Hornets vs. Bucks Prediction, Picks for Friday, Feb. 9
Here's everything you need to know about Hornets vs. Bucks on Friday, Feb. 9 — our expert prediction and betting picks for today.
The Bucks are strong, 14-point favorites over the Hornets a day after both teams had an active trade deadline. Milwaukee acquired Patrick Beverley for guard depth on their bench, while the Hornets sent out P.J. Washington and Gordon Heyward as they remain toward the bottom of the standings.
Let's get to our Hornets vs. Bucks prediction and pick.
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Hornets vs. Bucks Prediction
Pick: Cody Martin 15+ Points (+250)
Hornets Betting Outlook
The Hornets enter this game without Lamelo Ball due to injuries, and without P.J. Washington as he was dealt to the Mavericks.
It is still unclear if Grant Williams or Seth Curry will suit up for their new team, but I would expect minutes to be low if they do.
This leaves a little extra run and opportunity for Cody Martin. The matchup is well-suited for both transition points and half-court set 3-pointers, both of which Martin thrives on when the opportunity is there for him.
Bucks Betting Outlook
The Milwaukee Bucks will be without some key players in this home game. All-Star starter Damian Lillard is sidelined with an ankle injury, former All-Star Khris Middleton is also out with an ankle injury.
We also may still have Brook Lopez out for personal reasons (he had a kid, congrats Brook!), and there is yet to be word on whether Patrick Beverly will be active right away.
The deck is shuffling in Milwaukee. It is kind of needed, but I expect this game to get a little sloppy considering the new coach and lack of star power and depth for the Bucks.
They may still win handily, but it should be out in transition.
Hornets vs. Bucks Picks, Odds
| Hornets Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
+14.5 -112 | 228 -110o / -110u | +800 |
| Bucks Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
-14.5 -108 | 228 -110o / -110u | -1350 |
The best way to play into the controlled chaos that may unfold in this game with so many injuries and new players getting opportunity is to take a shot on Martin to score 15+. He can hit the 3, he can run in transition, he can play solid wing defense.
Martin is the exact type of player who will give the Bucks fits, and his opportunity share and usage rate has been increasing the last three games.
If he attempts 11+ shots in this contest, with his rim running and 3 volume, taking a flier on a +250 is a no brainer.
Pick: Cody Martin 15+ Points (+250 at FanDuel)
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