A huge Eastern Conference battle between the Hawks and the Bucks, plus the Wolves showdown with the Sixers headline our Wednesday NBA tips and best bets!
Atlanta Hawks vs Milwaukee Bucks
10:30am, State Farm Arena
The Bucks have opened –5.5 favourites on the road in Atlanta, which I think is a little generous given how tight games have been between these two sides recently. Both Milwaukee and Atlanta have split their last 10 five wins apiece, the Hawks prevailing 115-110 when they met last month thanks to a 24-point night from Trae Young. Keep an eye on the injury report with Giannis still dealing with a calf strain, but with the Bucks potentially looking ahead to Wednesday’s game against Dallas, I think the Hawks are a good underdog bet.
Tip: Back the Hawks to Cover the Line (+5.5 Points)
Minnesota Timberwolves vs Philadelphia 76ers
11:00am, Target Center
These cross-conference games have been brutal for the Sixers, winning only seven of the 22 they’ve played all year. Playing on short rest after losing to the Blazers last night only complicates matters, especially with Tyrese Maxey popping up on the injury report with a back complaint. For the Wolves, this is a favourable stretch of schedule with a game against the Hornets ahead on Thursday, with the Heat and Spurs to follow later in the week. With a chance to make up ground in the West, I think we could see Minnesota go on a nice little run.
Tip: Back the Wolves to Cover the Line (-12.5 Points)