Milwaukee Bucks vs Denver Nuggets Odds, Picks and Predictions

The Milwaukee Bucks and Denver Nuggets are set to square off Monday in a National Basketball Association showdown. The Milwaukee Bucks are 32-14 on the season, which is second in the Eastern Conference. The Bucks are coming off a home win over the Pelicans on Saturday. Overall, Milwaukee has won 7 out of their last 10 games.

For the Denver Nuggets, they are 32-15. That is right in the mix with the Thunder, Timberwolves and Clippers in the Western Conference. Denver is coming off a win at home over Philadelphia on Saturday. Let’s find out more about each team and get to our Bucks vs Nuggets odds:

Milwaukee Bucks vs. Denver Nuggets Odds

Here are the most up to date Bucks vs Nuggets odds to make our NBA Picks today:

• Spread: Denver Nuggets -3.5, Milwaukee Bucks +3.5

• Total: 241

• Moneyline: Denver Nuggets -170, Milwaukee Bucks +140

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Milwaukee Bucks vs. Denver Nuggets  Information

Here is some information on these two NBA teams playing a big game on the NBA schedule:

Milwaukee Bucks (32-14) @ Denver Nuggets (32-15)

Ball Arena; Denver, CO

Monday January 29th, 2024; 7:00 pm MST

Watch On: ALT

Previous Meeting: The Denver Nuggets beat the Milwaukee Bucks 129-106 on March 25th, 2023.

Milwaukee Bucks vs. Denver Nuggets  Betting Preview

After a 12-point defeat against Cleveland, the Milwaukee Bucks staged a major comeback on Saturday, posting an impressive 75 points in the first half and securing a commanding 24-point win. In this big time performance, Giannis Antetokounmpo delivered a stellar performance, scoring 30 points and grabbing 12 rebounds. Damian Lillard contributed 26 points, while Brook Lopez and Bobby Portis both exceeded the 20-point mark.

The dynamic duo of the Greek Freak and Dame showcases one of the most potent combinations in the league. The impact of the new head coach, Doc Rivers, on this team remains interesting. Currently, the Bucks rank second in the NBA with an average of 124 points per game, trailing only behind Indiana. Notably, Milwaukee consistently makes more than 14 three-pointers per game.

Starting out on a challenging five-game road trip, the Bucks are set to face the following opponents: Portland, Dallas, Utah, and Phoenix. The next home game for Milwaukee is scheduled for Thursday, February 8th, when they will host the Timberwolves.

Similarly, the Denver Nuggets secured a big victory on Saturday against the 76ers, using a 25-17 fourth quarter surge. Nikola Jokic played a pivotal role, contributing 26 points and 16 rebounds in the absence of Joel Embiid, who was sidelined due to left knee soreness.

In terms of team offense, the Nuggets find themselves in the middle of the pack, averaging 115.2 points per game. Despite a commendable 50% shooting accuracy, Denver has encountered challenges at the free-throw line, with a conversion rate of 75.3%. Jokic, on the other hand, is on the verge of averaging a double-double, with impressive stats of 26.3 points, 11.9 rebounds, and 9 assists per game.

Looking ahead, Denver will hit the road for a game against Oklahoma City before returning home to host Portland for a pair of consecutive home games.

Milwaukee Bucks vs. Denver Nuggets  Betting Picks

It’s time to give our picks for the Bucks vs Nuggets odds: two of the best teams in the National Basketball Association. Honestly, a potential NBA Finals preview. The Milwaukee Bucks know this is their year to get back to the finals. There is a reason they are paying three head coaches. It’s do or die for the Bucks this year. 

This is a game the Bucks would love to come out strong and show they are a legitimate threat. The problem here – Denver is really good. In fact, the Nuggets still are the team to beat in the league. We like Jokic and his team to come out strong, and make sure they win this game at home and keep the talk of their demise to bed. The Denver Nuggets win this game. Take Denver -3.5 over Milwaukee on Monday. That’s our NBA bet for Monday. Enjoy the game and best of luck with all your betting!