NBA Picks and Spreads: Bet Bucks Over Pacers
The Milwaukee Bucks are 3-point road favorites against the Indiana Pacers. The over-under is set at 257 points. Let’s take a look at our expert NBA picks for this Jan. 3 matchup.
Bucks vs Pacers Game Information
- Game: Bucks (24-9) vs Pacers (18-14)
- Date/Time: Jan. 3, 7 p.m. ET
- Location: Gainbridge Fieldhouse, Indianapolis
- Bucks vs Pacers Live Stream: NBA Game Pass
For the second time in three nights, the Bucks (24-9) square off against the Pacers (18-14). This time, Indiana plays host to Milwaukee in the Jan. 3 NBA matchup. The Bucks are a slight 3-point favorite over the Pacers in the NBA odds. This game tips off at 7 p.m. ET from Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. Tune into NBA League Pass to stream the action.
Bucks vs Pacers Odds and Spreads
Bucks vs Pacers Betting Trends
- Milwaukee is 8-6 in road matchups.
- Indiana is 9-7 at home this season.
- The Bucks are 15-17-1 against the spread at the sportsbook.
- The Pacers are 18-14 against the spread.
- Milwaukee is 24-8 straight up as a favorite.
- Indiana is 9-7 as an underdog.
- The under has hit in five of Indiana’s last six matchups.
- The Pacers are 4-0 against the spread in their last four games.
Bucks, Pacers Under 257 Points
This is a massive total for two teams who have trended toward the over this season. The total went significantly under this at 235 just two days ago on New Year’s Day.
This marks the fifth time these teams have met this season, meaning there is great deal of familiarity. Bet online the under in this NBA matchup.
Spread Pick: Bucks -3
Indiana has won three of the four previous matchups against Milwaukee this season. The Bucks need more from Damian Lillard to get a victory in this one.
Lillard had just 13 points in the Jan. 1 contest against Indiana. Look for Dame Dolla to bounce back and the Bucks to get the win and cover the Las Vegas NBA odds.
Pacers beat the Bucks AGAIN 💪🏼💪🏼
The Pacers now lead the season series 3-1 with their final game being Wednesday in Indy📍⏰
Tonight’s keys –
– Hali had 26 PTS 11 AST 9 RB 👀
– bench had 60 PTS (Ben had 25 and 13)🏀
– Pacers overcame 14% 3PT shooting🤯
PACERS GOING↗️pic.twitter.com/1YaCatUqIN
— EyesOnIndiana👀 (@EyesonIndiana)January 2, 2024
Moneyline Pick: Bucks Top Pacers
The Pacers are going to find it challenging to beat the Bucks two times in three nights. Take Milwaukee in this rare 2024 rematch.
Best Bucks-Pacers Prop Bet: Damian Lillard to Go Under 6.5 Assists
Look for Lillard to want to be a bit more aggressive to bounce back offensively. This likely will lead to fewer assists.
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Bucks vs Pacers Prediction
Questions of the Day
Will Giannis Antetokounmpo score over 35.5 points in this game?
Yes, look for Giannis to top this number.
Will Tyrese Haliburton score over 25.5 points in this game?
Yes. Tyrese Haliburton has had strong outings against the Bucks this season.
The odds and predictions in the article are based on the time of writing and publication. They may differ as to when the actual event takes place.
