Sun Jan 12 19:40:00 UTC 2025: ## Bucks to Face Knicks in Madison Square Garden Showdown

**New York, NY –** The Milwaukee Bucks (20-16) will take on the New York Knicks (25-14) this Sunday, January 12th, at Madison Square Garden. The Bucks enter the game on a three-game winning streak, most recently defeating the Orlando Magic 109-106, while the Knicks are coming off a 126-101 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder, their third defeat in four games.

Despite their recent losses, the Knicks hold a home advantage, boasting a 6-4 record in their last ten home games. The Bucks, on the other hand, have an 8-9 road record. Oddsmakers favor the Knicks (-195), with the Bucks listed as +163 underdogs. The implied point totals are 115.49 for the Knicks and 113.14 for the Bucks. The over/under for the game is set at 228.

NBC Sports’ betting analysts offer several predictions. While they advise against betting on the moneyline, they lean towards the Bucks covering the spread (+4). They also recommend betting the under on the game total. Analyst Brad Thomas highlights Knicks player Josh Hart as a potential triple-double threat (+1200 odds).

NBC Sports’ betting model, which considers various factors including recent team performance and player matchups, underpins these recommendations. Further analysis and predictions are available on the NBC Sports website, along with details on the best sports betting lines. Remember to gamble responsibly.

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