Bucks vs. Heat Picks and Prediction – 4/5/2025
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Milwaukee Bucks (42-34) vs. Miami Heat (35-42)
Time: 8:00 PM ET
Location: Kaseya Center, Miami, FL
TV: Bally Sports
Previous Games:
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Bucks: 126-113 road win over Philadelphia (erased 17-point deficit)
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Heat: 110-108 home loss to Memphis
Head-to-Head:
Milwaukee and Miami have traded wins in recent seasons, but with Miami winning 6 of their last 7 overall and covering the spread in 9 straight, the Heat have gained momentum despite the absence of Jimmy Butler. The Bucks have been inconsistent lately, especially on the road.
Milwaukee Bucks Breakdown:
Milwaukee enters Saturday night trying to build on a comeback win over the 76ers. Giannis Antetokounmpo was dominant, recording a 35-20-17 triple-double, showcasing his all-around impact. However, the Bucks have struggled on the road and have gone 2-4 SU in their last 6 games. Their defense has allowed over 115 points per game in the last 10 outings, and Damian Lillard remains out with a calf injury.
Key Players:
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Giannis Antetokounmpo: 35 PTS, 20 AST, 17 REB vs. PHI
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Brook Lopez: 17 PTS on 7-11 FG
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Kyle Kuzma: 16 PTS, 4 REB
Miami Heat Breakdown:
The Heat have surged despite missing Jimmy Butler, leaning on a resurgent Tyler Herro, who dropped 35 points vs. Memphis. Herro is questionable tonight with a thigh contusion. Bam Adebayo remains the consistent force inside. Miami’s defense has been solid, allowing just 103.9 PPG over the last 10, and they are 6-1 SU in their last 7 games. Their balance and efficiency (shooting 50.4% FG last 10 games) could pose problems for Milwaukee.
Key Players:
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Tyler Herro: 35 PTS, 9 REB vs. MEM (questionable)
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Bam Adebayo: 26 PTS, 7 REB, 5 AST
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Davion Mitchell: 5.5 AST/game (last 10)
Betting Trends:
Milwaukee Bucks:
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6-2 ATS in their last 8 games
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OVER in 5 straight games
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2-4 SU in last 6
Miami Heat:
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9-0 ATS in their last 9 games
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6-1 SU in their last 7 games
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UNDER in 12 of last 18
Total Trends (O/U 215.5):
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OVER in all of the last 5 Bucks games
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OVER in last 2 meetings between these teams
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OVER in 13 of last 20 Heat home games
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Heat have averaged 113.2 PPG in last 10; Bucks 114.3 PPG
Exact Score Prediction:
Miami Heat 112 – Milwaukee Bucks 108
Our Best Bet:
Over 215.5 (-110)
Even with potential absences, both teams have been efficient offensively. The Bucks are a strong OVER team recently, and the Heat's recent pace and scoring trends support the total. Expect both squads to clear the number in a competitive battle in Miami.