Hierarchy in the East will be better sorted out on Wednesday night when the top team in the conference the Milwaukee Bucks (22-8) visit the #3 Cleveland Cavaliers (21-11). The Cavs do have the advantage of being at home where they are 15-2 on the season, and that’s a main reason Cleveland is a slight favorite despite the Bucks winning seven of their last nine.
Before Betting on Bucks vs Cavaliers
Cleveland has kicked off four straight wins, but they are in a letdown spot vs Milwaukee considering the 122-99 victory over Utah was an emotional one for Cleveland star Donovan Mitchell, who had 23 points against his former team. Then again, you always get up for the top team in the conference coming to town, especially with the Cavaliers already losing twice to the Bucks this season – both defeats by 15 points in Milwaukee.
The Bucks defense has been dominant over Cleveland in the 113-98 and the 117-102 wins so far this season. We will see if a change of venue improves the Cavaliers’ offensive chances, but Milwaukee is also second in the league in defensive efficiency so this intensity travels.
Cleveland leads the NBA in defensive efficiency, and they did well against Giannis Antetokounmpo in the first meeting this season holding him to just 16 points. The former MVP dropped 38 in the second game though so his production is unpredictable here.
Milwaukee vs Cleveland NBA Offshore Betting Odds
| Offshore Sportsbook | Moneyline | Total | Spread |
|---|---|---|---|
| BetOnline | Bucks (2.10) | Cavs (1.76) | 216.5 | Bucks +2 (1.91) | Cavs -2 (1.91) |
| Bovada | Bucks (2.10) | Cavs (1.77) | 216.5 | Bucks +2 (1.91) | Cavs -2 (1.91) |
| BetUS | Bucks (2.10) | Cavs (1.77) | 216.5 | Bucks +2 (1.91) | Cavs -2 (1.91) |
| SportsBetting.ag | Bucks (2.10) | Cavs (1.76) | 216.5 | Bucks +2 (1.91) | Cavs -2 (1.91) |
| Pinnacle | Bucks (2.10) | Cavs (1.83) | 216.5 | Bucks +2 (1.93) | Cavs -2 (1.98) |
| MyBookie | Bucks (2.06) | Cavs (1.78) | 216.5 | Bucks +2 (1.91) | Cavs -2 (1.91) |
Bucks vs Cavaliers Prediction & Pick
This is a get up game for Cleveland, and it’s also their fourth straight at home. The Cavaliers are out for revenge after a couple of lopsided losses in Milwaukee earlier this year, and Cleveland has been very good on their home court.
Pick: Cavaliers -2
