Pelicans vs Bucks Picks and Prediction – 4/11/2025

Beautiful Fiserv Forum will play host to a Thursday night NBA clash between the New Orleans Pelicans and the Milwaukee Bucks. For other NBA action see our NBA Predictions. The Pelicans (21-58) are looking to snap a four-game losing streak and own the second worst record in the Western Conference. On Tuesday, New Orleans was outscored by 17 points during the third quarter of a 119-114 road loss against Brooklyn. 

Antonio Reeves and Karlo Matkovic led five New Orleans players in double figures with 17 points each. Jose Alvarado scored 16 points and dished out four assists in 23 minutes of action. Keion Brooks Jr. added 14 points and five rebounds for the Pelicans, who fell to a dismal 7-33 on the road. 

The Milwaukee Bucks are riding a five-game winning streak and hold a two-game lead over Detroit for fifth place in the Eastern Conference standings. The Bucks (45-34) rank 12th in the league in offensive efficiency and are averaging a shade below 115 points per contest. On Tuesday, Milwaukee outscored Minnesota by 27 points during the fourth quarter to rally for a 110-103 home victory. 

Two-time MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo tallied a team-high 23 points, 13 rebounds, and ten assists. Kevin Porter Jr. scored 21 points on 6-for-9 shooting in 25 minutes off the Milwaukee bench. Bobby Portis added 18 points and ten rebounds for the Bucks, who improved to 26-14 at home. 

Milwaukee G Damian Lillard remains sidelined with a calf injury and hopes to return for the postseason. The Pelicans rank 27th in the league in defensive efficiency and will be more than happy to run with the Bucks. Look for Milwaukee to win at home in a game that goes over the total. Final Score Prediction, Milwaukee Bucks win 122-107.