Once upon a time, a game between the Raptors and Bucks would be high-stakes drama. These days that is not the case. Toronto lacks the offensive firepower to compete seriously. In comparison, Milwaukee is still a top NBA championship contender. Of course, the Bucks have the ultimate NBA betting weapon. Giannis Antetokounmpo has transformed the franchise into an NBA powerhouse. Despite their fallen status, the Raptors give gamblers value that exceeds their ability. Milwaukee has held its own, overcoming its marquee brand.
Toronto Raptors vs. Milwaukee Bucks NBA Betting Information
| Date and Time: | Tuesday, January 17, 2023, 7:30 p.m. ET |
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| Location: | Fiserv Forum, Milwaukee, Wisconsin |
| TV Coverage: | TNT |
| Team | Spread | Total | ML | |
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| Raptors | +4½ (-110) | 224 (-110) | +165 |  |
| Bucks | -4½ (-110) | 24 (-110) | -190 | |
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Raptors at Bucks SBG Odds Overview
In this situation, Milwaukee will get most of the sportsbook support. Giannis and the Bucks’ success makes for a bigger brand. Toronto is more of a sharp’s kind of team. The masses ignore the Raptors. Squares are not attracted to the Raptors. Cause by Toronto’s lack of star power and recent success.
Toronto Raptors Team Overview
The Toronto Raptors are 19-23 straight up, 21-21 against the spread, and 23-19 over/under the total. Late on, the Raptors have covered four of their previous seven games. Three of their last four games went over the total. Toronto is in range of a play-in for the postseason.
In sum, Toronto has NBA metrics of 24th for scoring offense, 29th for field goal percentage, 29th for 3-point field goal percentage, 10th for free throw percentage, and 22nd for offensive rebounding.
In comparison on defense, Toronto has NBA metrics of 9th for scoring defense, 27th for field goal percentage permitted, 24th for 3-point field goal percentage allowed, and 11th for defensive rebounding.
First among Toronto scorers is power forward Pascal Siakam, with 26.1 points, 8.3 rebounds, and 6.4 assists per game. Shooting guard Gary Trent Jr adds 18.5 points per game. And then shooting forward OG Anunoby brings 18.2 points and 5.8 rebounds per contest.
Milwaukee Bucks Team Overview
Overall, the Milwaukee Bucks are 27-15 straight up, 22-18-2 against the spread, and 20-22 over/under the total. Milwaukee got the cash in four of its previous six games. The Bucks are 3.5 games behind the Boston Celtics for the Eastern Conference’s top seed.
To summarize, Milwaukee has NBA metrics of 21st for scoring offense, 26th for field goal percentage, 20th for 3-point field goal percentage, 29th for free throw percentage, and 6th for offensive rebounding.
In comparison on defense, Milwaukee has NBA metrics of 6th for scoring defense, 2nd for field goal percentage permitted, 5th for 3-point field goal percentage allowed, and 20th for defensive rebounding.
Naturally, power forward Giannis leads Milwaukee with 31 points, 11.9 rebounds, and 5.3 assists per game. Point guard Jrue Holiday adds 18.5 points, 5.0 rebounds, and 7.2 assists per game. Forward Bonny Portis brings 14.0 points and 10.0 rebounds per contest. Small forward Kris Middleton remains out with a knee injury.
Raptors at Bucks SBG Free Pick
In this situation, Milwaukee is the obvious NBA betting choice. The Bucks have star power and consistent success over several seasons. As was previously noted, the Raptors are a poor offensive and shooting team. Most important of all, Milwaukee will have the best player on the floor by far.
Raptors at Bucks SBG Best Bet: Milwaukee Bucks.