March 24: Betting Guide for Bucks vs Suns Matchup – Odds, Picks, and Props to Consider

• The Phoenix Suns are 2.5-point favorites over the Milwaukee Bucks tonight
• Damian Lillard (calf) is out for Milwaukee
• See my Bucks vs Suns odds, picks and props to target, below

The suddenly surging Phoenix Suns (34-37, 22-13 home) host the shorthanded Milwaukee Bucks (40-30, 16-18 away) tonight. I’m betting the Suns stay hot, and online sportsbooks agree. They’ve pegged Phoenix as home chalk in the NBA odds, as they chase a fourth straight win. Tip-off is scheduled for 7:10pm PT / 10:10 pm ET from the Footprint Center, in Phoenix, AZ, with NBA TV providing the coverage.

Bucks vs Suns Odds

The Suns are currently favored by 2.5-points and -155 on the moneyline. The total sits at 223.5, with the Bucks coming back as +130 underdogs. Per the NBA public betting trends, the spread peaked at Phoenix -3.5, before inching back towards Milwaukee. The over/under meanwhile, opened at 226.5, but a flurry of under money slashed it by 3 points.

Odds as of March 24 at DraftKings. See the DraftKings promo code details before signing up.

Bucks vs Suns Picks

• Bucks vs Suns Pick: Phoenix Suns -2.5 (-115)

My favorite pick for this contest is the Suns -2.5. Phoenix is getting healthy at the right time, and is a completely different team at home. Milwaukee on the other hand, will be without their second leading scorer Damian Lillard (calf), and their fourth best scorer and second leading rebounder Bobby Portis (suspension).

The Bucks are also being propped up by recent results, which are extremely misleading. Milwaukee is fresh off back-to-back wins over Sacramento and the Lakers. LA didn’t dress Luka Doncic or LeBron James, while it took a Kings fourth quarter meltdown for the Bucks to prevail.

In Milwaukee’s previous two games against stiffer competition, they got absolutely worked. OKC blew them out by 16, while the Warriors beat them by 11. The Bucks averaged only 99 points in those outings, shooting below 40% in both contests.

As for the Suns, they’re expecting Nick Richards, Mason Plumlee and Grayson Allen to return tonight. Phoenix is averaging 125 points over their three-game win streak, and just knocked off the Cavs, a top-three NBA Championship odds contender.

Kevin Durant turned back the clock versus Cleveland with a 42-point effort. That followed a 40+ point game from Devin Booker two nights earlier. The Suns moved into a Play-In Tournament position with their latest win, which is huge given their upcoming schedule. Dates with Boston, Minnesota and Houston loom later this week, making tonight’s game even more important.

Another reason to like Phoenix tonight, is the fact they’re playing at home. They’ve racked up 22 wins in their own building, nearly twice as many as they have on the road.

Over the last three games, they’re third in offensive rating and seventh in defensive rating. Over the same time frame, the Bucks are 17^th at the offensive end. Milwaukee averages 6 fewer points than their season-long average without Lillard, as they just don’t have the depth to replace his 25 points and 7 assists.

MIL vs PHX Player Props

NBA props from DraftKings Sportsbook on March 24.

• MIL vs PHX Player Prop pick: Nick Richards Under 8.5 Rebounds (-130)

Switching over to the player props market, where I’m betting under 8.5 rebounds for Nick Richards. Tonight marks his first game back from a calf injury, and there’s a good chance he gets eased back into action.

Also working against him, is the depth Phoenix has down the middle. Richards will be fighting for minutes with not only Mason Plumlee, but also sophomore Oso Ighodaro. The 7-footer was a bright spot in Richards and Plumlee’s absence, dominating on the glass. He racked up 13 boards last time out, and also chipped in 4 assists.

That gives him 6+ rebounds in five of his last six games, while Richards, even when healthy, has reached 9 rebounds in only three of eight March outings.

The Milwaukee Bucks will face off against the Phoenix Suns on March 24 in what is sure to be an exciting matchup between two of the top teams in the NBA. Both teams have been playing well as of late, making this game a must-watch for basketball fans and bettors alike.

When it comes to betting on this game, there are a few key factors to consider. The Bucks are currently favored to win, with odds of -150, while the Suns are the underdogs with odds of +130. This means that if you bet $150 on the Bucks and they win, you would make a profit of $100, while a $100 bet on the Suns would net you a profit of $130.

In terms of picks, the Bucks have been playing exceptionally well this season, with a record of 43-25 and currently sitting in third place in the Eastern Conference. They have a strong offense led by Giannis Antetokounmpo, who is averaging 28.5 points per game, as well as a solid defense that is holding opponents to just 109.6 points per game.

On the other hand, the Suns have been equally impressive, with a record of 49-19 and currently sitting in second place in the Western Conference. They have a balanced attack led by Devin Booker and Chris Paul, who are averaging 25.6 and 16.3 points per game, respectively. The Suns also have a strong defense that is holding opponents to just 107.8 points per game.

When it comes to props, there are a few options to consider. One prop bet to keep an eye on is the over/under for total points scored in the game, which is currently set at 229.5. Both teams have been scoring well this season, so taking the over could be a good bet. Another prop bet to consider is the point spread, which is currently set at -2.5 in favor of the Bucks. If you think the Bucks will win by more than 2.5 points, then taking the spread could be a good option.

Overall, this matchup between the Bucks and Suns is sure to be a close and competitive game. With both teams playing well and fighting for playoff positioning, it will be interesting to see who comes out on top. Whether you’re a fan of the Bucks, Suns, or just looking to make some money on the game, there are plenty of betting options to consider for this exciting matchup on March 24.