With Milwaukee laying five points and the total sitting at 222, what’s the smart bet in Wednesday night’s Spurs vs. Bucks matchup at 9:30 p.m. ET? Will San Antonio continue to give Milwaukee issues from an ATS standpoint?
Game Matchup & Betting Odds
San Antonio Spurs (+5) at Milwaukee Bucks (-5); o/u 222
9:30 p.m. ET, Wednesday, January 8, 2025
Fiserv Forum, Milwaukee, WI
TV: ESPN
Spurs vs. Bucks Public Betting: Bettors Backing Milwaukee
Our NBA Public Betting Information page indicates that 61% of public bettors are currently backing the Bucks when it comes to the spread. This information is subject to change throughout the day, however, so be sure to check the link so you’re receiving the most up-to-date public betting data.
Wembanyama tallies 23 points vs. Bulls
Victor Wembanyama played 35 minutes in Monday’s 114-110 loss to Chicago, tallying 23 points (9-of-22 FGs, 1-of-2 FTs), 14 rebounds, four assists, eight blocks, and four 3-pointers. Wembanyama has rejected eight shots or more in four games this season, the most recent being Monday’s defeat. The Spurs sensation also recorded his third consecutive double-double, a season-high. Wembanyama’s production has been consistently elite, something very few players have been able to say during the 2024-25 campaign. The Spurs play twice more during Week 11, beginning with the Bucks on Wednesday.
Antetokounmpo listed as probable vs. Spurs
Giannis Antetokounmpo (right patella tendinopathy) is listed as probable for Wednesday’s matchup with San Antonio. Giannis is still managing this knee issue, but it isn’t expected to keep him out of the lineup for this game. He recorded a triple-double in 29 minutes in their last game and should be in for another strong performance.
Spurs vs. Bucks NBA Prediction:
Take San Antonio. The Spurs have given the Bucks trouble in previous meetings. They’re 8-2 against the spread in their last 10 meetings with the Bucks, covering in four out of their last five games versus Milwaukee. The Spurs have also covered in eight out of their last 10 games overall, despite dropping back-to-back games at the betting window. On the other side, the Bucks have dropped four out of their last six games ATS.
Spurs vs. Bucks Betting Prediction: San Antonio Spurs +5