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Written by Ryan Leaver, Senior Sports and Betting Editor
NBA action continues on Friday at 7:30PM ET as the Milwaukee Bucks face off with the favored New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden.
The Knicks, with star players like Jalen Brunson, Karl-Anthony Towns and Mikal Bridges, will face off against the Bucks, who feature Giannis Antetokounmpo, Damian Lillard and Bobby Portis.
Based on updated simulation results, Dimers' proven NBA model (see Dimers Pro for full access) projects the Knicks as the most likely winner of today's game.
"Employing the latest data, our experts simulated Friday's Bucks-Knicks game 10,000 times," said Damien Souness from Dimers.
"After computing the latest updates and thousands of other inputs, we predict the Knicks' chance of winning is 68% , while the Bucks' is 32%."
For more detail on Friday's matchup, including the predicted score, best bets and player props, check out our interactive Bucks vs. Knicks predictions page.
Bucks vs. Knicks Game-Day Updates and Essential Details
Friday's matchup between the Knicks and Bucks at Madison Square Garden is scheduled to start at 7:30PM ET.
- Who: Milwaukee Bucks vs. New York Knicks
- Date: Friday, November 8, 2024
- Time: 7:30PM ET/4:30PM PT
- Venue: Madison Square Garden
- Tickets: Get tickets for the game on Ticketmaster
- Merchandise: Buy Knicks and Bucks gear at Fanatics
Dimers.com's in-depth preview of Friday's Bucks vs. Knicks matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.
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Using trusted machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Friday's NBA matchup between the Bucks and Knicks 10,000 times as part of our NBA predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model gives the Knicks a 68% chance of defeating the Bucks. Our predicted final score has the Knicks winning 114-109.
According to our model, the Bucks (+6.5) have a 54% chance of covering the spread, while the 223.5-point over/under has a 51% chance of going over.
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Bucks vs. Knicks Odds
We have researched the best betting odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Bucks | Knicks |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | +6.5 (-108) | -6.5 (-106) |
| Moneyline | +205 | -245 |
| Total | o223.5 (-110) | u223.5 (-108) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Bucks vs. Knicks Picks
Our model's biggest edge in today's Bucks vs. Knicks matchup is on the over/under.
Our expert predictions, aligned with the latest odds, reveal the best NBA picks for every game throughout the season.
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Bucks vs. Knicks Player Props
NBA player props are a popular way to wager on the Bucks vs. Knicks game without necessarily betting on the outcome. We use the best information available to project how each team's leading players will perform at Madison Square Garden.
Giannis Antetokounmpo is expected to lead the Bucks in scoring, while Jalen Brunson is projected to be the top scorer for the Knicks.
Dimers Pro users can access a full range of player props and projected box scores, including points, assists, rebounds and more, for every NBA game this season.
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Conclusion
We predict the Knicks, with a 68% win probability, will likely beat the Bucks on Friday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Bucks vs. Knicks insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are sourced from the latest data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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