The undefeated Milwaukee Bucks (3-0) host the New York Knicks for a Friday night slugfest. Giannis Antetokounmpo leads the Bucks on the offensive end of the court, but this year, Giannis is getting plenty of help. Brook Lopez has been a defensive force on the interior, with over four blocks per outing.
Jrue Holiday paces the offense with seven assists per game. The New York Knicks are finding a nice balance, with ten players providing valuable minutes and production. The New York Knicks are led by Julius Randle, who leads the team with 20 points and eight rebounds per game.
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Jalen Bruson has been everything the Knicks thought they were acquiring, and then some. Brunson averages 20 points per night and leads the Knicks with over eight assists per game.
RJ Barrett continues his progression as one of the most reliable, young wing scorers in the NBA.
Obi Toppin provides a spark on both ends of the court and is one of the glue guys for the New York Knicks.
Bobby Portis, on occasion, flies under the radar, but the Bucks' big man is playing exceptional basketball. Portis is averaging a near-double-double with 15 points and ten rebounds per game.
Grayson Allen can give the Bucks' offense a lift on any given night. Allen chips in with ten points per game.
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Milwaukee Bucks vs. New York Knicks Match Details
Fixture: New York Knicks @ Milwaukee Bucks
Date and Time: Friday, October 28, 8:00 PM ET
Venue: Fiserv Forum, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Milwaukee Bucks vs. New York Knicks Best Pick:
The Milwaukee Bucks' offense runs through Giannis, but Jrue Holiday is one of the leaders on the court and is the floor general. Holiday spreads the ball around to get other players involved and to balance the Bucks' offense. Holiday averages over eight assists per game, and I expect the trend to continue.
Jrue Holiday; Assists: Over 7
Milwaukee Bucks vs. New York Knicks Final Prediction
The Milwaukee Bucks appear to be the class of the Eastern Conference in the early going. We know Giannis is an unstoppable force on the offensive end. No one in a Knick uniform can match the physicality that Giannis brings for four quarters.
I have been impressed by the team play from the Knicks early on, finding contributions from their bench. Over the long haul, this will benefit the Knicks' starters and keep them fresh. In this one, however, it's all Milwaukee at home.
Milwaukee Bucks -6.5 (-110) (O/U 223.5, -110)
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