Trail Blazers vs. Bucks Picks and Predictions for the NBA Game on January 28th, 2025

Arena and City where Trail Blazers vs. Bucks will be playing

Get ready for an exciting NBA showdown as the Trail Blazers square off against the Bucks on January 28th, 2025, in Portland, OR at Moda Center. Don't forget to check out our expert picks and predictions to boost your chances of winning with your bets.

Introduction to the Trail Blazers vs. Bucks betting tip and prediction

The Western Conference and Eastern Conference collide in this NBA matchup on January 28th, 2025, at 21:00. The Trail Blazers enters as 6.5 point underdogs in the contest. The previous game between these two teams was a pick’em and the Trail Blazers won, 119-116. The over/under for the upcoming game is 231 points.

In the 2024-2025 basketball season, we're all familiar with the significance of the 3-point shot in the game. Let's explore how different teams are succeeding from long distance. The Trail Blazers are currently knocking down 34% of their 3-pointers, displaying their accuracy from beyond the arc. On the other hand, the Bucks are converting 38.8% of their shots from long range, highlighting their proficiency in this aspect. The Trail Blazers are dedicating 41% of their attempts to 3-pointers, while the Bucks are taking 42% of their field goal attempts from downtown.

Portland Trail Blazers

How are the Trail Blazers playing this season?

The Trail Blazers comes into this game with a 17-29 record, and they are currently 13th in the Western Conference standings. The Trail Blazers are 4-6 in their last 10 games.

Did the Trail Blazers win their most recent game?

No, Trail Blazers fell to the Thunder, 118-108. Anfernee Simons scored 24 points in the loss.

Best scorer for the Trail Blazers

The leading scorer for the Trail Blazers this season is Anfernee Simons, who is averaging 18.4 points per game. He scored 24 points on 10-for-19 shooting in his previous regular-season meeting against the Bucks. In the last game, he scored 22 points in DraftKings and 20.9 fantasy points in FanDuel.

Other Team Leaders for the Trail Blazers

Coming into the January 28th, 2025 contest, Deandre Ayton leads the Trail Blazers with 10.2 rebounds per game Scoot Henderson has a team-high 5.1 assists per game. He scored 37.25 DraftKings points and 34.5 FanDuel fantasy game points in the last game. The steals leader for the Trail Blazers is Toumani Camara (1.4 steals per game). He has 42.25 DraftKings fantasy points and 37.8 FanDuel fantasy points for the last game. In terms of swatting shots, Robert Williams III is leading the way for the Trail Blazers with 1.7 blocks per game. His DFS production in the last game is as follows: 14.5 DraftKings fantasy points and 14 FanDuel fantasy points per game.

Trail Blazers Team Analysis

The Trail Blazers' point differential this season is -7.5 points per game, which ranks 27th in the NBA. They are averaging 107.8 points per game while allowing 115.3 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the Trail Blazers are making 12.2 shots per game, which ranks 25th in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the Trail Blazers are making 16.1 per game, which ranks 23rd in the NBA.

Projected Trail Blazers Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Bucks, the Trail Blazers' starting lineup consisted of Deandre Ayton, Jabari Walker, Jerami Grant, Anfernee Simons and Malcolm Brogdon. For the upcoming matchup, the Trail Blazers has the following injuries: Deandre Ayton is questionable (knee) and Matisse Thybulle is out (knee).

Milwaukee Bucks

How are the Bucks playing this season?

The Bucks head this game with a 26-18 record, and they are currently 4th in the Eastern Conference standings. The Bucks are 8-2 in their last 10 games.

Did the Bucks win their most recent game?

Yes, Bucks defeated the Jazz, 125-110. Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 27 points in the victory.

Best scorer for the Bucks

The leading scorer for the Bucks this season is Giannis Antetokounmpo, who is averaging 31.5 points per game. Giannis Antetokounmpo also leads the team in minutes played per game with 36.34. He scored 27 points on 10-for-16 shooting in his previous regular season meeting against the Trail Blazers.

Other Team Leaders for the Bucks

Giannis Antetokounmpo is leading the way with 12.2 rebounds per game. Damian Lillard is dishing out a team-high 7.3 assists per game. In terms of steals, the Bucks' leader is Damian Lillard with 1.2 steals per game. The blocks' leader for the Bucks is Brook Lopez, who is sending back 2 shots per game.

Bucks Team Analysis

The Bucks' point differential this season is 3.5 points per game, which ranks 8th in the NBA. They are averaging 114.6 points per game while allowing 111.1 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the Bucks are making 14.2 shots per game, which ranks 8th in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the Bucks are making 16.4 per game, which ranks 20th in the NBA.

Projected Bucks' Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Trail Blazers, the Bucks' starting five were Brook Lopez, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Khris Middleton, Malik Beasley and Damian Lillard.

Bet suggestions for this game

Spread betting suggestion

According to Vegas, it is a toss-up for the Trail Blazers and Bucks game. Although it is a pick’em, the suggestion is to bet at the Bucks.

Money Line betting suggestion

Trail Blazers are a 6.5 money line underdog for the game against the Bucks, and the suggestion is to pick the Bucks.

Over/Under betting suggestion

The over/under for the Trail Blazers and Bucks is 231 points, so the suggestion is to take the over.

Will there be Overtime?

Since the Trail Blazers and Bucks have combined for just 1 overtime game this season, overtime is not likely for the upcoming contest.