Bucks 76ers preview picks tipoff

"Milwaukee Bucks and Philadelphia 76ers face off in a Sunday showdown. Giannis vs. Maxey, Embiid still sidelined. Betting lines and picks."

The Milwaukee Bucks and the Philadelphia 76ers, two of the top teams in the Eastern Conference, are set to face off in an early Sunday afternoon showdown. Both teams are considered legitimate title contenders, but they are also facing significant challenges as they approach the postseason.

The Bucks are coming off a hard-fought 112-107 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves, with Giannis Antetokounmpo leading the way with 33 points. Despite a strong start, the Bucks saw their lead dwindle in the final period, but they managed to hold on for the win. This victory should provide a much-needed boost for the Bucks as they continue to adjust to Doc Rivers' leadership.

Meanwhile, the 76ers are dealing with the absence of Joel Embiid, who is still recovering from a torn meniscus. In Embiid's absence, Tyrese Maxey has stepped up as a key player for the 76ers, leading the team in scoring and providing a much-needed offensive spark.

In their most recent game, the 76ers bounced back from a loss to the New York Knicks with a 104-97 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers. Maxey once again delivered a strong performance, scoring 24 points and leading the team to victory.

The last time the Bucks and 76ers met was on opening night, with Milwaukee narrowly edging out Philadelphia with a 118-117 win.

As the two teams prepare to face off once again, the Bucks are dealing with injuries to Khris Middleton, while Giannis Antetokounmpo is listed as probable. The 76ers, on the other hand, are still without Joel Embiid, as well as Robert Covington and KJ Martin.

The game is set to be broadcast on ABC at 1:00 PM ET, with the Bucks favored on the road against the 76ers. The betting lines favor the Bucks, with a point spread of -4.5, a money line of -194, and an over/under of 231.5.

For those looking to place bets, GMS presents a few picks, including the Bucks at -4.5 and Tyrese Maxey to score over 30 points. With the absence of Joel Embiid, the 76ers have relied heavily on Maxey, making him a strong bet for a high-scoring performance.

In addition, a parlay bet on Buddy Hield to score over 20 points and tally over 4 assists could also be a smart choice, given his recent performances for the 76ers.

Overall, the Bucks and 76ers matchup promises to be an exciting and closely contested game, with both teams looking to gain momentum as they head towards the postseason.