Bucks vs. Knicks Picks & Best Bets 12th Jan 2025: NBA Prediction, Betting Odds, Player Props & Trends
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The New York Knicks will host the Milwaukee Bucks in NBA action on Sunday at Madison Square Garden, tipping off at 3:00 p.m. ET.
The Knicks will be led by Jalen Brunson, Karl-Anthony Towns and Mikal Bridges, while the Bucks are headlined by Giannis Antetokounmpo, Damian Lillard and Khris Middleton.
We have conducted 10,000 simulations of Sunday's NBA matchup using advanced AI technology to determine the best Bucks vs. Knicks bets, player props and predictions.
Our predictions show that the Knicks will likely win with a projected final score of 116-111.
To get the maximum value from these predictions, we continually source the most favorable odds for each market. This ensures that the sportsbooks listed below are currently offering the biggest payouts for the plays identified.
Our Bucks vs. Knicks Betting Picks & Predictions
Today's Bucks vs. Knicks picks combine the power of AI, data and analytics to create NBA picks that are free from the emotional biases often associated with human-made picks.
Bucks vs. Knicks Game Information
- Game Date: Sunday, January 12th, 2025
- Game Time: 3:00 p.m. ET
- Location: Madison Square Garden
- Spread: Bucks +5 / Knicks -5
- Moneyline: Bucks +166 / Knicks -198
- Scoring Total: Over/Under 227.5 Points (-110/-105)
Knicks -5 @ -110 via FanDuel Sportsbook
- According to our simulations, the Knicks have a 51% chance of covering the spread, while the Bucks have a probability of 49%.
- FanDuel Sportsbook offers the best odds for this bet at -110.
Total Points Under 227.5 @ -105 via BetMGM
- The over/under for total points scored is set at 227.5 at BetMGM, which offers the best odds for the under at -105.
- Our analysis suggests a slightly higher chance that the total will stay under 227.5 points, which presents greater value compared to betting on the over.
Bucks vs. Knicks Moneyline Odds
The sportsbooks have released the moneyline odds for this matchup, with the Milwaukee Bucks at +166 via FanDuel Sportsbook, whilst the New York Knicks are available at -198 with DraftKings Sportsbook.
According to the model, the Knicks are favored to win this game, with our projections giving them a 68% chance of victory.
Not only are they favored to win, but the Knicks also present the best betting value, with the odds of -198 available at DraftKings Sportsbook for an edge of 1.5%.
Our Player Prop Picks for Bucks vs. Knicks
Here are the projected points, rebounds, assists and 3-pointers made by each team's leading players. We compare these projections with the odds and lines from sportsbooks to generate NBA player props for Sunday's Bucks vs. Knicks game.
Milwaukee Bucks Prediction
Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM |
---|---|---|---|---|
Giannis Antetokounmpo | 31 | 11 | 7 | 0 |
Damian Lillard | 27 | 4 | 8 | 4 |
Khris Middleton | 15 | 5 | 5 | 2 |
Brook Lopez | 14 | 4 | 2 | 4 |
Bobby Portis | 13 | 7 | 2 | 1 |
Brook Lopez Over 1.5 3-Pointers (-125)
Pick | Operator | New Users | Odds |
---|---|---|---|
Brook Lopez Over 1.5 3-Pointers | DraftKings Sportsbook | Get Offer | -125 |
- Our top prop bet for the Bucks is on Brook Lopez to record over 1.5 made threes.
- Our analysis projects him to put up 4 three-pointers, giving us an edge of 14.8% on the -125 odds offered by DraftKings.
New York Knicks Prediction
Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM |
---|---|---|---|---|
Jalen Brunson | 29 | 3 | 8 | 2 |
Karl-Anthony Towns | 21 | 11 | 3 | 4 |
Mikal Bridges | 17 | 3 | 3 | 2 |
OG Anunoby | 16 | 5 | 2 | 2 |
Josh Hart | 14 | 10 | 6 | 2 |
Karl-Anthony Towns Under 12.5 Rebounds (+100)
Pick | Operator | New Users | Odds |
---|---|---|---|
Karl-Anthony Towns Under 12.5 Rebounds | DraftKings Sportsbook | Get Offer | +100 |
- Our best prop bet for the Knicks is on Karl-Anthony Towns to record under 12.5 rebounds.
- Our analysis projects him to put up 11 rebounds, giving us an edge of 8.7% on the +100 odds offered by DraftKings.
These NBA player props today are based purely on advanced modeling techniques that factor in variables including but not limited to past form and opponent trends, meaning you can trust that there is no bias that comes into play.
Bucks vs. Knicks Betting Trends
In addition to our NBA prop picks, we have compiled the best Bucks vs. Knicks trends to enhance your research and betting strategy for this game.
Andre Jackson Jr. Over 0.5 Total Turnovers
Andre Jackson Jr. has recorded at least one turnover in 8 of his last 13 appearances (62% of the time). You can wager on him to do it again at odds of +120 (45% implied probability), available at Bet365.
Giannis Antetokounmpo Over 1.5 Total Blocks
Giannis Antetokounmpo has had more than 1.5 blocks in 14 of his last 24 appearances (58%). You can make a bet that he'll record over 1.5 blocks again at odds of +145 (41%), available at DraftKings.
Khris Middleton Over 3.5 Total Assists
Khris Middleton has had more than 3.5 assists in 10 of his last 14 appearances (71%). You can bet on him to record over 3.5 assists again at odds of -115 (53%), again available at DraftKings.
Conclusion
At BettingOdds.com, we're backing Brook Lopez of the Bucks to put up over 1.5 three-pointers, with a projection of 4 made threes marking this as our top prop bet of the game. Additionally, we're placing a bet on the Knicks -5 to cover.
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