Milwaukee Bucks vs Indiana Pacers (12/31) game preview: Starting five, prediction, best betting props, odds and betting lines, injury report, how to watch, and more

Tonight's game - Milwaukee Bucks vs Indiana Pacers - will take place in Chicago where Giannis Antetokounmpo and co. will visit the Pacers. The Bucks will want to end this season with a higher standing and the Indiana Pacers who had back-to-back games against reigning champions - Boston Celtics, might prove to be a strong hurdle for them.

In this article, we will walk you through everything you need to know about the matchup, including injury reports, key players, broadcast details, and more.

Milwaukee Bucks vs Indiana Pacers: Projected starting five

Milwaukee Bucks projected starting five

Indiana Pacers projected starting five

(Note: Projected starters are subject to change. This is not the finalized roster and this applies to both the teams playing tonight.)

Milwaukee Bucks vs Indiana Pacers: Key players to watch

Milwaukee Bucks key players

- Giannis Antetokounmpo

- Damian Lillard

Indiana Pacers key players

- Pascal Siakam

- Tyrese Haliburton

Milwaukee Bucks vs Indiana Pacers: Injury report

Milwaukee Bucks injury report

Milwaukee Bucks injury report

Pacers vs Bucks: Team stats

Pacers vs Bucks: Previous matchups

In a recent matchup on November 22, 2024, the Bucks defeated the Pacers 129-117. Giannis Antetokounmpo was the highest scorer of the game with 37 points.

Milwaukee Bucks vs Indiana Pacers: Team leaders

Milwaukee Bucks vs Indiana Pacers: Moneyline and odds

- Moneyline: Bucks (-104) vs Pacers (-105)

- Spread: Bucks (+1) vs Pacers (-1)

- Total (O/U): -110 (o231.5) / -110 (u231.5)

(Note: Odds are correct at the time of writing and likely to change. Keep an eye out for the recent odds)

Bucks vs Pacers: Betting props

In tonight's game, Damian Lillard is expected to score more than 36.5 points, get more rebounds, and dish out more assists. Three of his last four games have seen him surpass his current season average of 38.2 combined numbers. However, it is predicted that Bennedict Mathurin would miss 1.5 three-pointers. Only once in his last five games has he topped his season average of 1.4 three-pointers per game.

Bucks vs Pacersgame prediction

Giannis Antetokounmpo's availability could be the deciding factor in what is expected to be a fiercely contested match. In view of both teams' recent performance, the Pacers have a slight advantage to win at home.

When and where is the Bucks vs Pacers game? Date, time, and venue

The match between the Bucks and the Pacers will take place on December 31, 2024, at 3:00 pm ET. It will take place at the Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indiana.

Also read: Top 30 most valuable NBA teams of 2024

How to watch Sacramento vs Bucks: Streaming details and more

- Live Stream: fuboTV (Watch for free)

- NBA League Pass: NBA TV. Free trial

- TV: FanDuel Sports Network - Indiana and Wisconsin

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