The Milwaukee Bucks (34-25) and Atlanta Hawks (28-33) will meet in the NBA tonight. Tipoff is set for 7:30 p.m. ET at State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Georgia. The game will broadcast live on NBA League Pass.
The Bucks are 7-point favorites over the Hawks on the spread (Bucks -7), with the over/under set at 241 total points. Milwaukee is a -285 favorite to win outright, while Atlanta is +230 to pull off the upset.
Let's get into my Bucks vs. Hawks predictions and NBA picks for Tuesday, March 4.
Bucks vs. Hawks Picks, Prediction
Spread
My Hawks vs. Bucks best bet is on Milwaukee to cover the spread, with the best line currently available at DraftKings. But as always, make sure to shop for the best line using our live NBA odds page.
Over/Under
I'm staying away from the total in tonight's contest.
My Pick: Bucks -7
Bucks vs. Hawks Odds
| Bucks Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
-7 -110 | 241 -110 / -110 | -285 |
| Hawks Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
+7 -110 | 241 -110 / -110 | +230 |
- Bucks vs. Hawks spread: Bucks -7
- Bucks vs. Hawks over/under: 241 total points
- Bucks vs. Hawks moneyline: Bucks -285, Hawks +230
- Bucks vs. Hawks best bet:Bucks -7 (-110)
Bucks vs. Hawks Preview
The Milwaukee Bucks and the Atlanta Hawks will clash from State Farm Arena on Tuesday Night. Tonight will be the fourth meeting of the season between these two teams. Atlanta leads the regular-season series 2-1, including a 115-110 win over the Bucks on February 7.
Milwaukee begins the game with a record of 34-25. That record is the fourth-best in the East. Doc Rivers's team trails the third-place Knicks by 5.5 games in the East. The Bucks have reached the postseason in eight consecutive seasons. Milwaukee won an NBA Championship in 2021. Rivers and the Bucks have been playing well lately, winning seven of their last 10 games.
The Bucks have struggled on the road with a 13-16 record compared to 20-9 playing on their home floor. Giannis Antetokounmpo leads the Bucks with 30.9 points per game and 12.1 rebounds. Dame Lillard has enjoyed a strong season with 25.4 points and a team-leading 7.3 assists. Veteran Kyle Kuzma has added 14.8 points and 7.5 rebounds. The Bucks have averaged 114.4 points per game as a team.
Atlanta begins this contest with a record of 28-33. The season has been up and down for this Hawks team. Atlanta is currently the ninth seed in the Eastern Conference. The Hawks trail the final playoff spot in the East by 6.5 games.
Quinn Synder's team missed the playoffs for the first time since 2020 last season. Synder and company will attempt to build on last night's buzzer-beater win over the Memphis Grizzlies on the road.
Atlanta begins a six-game home stand tonight. The Hawks have struggled on their home floor this season with a 13-15 record. Former Oklahoma standout Trae Young leads the Hawks with 23.6 points and a league-leading 11.5 assists. Veteran Caris LeVert has averaged 11.4 points and 3.4 assists. Georges Niang has added 14.0 points per game and 4.8 assists in eight games with the Hawks.
Bucks vs. Hawks Prediction
Milwaukee Bucks -7
The spread has continued to favor Milwaukee after opening at -4.5.
The Bucks should be at full strength for this matchup tonight. Atlanta is in a challenging position tonight, playing on a back-to-back.
The Hawks are 12-16 at home ATS this season.
Giannis Antetokounmpo 30+ Points
The former MVP has not scored 30 points or more since February 2 against the Memphis Grizzlies. However, tonight is a strong spot for Giannis to clear this number against one of the worst defensive teams in the NBA.
Our Action Pro Report projects 34.4 points from Giannis tonight.
Trae Young Under 25.5 Points
Trae Young has been on a strong fade in back-to-backs this season.
The veteran has averaged 16.9 points in 10 back-to-back games this season.
Milwaukee will have a strong game plan to slow down Young tonight.
Best Bet: Bucks -7 (-115)
Same Game Parlay Picks
- Giannis Antetokounmpo 30+ Points
- Trae Young Under 25.5 Points
- Bucks -7
Parlay Payout: +350
Hawks vs. Bucks Betting Trends
