Cleveland Cavaliers vs New York Knicks

Their head-to-head games have been largely dominated by one side, though the matchups have typically produced high point totals. In seven of their last 10 meetings, the Bucks and Pistons have gone over the betting total, including both of their most recent clashes.

Over their past 10 games, both teams have shown offensive firepower. Milwaukee ranks eighth in offensive efficiency with a 120.3 rating, while Detroit sits at 15th with 118.

While they’ve been scoring well, neither team has been stellar defensively during this stretch. The Pistons have given up 117.1 points per game (17th), and the Bucks have allowed 117.9 (20th).

Milwaukee is without Damian Lillard’s dynamic scoring, but Kevin Porter Jr. has stepped up as a scorer and facilitator. Bobby Portis’ return bolsters their bench scoring, and Gary Trent Jr. along with Taurean Prince provide excellent floor spacing.

Detroit, meanwhile, has had no issues creating space, thanks largely to Tim Hardaway Jr. and Malik Beasley. Beasley has hit a career-best 305 three-pointers in 80 games, joining an elite group of five players in NBA history with 300+ threes in a season.

A win would secure the No. 5 seed for the Bucks, but the Pistons need to win out to steal that spot. With playoff seeding on the line, I expect both offenses to come out aggressive in this high-stakes game.