Milwaukee Bucks - Indiana Pacers predictions and free betting tips [24/04/2024]

The Milwaukee Bucks and the Indiana Pacers will play in the second match of the Eastern Conference playoffs tomorrow morning.

Milwaukee Bucks

The Milwaukee Bucks kick-started their Eastern Conference series with a victory, outscoring their opponents with a sizable 109:94 and taking a 1-0 lead. Damian Lillard scored 35 points, showing impressive efficiency with 11 successful throws from 24 attempts. Both Chris Middleton and Bobby Portis also made substantial contributions, adding 23 and 15 points, respectively. The team performs strongly not only offensively but also in defence, displaying excellent results in rebounds and the efficiency of their three-point and free throws.

On average, the Milwaukee Bucks score 109 points at a 47.1% success rate and only allow 94 points at a 39.6% opponent's success rate. They also effectively handle their opponent's three-point shots, allowing only 21.1%. Lillard and Chris Middleton have demonstrated excellent gameplay and are ready for the upcoming series matches.

Indiana Pacers

The Indiana Pacers were outmatched by the Milwaukee Bucks in the first game series, losing by 94:109. Considering early playoff exits, this marks the 10th consecutive loss. Pascal Siakam stood out in this game, scoring 36 points and 13 rebounds, while Miles Turner and TJ McConnell also made notable contributions to the gameplay. However, the team faced difficulties, only realizing 39% of game shots and 8 out of 38 three-pointers. The Indiana Pacers on average score 94 points at a 39.6% success rate and allow 120.2 points from opponents at a 49.6% success rate.

Coach Rick Carlisle underlined the need to improve gameplay and noted that the first half was particularly dismal, considering it disgraceful for the team. Despite the tense atmosphere, the team is optimistic that the experience from previous games will assist in the upcoming matches. The Indiana Pacers continue to work on their weak points, including their three-point and free throws where they show only 21.1% and 66.7% respectively. The team also displays strong rebounding, gathering 50 rebounds per game,

Direct Encounters

In the regular season, considering the intra-season tournament, Indiana has 4 wins in the last 5 matches.

Prediction for the Milwaukee Bucks – Indiana Pacers match

The first match vividly demonstrated that Indiana is not ready for serious matches. It's one matter to score up to 150 points in the regular season, but a different story playing in the playoffs against NBA champions with a roster of veterans. Pacers' youngsters won't cope with the pressure, my bet is on Milwaukee.