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Bucks vs. Pelicans Prediction: Milwaukee Predicted to Win Wednesday's NBA Matchup [1/22/2025]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Our expert prediction for Wednesday's Milwaukee Bucks vs New Orleans Pelicans matchup.
The New Orleans Pelicans and Milwaukee Bucks will lock horns in NBA action at Smoothie King Center on Wednesday, starting at 8:00PM ET.
The Pelicans, powered by Javonte Green, Jamal Cain and Keion Brooks, will face off against the Bucks, who feature Andre Jackson, AJ Green and Pat Connaughton.
Based on updated simulations, Dimers' advanced NBA model (see Dimers Pro for full access) predicts the Bucks as the most likely winner of today's game.
"Our team has simulated the outcome of Wednesday's Milwaukee-New Orleans game 10,000 times," said Damien Souness from Dimers.
"With the latest updates and numerous other variables, we estimate the Bucks' chance of winning at 67%, with the Pelicans at 33%."
For a closer look at Wednesday's matchup, including the predicted score, best bets and player prop picks, visit our interactive Bucks vs. Pelicans predictions page.
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Bucks vs. Pelicans Game-Day Updates and Essential Details
Wednesday's matchup between the Pelicans and Bucks at Smoothie King Center is scheduled to commence at 8:00PM ET.
- Who: Milwaukee Bucks vs. New Orleans Pelicans
- Date: Wednesday, January 22, 2025
- Time: 8:00PM ET/5:00PM PT
- Venue: Smoothie King Center
- Tickets: Get tickets for the game on Ticketmaster
- Merchandise: Buy Pelicans and Bucks gear at Fanatics
Dimers.com's in-depth preview of Wednesday's Bucks vs. Pelicans matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.
Before making any Milwaukee vs. New Orleans picks, be sure to check out the latest NBA predictions and betting advice from Dimers Pro.
Bucks vs. Pelicans Prediction: Who Will Win, Cover the Spread?
Using powerful machine learning and data analysis, we have simulated the result of Wednesday's NBA matchup between the Bucks and Pelicans 10,000 times as part of our NBA predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model currently gives the Bucks a 67% chance of defeating the Pelicans. Our predicted final score has the Bucks winning 120-115.
According to our model, the Bucks (-5.5) have a 53% chance of covering the spread, while the 236.5-point over/under has a 52% chance of staying under.
Bucks vs. Pelicans Odds
We have researched the best betting odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Bucks | Pelicans |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | -5.5 (-105) | +5.5 (-110) |
| Moneyline | -205 | +180 |
| Total | o236.5 (-110) | u236.5 (-108) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Bucks vs. Pelicans Picks
Our model's biggest edge in today's Bucks vs. Pelicans matchup is on the total.
Our expert predictions, aligned with the latest odds, reveal the best NBA picks for every game throughout the season.
Unlimited access to our full set of picks, including this one, is available via Dimers Pro.
Bucks vs. Pelicans Player Props
NBA player props are a common way to wager on Wednesday's Bucks vs. Pelicans game without necessarily betting on the outcome. We have crunched the numbers to project how each team's leading players will perform at Smoothie King Center.
Andre Jackson is expected to lead the Bucks in scoring, while Javonte Green is projected to be the top scorer for the Pelicans.
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 Bucks, with a 67% win probability, will likely beat the Pelicans on Wednesday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Bucks vs. Pelicans 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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Jason Bevilacqua, an expert in MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NFL, delivers game previews, best bets, and props. Since 2020, as Head of Social and Community at Dimers, he has contributed insightful articles utilizing data-driven models and simulations.
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