Milwaukee Bucks vs Philadelphia 76ers Prediction, Preview and Odds - 10/24/2026

by Rod Pearson

Friday, Oct 23, 2026
Game Time: 7:30 pm ET, Saturday, October 24, 2026
Venue:  Xfinity Mobile Arena, Philadelphia, PA
Where to Watch:  NBA TV


Opening Odds at USA Sportsbooks

DraftKings:  Point Spread:  Bucks +12.5, 76ers -12.5; Over/Under:  230.5 points
Bet365:  Point Spread:  Bucks +12.5, 76ers -12.5; Over/Under:  230.5 points
BetMGM:  Point Spread:  Bucks +12.5, 76ers -12.5; Over/Under:  230.5 points

Season Record

Milwaukee Bucks:  0-1 (4th place, Central Division)
Philadelphia 76ers:  2-0 (1st place, Atlantic Division)

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Recent Form
Milwaukee Bucks:  0-1 last 1
Philadelphia 76ers:  2-0 last 2


Milwaukee Bucks vs Philadelphia 76ers Preview and Analysis


The Bucks are entering this game with a 0-1 record overall this season and they are 0-1 in their road games this season where they will be in this game. They are entering this game off a loss against the Washington Wizards, but this is also the 2nd game of a back-to-back for them with their game against the Chicago Bulls still to be played on Friday. In their game against the Wizards, Tyler Herro led the team in points in that game with 24 while Jaime Jaquez Jr. was next on the team with 22 points. Tyler Herro led the team in assists in that game with 9 while Jaime Jaquez Jr. led the team in rebounds with 7. They were 45.1% from the field, 36.6% from 3-point range, and 82.6% from the free throw line with their shots in that game. Their offense is averaging 116 PPG and their defense is allowing their opponents to average 128 PPG against them. The Bucks have an ATS record of 0-1 this season and their O/U record is 1-0.



The 76ers are entering this game with a 2-0 record overall this season and they are 1-0 in their home games this season where they will be in this game. They are entering this game on a 2 game winning streak with wins coming against the New York Knicks and the Cleveland Cavaliers. Tyrese Maxey led the team in points in that game with 32 while Joel Embiid was next on the team with 24 points. V. J. Edgecombe and Tyrese Maxey each led the team in assists in that game with 6 while LeBron James led the team in rebounds with 10. They were 45.7% from the field, 25% from 3-point range, and 76.7% from the free throw line with their shots in that game. Their offense is averaging 110 PPG and their defense is allowing their opponents to average 103 PPG against them. The 76ers have an ATS record of 2-0 this season and their O/U record is 0-2.


Bucks vs 76ers Prediction

The current betting odds have the 76ers listed as a 12.5 point favorite in this game according to Draftkings Sportsbook. The 76ers have looked great in their games this season with their 2-0 record overall which has them right at the top of the East. They have looked good on their home court too with their 1-0 home record this season. Meanwhile, the Bucks haven't looked great in their games this season with their 0-1 record overall which has them in the bottom half of the East. They haven't been a great road team either with their 0-1 road record this year. The Bucks lost their season opener to the Wizards and they are a very different looking team this year. They traded away Giannis to the Heat and now Herro is going to be one of the main pieces in this starting rotation. They had a bad opening night, losing by double digits, and they really don't have a ton of talent on the team. They are going to have a lot of trouble in the East all season and it doesn't help that they are in a terrible situation here, playing this game on a back-to-back, so they aren't going to be as rested as their opponent. The 76ers are going to have rest on their side here and they have been rolling in their 2 games so far. They spoiled opening night for the defending champions with a road win against the Knicks and now they are coming off a huge comeback win over the Cavaliers in their last one, erasing a 29 point deficit. All of the moves that the 76ers made in the off-season have been working out so far and they should have no issues continuing to roll at home against a lesser opponent. The best way to place a bet here is on the 76ers to cover the spread in this game. 

Bucks 76ers Prediction:  Our NBA Pick for Saturday, October 24, 2026 (7:30 pm ET start time) is 76ers 110 Bucks 92.
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NBA Betting Trends


Milwaukee Bucks: Will be posted by 12:00pm ET, 10/24/2026.

Philadelphia 76ers: Will be posted by 12:00pm ET, 10/24/2026.

Key Injuries


Milwaukee Bucks:  None.

Philadelphia 76ers:  D. Wade (PF) Day To Day - Ankle. T. Fall (C) Day To Day - Hip. D. Barlow (SF) Out - Back. A. Hukporti (C) Out For Season - Achilles.


Notable Quotes


"I thought we moved the ball well at times. It got a little sticky, I think, when they went on a run a little bit. I think when we were under control and getting the ball to where it needs to go, and then guys were just playing the right way and making the right decisions, we got the shots we wanted." - Tyler Herro after their loss against the Wizards in their game on Wednesday. 


“That’s kind of a wild way to win a game. Absolutely two halves that don't resemble each other at all." - Nick Nurse after his team’s win against the Cavaliers in their game on Thursday. 


Starting Lineups


Milwaukee Bucks
PG Ryan Rollins
SG Tyler Herro
SF Jaime Jaquez Jr.
PF Kyle Kuzma
C Myles Turner

Philadelphia 76ers
PG Tyrese Maxey
SG VJ Edgecombe
SF Jaylen Brown
PF LeBron James
C Joel Embiid

Statistical Leaders


Milwaukee Bucks
PPG: Tyler Herro (24)
APG: Tyler Herro (9)
Reb/G: Jaime Jaquez Jr. (7)

Philadelphia 76ers
PPG: Tyrese Maxey (30)
APG: LeBron James (6)
Reb/G: LeBron James (9.5)

Coaches:
Milwaukee Bucks: Taylor Jenkins (1st season)
Philadelphia 76ers: Nick Nurse (4th season)



Rod Pearson

About the Author:

Rod Pearson has been a rabid sports fan his entire life.  He grew up in Ontario, and was skilled in both hockey and baseball, and pitched in an elite baseball league for many years.  In 2022, Rod decided to hang up his glove, so that he could write about the sports he loves -- but from a gambling perspective.  Join Rod every day as he breaks down the games to find the best betting value.

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