by Rod Pearson
Monday, Mar 25, 2024
Game Time: 7:30 pm ET, Tuesday, March 26, 2024
Venue: Fiserv Forum, Milwaukee, WI
Where to Watch: TNT, MAX
Opening Odds at USA Sportsbooks
DraftKings: Point Spread: Lakers +8.5, Bucks -8.5; Over/Under: 234 points
Bet365: Point Spread: Lakers +8.5, Bucks -8.5; Over/Under: 234 points
BetMGM: Point Spread: Lakers +8.5, Bucks -8.5; Over/Under: 234 points
Season Record
Los Angeles Lakers: 39-32 (4th place, Pacific Division)
Milwaukee Bucks: 46-25 (1st place, Central Division)
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Los Angeles Lakers: 6-4 last 10
Milwaukee Bucks: 6-4 last 10
Los Angeles Lakers vs Milwaukee Bucks Preview and Analysis
The Lakers are entering this game with a 39-32 record overall and they are 12-20 in their road games this season where they will be in this game. They are entering this game on a 3 game winning streak with wins coming against the Atlanta Hawks, the Philadelphia 76ers, and the Indiana Pacers in their last game. Anthony Davis led the team in points in that game with 36 while LeBron James and Spencer Dinwiddie each were next on the team with 26 points. LeBron James led the team in assists in that game with 10 while Anthony Davis led the team in rebounds with 16. They were 56.2% from the field, 48% from 3-point range, and 88.4% from the free throw line with their shots in that game. Their offense is averaging 117.7 PPG and their defense is allowing their opponents to average 117.6 PPG against them. The Lakers have an ATS record of 33-39 this season and their O/U record is 39-32-1.
The Bucks are entering this game with a 46-25 record overall and they are 29-7 in their home games this season where they will be in this game. They are entering this game on a 2 game winning streak with wins coming against the Brooklyn Nets and the Oklahoma City Thunder in their last game. Giannis Antetokounmpo led the team in points in that game with 30 while Bobby Portis Jr. was next on the team with 15 points. Khris Middleton led the team in assists in that game with 10 while Giannis Antetokounmpo led the team in rebounds with 19. They were 53.3% from the field, 32.4% from 3-point range, and 64.3% from the free throw line with their shots in that game. Their offense is averaging 120.6 PPG and their defense is allowing their opponents to average 116.9 PPG against them. The Bucks have an ATS record of 32-38-1 this season and their O/U record is 34-36-1.
Lakers vs Bucks Prediction
The current betting odds have the Bucks listed as an 8.5 point favorite in this game according to Draftkings Sportsbook. The Bucks have looked really good in their games this season with their 46-25 record overall which has them right near the top of the East with one of the best records in the entire NBA. They have looked great on their home court with their 29-7 home record this year and they just pulled off a great win against the Thunder in their last game there. Meanwhile, the Lakers have looked good in their games this season with their 39-32 record overall, but that record also has them in a play-n spot for the playoffs in the West right now. They have struggled to get into a true playoff spot all year and they haven't looked good in their road games either with their 12-20 road record. They do have some momentum in their games lately with 3 wins in a row now, but the Lakers were also beating up on weaker teams at home in those games. Now they are facing one of the best teams in the NBA right now and they have been a completely different team in their road games this year. The Bucks are also going to have a ton of confidence after that big win against the Thunder in their last one and they have their own momentum right now with 2 wins in a row too. The best way to place a bet here is on the Bucks to cover the spread in this game.
Lakers Bucks Prediction: Our NBA Pick for Tuesday, March 26, 2024 (7:30 pm ET start time) is Bucks 117 Lakers 102.
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NBA Betting Trends
Los Angeles Lakers: 5-16 ATS after 3 or more consecutive wins. 14-31 ATS after successfully covering the spread in 2 or more consecutive games. 16-33 ATS after a win by 6 points or less. 21-11 OVER in road games. 18-10 OVER against Central division opponents. 11-6 OVER after a win by 6 points or less.
Milwaukee Bucks: 26-17 ATS as a home favorite of 6 points or less. 6-1 ATS revenging a close loss vs opponent of 3 points or less. 5-1 ATS after allowing 100 points or less. 13-7 OVER revenging a straight up loss vs opponent as a road favorite. 20-14 OVER in home games.
Key Injuries
Los Angeles Lakers: D. Russell (PG) Ques Tues - Illness. J. Hood-Schifino (PG) Out indefinitely - Back. G. Vincent (SG) Early April - Knee. J. Vanderbilt (SF) Early April - Foot. C. Wood (PF) Out indefinitely - Knee. C. Castleton (C) Out indefinitely - Wrist.
Milwaukee Bucks: A. Green (PG) Ques Tues - Illness.
Notable Quotes
“We played them in the (In-Season Tournament) championship, and we know how high-powered an offense they are. They’re never going to stop playing no matter how far they get down or how far they’re up, so it’s a good win for us.” - LeBron James after their win against the Pacers in their game on Sunday.
“Just having everybody together just makes the game easier for everybody. We don’t have to force anything. We just keep on playing good basketball, keep on moving the ball. There’s going to be some nights that it’s going to be my night. There’s going to be some nights that it’s going to be Khris’ night. There’s going to be some nights that it’s going to be Dame’s night. But we don’t have to force anything. Everybody out there is a threat. I think our bench is unbelievable, and they keep on getting better.” - Giannis Antetokounmpo after their win against the Thunder in their game on Sunday.
Starting Lineups
Los Angeles Lakers
PG D'Angelo Russell
SG Austin Reaves
SF LeBron James
PF Rui Hachimura
C Anthony Davis
Milwaukee Bucks
PG Damian Lillard
SG Malik Beasley
SF Khris Middleton
PF Giannis Antetokounmpo
C Brook Lopez
Statistical Leaders
Los Angeles Lakers
PPG: L. James (25.4)
APG: L. James (8.1)
Reb/G: A. Davis (12.5)
Milwaukee Bucks
PPG: G. Antetokounmpo (30.7)
APG: D. Lillard (7)
Reb/G: G. Antetokounmpo (11.3)
Coaches:
Los Angeles Lakers: Darvin Ham (2nd season)
Milwaukee Bucks: Doc Rivers (1st season)
Rod Pearson
About the Author:
Rod Pearson has been a rabid sports fan his entire life. He grew up in Ontario, and was skilled in both hockey and baseball, and pitched in an elite baseball league for many years. In 2022, Rod decided to hang up his glove, so that he could write about the sports he loves -- but from a gambling perspective. Join Rod every day as he breaks down the games to find the best betting value.
