Oklahoma City Thunder (48-20) vs. Milwaukee Bucks (44-25)
Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Milwaukee Bucks March 24 2024 – As Oklahoma City Thunder and Milwaukee Bucks prepare to face off on Sunday, excitement levels in the NBA community rise with anticipation. Both teams boast impressive records: 48-20 for Oklahoma City and 44-25 for Milwaukee; the matchup should prove pivotal as both compete for playoff positioning. It should make this match-up must-watch viewing for fans and bettors alike looking for that NBA winning pick in this closely contested battle.
Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Milwaukee Bucks March 24 2024 Game Info
| When: | Sunday, March 24, 2024 at 7:00 PM ET |
| Where: | Fiserv Forum |
| TV: | NBAt |
| Stream: | NBA League Pass |
Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Milwaukee Bucks Betting Odds
| Team | Moneyline | Spread | Total |
| Thunder | TBD | TBD | TBD |
| Bucks | TBD | TBD | TBD |
With betting odds yet to be determined, this matchup presents an intriguing proposition for bettors. Both teams have shown consistency and resilience throughout the season, making the betting lines crucial for those looking to place wagers.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (PG) vs. Giannis Antetokounmpo (PF)
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has been terrific in all the 67 games of Thunder in this season, maintaining great stats of 30.9 ppg, 5.6 rpg and 6.4 apg. The fact that steals him (2.1 spg) and what he can do to help the defense (1.9 bpg) add a significant defensive edge to his game. Nonetheless, his 2.1 turnovers per game display the potential weakness in ball handling, which can be very easy to leverage in the extreme game moments.
Giannis Antetokounmpo has been the focal point of the Bucks with his season stats almost identical to those of Gilgeous-Alexander. With an average of 30.8 points, 11.2 rebounds and 6.4 assists per game, Giannis’ domination of both ends of the court, his ability to draw fouls and convert at the free-throw line, formidable by itself. However, his higher rate of turnovers (3.4 per game) would provide the Thunder chances to score more points.
The fight between the young Gilgeous-Alexander and the experienced Antetokounmpo will be an incredible match of talent and skill. Both players get their teams on the board with their stellar scoring and all-around contributions, a vital factor in the final score. Action will be taken to ensure if the speed and shooting efficiency of Gilgeous-Alexander will be able to surpass the physicality and versatility of Giannis.
Thunder’s Offensive Firepower
Oklahoma City Thunder have scored on average of 120.7 points per game and have a 50% field goal percentage. They have been a tough team to handle due to their well combined attack, spearheaded by Gilgeous-Alexander. The Thunder’s 3-point percentage (39.2%) as well as their free-throw shooting percentage (83.1%) increases and underlines the offensive danger that OKC poses. Although they average 11.5 turnovers per game which is more deficit than the Bucks, it can be an area where the Bucks could take advantage.
Bucks’ Balanced Attack and Defensive Prowess
Milwaukee Bucks boast 120.7 points per game, which is equal to the Thunder’s. As far as the Bucks are concerned, their main asset is a well-balanced offense, headed by Antetokounmpo, and a solid defensive foundation. The fact that they lead the boards (43.9 rpg) and the ability to convert from the free-throw lane (77.5% FT%) had a big influence on their success. On the contrary, their stagnant three-point scoring efficiency (37.9% 3-Point FG%) could turn a tiebreaker into a shootout.
Oklahoma City Thunder Betting Trends
Thunder are 4-1 in their last 5 games.
OKC Thunder are 1-4 in their last 5 games against the spread
Thunder are 17-15 in their road games against the spread
The totals have gone OVER in 2 of Thunder’ last 5 games
The totals have gone OVER in 16 of Thunder’ 35 last games at home
Milwaukee Bucks Betting Trends
Bucks are 3-2 in their last 5 games.
Milwaukee Bucks are 4-1 in their last 5 games against the spread
Bucks are 15-20 in their road games against the spread
The totals have gone OVER in 3 of Bucks’ last 5 games
The totals have gone OVER in 19 of Bucks’ 34 last games at home
Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Milwaukee Bucks Betting Picks
At this point of the match and the patterns of the game’s progression, it will definitely be a close call for the game’s outcome. The Thunder’s recent performance on the spread away from home is valuable and is, however, apprehensive about their covering in the last five matches. On the opposite side, the Bucks outstanding ATS record over the last games shows that they had been underpriced by bookmakers.
Lawful online sports betting bettors will have to be keenly monitoring the betting lines once they are released, especially the spread and over/under. With the ability of both teams to score, bettors may find the over more attractive, especially if the line is set based on their average scoring performance.
Score Prediction: Thunder 118, Bucks 115.
