San Antonio Spurs (23-29) vs Phoenix Suns (26-28)
Game Info: Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 9:30 pm (Moody Center)
Betting Odds: San Antonio Spurs +2 -- Over/Under: 236 Click Here for the Latest Odds
Where to Watch: TNT
The Los Angeles Clippers (31-23) are set to face the Milwaukee Bucks (29-24) on Thursday, February 20, 2025, at 8:00 PM ET at Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee. The Bucks are favored by 1 point in this matchup.
The Clippers are on a three-game winning streak, including a 120-116 road victory against the Utah Jazz. Norman Powell leads the team with 24.2 points and 3.6 rebounds per game, while James Harden contributes 21.5 points, 5.8 rebounds, and a team-high 8.6 assists per game.
The Bucks have a 4-6 record in their last ten games but ended the pre-All-Star break with a win. Damian Lillard faced criticism for sitting out a game against the Minnesota Timberwolves ahead of the NBA All-Star Weekend. Despite Lillard's absence and Giannis Antetokounmpo missing his sixth consecutive match, the Bucks managed a 103-101 victory with contributions from new signing Kyle Kuzma.
Norman Powell Over 23.5 Points
Norman Powell has been a standout player for the Los Angeles Clippers, averaging 24.2 points, 3.6 rebounds, and 2.2 assists per game over 45 appearances. His field goal percentage stands at 49.6%, and he has a three-point shooting percentage of 42.8%. Notably, Powell scored a season-high 41 points on February 14, 2025, contributing significantly to the Clippers' 120-116 overtime victory against the Utah Jazz.
Norman Powell has scored 23 or more points in six of his last nine games. He's becoming a standout score right in front of our eyes. It seems like oddsmakers haven't caught on yet because we continuously get favorable lines when it comes to his points. In what should be a good and competitive game I expect Norman Powell to have another successful night scoring the ball.
Brook Lopez Under 4.5 Rebounds
Brook Lopez has been a key contributor for the Milwaukee Bucks, averaging 12.3 points, 4.7 rebounds, and 1.9 blocks per game over 50 appearances. Notably, Lopez has been instrumental in the Bucks' defensive schemes, providing a strong presence in the paint and contributing significantly to the team's success this season.
When it comes to a rebounding perspective Brook Lopez has been inconsistent this season. He's secured five or more rebounds in only four of his last 10 games. Now that Kyle Kuzma is in the starting lineup it adds another good rebounder to this Milwaukee team to take rebounds away from Lopez. The Clippers are giving up 49.9 rebounds per game to opposing teams which is the third fewest in the league. This should be a tough matchup for Lopez on the glass.
Damian Lillard Under 26.5 Points
Damian Lillard has been a standout player for the Milwaukee Bucks, averaging 25.8 points, 4.7 rebounds, and 7.5 assists per game over 50 appearances. His field goal percentage stands at 45.2%, and he has a three-point shooting percentage of 38.4%.
Damian Lillard is coming off two massive games against the Sixers and the Warriors but this is a spot I'm looking to fade him. With Giannis coming back into the lineup it will take a lot of scoring opportunities away from Lillard. The Clippers have also been one of the best defensive teams in the league giving up 108 points per game which is the third-fewest.
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AUTHOR: Brad Francis
