The Miami Heat stole Game 1 in Milwaukee, putting the Bucks in a very tough spot. On top of that, Giannis is injured, and his current status is unclear.
Before Betting on Heat vs. Bucks
The Heat have a unique chance to beat all the odds and put themselves in an unexpected place before going back home to Miami. With 2-0 from Wisconsin, Erik Spoelstra’s crew would be one step away from the next round, and for the moment, all the circumstances are working in their favor.
Tyler Herro won’t be eligible for quite some time, but there’s no need to worry with Jimmy Butler leading the way in Miami. The strong forward dropped 35 points in Game 1, having 11 assists, most of them toward Bam Adebayo, who scored 22 points with nine boards and seven dimes.
Milwaukee has to show its championship mentality, with or without Giannis, who is still doubtful before tonight’s event. The Bucks were ins a similar position back in 2021 when they had to play a few playoff games without the two-time MVP, and they successfully overcame that mission.
Khris Middleton stepped up in Game 1 with 33 points, Bobby Portis had 21, but Jrue Holiday wasn’t at his best, scoring just 16 buckets, though assisting 16 times as well. Brook Lopez needs to be better and deliver much more than the ten buckets he had two nights ago.
Heat vs. Bucks NBA Playoffs Offshore Odds
| Offshore Sportsbook | Moneyline | Total | Spread |
|---|---|---|---|
| BetOnline | Heat (3.05) | Bucks (1.41) | 219 | Heat +6 (1.91) | Bucks -6 (1.91) |
| Bovada | Heat (3.00) | Bucks (1.42) | 219 | Heat +6 (1.91) | Bucks -6 (1.91) |
| BetUS | Heat (3.05) | Bucks (1.41) | 219 | Heat +6 (1.91) | Bucks -6 (1.91) |
| SportsBetting.ag | Heat (3.05) | Bucks (1.41) | 219 | Heat +6 (1.91) | Bucks -6 (1.91) |
| Pinnacle | Heat (3.16) | Bucks (1.40) | 219.5 | Heat +6 (2.02) | Bucks -6 (1.89) |
| MyBookie | Heat (2.90) | Bucks (1.43) | 219.5 | Heat +6 (1.91) | Bucks -6 (1.91) |
The line for the total points is at 219, and that is too high for a game like this one. The Bucks’ defense will be much more aggressive and tougher with or without Giannis, and on the other side, the Heat love playing that kind of basketball, so we expect under here.
- Pick: Under 219 points
