markets when early pace or spacing deviates from expectations.

Milwaukee Bucks Roster

The Bucks’ roster is clearly structured around elite primary usage, supported by experienced secondary creators and defined role players. Offensive responsibility becomes more concentrated in high-leverage moments, simplifying late-game betting and prop evaluation.

Veteran contributors provide spacing, defensive awareness, and lineup stability. Their roles are less volatile than their box scores, which increases minute reliability while limiting explosive scoring nights. This consistency benefits assist props, combined stat markets, and unders on volatile scoring options.

Rotation continuity plays a major role in Milwaukee’s overall efficiency. When the core lineup remains intact, communication improves defensively and offensive decision-making becomes cleaner. Disruptions to the rotation often affect defensive coverage first, which can widen scoring margins and influence totals more than spreads.

Milwaukee Bucks Injury Report

The Bucks’ injury report has seen key absences, with Khris Middleton and Bobby Portis missing games early in the season. These injuries have disrupted the team’s chemistry but have also allowed younger players to step up. Maintaining health will be critical for a deep playoff run.

If you want more information about how current injuries are impacting the Bucks betting odds and overall performance, be sure to check out our comprehensive injury report:

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Milwaukee Bucks Betting Outlook and Trends

• Totals are frequently shaded high due to Milwaukee’s offensive reputation
• Unders show value in slower, half-court-oriented matchups
• Overs become viable when opponents force pace or exploit transition defense
• Milwaukee is often overpriced as a large favorite
• ATS performance improves in competitive spreads rather than double-digit lines
• Home games attract heavy public action, compressing value
• Road games often offer cleaner pricing against disciplined opponents
• Live betting value appears when early shooting variance misrepresents underlying efficiency

Betting trends from last season indicated that Milwaukee covered spreads more consistently against top-half competition than against lower-tier teams. Totals leaned under in games with rest advantages and slower projected pace, while overs appeared more frequently during congested travel stretches. Star-driven props remained reliable, while secondary scoring props showed increased volatility.

Milwaukee Bucks Schedule

Don’t miss a single Milwaukee Bucks game this season:

Pre Season

Week	Date	Opponent	Result
Week 1	Date: Sun 08/10/2023	Opponent: Chicago Bulls	Result: W 105-102
Week 2	Date: Tue 10/10/2023	Opponent: Memphis Grizzlies	Result: L 102-108
Week 2	Date: Sun 15/10/2023	Opponent: L.A. Lakers	Result: W 108-97
Week 3	Date: Tue 17/10/2023	Opponent: Oklahoma City Thunder	Result: L 101-124
Week 3	Date: Fri 20/10/2023	Opponent: Memphis Grizzlies	Result: W 124-116
Week 4	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 5	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 6	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 7	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 8	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 9	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 10	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 11	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 12	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 13	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE

Regular Season

Week	Date	Opponent	Result
Week 1	Date: Thu 26/10/2023	Opponent: Philadelphia 76ers	Result: W 118-117
Week 1	Date: Sun 29/10/2023	Opponent: Atlanta Hawks	Result: L 110-127
Week 2	Date: Mon 30/10/2023	Opponent: Miami Heat	Result: W 122-114
Week 2	Date: Wed 01/11/2023	Opponent: Toronto Raptors	Result: L 111-130
Week 2	Date: Fri 03/11/2023	Opponent: New York Knicks	Result: W 110-105
Week 3	Date: Mon 06/11/2023	Opponent: Brooklyn Nets	Result: W 129-125
Week 3	Date: Wed 08/11/2023	Opponent: Detroit Pistons	Result: W 120-118
Week 3	Date: Thu 09/11/2023	Opponent: Indiana Pacers	Result: L 124-126
Week 3	Date: Sat 11/11/2023	Opponent: Orlando Magic	Result: L 97-112
Week 4	Date: Mon 13/11/2023	Opponent: Chicago Bulls	Result: W 118-109
Week 4	Date: Wed 15/11/2023	Opponent: Toronto Raptors	Result: W 128-112
Week 4	Date: Fri 17/11/2023	Opponent: Charlotte Hornets	Result: W 130-99
Week 4	Date: Sat 18/11/2023	Opponent: Dallas Mavericks	Result: W 132-125
Week 5	Date: Mon 20/11/2023	Opponent: Washington Wizards	Result: W 142-129
Week 5	Date: Wed 22/11/2023	Opponent: Boston Celtics	Result: L 116-119
Week 5	Date: Fri 24/11/2023	Opponent: Washington Wizards	Result: W 131-128
Week 5	Date: Sun 26/11/2023	Opponent: Portland Trail Blazers	Result: W 108-102
Week 6	Date: Tue 28/11/2023	Opponent: Miami Heat	Result: W 131-124
Week 6	Date: Thu 30/11/2023	Opponent: Chicago Bulls	Result: L 113-120
Week 6	Date: Sat 02/12/2023	Opponent: Atlanta Hawks	Result: W 132-121
Week 7	Date: Tue 05/12/2023	Opponent: New York Knicks	Result: W 146-122
Week 7	Date: Thu 07/12/2023	Opponent: Indiana Pacers	Result: L 119-128
Week 8	Date: Mon 11/12/2023	Opponent: Chicago Bulls	Result: W 133-129
Week 8	Date: Wed 13/12/2023	Opponent: Indiana Pacers	Result: W 140-126
Week 8	Date: Sat 16/12/2023	Opponent: Detroit Pistons	Result: W 146-114
Week 8	Date: Sun 17/12/2023	Opponent: Houston Rockets	Result: W 128-119
Week 9	Date: Tue 19/12/2023	Opponent: San Antonio Spurs	Result: W 132-119
Week 9	Date: Thu 21/12/2023	Opponent: Orlando Magic	Result: W 118-114
Week 9	Date: Sat 23/12/2023	Opponent: New York Knicks	Result: W 130-111
Week 10	Date: Mon 25/12/2023	Opponent: New York Knicks	Result: L 122-129
Week 10	Date: Wed 27/12/2023	Opponent: Brooklyn Nets	Result: W 144-122
Week 10	Date: Fri 29/12/2023	Opponent: Cleveland Cavaliers	Result: W 119-111
Week 11	Date: Mon 01/01/2024	Opponent: Indiana Pacers	Result: L 113-122
Week 11	Date: Wed 03/01/2024	Opponent: Indiana Pacers	Result: L 130-142
Week 11	Date: Thu 04/01/2024	Opponent: San Antonio Spurs	Result: W 125-121
Week 11	Date: Sat 06/01/2024	Opponent: Houston Rockets	Result: L 108-112
Week 12	Date: Mon 08/01/2024	Opponent: Utah Jazz	Result: L 116-132
Week 12	Date: Thu 11/01/2024	Opponent: Boston Celtics	Result: W 135-102
Week 12	Date: Sat 13/01/2024	Opponent: Golden State Warriors	Result: W 129-118
Week 12	Date: Sun 14/01/2024	Opponent: Sacramento Kings	Result: W 143-142
Week 13	Date: Wed 17/01/2024	Opponent: Cleveland Cavaliers	Result: L 95-135
Week 13	Date: Sat 20/01/2024	Opponent: Detroit Pistons	Result: W 141-135
Week 14	Date: Mon 22/01/2024	Opponent: Detroit Pistons	Result: W 122-113
Week 14	Date: Wed 24/01/2024	Opponent: Cleveland Cavaliers	Result: W 126-116
Week 14	Date: Fri 26/01/2024	Opponent: Cleveland Cavaliers	Result: L 100-112
Week 14	Date: Sat 27/01/2024	Opponent: New Orleans Pelicans	Result: W 141-117
Week 15	Date: Mon 29/01/2024	Opponent: Denver Nuggets	Result: L 107-113
Week 15	Date: Wed 31/01/2024	Opponent: Portland Trail Blazers	Result: L 116-119
Week 15	Date: Sat 03/02/2024	Opponent: Dallas Mavericks	Result: W 129-117
Week 15	Date: Sun 04/02/2024	Opponent: Utah Jazz	Result: L 108-123
Week 16	Date: Tue 06/02/2024	Opponent: Phoenix Suns	Result: L 106-114
Week 16	Date: Thu 08/02/2024	Opponent: Minnesota Timberwolves	Result: L 105-129
Week 16	Date: Fri 09/02/2024	Opponent: Charlotte Hornets	Result: W 120-84
Week 17	Date: Mon 12/02/2024	Opponent: Denver Nuggets	Result: W 112-95
Week 17	Date: Tue 13/02/2024	Opponent: Miami Heat	Result: L 97-123
Week 17	Date: Thu 15/02/2024	Opponent: Memphis Grizzlies	Result: L 110-113
Week 18	Date: Fri 23/02/2024	Opponent: Minnesota Timberwolves	Result: W 112-107
Week 18	Date: Sun 25/02/2024	Opponent: Philadelphia 76ers	Result: W 119-98
Week 19	Date: Tue 27/02/2024	Opponent: Charlotte Hornets	Result: W 123-85
Week 19	Date: Thu 29/02/2024	Opponent: Charlotte Hornets	Result: W 111-99
Week 19	Date: Fri 01/03/2024	Opponent: Chicago Bulls	Result: W 113-97
Week 20	Date: Mon 04/03/2024	Opponent: L.A. Clippers	Result: W 113-106
Week 20	Date: Wed 06/03/2024	Opponent: Golden State Warriors	Result: L 90-125
Week 20	Date: Fri 08/03/2024	Opponent: L.A. Lakers	Result: L 122-123
Week 20	Date: Sun 10/03/2024	Opponent: L.A. Clippers	Result: W 124-117
Week 21	Date: Tue 12/03/2024	Opponent: Sacramento Kings	Result: L 94-129
Week 21	Date: Thu 14/03/2024	Opponent: Philadelphia 76ers	Result: W 114-105
Week 21	Date: Sun 17/03/2024	Opponent: Phoenix Suns	Result: W 140-129
Week 22	Date: Wed 20/03/2024	Opponent: Boston Celtics	Result: L 119-122
Week 22	Date: Thu 21/03/2024	Opponent: Brooklyn Nets	Result: W 115-108
Week 22	Date: Sun 24/03/2024	Opponent: Oklahoma City Thunder	Result: W 118-93
Week 23	Date: Tue 26/03/2024	Opponent: L.A. Lakers	Result: L 124-128
Week 23	Date: Thu 28/03/2024	Opponent: New Orleans Pelicans	Result: L 100-107
Week 23	Date: Sat 30/03/2024	Opponent: Atlanta Hawks	Result: W 122-113
Week 24	Date: Tue 02/04/2024	Opponent: Washington Wizards	Result: L 113-117
Week 24	Date: Wed 03/04/2024	Opponent: Memphis Grizzlies	Result: L 101-111
Week 24	Date: Fri 05/04/2024	Opponent: Toronto Raptors	Result: L 111-117
Week 24	Date: Sun 07/04/2024	Opponent: New York Knicks	Result: L 109-122
Week 25	Date: Tue 09/04/2024	Opponent: Boston Celtics	Result: W 104-91
Week 25	Date: Wed 10/04/2024	Opponent: Orlando Magic	Result: W 117-99
Week 25	Date: Fri 12/04/2024	Opponent: Oklahoma City Thunder	Result: L 107-125
Week 25	Date: Sun 14/04/2024	Opponent: Orlando Magic	Result: L 88-113
Week 26	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 27	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 28	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 29	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 30	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 31	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 32	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 33	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 34	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 35	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 36	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 37	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 38	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 39	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 40	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 41	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 42	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 43	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 44	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 45	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 46	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 47	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 48	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 49	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 50	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 51	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 52	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 53	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 54	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 55	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 56	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 57	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 58	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 59	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 60	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 61	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE
Week 62	Date: BYE	Opponent: BYE	Result: BYE

Post Season

Week	Date	Opponent	Result
Conference Quarterfinals	Date: Sun 21/04/2024	Opponent: Indiana Pacers	Result: W 109-94
Conference Quarterfinals	Date: Tue 23/04/2024	Opponent: Indiana Pacers	Result: L 108-125
Conference Quarterfinals	Date: Fri 26/04/2024	Opponent: Indiana Pacers	Result: L 118-121
Conference Quarterfinals	Date: Sun 28/04/2024	Opponent: Indiana Pacers	Result: L 113-126
Conference Quarterfinals	Date: Tue 30/04/2024	Opponent: Indiana Pacers	Result: W 115-92
Conference Quarterfinals	Date: Thu 02/05/2024	Opponent: Indiana Pacers	Result: L 98-120
Conference Quarterfinals	Date: Sat 04/05/2024	Opponent: Indiana Pacers	Result: TBD

Key Players for Betting on the Milwaukee Bucks

Milwaukee’s betting value at the player level is driven by clearly defined usage, consistent minute allocation, and predictable late-game roles. The Bucks are one of the easier teams to handicap in prop markets because offensive responsibility concentrates quickly, especially in close games. The key for bettors is identifying when matchup and pace expand or compress those opportunities.

• Giannis Antetokounmpo: Anchors points, rebounds, and combined stat markets, with ceiling games tied closely to pace, opponent rim protection, and foul tendencies
• Damian Lillard: Drives scoring and assist props, particularly in high-usage stretches and late-game situations where shot volume spikes
• Khris Middleton: Offers situational value in points and assists props depending on matchup, defensive attention, and minute management
• Brook Lopez: Remains relevant for rebounds and blocks props, especially against teams that attack the paint or struggle with interior size

Make Money Betting on the Milwaukee Bucks in 2025–26

The Bucks remain one of the league’s most structurally sound teams, but that reliability is often priced aggressively by the market. The strongest betting angles come from identifying pace mismatches, inflated spreads driven by reputation, and live markets reacting too strongly to short-term shooting swings.

In the 2025–26 season, profitable Milwaukee betting comes from disciplined selection rather than volume. When bettors focus on matchup context, tempo expectations, and usage concentration, the Bucks continue to offer long-term value despite heavy market attention.