While Milwaukee Bucks point guard Eric Bledsoe claims he doesn’t know who Terry Rozier is, the rest of the NBA is well aware of Rozier’s dominance over the ex-Phoenix Sun thus far in the first-round series. The Celtics, who own a 2-0 series lead, have been on cruise control even without superstar Kyrie Irving and aim for their third straight win in Game 3 in Wisconsin. With a closing total of 203 or more, the Bucks have gone OVER in 15 of their last 17 games.
Sportsbook opened the Celtics as 6-point road underdogs with a total of 203.
- The total has gone OVER in the Celtics’ last six games (avg combined score: 216.67).
- The Celtics are 1-9 SU and 3-7 ATS in their last 10 games in the playoffs as underdog.
- The Bucks are 2-7 SU and ATS in their last nine games in the playoffs at home.
Rozier torched the Bucks for 23 points in each of the first two games and has yet to commit a turnover. On the other hand, Bledsoe is averaging just 10.5 points on 9-of-25 shooting while making three turnovers per game. Second-year shooting guard Jaylen Brown made five three-pointers while scoring 30 points in Game 2 and is averaging 25 in the series. The biggest edge has been on the sidelines, as the well-respected Brad Stevens has coached circles around Bucks interim coach Joe Prunty.
Giannis Antetokounmpo (32.5 points, 11 rebounds, 7.5 assists) and Khris Middleton (28 points, six rebounds) have been spectacular in the series, but they haven’t received much help from their teammates. Backup power forward Jabari Parker has just two points on 1-of-7 shooting through two games, while second-year guard Malcolm Brogdon is averaging 13 points in that span.
Thinking of betting the Bucks tonight? Consider this: Milwaukee is 1-11 ATS in its past 12 as a home fave.
Sportsbook Odds & Computer Pick
The Milwaukee Bucks were listed earlier as 6-point favorites on the betting oddsboard at Sportsbook. Those betting on the total OVER/UNDER for points scored have seen that line set at 202.5 for Friday at shops such as Sportsbook.
OddsShark score prediction models pick a 106-103 result in favor of the Celtics today. View the computer score prediction and who will win the pick on the moneyline for all upcoming NBA matchups here.
Boston Celtics vs Milwaukee Bucks Matchup
Team Betting Records & Power Rankings
The Milwaukee Bucks sit at 44-40 (35-46-3 ATS) on the season; in comparison, the Boston Celtics are currently 57-27 (52-30-2 ATS). Looking to bet on the points scored total? Milwaukee is 49-34-1 OU and Boston is 44-39-1 OU. Stay Informed: follow us on Twitter for odds specials, betting line moves and Milwaukee vs Boston injuries news.
The Bucks sit at No. 17 in the current NBA Power Rankings here at OddsShark, while the Celtics are at No. 11 on that betting chart.
Statistical Matchup
When it comes to rebounds, the visiting Boston Celtics rank No. 9 in the league with 44.38 per game. That compares with Milwaukee's No. 30 ranking in that category. When it comes to three-point shooting, Milwaukee is the NBA's No. 27-ranked team at 8.73 per game, while Boston rates No. 6 with 11.46 per contest.
Recent Outings Betting Recap
- Boston is 16-6 ATS in its last 22 games
- Boston is 10-4 SU in its last 14 games
- The total has gone OVER in 5 of Boston's last 5 games
- Boston is 14-5 ATS in its last 19 games on the road
- Milwaukee is 2-5 ATS in its last 7 games
- Milwaukee is 2-4 SU in its last 6 games
- The total has gone OVER in 9 of Milwaukee's last 10 games
- Milwaukee is 3-12 ATS in its last 15 games at home
Next Betting Matchups
Boston at Milwaukee, Sunday, April 22
