The Bucks will play the Cavaliers on Wednesday, January 17th, 2024. Your timezone's tip off time is 7:40 pm EST. Check local listings or your nearest streaming app for coverage.
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Table of Contents
- Matchup Stats
- Captain Shady Lines
- Best Odds
- Interactive Odds Example
- Prop Bets
- Team Standings
- Futures Odds
- Team Pages
- Other Games Today
Key Matchup Stats
The Milwaukee Bucks and the Cleveland Cavaliers will tip-off on Wednesday, January 17th, 2024 in what should be another exciting matchup of the 2023-24 NBA season. As we look ahead beyond the season's midway point, it's important to note that each team's performance trends are now falling into place. Use the following analytical insights to size up this matchup and to place an informed wager.
- SportsBetting3.com Power Rankings - The Milwaukee Bucks come to this game with a 96.67 power ranking. The power ranking for their opponent, the Cleveland Cavaliers, is currently 94.67. Note that the higher power ranking usually correlates to the favorite team, while the lower ranking to the underdog.
- Away Milwaukee Bucks - The Milwaukee Bucks currently have a 9-8 away team record. They now rank 4th in the league for away team wins.
- Home Cleveland Cavaliers - The Cleveland Cavaliers come to the floor sporting a 14-8 record as a home team. As a result, they stand 5th in the league for home team wins in the 2023-24 NBA regular season.
- Average Points Per Game - The Milwaukee Bucks currently rank 2nd (125.0) for average points scored per game. The Cleveland Cavaliers stand 19th, averaging 113.1 PPG.
- Average Opponent Points Per Game - Opponents have scored an average of 119.9 points against the Milwaukee Bucks, ranking them 6th in the league. Meanwhile, the Cleveland Cavaliers currently rank 24th in the league for points scored against them. Their current standing is 110.7 OPPG.
- Team Division Records - The Milwaukee Bucks currently have a 6-5 Eastern Central Division division record. Their opponent, the Cleveland Cavaliers, come to the game with a 4-3 Eastern Central Division standing.
- Overall Team Records - The Milwaukee Bucks have a 28-12 overall record, while the Cleveland Cavaliers have a 23-15 standing.
Captain Shady Lines
A broken compass is right at least twice a day.
Arrr! Set sail for the Cleveland Cavaliers' treacherous venue on January 17th! ... Brace yourselves, for another thrilling clash in the 2023-24 NBA season! The Milwaukee Bucks, with a 28-12 overall standing, face off against the Cleveland Cavaliers, who stand at 23-15.
The Bucks, with a 6-5 Eastern Central Division record, are no strangers to fierce competition. ... Meanwhile, the Cavaliers boast a 4-3 Eastern Central Division standing.
With an average of 125.0 points per game, the Bucks strike fear into their opponents' hearts! ... While the Cavaliers have managed to muster 113.1 points per game.
Before setting sail on your betting journey, be sure to review each team's performance stats. ... Our preferred sportsbooks offer some of the best point spreads, totals, and moneylines for this game.
But that's not all, me hearties! We have a great sampling of this game's prop bets below. ... So gather your crew and embark on this high-stakes adventure!
May the Bucks' offense plunder the Cavaliers' defense, leaving their home crowd silenced... as they sail away with victory in this thrilling NBA showdown!
Best Bucks at Cavaliers Odds
| Underdog Cleveland Cavaliers | Favorite Milwaukee Bucks |
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Matchup Odds FAQs
The Milwaukee Bucks are -3.5 -115 point spread favorites at BetMGM, while the Cleveland Cavaliers are +4 -112 point spread underdogs at BetRivers.
The best over line is 236.5 -115 points at BetMGM, which means you risk $115 to win $100 betting the over. The best under line is 237 -112 points at BetRivers, and that means you risk $112 to win $100 betting the under.
The Milwaukee Bucks are the -175 moneyline favorite at BetMGM and the Cleveland Cavaliers are the +145 moneyline underdog at BetMGM.
NBA Odds Example
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Bucks
Cavaliers
1/17/24 7:40pm EST | -3.5 -115+3.5 -105 |
Underdog Cleveland Cavaliers - Cleveland Cavaliers bettors risk $100 to win $95.24 at -105 odds.
A +3.5 Cleveland Cavaliers underdog bet wins if they lose by 3 or fewer, tie, or win outright. Your bet loses if they lose by 4 or more.
Favorite Milwaukee Bucks - Milwaukee Bucks bettors risk $100 to win $86.96 at -115 odds.
A -3.5 Milwaukee Bucks favorite bet wins if they win by 4 or more. Your bet loses if they win by 3 or fewer, tie, or lose outright.
Milwaukee Bucks at Cleveland Cavaliers Prop Bets
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Bucks
Cavaliers
Game to Overtime
1/17/24 7:40pm EST | Yes +1100No -3000Bet |
Cavaliers
Team Total Points
MIL at CLE 1/17/24 7:40pm EST | 116.5 o -120116.5 u -105Bet |
Bucks
Team Total Points
MIL at CLE 1/17/24 7:40pm EST | 120.5 o -110120.5 u -115Bet |
Bobby Portis
Points Scored
MIL at CLE 1/17/24 7:40pm EST | 10.5 o -13010.5 u +100Bet |
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Bobby Portis
Points, Rebounds & Assists
MIL at CLE 1/17/24 7:40pm EST | 18.5 o -11018.5 u -120Bet |
Brook Lopez
Points Scored
MIL at CLE 1/17/24 7:40pm EST | 12.5 o -12012.5 u -110Bet |
Brook Lopez
Points, Rebounds & Assists
MIL at CLE 1/17/24 7:40pm EST | 19.5 o -12019.5 u -110Bet |
Caris LeVert
Points Scored
MIL at CLE 1/17/24 7:40pm EST | 16.5 o -12516.5 u -105Bet |
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Caris LeVert
Points, Rebounds & Assists
MIL at CLE 1/17/24 7:40pm EST | 25.5 o -10525.5 u -125Bet |
Damian Lillard
Points Scored
MIL at CLE 1/17/24 7:40pm EST | 23.5 o -14023.5 u +105Bet |
Damian Lillard
Points, Rebounds & Assists
MIL at CLE 1/17/24 7:40pm EST | 34.5 o -11034.5 u -120Bet |
Dean Wade
Points, Rebounds & Assists
MIL at CLE 1/17/24 7:40pm EST | 11.5 o -11511.5 u -120Bet |
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Dean Wade
Points Scored
MIL at CLE 1/17/24 7:40pm EST | 5.5 o -1105.5 u -120Bet |
Donovan Mitchell
Points Scored
MIL at CLE 1/17/24 7:40pm EST | 33.5 o -11033.5 u -120Bet |
Donovan Mitchell
Points, Rebounds & Assists
MIL at CLE 1/17/24 7:40pm EST | 46.5 o -10546.5 u -125Bet |
Giannis Antetokounmpo
Points, Rebounds & Assists
MIL at CLE 1/17/24 7:40pm EST | 51.5 o -11551.5 u -120Bet |
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Giannis Antetokounmpo
Points Scored
MIL at CLE 1/17/24 7:40pm EST | 32.5 o -12032.5 u -110Bet |
Isaac Okoro
Points, Rebounds & Assists
MIL at CLE 1/17/24 7:40pm EST | 16.5 o -10516.5 u -125Bet |
Isaac Okoro
Points Scored
MIL at CLE 1/17/24 7:40pm EST | 10.5 o -11010.5 u -120Bet |
Jarrett Allen
Points Scored
MIL at CLE 1/17/24 7:40pm EST | 16.5 o -12016.5 u -110Bet |
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Jarrett Allen
Points, Rebounds & Assists
MIL at CLE 1/17/24 7:40pm EST | 32.5 o -12532.5 u -105Bet |
Khris Middleton
Points Scored
MIL at CLE 1/17/24 7:40pm EST | 16.5 o -10516.5 u -125Bet |
Khris Middleton
Points, Rebounds & Assists
MIL at CLE 1/17/24 7:40pm EST | 26.5 o -12026.5 u -110Bet |
Malik Beasley
Points Scored
MIL at CLE 1/17/24 7:40pm EST | 10.5 o -11010.5 u -120Bet |
| BetMGM | |
Malik Beasley
Points, Rebounds & Assists
MIL at CLE 1/17/24 7:40pm EST | 15.5 o -10515.5 u -125Bet |
Max Strus
Points, Rebounds & Assists
MIL at CLE 1/17/24 7:40pm EST | 20.5 o -11520.5 u -115Bet |
Max Strus
Points Scored
MIL at CLE 1/17/24 7:40pm EST | 12.5 o -11012.5 u -120Bet |
Team Standings
| Team | W | L | Pct | GB | Home | Away | Div | Conf | PPG | Op. PPG | Diff | Strk | L10 |
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| y - Milwaukee Bucks | 49 | 33 | 0.598 | +15.0 | 31-11 | 18-22 | 10-7 | 34-18 | 119.0 | 116.4 | +2.6 | L2 | 3-7 |
| x - Cleveland Cavaliers | 48 | 34 | 0.585 | +16.0 | 26-15 | 22-19 | 11-5 | 31-21 | 112.6 | 110.2 | +2.4 | L1 | 4-6 |
Milwaukee Bucks & Cleveland Cavaliers Futures Odds
Latest NBA Championship odds, if available, for each team. Review odds for other teams and learn how to bet on the NBA Championship. See past Championship results and learn how to bet NBA Finals teasers, props and parlays.
Milwaukee Bucks Championship Odds|
Team | BetMGM |
 BetRivers |
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| Bucks | +1600 Bet | +1600 Bet |
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Team | BetMGM |
BetRivers |
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| Cavaliers | +4000 Bet | +5000 Bet |
Milwaukee Bucks & Cleveland Cavaliers Team Pages
Review each team's season win total odds, futures odds, betting bonuses and other valuable information on our exclusive team betting odds pages. Team betting odds and stats update throughout the season:
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How to Bet on the Milwaukee Bucks vs Cleveland Cavaliers NBA Game
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Open a new sports betting account before game time.
Review our list of sports betting sites. Open a new account before the game starts on Wednesday, January 17th, 2024 at 7:40 pm EST, making sure to enter all your personal details correctly. Don't forget to add your bonus code.
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Visit the sportsbook’s cashier, banking, or deposit page.
Navigate to the sportsbook's deposit page. Use your Visa card or MasterCard, or deposit with a bank transfer, or other methods like Paypal.
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Tap to the sportsbook's NBA page, look for the Milwaukee Bucks vs Cleveland Cavaliers Game.
Navigate to the sportsbook's NBA page. Next, look for live or upcoming matchups. Select the Milwaukee Bucks vs Cleveland Cavaliers Game.
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Choose your bet and place a wager.
Choose your bet and then use the funds you deposited to place a wager. The sportsbook will pay your winnings or deduct a losing wager from your account balance after the game.