The Milwaukee Bucks (7-4) and Charlotte Hornets (4-7) square off Friday in the in-season tournament with tip-off from Spectrum Center set for 8 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s'lines around the Bucks vs. Hornets odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.
Season series: First meeting; Bucks won 2-1 last season
The Bucks were victorious Wednesday, 128-112, against the Toronto Raptors. Even more impressive was they did it without F Giannis Antetokounmpo, who missed the game with a calf strain. G Damian Lillard had his best game in his new uniform with 37 points and 13 assists.
The Hornets have lost 4 of 5 as they fell to the Miami Heat 111-105 Tuesday. G LaMelo Ball had 28 points, 11 assists and 6 boards while F P.J. Washington balled out with 32 points. They are just 1-4 at home on the young season.