Milwaukee Bucks vs Philadelphia 76ers Prediction, Odds and Picks for Wednesday, 10/23/24

Wednesday night brings us an Eastern Conference clash as the Milwaukee Bucks visit Wells Fargo Center for a date with the Philadelphia 76ers. It promises to be a big opening matchup for each team as they look to prove their championship credentials, but who do we like in the season opener? Let’s break down our Bucks vs 76ers prediction.

In many ways, this is a do-or-die season for the Bucks after a miserable campaign in 2023-24. Giannis Antetokounmpo might very well ask for a trade if they don’t win the whole thing this year, so pressure is on Milwaukee to deliver. They head into this matchup with a lot of question marks on the injury front – Khris Middleton, Bobby Portis, Brook Lopez and Damian Lillard are all game-time decisions. However, with the magnitude of this game, I believe they’ll all be ready to go. Philadelphia also has question marks surrounding Joel Embiid and Paul George, 2 players who have had bad injury luck in the past. Health is what will determine the 76ers’ season as well, because if the NBA’s latest big 3 is able to avoid injuries come playoff time, then this team can go deep.

Despite being favorites to win the season opener, I believe this game will prove to be a bit more difficult for Philadelphia than people anticipate. With so many additions to their roster, it might take them a while to figure things out. The Bucks won all 3 regular-season meetings last year and are currently on a 4-game win streak in head-to-head meetings. With a full training camp together under Doc Rivers and a chip on their shoulder, it feels as though the Bucks are destined for big things this year. I am picking Milwaukee to get an upset win on Wednesday night.

Bucks vs 76ers prediction: Bucks +2.5 (-110) available at time of publishing. Playable at that number.

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