Milwaukee Bucks vs Golden State Warriors: Injury Report, Starting 5s, Betting Odds, Tips & Spreads - March 12th, 2022 | NBA Season 2021-22
The Milwaukee Bucks start their four-game road trip on Saturday against the Golden State Warriors at Chase Center. The Bucks are riding a six-game winning streak, while the Warriors have won two straight games.
Giannis Antetokounmpo is coming off a 43-point performance against the Atlanta Hawks. He led the Bucks to a 124-115 win at home. Milwaukee has been on a roll since the All-Star break, with a record of 6-1. The only loss came against the Brooklyn Nets.
Meanwhile, the Warriors finally look like they are out of their slump post All-Star break. They enter Saturday's matchup on a two-game winning streak, after beating the LA Clippers and Denver Nuggets. Steph Curry has been on fire lately, putting up 34 points in their 113-102 win over Denver.
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Milwaukee Bucks Injury Report
The Bucks have four players on their injury report for Saturday's game against the Warriors. All four players are out due to injuries. Pat Connaughton continues to recover from right finger surgery, but is expected to return before the end of the regular season.
George Hill is still dealing with a sore neck, while Lindell Wigginton has a right ankle sprain. Brook Lopez, who has played in just one game this season, is still recuperating from back surgery. Lopez has started practicing 5-on-5 and appears to be inching closer to his return.
Golden State Warriors Injury Report
The Warriors have five players on their injury list for the matchup against the Bucks. All five players are out, while only four are injured. James Wiseman has recovered from his knee injury, but is currently assigned to the NBA G League.
Draymond Green is still listed as out due to a spinal injury, but is expected to return on March 14th against the Washington Wizards. Andre Iguodala is experiencing tightness to his lower back, while Gary Payton II is dealing with a sore left knee. Finally, Otto Porter Jr. is ill and won't play on Saturday.
Milwaukee Bucks vs Golden State Warriors Betting Odds & Spreads - March 12th, 2022
The Bucks are being favored against the Warriors despite being on the road. The Bucks are on a six-game winning streak, while the Warriors have struggled since the NBA All-Star break, with a record of 3-5.
The Warriors and Bucks are second in their respective conferences, with Golden State having the better overall record. However, Milwaukee has a healthier lineup since the Warriors are missing Draymond Green.
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Milwaukee Bucks vs Golden State Warriors Betting Tips
Milwaukee Bucks Betting Tips (H3)
1. Giannis Antetokounmpo is averaging 31.1 points, 13.6 rebounds, 5.7 assists, 1.7 steals and 1.4 blocks per game since the All-Star break.
2. The Bucks are 18-13 on the road this season.
3. The Bucks are on a six-game winning streak.
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Golden State Warriors Betting Tips (H3)
1. Steph Curry is averaging 25.6 points and shooting 36.9% from beyond the arc since in his last seven games.
2. The Warriors have the best home record in the NBA at 27-7.
3. Draymond Green (spinal injury) is out against the Bucks.
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Milwaukee Bucks vs Golden State Warriors Predicted Lineups
The Bucks are expected to field their usual starting lineup against the Warriors. Jrue Holiday and Grayson Allen are the guards, while Khris Middleton, Giannis Antetokoumpo and Bobby Portis complete the frontcourt. The Bucks' rotation also includes Wesley Matthews, Serge Ibaka, Jevon Carter and Jordan Nwora.
Meanwhile, the Warriors will continue to adjust without Draymond Green. Steph Curry and Klay Thompson, the Splash Brothers, are the starting backcourt. Moses Moody and Andrew Wiggins are the forwards, while Kevon Looney is at center. Jordan Poole, Jonathan Kuminga, Nemanja Bjelica, Damion Lee and Juan Toscano-Anderson are expected to come off the bench.
1. The Bucks are 4-2 against the Warriors in their last six matchups.
2. The Warriors are 4-9 against the spread in their last 13 games.
3. The total has gone over in 11 out of the last 14 Bucks games.
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Milwaukee Bucks vs Golden State Warriors Predicted Starting 5s
Milwaukee Bucks
Point Guard - Jrue Holiday | Shooting Guard - Grayson Allen | Small Forward - Khris Middleton | Power Forward - Giannis Antetokounmpo | Center - Bobby Portis
Golden State Warriors
Point Guard - Steph Curry | Shooting Guard - Klay Thompson | Small Forward - Moses Moody | Power Forward - Andrew Wiggins | Center - Kevon Looney