Philadelphia 76ers vs Milwaukee Bucks Betting Pick & Prediction for 11/20

The Philadelphia 76ers will head to the Fiserv Forum to play against the Milwaukee Bucks. Both teams are looking to improve their records early in the season. The game is set for Thursday, November 20, 2025, at 8:00 PM on NBCS.

The 76ers, coached by Nick Nurse, hold a record of 8-6. They are ranked 7th in the Eastern Conference. Meanwhile, the Bucks, led by Doc Rivers, have a record of 8-7 and sit 11th in the conference. Both teams will aim to bounce back from recent losses.

76ers vs Bucks Game Day Info

• Sport: NBA
• Teams: Philadelphia 76ers vs. Milwaukee Bucks
• Venue: Fiserv Forum
• Date: Thursday, November 20, 2025
• Betting Odds: 76ers Spread -2.0 (-109), Bucks Spread +2.0 (-112), 76ers MoneyLine -128, Bucks MoneyLine +107, Over/Under 226 (-110)

Philadelphia 76ers Team Preview

The Philadelphia 76ers are coming off a tough loss to the Toronto Raptors, where they scored 112 points. Tyrese Maxey led the team with 24 points, 9 assists, and 2 rebounds. Quentin Grimes and VJ Edgecombe also added 21 points each in the game.

On the season, Tyrese Maxey stands out with an average of 31.9 points per game. Joel Embiid, who is questionable due to knee soreness, adds 19.7 points and 5.5 rebounds per game. Quentin Grimes contributes 17.1 points per game, adding depth to the roster.

The team is ranked 15th in points per game with an average of 118.1. They are strong from beyond the arc, ranking 6th in three-point percentage. However, they face challenges in rebounding and blocked shots, sitting at 16th and 30th respectively in these categories.

Milwaukee Bucks Team Preview

The Milwaukee Bucks have had mixed results in their recent games. They won against the Charlotte Hornets with a score of 147-134. However, they faced losses against the Los Angeles Lakers and Cleveland Cavaliers. In those games, they scored 95 and 106 points, respectively.

Giannis Antetokounmpo has been a key player for the Bucks. He averages 31.2 points, 10.8 rebounds, and 6.8 assists per game. Unfortunately, he is currently out with a groin strain and will miss 1-2 weeks. His absence will be felt as the team looks to improve its performance.

The Bucks rank high in several offensive categories. They are first in effective field goal percentage at 58.3% and second in three-point percentage at 41.5%. However, they struggle with free throws, ranking 30th in free throw percentage. Defensively, they allow 118.7 points per game, which ranks 19th in the league.

BTB Betting Pick

The 76ers are favored by 2.0 points against the Bucks. Philadelphia’s strong defense, allowing 116.3 points per game, gives them an edge over Milwaukee’s defense, which allows 118.7 points per game. The projected score is 76ers 119, Bucks 117, making the 76ers a good pick against the spread.

The total for the game is set at 226. Both teams have offenses capable of scoring, with the 76ers averaging 118.1 points per game and the Bucks at 117.6 points per game. The projected total score is 236, suggesting the over is a favorable choice.