| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | T | ODDS | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MIL | 31 | 29 | 31 | 23 | 114 | 228.5 |
| CLE | 35 | 38 | 16 | 27 | 116 | -8.25 |
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Milwaukee Bucks vs
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Cavaliers Look to Continue Dominance Against Struggling Bucks in Eastern Conference Showdown
The Milwaukee Bucks, currently 14th in the Eastern Conference with a record of 1-5, are scheduled to play against the Cleveland Cavaliers, the conference's first-placed team with a perfect 7-0 record, on November 4th at 7:00 PM ET at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse. The Cavaliers narrowly defeated the Bucks 114-113 in their previous matchup on Saturday. Cleveland is the favored team with a -7 point spread that has remained unchanged.
Betting Odds
- Moneyline: Bucks +235 | Cavaliers -278
- Spread: Bucks +7 (-110) | Cavaliers -7 (-110)
- Total: Over/Under 230 (-110)
- Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Cleveland will win straight-up is 74%.
Milwaukee vs Cleveland Stats
Milwaukee Bucks
The Milwaukee Bucks are currently struggling early in the season with a 1-5 record, placing them in 14th in the Eastern Conference standings. Offensively, they are averaging 111.3 points per game and are led by point guard Damian Lillard's impressive performances. However, they are facing challenges in terms of efficiency and free throw shooting. Defensively, the Bucks are conceding 118.7 points per game and are giving up high percentages in field goal and three-point shooting. Despite these struggles, the Bucks have shown strength in rebounding. The team's power ranking is 23, with rankings of 21 in offense and 25 in defense. Key players like Giannis Antetokounmpo are contributing significantly to the team's performance. Injuries include small forward Khris Middleton who is currently out with an ankle injury. Overall, the Bucks have the potential to improve and overcome their early-season difficulties.
Cleveland Cavaliers Analysis
The Cleveland Cavaliers are off to a strong start this season with a 7-0 record, currently positioned at the top of the Eastern Conference. Under coach Kenny Atkinson's leadership, the team has shown their ability to play clean basketball, as seen in their recent road win against Milwaukee with just seven turnovers in the game.
Offensively, the Cavaliers are excelling, averaging 123.1 points per game with an impressive shooting accuracy of 52.6% from the field and 40.6% from the 3-point line. On the defensive end, they have been solid, allowing 108.4 points per game and holding opponents to 44.8% shooting from the field and 35.9% from beyond the arc.
In terms of rankings, the Cavaliers hold the 17th spot in power rankings and are ranked #2 for offense and #5 for defense. They have shown dominance in shooting percentages and offensive assists, while also maintaining a strong defensive presence. However, there are some injury concerns with shooting guard Caris LeVert questionable due to a knee injury and small forward Max Strus out with an ankle injury. Overall, the Cavaliers look poised to continue their early season success.
Cavaliers Strong Performances Point to Victory Over Struggling Bucks
The Cleveland Cavaliers have exhibited a strong performance, while the Milwaukee Bucks have faced challenges, exacerbated by the injury to Khris Middleton. In terms of net ratings this season, the two teams are substantially disparate, with the Bucks ranking 25th in the league with a -7.0 net rating, and the Cavaliers ranking third with a 14.3 net rating. Additionally, there is a notable contrast in true shooting percentages, with Milwaukee placed 13th in the NBA with a 57.5 true shooting percentage, compared to Cleveland leading the league with a 63.4 true shooting percentage. Considering these factors, the prediction for the Milwaukee Bucks vs. Cleveland Cavaliers game leans towards a victory for the Cavaliers on their home court.
