Milwaukee Bucks vs Miami Heat Prediction & Betting Tips - NBA

Prediction published on 13/02/2024, 06:20  by Devesh Jaganath | Modified on 13/02/2024 at 12:00 in NBA Prediction

The Miami Heat will pay a visit to the Fiserv Forum to face the Milwaukee Bucks in the NBA on Tuesday night. The hosts are 35-19 and third in the Eastern Conference, while the visitors are 28-25 and eighth in the Conference standings. 

The Miami Heat have been improving lately, winning four of their last six games overall. However, they will be aiming to rebound in their upcoming matchup after their two-game win streak was halted by a tough 110-106 loss to the Celtics on Sunday. Tyler Herro led the team with 24 points, while Bam Adebayo contributed 22 points along with 13 rebounds and four assists. Despite ranking as the 27th scoring team in the NBA with an average of 110.4 points per game, the Heat excel defensively, conceding just 110.8 points per game, tying them for fourth in the league. Milwaukee's team, on the other hand, ranks 23rd in points allowed per game, with an average of 118.9. Notably, Miami exhibits a higher offensive output at home, averaging 113.1 points per game, compared to 107.4 points per game on the road. Miami will be missing Jimmy Butler and Josh Richardson, while Terry Rozier's availability remains day-to-day.

The Milwaukee Bucks have been experiencing a downturn recently, with losses in five of their last eight games overall. However, they will be determined to build on their recent success, aiming for a third consecutive win after cruising past the Nuggets in a comfortable 112-95 victory last night. Giannis Antetokounmpo led the charge with an impressive performance, tallying 36 points, 18 rebounds, and five assists on 14 of 19 shooting, while Damian Lillard added 18 points along with five assists. Despite their second spot in the NBA's scoring charts with an average of 122.7 points per game, the Bucks face a tough challenge against the Miami Heat, who allow the fourth-fewest points per game in the league, conceding just 110.8 points per game. However, Milwaukee aims to shore up their defensive efforts, as they currently rank 23rd in the NBA, allowing 118.9 points per game. The Bucks will be missing Khris Middleton for the upcoming game.