| MATCHUP | New York Knicks | Milwaukee Bucks |
|---|---|---|
| Team Records | 37-22 | 26-31 |
| Spread | -8.5 -110 | +8.5 -110 |
| Moneyline | -325 | +260 |
| Total | Over 219.5 (-108) | Under 219.5 (-112) |
| Where | Fiserv Forum, Milwaukee, WI | |
| When | Friday, February 27, 2026 | |
| Time | 08:00 PM EST | |
| TV | FanDuel SN WI | |
The NY Knicks and Milwaukee Bucks meet Friday in NBA action at the Fiserv Forum. Here’s a New York Knicks vs. Milwaukee Bucks prediction. This article will include a New York Knicks vs. Milwaukee Bucks pick.
NY Knicks Betting Preview
The NY Knicks beat the Bulls, lost to the Cavs, and play the Spurs next. The Knicks have won 12 of their last 16 games.
The NY Knicks are averaging 117.1 points on 47.1 percent shooting and allowing 111.7 points on 45.9 percent shooting. Jalen Brunson is averaging 26.7 points and 3.4 rebounds, while Karl-Anthony Towns is averaging 20 points and 2.9 assists. OG Anunoby is the third double-digit scorer, and Mikal Bridges is dishing out 4 assists. The NY Knicks are shooting 37.4 percent from beyond the arc and 78.6 percent from the free-throw line. The NY Knicks are allowing 35.8 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 45.9 rebounds per game.
Milwaukee Bucks Betting Preview
The Milwaukee Bucks beat the Heat and Cavs, and they play the Bulls next. The Bucks have won 8 of their last 10 games.
The Milwaukee Bucks are averaging 112.4 points on 48.3 percent shooting and allowing 115.4 points on 46.5 percent shooting. Giannis Antetokounmpo is averaging 28 points and 10 rebounds, while Kevin Porter Jr. is averaging 18.2 points and 5.2 rebounds. Ryan Rollins is the third double-digit scorer, and Cam Thomas is grabbing 2.3 rebounds. The Milwaukee Bucks are shooting 39.2 percent from beyond the arc and 73.9 percent from the free throw line. The Milwaukee Bucks are allowing 36.4 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 41.2 rebounds per game.
Why the Milwaukee Bucks will win
- The Bucks have won five of their last six games as underdogs.
- The Knicks have lost each of their last three games as road favorites against Central Division opponents following a loss.
- The Knicks have failed to cover the spread in each of their last eight games against Central Division opponents.
- The Bucks have covered the spread in each of their last five night games.
Why the New York Knicks will win
- The Knicks have won 12 of their last 13 road games against Eastern Conference opponents that held a losing record.
- The Bucks have lost seven of their last eight games against Atlantic Division opponents that held a winning record.
- The Bucks have failed to cover the spread in seven of their last eight games against Atlantic Division opponents that held a winning record.
- The Knicks have covered the spread in five of their last six games against the Bucks following a loss.
Total Points: Facts
- Each of the Bucks’ last five home games against Atlantic Division opponents has gone UNDER the total points line.
- Each of the Knicks’ last four road games against Central Division opponents has gone UNDER the total points line.
Milwaukee Bucks Player Facts
- AJ Green ranks 5th in the Eastern Conference amongst qualified players for 3P% (42.5) this season.
- Ryan Rollins ranks 10th amongst qualified players for steals per game (1.5) this season.
New York Knicks Player Facts
- Josh Hart is the only player to have recorded a triple-double off the bench this season.
- OG Anunoby ranks 6th amongst qualified players for steals per game (1.7) this season.
Matchup/League Facts
- The Bucks rank 30th in the league for free throws made per game this season (14.3).
- The Bucks rank 30th for second-chance points (628) this season.
- The Knicks rank 3rd in the league for opponent offensive rebounds per game this season (10.3).
- The Knicks rank 3rd in the league for offensive rating this season (119.3).
New York Knicks vs Milwaukee Bucks Injury Report
The Bucks will be without Taurean Prince and Giannis Antetokounmpo.
Miles McBride is out for the Knicks.
New York Knicks vs Milwaukee Bucks Prediction
The Knicks should be big favorites considering the Bucks are still down Giannis. However, oddsmakers keep treating the Bucks like they’re awful without their best player and they’ve won 8 of their last 10 games while covering 8 of those numbers. The Bucks are 8-2 SU and ATS in their last 10 games as an underdog. Meanwhile, the Knicks have failed to cover their last 4 games and they’ve outright lost 14 road games. Give me the points with the Bucks as they keep cashing tickets.