Indiana Pacers vs Milwaukee Bucks Game 1 Betting Pick – 4/21/2024

Indiana Pacers vs Milwaukee Bucks Overview

• Date: April 21, 2024
• Venue: Fiserv Forum
• Spread: Indiana Pacers -1 (-110), Milwaukee Bucks 1 (-110)
• Total (Over/Under): 231.5
• Moneyline: Indiana Pacers -115, Milwaukee Bucks -105

Indiana Pacers vs Milwaukee Bucks Win Probabilities

Implied Win %:

• Indiana Pacers - 51%
• Milwaukee Bucks - 49%

Projected Win %:

• Indiana Pacers - 60%
• Milwaukee Bucks - 40%

Indiana Pacers vs Milwaukee Bucks Betting Preview

In a highly anticipated Sunday night matchup, the Indiana Pacers (47-36) are set to battle their divisional rivals, the Milwaukee Bucks (49-33), at the Fiserv Forum in the first game of their Eastern Conference first round playoff series. This game carries added significance as it showcases a fierce rivalry between the two teams, fueling their motivation to secure a victory.

Scheduled for a 7:00 PM ET tip-off, both teams have enjoyed a week of rest leading up to this game. The Pacers' extended break could work to their advantage, allowing their players extra time to recuperate and potentially enhance their chances of winning. Similarly, the Bucks' week-long break may bolster their performance, granting their players valuable rest.

Despite being on the road, the Pacers enter this game as slight favorites, with the spread currently set at Pacers -1.5. The Moneyline for the Pacers stands at -120, indicating a 52% implied win probability. On the other hand, the Bucks' Moneyline sits at +100, reflecting a 48% implied win probability.

Both teams have showcased strong performances as of late. The Pacers have emerged victorious in 29 of their last 50 games, demonstrating their consistency on the court. Meanwhile, the Bucks boast an impressive home record, winning 30 out of their last 40 games played at the Fiserv Forum.

In their most recent outing, the Pacers dominated the Atlanta Hawks with an impressive 157-115 victory. Such a high-scoring win could indicate that the Pacers' offense is firing on all cylinders, making them a team to watch in this matchup. Conversely, the Bucks suffered a 113-88 defeat against the Orlando Magic in their previous game, highlighting the need for a strong bounce-back performance.

For those looking to place wagers on player prop markets, Damian Lillard's Points and Rebounds have emerged as the most popular betting market for this game. Sharp bettors seem to be favoring the Under, as the prop total initially opened at Under 34.5 Points and Rebounds (-115), before dropping to 33.5 (-120).

As these divisional foes clash on the court, expect a highly competitive battle between the Pacers and the Bucks. With extra motivation and rest on both sides, this game could ultimately come down to which team can execute their game plan effectively.

Pick and Prediction: Indiana Pacers 121.78 - Milwaukee Bucks 118.18

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