The two teams will meet once again in this NBA regular-season campaign on Wednesday, March 18, at 11:00 AEDT.

Quick Picks

Our pick: Cavs to win

Value bet: Bucks to cover the handicap

Long shot: Green to have 15+ points

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It's not a rivalry that the Bucks have enjoyed in recent times, with wins being very few and far between. Over the last 10 meetings, the Cavs are 8-2. However, the Bucks did win the last meeting to be played between them.

In February, the Bucks would win 118-116, having to make do without Giannis Antetokounmpo on the day. It was an all-team performance, with each of their starters on the day scoring 15+ points. Kevin Porter Jr. scored 20 to lead the team, although he was 0-of-2 on threes. In contrast, AJ Green and Kyle Kuzma were 5-of-10 on threes.

The Cavs' Jarrett Allen and Dennis Schroder scored the most points in the game, as they had 27 and 26, respectively. Allen managed to score a double-double, as he also had 11 rebounds. Jaylon Tyson also achieved a double-double in the game (14 points and 10 rebounds).

This season, the Cavs are 2-1 against the Bucks, with wins of 118-113 and 118-106. Interestingly, in the last three games, a total of 118 points has been scored by one team. This, though, isn't a trend that has been sustained over a longer period of games.

Betting Markets to Watch

When looking at the betting markets for this game, the Cavs will be deemed the likely favourites to win this game, as they have been exceptional against fellow Conference sides. As of writing, the Cavs are 26-17 against East teams; the Bucks are 19-26 this season.

Games have been close between them in the past, although we think there's value in the handicap for the Bucks to cover. While they won't be perceived as the team to most likely win this game, they could challenge once again. Of the last 10, five have been decided by 10 or fewer points.

This line could depend on player availability, especially with injury reports indicating that Giannis is questionable and Allen could be out for the Cavs.

Our Prediction

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Our pick is that the Cavs are the likely winners of this match against the Bucks. They boast an incredibly strong H2H record against the Bucks, and they have been nothing short of consistent against fellow Eastern Conference sides.

The Cavs are also strong on the road, going 19-14, while the Bucks are 15-18 at home.

For a long shot, we're going with a player prop bet. Green had 15 points last time against the Cavs but has only reached double-digits once since.

We're going with 15+ points, as we expect the play to go through him once again, especially if Giannis isn't available. For more insights, check out our NBA tips and predictions.

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