- What: NBA Regular Season Game
- When: March 18, 2025
- Who: Milwaukee Bucks vs. Golden State Warriors
- Time: 7:00 p.m. PST
- Where: Chase Center (San Francisco, CA)
The Milwaukee Bucks (38-29) are heading West to kick off a road trip against the Golden State Warriors (39-28) in a clash of former MVPs.
These two teams faced off in February, with the Warriors securing a 14-point victory on the road. The Bucks are looking to bounce back after a home defeat to the Thunder, losing 121-105 and failing to cover as 5.5-point underdogs.
Meanwhile, Golden State will be playing their second game in as many nights. The Warriors lost to the Nuggets yesterday, 114-105.
Milwaukee
The Milwaukee Bucks are starting a road trip out West, facing five straight Western Conference teams. They recently finished a homestand, defeating the Lakers and Pacers before losing to the Thunder.
The Bucks are fourth in the Eastern Conference, with a narrow half-game lead over the fifth-place Pacers. Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 21 points, 12 rebounds, and 10 assists in the loss.
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Giannis is having a standout season, ranking 2nd in scoring with 30.4 PPG, 6th in rebounds with 12.1 RPG, and 6.0 APG, though he is slightly overshadowed in the MVP race.
Damian Lillard is the second-leading scorer with 25.1 PPG, while newly acquired Kyle Kuzma adds 13.3 PPG. Taureen Prince contributes 8.1 PPG from the starting lineup, and Brook Lopez chips in with 12.5 PPG.
Golden State
The Warriors are currently 6th in the competitive Western Conference, with only the Thunder looking secure at the top seed. Recently, they beat the Knicks, led by Steph Curry’s 28 points.
Curry is questionable for the Denver game due to a lower back strain, which raises concerns about his availability. He leads the team with 24.3 points per game and remains their best three-point shooter at 39.6%.
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Jimmy Butler, averaging 16.4 PPG in his 15 games with Golden State, is a key addition to the roster. Draymond Green continues to contribute with 9.2 PPG and 6.1 RPG, while Moses Moody started last game at 10.0 PPG as a young prospect.
Jonathan Kuminga has returned, averaging 16.6 PPG off the bench. The Warriors rank 4th in offensive efficiency and 8th defensively.
Bucks-Warriors Best Bet
The Warriors have been in excellent form lately, winning 12 of their last 14 games as they approach their matchup on Tuesday.
Their recent success puts them in a strong position as they aim for a playoff spot while trying to steer clear of the play-in round.
In contrast, the Bucks have faced challenges, dropping four of their last six games. They currently sit 12th in scoring and are ranked 13th in defensive scoring efficiency.
Their inconsistent performance may make it challenging to keep up with a surging Golden State team. The Bucks have struggled on the road, compiling a record of 12-18-1 against the spread.
I would take the Warriors to cover as home underdogs in this one.
Best Bet: Warriors +2.5 Points at -105 odds
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