Celtics vs Bucks: Injury Updates, Odds, and Predictions for Sunday’s NBA Showdown

The Boston Celtics, currently sitting in second place in the Eastern Conference with an 8-2 record, are set to face off against the struggling Milwaukee Bucks on Sunday, November 10, at the Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee. The game tips off at 3:30 p.m. ET.

The Celtics are coming off an overtime victory against the Brooklyn Nets on Friday, following a loss to the Golden State Warriors earlier in the week. Jaylen Brown, who has been out for four games due to a hip flexor strain, is listed as questionable for Sunday’s game. Other Celtics players dealing with injuries include Luke Kornet (hamstring) and Jaden Springer (knee), both also listed as questionable. Kristaps Porzingis remains out due to posterior tibialis tendon surgery.

The Milwaukee Bucks, with a dismal 2-7 record and tied for 13th in the Eastern Conference, are facing significant challenges. Key player Khris Middleton is still out due to ankle surgery, while Giannis Antetokounmpo is probable to play despite dealing with right patella tendinopathy. Other Bucks players with injury concerns include Gary Trent Jr. (back), Andre Jackson Jr. (hip), and Ryan Rollins (shoulder).

In terms of betting odds, the Celtics are favored by 4.5 points, with a moneyline of -190 for Boston and +159 for Milwaukee. The over/under for total points is set at 228.5. Sportsbooks and analysts are leaning towards the Celtics covering the spread, given their strong performance this season and the Bucks’ struggles.

The Celtics have a strong offense, ranking second in the league in points scored with 120.9 per game, while their defense has allowed the 10th-fewest points at 109.9 per game. In contrast, the Bucks have struggled on both ends, with their offense ranking 20th in points per game and their defense allowing the 10th-most points.

Historically, the Celtics have had the upper hand in recent matchups, winning seven of the last 10 head-to-head games against the Bucks. However, Milwaukee has covered the spread in four of their last five games against Boston.